CITIBeat is a monthly publication designed by the Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction (CITI) to share teaching and learning best practices. The information shared in this newsletter aims to inform faculty of upcoming events, scholarly resources, and innovative solutions to enhance teaching efficacy and student engagement in every course at WSSU.
CITI is pleased to share a new video project called, The 2 Minute Mentor about innovative teaching practices. Listen as WSSU faculty share how to overcome teaching challenges to positively impact student success.
Dr. Philip Slater, Assistant Professor, Accounting
Dr. Rafael Loureiro, Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences
It's that time again, Colleagues! CITI is excited to announce and invite you to the 5th Annual WSSU Faculty Festival and 1st Adobe Bash events on Monday, May 15, 2023, and May 16, 2023. We will have two days full of innovation and creative approaches to teaching and learning. The Adobe Bash will be a day dedicated to all things digital teaching, digital literacy, and using Adobe tools to engage students.
For additional information about the events, how to register, an agenda, and how to submit a proposal to present at Faculty Festival 2023, please review the Event Guide and REGISTER for one or both events.
We hope to see you there!
📚 Book of the Month
Teaching busy adults can be a daunting task. How do you grab their attention and make material memorable? Expert Marcia Tate knows how adults learn best and shares 20 learning strategies proven to engage adults and boost long-term retention. Tate also includes new findings on learning styles, brain research, and adult learning theory.
Do you have a question about teaching best practices or student learning? Are you interested in designing or re-designing a course? Aligning assessments with course outcomes? Developing measurable learning outcomes? Or strategies to actively engage students? If so, you can request a consultation with a member of the Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction (CITI).
During the consultation, we will discuss in greater detail what you want to achieve and help you identify the right resources to foster transformative learning experiences in your course.
CITI is here to help You!
If you have questions, please contact any member of our team.
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