Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning News Archive
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Strategic Initiatives Support Fund projects generate momentum for UM’s strategic mission
July 11, 2024 —
The Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) is pleased to announce 35 projects awarded funding, totaling over $2.2 million, through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF). As the newly funded projects get underway, many projects from last year’s SISF fund have been completed. Read about three examples of impact from the SISF 2023-2024.
July 11, 2024 —
The Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) is pleased to announce 35 projects awarded funding, totaling over $2.2 million, through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF). As the newly funded projects get underway, many projects from last year’s SISF fund have been completed. Read about three examples of impact from the SISF 2023-2024.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning News
Everyone can benefit from accessible teaching practices
July 9, 2024 —
At this year’s Teaching Café, hosted May 1 by The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, four UM panelists presented basic concepts of accessibility, shared thoughtful approaches for the classroom, and encouraged both small, cumulative actions and strategic planning to bring about positive change.
July 9, 2024 —
At this year’s Teaching Café, hosted May 1 by The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, four UM panelists presented basic concepts of accessibility, shared thoughtful approaches for the classroom, and encouraged both small, cumulative actions and strategic planning to bring about positive change.
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Bringing work-integrated learning into the classroom with Dr. Snehil Dua
July 2, 2024 —
The hot lunch project is one of many ways that Dr. Snehil Dua incorporates Experiential Learning (EL) into her teaching. She is always looking for ways to help her students be prepared for the dynamic demands of the food industry.
July 2, 2024 —
The hot lunch project is one of many ways that Dr. Snehil Dua incorporates Experiential Learning (EL) into her teaching. She is always looking for ways to help her students be prepared for the dynamic demands of the food industry.
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SoTL Luncheon Highlights Importance of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
June 4, 2024 —
On May 28, UM educators and scholars gathered for a luncheon to celebrate the significance of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), Hosted by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic). The 2024 SoTL Luncheon shed light on the transformative power of SoTL work fostered collaborations in this vital field.
June 4, 2024 —
On May 28, UM educators and scholars gathered for a luncheon to celebrate the significance of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), Hosted by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic). The 2024 SoTL Luncheon shed light on the transformative power of SoTL work fostered collaborations in this vital field.
UM student earns 4th in Canadian systems thinking competition
June 4, 2024 —
In 2024 UM participated for the first time in Map the System, a systems thinking competition. Unlike hackathons or case competitions where participants work towards a solution, Map the System is focused on deeply understanding a problem using systems thinking.
June 4, 2024 —
In 2024 UM participated for the first time in Map the System, a systems thinking competition. Unlike hackathons or case competitions where participants work towards a solution, Map the System is focused on deeply understanding a problem using systems thinking.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning News
Make your communication materials accessible with Panorama
June 4, 2024 —
It’s here, it’s smart and it’s easy to use – the new Panorama portal to help you create accessible materials for a variety of users.
June 4, 2024 —
It’s here, it’s smart and it’s easy to use – the new Panorama portal to help you create accessible materials for a variety of users.
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The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning June Workshops
May 30, 2024 —
Check out the variety of workshops scheduled for June, offered by The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning.
May 30, 2024 —
Check out the variety of workshops scheduled for June, offered by The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning.
Students News
Teaching Award Winner trains future city planners to be engaged, empathetic and inspired
May 21, 2024 —
Dr. Sarah Cooper, [BES(York), MCP(Manitoba), PhD(UIC)], has been named the recipient of the Olive Beatrice Stanton Award for Excellence in Teaching. She will receive the award at Spring Convocation on the morning of June 5.
May 21, 2024 —
Dr. Sarah Cooper, [BES(York), MCP(Manitoba), PhD(UIC)], has been named the recipient of the Olive Beatrice Stanton Award for Excellence in Teaching. She will receive the award at Spring Convocation on the morning of June 5.
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UM students celebrate the outstanding educators in their lives
May 14, 2024 —
“Teachers become mentors when they guide your life, and there's something about their presence in it that remains with you forever. You're shown your purpose and worth, and they give you the strength to stand in your power with integrity.”
May 14, 2024 —
“Teachers become mentors when they guide your life, and there's something about their presence in it that remains with you forever. You're shown your purpose and worth, and they give you the strength to stand in your power with integrity.”
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An Educational Developer reflects on his experience at the Instructional Skills Workshop
April 3, 2024 —
Attending the ISW sessions was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. There are so many complimentary elements inherent in the structure of the workshop that make for a fun and informative week spent with colleagues from around the University.
April 3, 2024 —
Attending the ISW sessions was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. There are so many complimentary elements inherent in the structure of the workshop that make for a fun and informative week spent with colleagues from around the University.