Training & Events

This asynchronous online training opportunity will run from July 21st to August 11th and is tailored for faculty members with zero to three years of teaching experience. OVERVIEW The New Faculty Teaching Academy is a free and optional program designed to enhance teaching skills. The course is divided into three weekly modules, each focusing on crucial aspects of effective teaching in higher education. MODULES 1. Organization and Planning: This module provides critical lessons regarding instructional design including course design basics, syllabus creation, and course scheduling. Participants will also learn critical MSU Policies and Procedures for teachers and complete the module by preparing their course syllabus to ensure preparation for teaching in the upcoming semester. 2. Engagement: In this module, participants will learn core classroom strategies that promote student engagement. Topics covered include effective presentation techniques, active learning strategies, and managing classroom dialogue. Participants will complete the module by creating a plan for an early class period that is focused, effective, and engaging. 3. Communication: The final module focuses on building rapport and effective communication. Participants will gain insights into various topics, such as communicating expectations, providing constructive feedback, and efficient grading practices. The module concludes with creating a comprehensive communication plan to establish strong connections. RECOGNITION Upon successful completion of all assignments, participants will be awarded the New Faculty Teaching Academy badge, recognizing dedication to continual improvement of teaching skills. Additionally, these achievements will be recognized at the annual Teacher Appreciation Luncheon in May.

Open To
Teachers with 0-3 years experience

Location
Online in Canvas

This asynchronous online course introduces instructors to the best practices of online instruction. Successful completion leads to the online teaching certification as well as the Online 101 Digital Badge. Delivered 100% online in Canvas, there will be no live meetings. Please ignore start/end times as the system requires these to be entered.

Open To
faculty, instructors, teaching staff/GA

Location
Online - https://canvas.msstate.edu/

This course describes the steps to take if an active attacker incident were to happen on campus.

Open To
MSU Faculty, Staff and Students

Location
Union Fowlkes Auditorium

Our university is committed to delivering the highest quality instruction, and we believe that a classroom observation can significantly contribute to your growth as an effective teacher while showcasing your dedication to continuous improvement. Participating in a classroom observation offers numerous benefits, including enhancing your teaching effectiveness, fostering greater student engagement, and providing a focused pathway for professional development. By signing up for a classroom observation, we will visit one of your class sessions and offer valuable feedback on your lesson planning and delivery. The CTLs Classroom Observation process includes a pre-observation meeting, an in-class observation, a student survey, and a post-observation discussion. Through this comprehensive approach, we ensure that the observation experience is thorough and constructive. Upon completion of the observation process, you will receive a detailed Observation Report presented in a standardized format. The report will encompass insights from the observation, valuable student feedback, and practical suggestions for future improvements, ultimately assisting you in refining your teaching techniques. If you have any further questions, please visit our webpage: https://www.ctl.msstate.edu/services/teaching-feedback-person-courses. Please disregard the start and end times required by our online registration system. After the registration deadline on September 8th, we will contact registrants to schedule a suitable day and time for the observation.

Open To

Location
Your Classroom

This course describes the steps to take if an active attacker incident were to happen on campus.

Open To
MSU Faculty, Staff and Students

Location
Union Fowlkes Auditorium

Winter Weather is having a larger impact on the South than in previous years. Learn what you can do to protect yourself and prepare for Winter Weather hazards.

Open To
MSU Faculty, Staff and Students

Location
Union Fowlkes Auditorium