Past Events

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Teaching Essential Skills: Communicating Effectively

Oct 20, 2025, 10:00 – 10:30 AM

Foundational Skills

This workshop will focus on resources and strategies for teaching students to communicate effectively in alignment with the Kentucky Graduate Profile essential skill. We will focus on ways to create opportunities for students to practice the skill in specific disciplinary contexts.

When the Unexpected Occurs: Strategies for Navigating Classroom Challenges (ETL Badge Eligible)

Oct 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Graduate TA

Sometimes unforeseen challenges occur in the classroom. In this workshop, participants will explore and create strategies to address challenges that can occur and catch us off guard. NB: This workshop counts towards CELT's Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.

Approaches to GAI in the Teaching of Research Skills

Oct 14, 2025, 1:00 – 1:30 PM

Artificial Intelligence

This quick 30-minute session will explore some of the latest developments in generative AI related to research as well as how instructors can help teach effective research practices in a GAI world.

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Digital Accessibility Open Lab (Online)

Oct 13, 2025, 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Accessibility

Do you need some help making your course documents and Canvas course accessible? This 2-hour open lab provides one-on-one support for instructors who are in the process of making their course materials accessible. Bring your laptops and questions!

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UK Teaching Excellence Symposium

Oct 10, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Hosted by CELT, the second UK Teaching Excellence Symposium is a space for sharing examples of exceptional teaching, exploring pedagogical approaches, and fostering community among UK educators. All instructors—faculty of any title and rank, graduate TAs, and part-time instructors—are invited to submit a proposal, and all in the UK community are welcome to attend.

Strategies for Student Collaboration and Group-Based Learning

Oct 7, 2025, 9:00 – 9:30 AM

Student Engagement

This workshop will focus on resources and strategies for teaching students to collaborate effectively in alignment with the Kentucky Graduate Profile essential skill. We will focus on ways to create opportunities for students to practice the skill in specific disciplinary contexts.

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NSF ACCESS Regional AI Workshop: Using Generative AI Effectively in Teaching and Learning

Oct 7, 2025, 8:30 AM – Oct 8, 2025, 5:00 PM

Artificial Intelligence

CELT is proud to partner with the UK Center for Computational Sciences to facilitate the education track for this NSF ACCESS sponsored introductory workshop. Across two half-day sessions we'll develop (1) GAI literacy with nuance and critical reflection, (2) practical skills attuned to educational use cases, (3) ethical inquiries for responsible implementation, and (4) plans for engagement with GAI across a variety of curricular and disciplinary settings.

Ignite Learning: Coaching Students to Build Durable Knowledge

Oct 1, 2025, 12:00 – 12:30 PM

Active Learning

The Ignite Learning Series dives into the science of learning to provide instructors with evidence-driven ideas for enhancing learning within their courses. In this session, we explore practical ways to coach students on how to study more effectively and efficiently while building more durable knowledge. Please note that this 30-minute info session is followed by an optional Q&A.

Creating Engaging Lessons (ETL Badge Eligible)

Sep 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Graduate TA

Planning lessons that support our learning goals is a central component of teaching. But how do we create lessons that foster student learning, engagement, and deep learning? In this workshop, we will discuss what makes a lesson engaging and provide strategies for designing dynamic learning experiences. NB: This workshop counts towards CELT's Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.

Cultivating Positive Rapport in the Classroom (ETL Badge Eligible)

Sep 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Graduate TA

Supportive learning environments center on positive rapport with students. This workshop explores strategies for cultivating positive rapport and encouraging peer-to-peer connections. Participants will come away with practical strategies and approaches to build meaningful connections that enhance student learning. NB: This workshop counts towards CELT's Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.