The Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation supports MSU’s educators and their practices through collaboration and consultation. We have a variety of workshops and offerings available for our educators in January. Space is limited. Register today!
Kicking off class with a plan! Virtual
Kicking Off Class with a Plan! 

Jan. 4 from 3 – 4 p.m. EST (virtual)

This interactive workshop will introduce participants to an online tool for planning effective, inclusive class sessions.

Participants will have the chance to explore the tool, ask questions, and leave the session with a concrete plan for their first day of class. Interested in kicking your class off with a plan? Register using the button below.
CTLI Lunch & Learn: Why Alignment is Essential 

Jan. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. EST (virtual) 

Alignment refers to the interdependence among critical course components that ensures students achieve the desired outcomes for the course. In this session, we will discuss how aligning instructional materials, learning activities, assessment and other critical components to learning objectives can help students learn more in your courses. 
Teaching and Learning Supplemental Events
Instructor Jumpstart

Join us as we partner with OFASD to explore ideas about quality and inclusive teaching and develop practical materials that are needed for immediate use in your courses.

Part 1: Jan, 12 from 3 - 4 p.m. EST

Topics that will be covered include:
  • Setting the Tone from the Start
  • Syllabus Considerations
  • Engaging Students in the Classroom
  • Available Campus Resources 

Part 2: Jan. 25 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EST

Topics that will be covered include:
  • Faculty Rights and Responsibilities
  • Inclusive Teaching and Pedagogy
  • Building a Teaching/Learning Network
  • MSU’s Early Warning System for Students 
Register for one or both parts with the button below:
Connect, Grow, and Share on #iteachMSU 

Jan. 17 from 9- 10 a.m. EST (virtual)

The #iteachmsu Commons is becoming the premier location for MSU Educators to connect and share information.

This session will explore creating posts, articles, groups, playlists, and a review of the new Event module! Register for this virtual event with the button below.
Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR)

Jan. 16 – 31st (virtual)

This workshop is intended for faculty, instructional designers, administrators, and adjunct instructors. It is particularly helpful to those new to QM or considering the adoption of a quality assurance process for online and blended learning. Learn to apply the concept of alignment and draft recommendations for course improvement.
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Share your teaching experience with us and explore ways to engage with the center by contacting us today!