Graduate
Teaching & Presentation Skills
Fall 2013
When the Status Quo Isn’t Enough: Fulfilling Your Duty to Accommodate
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Some educators cringe when they hear “student with a disability” or “duty to accommodate.” Questions arise about academic integrity and fairness. Presented by the Access Centre, this workshop will dispel myths and clarify facts about meeting your legal obligation to accommodate students with disabilities. Workshop attendees will learn about the various disabilities that challenge Ryerson’s Access Centre registrants; what to do when a student discloses they have a disability; and investigate some of the best practices for accessible delivery of your tutorials. Facilitated for LTO by The Access Centre, Ryerson University.
Date: September 26, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Academic Integrity: An Essential Guide for TAs and GAs
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
This workshop will provide attendees with an overview of academic integrity at Ryerson University. Information and examples will be provided on the types of misconduct that can occur and the University policies and procedures that must be implemented when academic misconduct is suspected. In addition, tips and tricks on how to spot academic misconduct when marking and grading will be discussed. This workshop will be particularly useful for any TAs and GAs who are and will be grading assignments and examinations. Facilitated for LTO by Donna Bell, Academic Integrity Officer, Ryerson University.
Date: September 30, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Effective Marking: Essays and Short Answer Questions
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Marking is one of the biggest challenges in TA/GA work. Not only is it difficult to learn the criteria for assessing student work, but it is also emotionally fraught. Participants in this workshop will reflect on some of the emotional aspects of marking while learning important criteria to be used in grading essay-style assignments. The workshop will include a hands-on experience in marking and giving feedback, as well as some discussion of general principles of the essay form. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University.
Date: October 3 & October 22, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Understanding Ryerson student writers—their challenges and why we need to help them
One of the most important tasks for a postsecondary student is to develop mastery of writing within their discipline. For some students, this learning process unfolds quite smoothly. For others, the task of writing at the university level can present an enormous stumbling block that puts the student at risk of failure and diminished self-confidence. In this workshop, we will explore some of the common challenges to student writers, aspects of the writing process, and the relationship of writing to disciplinary content learning and critical thinking skills. Facilitated by Christina Halliday and John Hannah, Student Learning Support, Ryerson University.
Date: October 7, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Effective Marking: Laboratory Reports
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Laboratory exercises represent a common component of many science and psychology undergraduate courses. These laboratories provide students with an opportunity to engage in concepts and experiments in a practical environment. Students are often required to summarize their methods, findings and what is already known in the literature in the form of a laboratory report. It can be the TA/GA's role to grade these laboratory reports, which they must do fairly and consistently, while providing useful feedback to the students. This workshop will focus on efficient grading of laboratory reports. Attendees will learn strategies for providing effective and useful feedback to students. Through the use of examples and group exercises, attendees will learn to efficiently grade laboratory reports, while providing effective feedback to their students. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University and Aslam Hanief, PhD candidate, Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University.
Date: October 10, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Principles of good writing support across the disciplines
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
In Part 1, we discussed a variety of typical undergraduate student writing challenges and the complexities involved in helping students to overcome these challenges. TA/GA’s are often in a very important position in relation to the development of student writers in their classrooms and, in this workshop, we will focus on some practical ways in which they can better integrate writing instruction and support into their teaching and thus better facilitate this development. Topics for discussion will include how to create opportunities for low-stake writing practice, the importance of linking critical reading to effective writing, ways to embed writing assignments into course design, the importance of scaffolding the writing process, and how to help students understand the rhetorical context of their writing. Facilitated by Christina Halliday and John Hannah, Student Learning Support, Ryerson University.
Date: October 21, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Styles for Resolving Conflict
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
At this workshop you will learn what your usual conflict resolution style is and the skills you need to develop to be able to resolve conflict more effectively in a wide variety of situations. You will also have the opportunity to try out different styles for handling conflict by participating in simulations developed from common work and study situations. This workshop will include the use of the Thomas-Kilman Conflict Mode questionnaire. This workshop will be led by Nora Farrell, the Ryerson University Ombudsperson. Nora Farrell has extensive background in the study and practice of conflict resolution. She has an LL.M. (Master of Laws) degree in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Osgoode Hall Law School and a Master of Education degree in Adult Education from the University of British Columbia. She is currently completing a Ph.D. at Osgoode Hall Law School. Prior to becoming the Ombudsperson for Ryerson University she worked for Ombudsman Ontario as well as in the private and not-for-profit sectors as an Ombudsman/person. Facilitated by Nora Farrell, the Ryerson University Ombudsperson.
