Summer Institute Events

Your syllabus is an important document that introduces you and the course to the students. It also sets forth your responsibilities and those of your students. Though templates exist for syllabus creation, there are many choices and a multitude of subtleties to consider when designing this document. In this session, we explore the characteristics and…

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This session is designed for instructors who wish to limit the use of AI tools in their course assignments because its use counters the fundamental knowledge and skills their courses assess. While we know that almost no take-home writing assignments can be “AI-proof,” many instructors see the value in having students develop and demonstrate their…

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In this fundamental session, we will explore the four lesson basics, learning outcomes, active learning, assessment, and motivation, and how to use these to plan well aligned student-centred classes. This session will provide a high level overview and important pointers with the goal for you to apply these in your lesson-planning. We encourage you to…

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This hands-on workshop invites faculty to explore how Generative AI can be thoughtfully integrated into active learning strategies to deepen student engagement and support diverse learning needs. Participants will experiment with AI tools to create prompts, simulate real-time feedback, and generate context-specific discussion questions and case studies. Through a combination of guided activities and critical…

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In this interactive session, participants will be introduced to neurodiversity as an umbrella concept, and the impact of neurodivergence on student learning. Together, we will consider how to foster a neurodiversity affirming classroom environment. We will explore teaching practices as well as strategies to mitigate access friction. By the end of this session, participants will:…

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Join CTLT Indigenous Initiatives in a guided exploration of the What I Learned in Class Today Project. During this Summer Institute Session, the project team is excited to offer a demo of the Renewed What I Learned in Class Today Facilitation Guide and Toolkit. Participants will have the chance to ask questions and to reflect…

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This workshop will explore academic integrity in an age of increased availability and capability of GenAI tools. It will review current frameworks, what instructors can do in their courses to continue to ensure learning rigor and measure learning outcomes, review UBC’s guidelines around the use of GenAI tools, and reflect student experiences and views. It…

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How do we learn how students really feel about the courses we teach–before it’s too late? Gathering that information during our courses allows us to make changes as we go, instead of waiting for student experience surveys to apply our learning to future courses. Bringing both faculty member and educational developer skill sets along with decades of experience…

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This one-hour workshop explores the powerful impact of incorporating student perspectives in course design. Based on UBC’s Students as Partners (SaP) initiative, participants will discover practical strategies for moving up the “Ladder of Participation” to meaningfully engage students in the educational design process. Whether you’re looking to enhance assessment flexibility, improve feedback mechanisms, or create…

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As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely in different roles with an experienced instructor to teach. When this relationship goes well, it can be rewarding, educational and fun. When it does not, it can be frustrating and overwhelming. In this session, we will explore the various needs and expectations (including the TA contract)…

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Teaching Assistants (TA) play a significant role in students’ learning. They are often expected to teach in face-to-face classrooms, facilitate discussions, conduct tutorials and labs in-person and/or online, grade electronically submitted papers, and perform many other duties to assist instructors and inspire students. As instructors, we need to provide support and guidance so that TAs…

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Assessment is more than grading. It’s about fostering learning through intentional design for students to have opportunities to receive feedback and improve learning throughout a course. This interactive workshop is to support both new and current instructors with practical strategies for planning and implementing assessments in their courses. The session encourages participants to reflect on…

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Student engagement is a critical factor known to significantly enhance student learning outcomes. Learning technologies can play an important role in fostering this engagement in university courses. In this 60-minute workshop, we will explore various tools for designing interactive elements, including Canvas features (discussions, quizzes, modules), free open-source tools (H5P), and AI-assisted technologies that can…

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What does it mean to design an accessible course and how is it different from providing accommodations? This session introduces core accessibility principles and explores how thoughtful course design can reduce barriers for students with disabilities while benefiting all learners. Through examples and guided reflection, you’ll learn how to apply accessibility strategies for your courses…

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The Anti-Racist Teaching and Learning (A-RTL) team at CTLT is excited to welcome you to Building Capacity—Networking and Resource Sharing for IBPOC Teaching and Learning Community, a networking, wellness, and educational space offered to the IBPOC identifying teaching and learning community during the CTLT Summer Institute. This is an intentional space to connect IBPOC faculty,…

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