News and Features
Call for Applications: Active Learning Institute for Faculty
Are you a faculty member looking to increase student engagement in your course? The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) is currently accepting applications from faculty for the 2018 Active Learning Institute (ALI). The hands-on, three-day institute helps faculty transform their undergraduate and graduate-level courses into environments for participatory learning.
Call for Applications: 2018-2019 Lead Teaching Fellows
Applications for the 2018-19 cohort of Lead Teaching Fellows are being accepted through Monday, March 19. The LTF program is a professional development opportunity for doctoral students who are committed to promoting pedagogical practices and conversations among their peers.
This Month at the CTL: March 2018
This month’s newsletter features innovative faculty and instructors at Columbia, teaching tips and strategies, and other programs, resources and support for the University’s teaching community.
Student Spotlight: Braden Czapla, Ph.D. Candidate in Mechanical Engineering
In this Spotlight story, Braden Czapla shares how facilitating learning communities and other professional development opportunities for his peers has strengthened his own teaching practice, and offers tips for being a good mentor to undergraduate students.
Modified CTL Office Hours in Butler 212
To address the increased demand from the Columbia teaching community for support, specifically due to the CourseWorks (Canvas) migration, the Center for Teaching and Learning is holding expanded office hours effective immediately.
Calling All Learners: Share How You Learn Best!
At the CTL, we care about students’ learning experiences at Columbia. Ahead of the 2018 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium on February 22, we are reaching out to undergraduate and graduate students for their insights on how they learn best.
Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Professional Certificate Program Corporate Finance to Relaunch February 14
On February 14, 2018, the Columbia Business School and the Columbia University Center for Teaching and Learning will relaunch the MOOC professional certificate program Corporate Finance on the edX platform. The courses are free and open to all with an optional paid verified certificate.
CTL for Grad Students: Teaching Observations and Microteaching Sessions
The CTL offers a number of free services to help graduate students at Columbia become reflective and effective instructors. Services range from consultations and teaching observations to providing mid-course reviews and feedback.
CTL for Faculty: Spring 2018 Workshops, Teaching Observations, and Consultations
This semester the CTL is offering programs and services for Columbia faculty that include 1-2 hour workshops, “Workshops To Go” customized for departmental teaching needs and interests, and confidential, individualized teaching observations.