Date: October 24, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Responding Effectively and Meaningfully to Student Writers
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Parts 1 and 2 of this series focus on the challenges of student writers (Part 1) and ways to integrate effective writing support into classrooms (Part 2). Building on what was explored in Parts 1 and 2, this workshop will focus on ways to effectively respond to student written work. Emphasizing that the purpose of teacher-response is to improve student writing development, workshop facilitators will lead a discussion about the ways in which various kinds of response differ in terms of their effect on students. Participants will learn ways to provide effective and meaningful response while balancing issues of timeliness and workload. Facilitated by Christina Halliday and John Hannah, Student Learning Support.
Date: October 28, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
At this workshop you will learn how to resolve conflicts and negotiate more effectively by learning about the skills that are most commonly used by individuals who are widely recognized as excellent negotiators. You will also have the opportunity to learn new skills or improve on your existing negotiating skills by participating in simulations developed from common TA/GA situations. Prior to attending this workshop, participants are encouraged to submit potential scenarios involving conflict for discussion. This can be done when registering for this workshop. This workshop will be led by Nora Farrell, the Ryerson University Ombudsperson. Nora Farrell has extensive background in the study and practice of conflict resolution. She has an LL.M. (Master of Laws) degree in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Osgoode Hall Law School and a Master of Education degree in Adult Education from the University of British Columbia. She is currently completing a Ph.D. at Osgoode Hall Law School. Prior to becoming the Ombudsperson for Ryerson University she worked for Ombudsman Ontario as well as in the private and not-for-profit sectors as an Ombudsman/person. Facilitated by Nora Farrell, the Ryerson University Ombudsperson.
Date: October 31, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Supporting the writing development of non-native English speakers in your classes
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
In this workshop, members of the Student Learning Support team will introduce approaches to teaching and evaluating writing that encourage the writing development of students for whom English is an additional language. Through discussion and group activities, participants will get a chance to apply what they learn about "L2 writers" to their own program and disciplinary contexts. Facilitated by Chris Brierley and John Hannah, Student Learning Support.
Date: November 4, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Using Project Management Concepts in the Facilitation of Group Work
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Group work can be used as an effective tool to help students learn from each other, build community and engage in the course content. The key to the success of a group is in the planning and understanding of the purpose of the work needed.
In this session you will learn about project management concepts and how they can be applied to facilitating your students’ group work. We will explore project management processes through the use of examples and exercises. Attendees will learn useful strategies that will help students to understand and define their roles in a group. We will explore ways of planning, collaborating and communicating that you can use to help your students work effectively within a group. Facilitated by Dalia Hanna, Project Management Professional (PMP®), Program Coordinator, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University.
Date: November 25, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
TA/GAing in the Multicultural Classroom
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Toronto is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world and this diversity is reflected in Ryerson's community. International TA/GAs and students face a number of challenges, many of which do not affect domestic TA/GAs or domestic students. English may be an alternate language for some and this in itself can cause a number of issues for both the TA/GA and his or her students. In addition, many internationals come from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, which can be substantially different from those found at Ryerson. In this workshop we will explore some of the opportunities and challenges facing international TA/GAs and students. Facilitated by the Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University.
Date: November 18, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Winter 2013
Planning Effective Tutorials
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Planning your tutorials can be a time consuming and needlessly stressful process. In this workshop we will discuss strategies for efficiently preparing effective tutorials. You will be presented with a framework for tutorial preparation, which you can use to structure effective tutorials. Attendees are asked to bring your course outline or your plans for your next tutorial. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Date: January 21, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
When the Status Quo Isn’t Enough: Fulfilling Your Duty to Accommodate
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Some educators cringe when they hear “student with a disability” or “duty to accommodate.” Questions arise about academic integrity and fairness. Presented by the Access Centre, this workshop will dispel myths and clarify facts about meeting your legal obligation to accommodate students with disabilities. Workshop attendees will learn about the various disabilities that challenge Ryerson’s Access Centre registrants; what to do when a student discloses they have a disability; and investigate some of the best practices for accessible delivery of your tutorials. Facilitated for LTO by The Access Centre, Ryerson University.
