Reading Time: 3minutesGuidance for faculty who are planning courses
The Teaching and Learning 5-part learning series on planning and developing courses, developed in collaboration with Curriculum Planning & Operations and the Online Learning Centre, will be offered again in Fall 2024.
Each workshop in the series will be offered twice over the Fall term, beginning in September.
After you have taken all 5 workshops, Teaching and Learning offers a Recognition of Learning and a congratulatory email to your Chair. To receive the Recognition of Learning, email teachingandlearning@conestogac.on.ca with a one-to-two paragraph reflection on what you have learned and how it will influence your development of new courses or revision of existing courses.
Fall Schedule
Considerations for Course Planning (EDV0184)
Effective Assessment Design Across the Semester (EDV0208)
Creating Consistency in Student Learning Experiences – Design and Delivery Approaches (EDV0211)
Implementing BOPPPS for Effective Weekly Lessons (EDV0225)
Thurs, Sept 12 4:30-6:00 pm
Wed, Sept 18 12:00-1:30 pm
Thurs, Sept 26 12:00-1:30 pm
Thurs, Oct 3 10:00-11:30 am
Tues, Oct 15 12:00-1:30 pm
Fri, Sept 20 12:00-1:30 pm
Wed, Oct 2 7:00-8:30 pm
Wed, Oct 9 10:00-11:30 am
Fri, Oct 18 12:00-1:30 pm
Tues, Oct 22 7:00-8:30 pm
Fall Schedule
Workshop Descriptions
Considerations for Course Planning (EDV0184)
So you have been asked to develop a course! Join a Curriculum Consultant and a Teaching and Learning consultant to explore the necessary elements for a great course. The session will introduce course learning outcomes as well as the overall role of the course outline and its relationship to program standards. Considerations for planning lessons, assessments, and rubrics that other faculty can follow will be explored.
Effective Assessment Design Across the Semester (EDV0208)
Are you looking to create the best assessment experience possible for your students? Designing supportive, engaging, and authentic assessments for students is a critical component of curriculum design. Join this workshop to learn more about the important considerations for assessment development across a semester, including how best to ensure cultural relevance, adequate scaffolding, formative feedback and meaningful practice opportunities are built directly into your course design.
Creating Consistency in Student Learning Experiences – Design and Delivery Approaches (EDV0211)
During this workshop, we will explore strategies for preparing the model course shell to equip faculty for successful teaching in their upcoming term. Our discussions will revolve around intentional course shell design and the utilization of tools aimed at fostering consistency and creating engaging learning environments for students. Additionally, we will examine teaching approaches that enable faculty members to personalize their section shell while upholding course outcomes.
A good rubric or marking scheme can make all the difference for you and your students. Consider the possible impact on marking efficiency, fairness and consistency, and feedback for learners that a well-designed grading tool can offer. Join us to learn about key components of rubric and marking scheme design and how to incorporate these tools seamlessly into your eConestoga course shell.
Implementing BOPPPS for Effective Weekly Lessons (EDV0225)
Join us for an explorative workshop where you will learn how to craft and organize your lesson materials to align with the BOPPPS framework. We will discuss practical tips and techniques for creating engaging slides and organizing supplementary materials to enhance student learning and participation. Leave with actionable insights to optimize your weekly lesson delivery and foster a more engaging classroom environment.
A college professor and accredited TESL trainer for more than 20 years, Laura Stoutenburg, holding an M.A., has taught and developed curricula for a variety of topics, with her work including language assessment in China and Canada. Before joining Teaching and Learning as a consultant, Laura coordinated Conestoga’s TESL Certificate and English Language Studies programs. She specializes in matters related to Intercultural Teaching and language acquisition, and is available at the Kitchener Downtown Campus.
