Teaching with Technology and in an Online Environment - Oct 3

When teaching in an on-line environment, TAs may face a number of challenges including the development of a student learning community and providing sufficient instructions online. This workshop will highlight and provide practical strategies for teaching online. We will further engage in discussions and activities about online learning environments, including social media and other technology […]

Making Meaningful Connections with your Students - Sept. 29

Establishing a meaningful relationship with our students early in studios, tutorials, or lab sessions is crucial for us as teaching assistants since we are often the first point of contact in courses and we can share our passion for course material in ways lecturers can’t. In this workshop, we will first explore basic but essential […]

Marking and Grading Practices - (IN-PERSON) Sept. 20

Research suggests that feedback on learning progress is key to student success. However, assessing student learning can also be challenging. Together we will explore strategies for maximizing feedback to students while keeping the workload manageable, explore principles and tools to streamline grading, and troubleshoot common challenges. This workshop is designed for those who have received […]

Designing your Tutorial - (HYFLEX In-Person and Virtual) Sept. 13

While seemingly overwhelming, the work of planning and mapping out what you will do with your students over the term is achievable, although you will find yourself negotiating many roles – often simultaneously. This session will provide you with a general sense of what you can be doing as you get ready for your first […]

Marking and Grading Practices - Virtual via Zoom Sept. 1

Research suggests that feedback on learning progress is key to student success. However, assessing student learning can also be challenging. Together we will explore strategies for maximizing feedback to students while keeping the workload manageable, explore principles and tools to streamline grading, and troubleshoot common challenges. This workshop is designed for those who have received […]

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation - Sept. 11

Welcome to York as a graduate student and teaching assistant. In preparation for your role as a teaching assistant, we are offering REPEAT orientation sessions to meet as many different schedules as possible. This is one of six repeat sessions.  Please choose the ONE session that best meets your own schedule. Each session will be […]

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation - Sept. 6

Welcome to York as a graduate student and teaching assistant. In preparation for your role as a teaching assistant, we are offering REPEAT orientation sessions to meet as many different schedules as possible. This is one of six repeat sessions.  Please choose the ONE session that best meets your own schedule. Each session will be […]

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation - Sept. 5, 2-4:30pm

Welcome to York as a graduate student and teaching assistant. In preparation for your role as a teaching assistant, we are offering REPEAT orientation sessions to meet as many different schedules as possible. This is one of six repeat sessions.  Please choose the ONE session that best meets your own schedule. Each session will be […]

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation - Sept. 5, 9-11:30am

Welcome to York as a graduate student and teaching assistant. In preparation for your role as a teaching assistant, we are offering REPEAT orientation sessions to meet as many different schedules as possible. This is one of six repeat sessions.  Please choose the ONE session that best meets your own schedule. Each session will be […]

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation - Aug. 31

Welcome to York as a graduate student and teaching assistant. In preparation for your role as a teaching assistant, we are offering REPEAT orientation sessions to meet as many different schedules as possible. This is one of six repeat sessions.  Please choose the ONE session that best meets your own schedule. Each session will be […]