Date: January 28, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Academic Integrity: An Essential Guide for TAs and GAs
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
This workshop will provide attendees with an overview of academic integrity at Ryerson University. Information and examples will be provided on the types of misconduct that can occur and the University policies and procedures that must be implemented when academic misconduct is suspected. In addition, tips and tricks on how to spot academic misconduct when marking and grading will be discussed. This workshop will be particularly useful for any TAs and GAs who are and will be grading assignments and examinations. Facilitated for LTO by Donna Bell, Academic Integrity Officer, Ryerson University.
Date: January 30, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Effective Marking: Essays and Short Answer Questions
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Marking is one of the biggest challenges in TA/GA work. Not only is it difficult to learn the criteria for assessing student work, but it is also emotionally fraught. Participants in this workshop will reflect on some of the emotional aspects of marking while learning important criteria to be used in grading essay-style assignments. The workshop will include a hands-on experience in marking and giving feedback, as well as some discussion of general principles of the essay form. Facilitated by the Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University.
Date: February 12, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
Marking and Grading: Laboratory Reports
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Laboratory exercises represent a common component of many science and psychology undergraduate courses. These laboratories provide students with an opportunity to engage in concepts and experiments in a practical environment. Students are often required to summarize their methods, findings and what is already known in the literature in the form of a laboratory report. It can be the TA/GA's role to grade these laboratory reports, which they must do fairly and consistently, while providing useful feedback to the students. This workshop will focus on efficient grading of laboratory reports. Attendees will learn strategies for providing effective and useful feedback to students. Through the use of examples and group exercises, attendees will learn to efficiently grade laboratory reports, while providing effective feedback to their students. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University and Aslam Hanief, PhD candidate, Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University.
Date: February 25, 2013 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm REGISTER HERE
FALL 2012
Planning Effective Tutorials
Program Partner: LTO
Planning your tutorials can be a time consuming and needlessly stressful process. In this workshop we will discuss strategies for efficiently preparing effective tutorials. You will be presented with a framework for tutorial preparation, which you can use to structure effective tutorials. Attendees are asked to bring your course outline or your plans for your next tutorial. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Date: Thursday, September 20, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
When the Status Quo Isn’t Enough: Fulfilling Your Duty to Accommodate
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Some educators cringe when they hear “student with a disability” or “duty to accommodate.” Questions arise about academic integrity and fairness. Presented by the Access Centre, this workshop will dispel myths and clarify facts about meeting your legal obligation to accommodate students with disabilities. Workshop attendees will learn about the various disabilities that challenge Ryerson’s Access Centre registrants; what to do when a student discloses they have a disability; and investigate some of the best practices for accessible delivery of your tutorials. Facilitated for LTO by The Access Centre, Ryerson University.
Date: Thursday, September 27, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Date: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Academic Integrity: An Essential Guide for TAs and GAs
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
This workshop will provide attendees with an overview of academic integrity at Ryerson University. Information and examples will be provided on the types of misconduct that can occur and the University policies and procedures that must be implemented when academic misconduct is suspected. In addition, tips and tricks on how to spot academic misconduct when marking and grading will be discussed. This workshop will be particularly useful for any TAs and GAs who are and will be grading assignments and examinations. Facilitated for LTO by Donna Bell, Academic Integrity Officer, Ryerson University.
Date: Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Effective Marking: Essays and Short Answer Questions
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Marking is one of the biggest challenges in TA/GA work. Not only is it difficult to learn the criteria for assessing student work, but it is also emotionally fraught. Participants in this workshop will reflect on some of the emotional aspects of marking while learning important criteria to be used in grading essay-style assignments. The workshop will include a hands-on experience in marking and giving feedback, as well as some discussion of general principles of the essay form. Facilitated by the Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University.
Date: Thursday, October 4, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Date: Monday, October 15, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: POD 372 REGISTER HERE
Marking and Grading: Laboratory Reports
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Laboratory exercises represent a common component of many science and psychology undergraduate courses. These laboratories provide students with an opportunity to engage in concepts and experiments in a practical environment. Students are often required to summarize their methods, findings and what is already known in the literature in the form of a laboratory report. It can be the TA/GA's role to grade these laboratory reports, which they must do fairly and consistently, while providing useful feedback to the students. This workshop will focus on efficient grading of laboratory reports. Attendees will learn strategies for providing effective and useful feedback to students. Through the use of examples and group exercises, attendees will learn to efficiently grade laboratory reports, while providing effective feedback to their students. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University and Aslam Hanief, PhD candidate, Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University.
