2015–2016 Call for Proposals
Curriculum Innovation Projects
Submit proposals by October 31
The FCTL Advisory Council invites project proposals for the 2015–2016 Curriculum Innovation funding.
This funding opportunity is to provide support for innovative teaching strategies that focus on student engagement, active learning, and student success.
While the FCTL Advisory Council welcomes all proposals, we encourage those that intend to demonstrate deeper learning outcomes and have the potential to be applied to other disciplines.
Projects will be funded up to $5,000 and proposals should include a statement of the problem or a goal statement, projected itemization of expenses, approach and planned methodology for the project and any findings, and dissemination of these results to peers both within the university and beyond in terms of publications or professional presentations.
Proposals must detail how active teaching and learning strategies will be implemented and evaluated.
Faculty interested in submitting a proposal are required to schedule a pre-grant meeting with the FCTL to review the application process and review measurable outcomes. To schedule a meeting, contact the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
Proposals should be submitted electronically to the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning no later than October 31, 2015.
How Can I Reduce Student Apathy and Increase Motivation?
A new program begins Monday, October 26
There are things you can do to improve student focus and connection to the course. In 20 minutes, learn how to increase relevance in five areas of your teaching—your course design, your syllabus, your classroom, your assignments, and your exams.
To access the Monday Morning Mentor programs, email the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning or call 836-3059.
FCTL Open Fridays for Faculty
Time: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Location: Meyer Library Room 204
Dr. Eric Nelson, FCTL Faculty Fellow, and the FCTL instructional designers are hosting walk-in consultation sessions for faculty. No appointment necessary! Faculty may come and go at their convenience. All faculty are welcome to drop in and receive assistance with any course design, assessment, technology integration, or teaching needs. We look forward to seeing you Friday!
Book Talk: The Other Side of the Wes Moore Story
Please email the FCTL or call 836-3059 to make arrangements to pick up a book and some reflection material.
Discussion Sessions:
Tuesday, October 27—2:00–3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 28—3:30–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, November 5—3:30–4:30 p.m.
Please join us to discuss this year’s common reader, The Other Wes Moore: One Name Two Fates. This book talk will look at the “other” Wes Moore within the context of American racial, social, political and economic constructs and realities. Raising issues regarding the impact of institutionalized “isms” and how does cultural resistance seek to redefine the “other”.
This event is co-sponsored by the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning and Diversity and Inclusion.
Faculty Writing Retreat
Date: Tuesday, October 27
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Center, Hospitality Suite
Monthly faculty writing retreats provide dedicated time and space to work on academic writing. Retreats include breakfast and a light lunch, opportunities to develop a strong network of peer support and accountability, and voluntary feedback sessions.
For more information, email the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning. Please register through My Learning Connection.
How Can I Connect the Common Reader With My Class?
Join Nora Cox from the Communication Department in a discussion on how to use the themes from the common reader, The Other Wes Moore in your own classroom. Discussions will include how the common reader can introduce first year students to the Public Affairs Mission and how we can help students see the connections between what they are learning in their classes and the themes in this book.
Sessions available:
Tuesday, November 3, 3:30–4:15 p.m., Hill Hall 001
Wednesday, November 4, 3:45–4:30 p.m., Temple Hall 001
Please register through My Learning Connection. Email Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning for more information.
Establishing Content Validity
Monday, November 2, 2:30–4:30 p.m., LIBR 205
Tuesday, November 3, 2:30–4:30 p.m., LIBR 205
This course will introduce you to the Content Validity Index (CVI), which is an extremely useful tool for researchers developing surveys. You will learn a publishable strategy for establishing content validity. All participants will receive an Excel spreadsheet and citations for future use. For more information, email the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning or call 836-3059. Please register through My Learning Connection.