Cynthia Golden Receives 2023 EDUCAUSE Leadership Award
The former associate provost and executive director of the Teaching Center will be recognized for her extraordinary stewardship in the face of unprecedented challenges, her exemplary leadership in the use of educational technology, her deep understanding of the full range of issues in higher education IT management, and her extensive record of service to the higher education technology community.
Happy U - A Guide to Student Flourishing: Panel Discussion
Offered through the University Counseling Center, Happy U is a series of guided modules that support human flourishing and can help you guide students during stressful times. Register for the kick-off event on Sept. 19 to learn more about the Happy U series and how it can support your students’ well-being.
As fall term and a new academic year approaches, we've gathered together information on new Teaching Center services, resources, spaces, workshops, and more below! Click on the links to learn…
Aug. 24: New Faculty Resource Fair
As part of the New Faculty Orientation, representatives from various departments across the University will be available to provide new faculty with helpful information about the broad range of resources and services available to them.
NEW: Optional Syllabus Statement for University Closures
An optional syllabus statement is now available for instructors who might wish to hold class remotely during University-wide closures.
Podcast: EDUCAUSE & The Integrative CIO
Higher ed IT leaders from a variety of institutions discuss professional and organizational development, best practices, careers, challenges and opportunities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Hosted by EDUCAUSE community leaders Cynthia Golden and Jack Suess.
Trauma-Aware Teaching Resources
As Pitt’s academic community considers how recent disruptive incidents affect our and our students’ daily lives, we invite instructors to familiarize themselves with trauma-aware teaching strategies. A trauma-aware teaching practice can help instructors show students that they are invested in the well-being of all members of their learning environments while intentionally infusing coursework with flexibility and resources for teachers and students to care for themselves and each other.
Teaching Surveys Begin April 3
With the spring term teaching survey period fast approaching, there are several steps faculty can take right now to increase student participation. Visit OMET for resources and support.
What's New in Instructional AI?
As artificial intelligence evolves at a rapid rate, the Teaching Center is committed to sharing the latest news with instructors at Pitt.