Teaching at UW – Spring 2025
Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to noon
Engage Students in Large Enrollment Courses Feb. 14 | Zoom
Large enrollment courses can feel intimidating for both instructors and students. In this session, we will explore the complex concept of student engagement with a few helpful frameworks. We will then discuss strategies for scaling student engagement (including through instructional technology).
Wellbeing with Writing Feb. 28 | Union South
Join Abby Letak, Ph.D., from Writing Across the Curriculum to discuss how writing can help foster student wellbeing within the classroom. We will explore sustainable ways to use low-stakes writing activities, growth-oriented feedback, and scaffolded writing assignments to help students thrive not only as students but as human beings.
Avoiding Pitfalls in Group Work March 14 | Zoom
Join Julie Hunt Johnson, Ph.D., for an in-depth discussion about group work. In this session, you will learn strategies to avoid common group work pitfalls and set students up for success. We will also consider practical logistics for managing group work in lecture halls with stationary seats and other challenges.
Managing Flexibility Expectations April 11 | Zoom
Student expectations for assignment and assessment flexibility – assignment extensions and rewrites, rescheduling exams, and more – are changing. Fielding these requests (which are different from the disability flexibility accommodation) can take lots of time and energy. Join this session to discuss ways to proactively build sustainable flexibility into your course and say “no” when appropriate with compassion and confidence.
Teaching with the Chazen April 25 | Chazen Museum of Art
Join Berit Ness, M.A., Chief Engagement Officer at the Chazen Museum of Art, in a discussion about interdisciplinary partnership opportunities for UW–Madison instructors at the Chazen Museum of Art. This session will include a museum tour – please let us know if you have specific mobility preferences or requirements. Space is limited.