2016 Showcase on Teaching and Learning Call for Proposals
The Showcase on Teaching and Learning will be held August 17, 2016. The FCTL Advisory Council is inviting faculty to submit presentation proposals that highlight teaching practices and would appeal to faculty across disciplines and all levels of experience.
Session Format
Each 60-minute interactive session will include some combination of presentation, discussion, or other form of interactivity. Participant feedback tells us that audience interaction is an essential component of faculty sessions and your proposal should reflect this component.
Proposal Criteria
Proposals should include a 250–500 word abstract that clearly states learning goals and outcomes (key takeaways) for the session. Submissions should include a cover page with title and presenter(s) information or bio. All proposals will be peer reviewed by the FCTL Advisory Council and evaluated on the following criteria:
- Clarity of the proposal abstract including key takeaways and audience interaction component
- Relevant topic that would appeal to faculty of all experience levels
- Presents practical methods and techniques that others can use and apply
- Provides evidence of successful outcomes or lessons learned
The FCTL Advisory Council is always looking for ways to extend faculty teaching and research efforts and may ask successful proposal submissions to consider writing an article based on their session topic. Articles will be peer reviewed by the council and published for the MSU faculty community.
Submission Deadline
Proposals should be submitted via email to the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
Information Meeting for Scholar-2-Scholar Faculty Mentoring Opportunity
Date: Tuesday, March 22
Time: 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Location: Meyer Library, Room 204
Please join us for an information meeting about the Missouri State University Scholar-2-Scholar Program sponsored by the Division of Diversity and Inclusion (DDI). It was established to encourage engagement in research and to match underrepresented undergraduate students with faculty mentors, while assisting with faculty research and other creative projects. Scholar-2-Scholar is a campus-wide initiative which supports students with work-study awards and interest in working with faculty from all disciplines as a research assistant.
Join us to find out more and sign up for the Scholar-2-Scholar Program. You too can find a student research assistant for your special projects and provide mentoring that increases student retention in your program.
Please register under My Learning Connection to help us plan for your participation.
For more information, please contact Jamaine Abidogun at 836-5916.
Upcoming Faculty Writing Retreats
Tuesday, March 29 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Library 204 |
---|---|---|
Friday, April 15 | 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. | Alumni Center, Hospitality Room |
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.
Monday Morning Mentor Series
How Do I Give Feedback that Improves Student Writing?
This program began Monday, March 21
Trying to teach students to improve their writing can be like trying to teach cats to fetch: Demonstrate all you want, encourage all you want, implore all you want; you’re apt to be met with nothing but blinks. We share seven novel feedback techniques that will motivate your students and drive real improvement in their writing.
To access the Monday Morning Mentor programs, email the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning or call 836-3059.
How Can I Enhance Class Using Story, Popular Media and Objects?
A new program will begin Monday, March 28
Committed educators are always looking for dynamic ways to grab and hold their students’ attention, but we do more than list in-class activities. This practical and focused session is grounded in learning theory, such as idea-based, brain-based and situated learning, to give you a framework for ongoing exploration and innovation.
To access the Monday Morning Mentor programs, email the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning or call 836-3059.
Tools of the Trade Series
Part II: Prezi vs. PowerPoint
Prezi, a fast-growing alternative to PowerPoint, offers a unique spin on presentation tools. But is it right for you? In part two of the Tools of the Trade Series, you’ll learn best practices for using Prezi and PowerPoint in your classroom, as well as help to decide which presentation tool is right for you.
Wednesday, March 23 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
---|---|---|
Thursday, March 24 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Wednesday, March 30 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Part III: Wikis
Perhaps the only Wiki you’re familiar with is Wikipedia, but that is about to change. In part three of the Tools of the Trade Series, you’ll learn how you can use wikis, collaborative data collection websites that anyone can edit, in your classroom to enhance student understanding.
Tuesday, April 5 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
---|---|---|
Thursday, April 7 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Tuesday, April 12 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Part IV: Social Media
Let’s face it, perhaps the easiest way to reach out to your students is through social media. Since your students are already connected, why not use that connection in your classroom? In part four of the Tools of the Trade Series, you’ll learn a variety of ways to utilize social media in your classroom for enhanced student connections and understanding. You’ll also learn best practices for using tools such as Facebook, Twitter, Diigo and Youtube.
Tuesday, April 26 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
---|---|---|
Thursday, April 28 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Tuesday, May 3 | 3:00–4:00 p.m. | LIBR 204 |
Development Opportunities for Faculty
Communication and Conflict Management for Department Chairs – Webcast
Academic Impressions Webcast Series
March 29, 2016, 12:00–1:30 CDT
Register for this conference
Transformative Learning Conference
University of Central Oklahoma
March 31–April 1, 2016
Oklahoma City, OK
Register for this conference
Midwest Conference on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Transforming Teaching through SoTL
South Bend, Indiana
April 1, 2016
Register for this conference
Teaching Matters Conference
Critical Thinking as Radical Pedagogy
Barnesville, Georgia
April 1–2, 2016
Register for this conference
27th International Conference on College Teaching and Learning
Building Bridges: Teaching our Communities, Engaging the World
Jacksonville, Florida
April 5–7, 2016
Register for this conference