Date: Thursday, October 18, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Creating an Inclusive Classroom for Learning
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Learning inclusive practices can be a powerful form of professional development for teaching assistants and graduate assistants. An inclusive learning environment is defined as one that fosters the full personal, academic and professional development of all students. An inclusive classroom is one that is free of harassment and discrimination and can be created in any course regardless of discipline because it is about respecting students and valuing them as partners in teaching and learning.
In this interactive workshop we will discuss some of the Foundations of the Inclusive Classroom include using bias free language; dealing with slurs, jokes and remarks related to “isms”; challenging stereotypes and assumptions; and accommodating differences. Facilitated for LTO by Ann Whiteside, Discrimination & Harassment Prevention Officer, Ryerson University.
Date: Monday, October 29, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: POD 372 REGISTER HERE
TA/GAing in the Multicultural Classroom
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
Toronto is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world and this diversity is reflected in Ryerson's community. International TA/GAs and students face a number of challenges, many of which do not affect domestic TA/GAs or domestic students. English may be an alternate language for some and this in itself can cause a number of issues for both the TA/GA and his or her students. In addition, many internationals come from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, which can be substantially different from those found at Ryerson. In this workshop we will explore some of the opportunities and challenges facing international TA/GAs and students. Facilitated by the Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Date: Tuesday, November 6, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
Supporting the Writing Development of Non-native English Speakers in Your Classes
Program Partner: Learning and Teaching Office (LTO)
In this workshop, members of the Student Learning Support team will introduce approaches to teaching and evaluating writing that encourage the writing development of students for whom English is an additional language. Through discussion and group activities, participants will get a chance to apply what they learn about "L2 writers" to their own program and disciplinary contexts. Facilitated for LTO by Chris Brierley and John Hannah, Student Learning Support, Ryerson University.
Date: Thursday, November 29, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm - Location: VIC 504 REGISTER HERE
WINTER 2012
Planning Effective Tutorials
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University)
Planning your tutorials can be a time consuming and needlessly stressful process. In this workshop we will discuss strategies for efficiently preparing effective tutorials. You will be presented with a framework for tutorial preparation, which you can use to structure effective tutorials. Attendees are asked to bring your course outline or your plans for your next tutorial.
Monday, January 16, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Facilitating Discussion: Strategies for Leading Effective Discussions
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University)
Discussion groups provide participants an opportunity to engage in a focused conversation about an important topic. Classroom discussions are often unpredictable and as a facilitator, it can be difficult to keep the discussion on point while ensuring all participants have an opportunity to express their opinion. This workshop will focus on strategies for leading effective discussions. Participants will be provided with a model for planning classroom discussions. By examining a case study, we will discover both effective and ineffective strategies for leading discussions. In addition, participants will be given the opportunity to apply some of these strategies in this workshop.
Monday, January 23, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Effective Marking: Essays and Short Answer Questions
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University)
Marking is one of the biggest challenges in TA/GA work. Not only is it difficult to learn the criteria for assessing student work, but it is also emotionally fraught. Participants in this workshop will reflect on some of the emotional aspects of marking while learning important criteria to be used in grading essay-style assignments. The workshop will include a hands-on experience in marking and giving feedback, as well as some discussion of general principles of the essay form.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Effective Marking: Laboratory Reports
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University and Aslam Hanief, PhD candidate, Department of Chemistry and Biology, Ryerson University)
Laboratory exercises represent a common component of many science and psychology undergraduate courses. These laboratories provide students with an opportunity to engage in concepts and experiments in a practical environment. Students are often required to summarize their methods, findings and what is already known in the literature in the form of a laboratory report. It can be the TA/GA’s role to grade these laboratory reports, which they must do fairly and consistently, while providing useful feedback to the students. This workshop will focus on efficient grading of laboratory reports. Attendees will learn strategies for providing effective and useful feedback to students. Through the use of examples and group exercises, attendees will learn to efficiently grade laboratory reports, while providing effective feedback to their students.
