In small groups facilitated by faculty from across the ACS, participants receive feedback on their classroom instructional strategies through a process called microteaching. Microteaching provides detailed and actionable feedback about learner experiences. In addition, plenary sessions cover a variety of current teaching and learning topics and provide opportunities to problem solve in collaboration with others. The Workshop typically takes place the first week in June, and participants are expected to attend all sessions. The Dean or other representative from each ACS institution may nominate up to two faculty to attend per year.
During the Workshop, participants will:
- Build on existing teaching strengths and identify areas for growth
- Increase awareness of learners’ experiences in the classroom
- Reflect on classroom choices and how those choices affect learners and learning
- Explore new teaching and learning strategies
- Contribute to a collaborative community
Comments from recent attendees:
“My most valuable experience as a faculty member thus far.”
“Would do it again, over and over, and will recommend to my colleagues.”
“If you want to gain insight on your teaching approach to improve your teaching this workshop is a must!”
“This is a rare opportunity to see your courses through the eyes of a student and get access to tons of resources.”
For more information, contact the co-directors:
Kent Andersen, Birmingham-Southern College
Betsy A Sandlin, University of the South