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Our strategic priorities

Learn more about the Taylor Institute Unit Plan 2020-25 as we work to support our campus community.

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We offer comprehensive teaching development courses and workshops on a range of topics and issues.

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Need help with learning tech, media, course design, teaching dossiers or other topics? We're available for one-on-one consultations and drop-in sessions.

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Learn more about our spaces and how to access them for teaching courses or booking events.

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Explore our resource library

A collection of Taylor Institute resources that can be browsed by topic or through the catalogue. Looking for self-directed learning opportunities? Check out our open-access online learning modules.

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Blended and Online Workshop Series

These interactive workshops focus on pedagogy and the practice of blended and online learning. Topics include foundations, assessments, course design, experiential learning, learning technologies, and EDI. Sessions run Jan. – March

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Teaching Assistant Workshop Series

In this series of workshops, graduate students working as teaching assistants (TAs) or those interested in working as TAs will be introduced to pedagogical topics relevant to TA roles. Sessions run Jan. - March.

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Course Design Conversations

Each session in this series will have a guest presenter to share their experiences, engage in discussions and explore strategies for effective classroom teaching and learning. Join us monthly from Jan. - March.

Newly installed artwork in the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning sparks reflections on lifelong learning

‘Throughout our journeys, we’re picking blueberries that are like little lessons and teachings that we’re collecting in our baskets of knowledge’...

Equity and care in education: A Q-and-A with Maha Bali

The key to innovation in the workplace? Embracing neurodiversity

SAPL exhibition weaves Indigenous knowledge into design, planning education

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Creating a Flipped Lesson

Feb. 7

How to Engage Students Using Top Hat

Feb. 7

Intentional D2L Course Design

Feb. 14

Understanding Microaggressions: Strategies for the Classroom

Feb. 24

Diversifying Course Content Through an EDI Perspective

Feb. 28

Fostering a Positive Learning Environment in Your Class

Feb. 28

Feedback and Grading

Mar. 16

Supporting Executive Function to Create a More Equitable Learning Experience

Mar. 21

D2L Essentials

Apr. 24

Using YuJa in Teaching and Learning

Apr. 25

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