Friday, February 10, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
TA/GAing in the Multicultural Classroom
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University)
Toronto is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world and this diversity is reflected in Ryerson's community. International TA/GAs and students face a number of challenges, many of which do not affect domestic TA/GAs or domestic students. English may be an alternate language for some and this in itself can cause a number of issues for both the TA/GA and his or her students. In addition, many internationals come from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, which can be substantially different from those found at Ryerson. In this workshop we will explore some of the opportunities and challenges facing international TA/GAs and students.
Date Changed to: Friday February 24, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Creating an Inclusive Classroom for Learning
Program Partner: The Learning and Teaching Office. (Facilitated by Ann Whiteside, Discrimination & Harassment Prevention Officer, Ryerson University)
Learning inclusive practices can be a powerful form of professional development for teaching assistants and graduate assistants. An inclusive learning environment is defined as one that fosters the full personal, academic and professional development of all students. An inclusive classroom is one that is free of harassment and discrimination and can be created in any course regardless of discipline because it is about respecting students and valuing them as partners in teaching and learning.
In this interactive workshop we will discuss some of the Foundations of the Inclusive Classroom include using bias free language; dealing with slurs, jokes and remarks related to "isms"; challenging stereotypes and assumptions; and accommodating differences.
Thursday, March 8, 2012 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
FALL 2011 SESSIONS
Planning Effective Tutorials
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Planning your tutorials can be a time consuming and needlessly stressful process. In this workshop we will discuss strategies for efficiently preparing effective tutorials. You will be presented with a framework for tutorial preparation, which you can use to structure effective tutorials. Attendees are asked to bring your course outline or your plans for your next tutorial.
Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Facilitating Discussion
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Discussion groups provide participants an opportunity to engage in a focused conversation about an important topic. Classroom discussions are often unpredictable and as a facilitator, it can be difficult to keep the discussion on point while ensuring all participants have an opportunity to express their opinion. This workshop will focus on strategies for leading effective discussions. By examining a number of case studies, we will discover both effective and ineffective strategies for leading discussions. In addition, participants will be given the opportunity to apply some of these strategies in this workshop.
Date: Friday, September 30, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Effective Marking: Essays and Short Answer Questions
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Marking is one of the biggest challenges in TA/GA work. Not only is it difficult to learn the criteria for assessing student work, but it is also emotionally fraught. Participants in this workshop will reflect on some of the emotional aspects of marking while learning important criteria to be used in grading essay-style assignments. The workshop will include a hands-on experience in marking and giving feedback, as well as some discussion of general principles of the essay form.
Date: Friday, October 7, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Date: Friday, October 21, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Marking and Grading: Laboratory Reports
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. Emily Agard, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry & Biology, Ryerson University and John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Laboratory exercises represent a common component of many science and psychology undergraduate courses. These laboratories provide students with an opportunity to engage in concepts and experiments in a practical environment. Students are often required to summarize their methods, findings and what is already known in the literature in the form of a laboratory report. It can be the TA/GA's role to grade these laboratory reports, which they must do fairly and consistently, while providing useful feedback to the students. This workshop will focus on efficient grading of laboratory reports. Attendees will learn strategies for providing effective and useful feedback to students. Through the use of examples and group exercises, attendees will learn to efficiently grade laboratory reports, while providing effective feedback to their students.
Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
TA/GAing in the Multicultural Classroom
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
Toronto is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world and this diversity is reflected in Ryerson's community. International TA/GAs and students face a number of challenges, many of which do not affect domestic TA/GAs or domestic students. English may be an alternate language for some and this in itself can cause a number of issues for both the TA/GA and his or her students. In addition, many internationals come from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, which can be substantially different from those found at Ryerson. In this workshop we will explore some of the opportunities and challenges facing international TA/GAs and students.
Date: Friday, October 28, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
Power Relations and the Inclusive Classroom
The Learning and Teaching Office. Facilitated by Dr. John Paul Foxe, Educational Developer, Learning and Teaching Office, Ryerson University
The issue of power dynamics in the University classroom is a perennial one. TA/GAs are faced with this issue both in terms of their relationship with the Course Instructor and their relationships with students. In this workshop, we address this issue through the use of case studies. Specifically we address the issue of power dynamics as it relates to inclusivity and universal instructional design.
Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2011 - Time: 12:00-2:00 pm
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