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Orientation overview

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the program is to improve the quality of undergraduate and graduate education through a series of workshops that enable teaching assistants to develop professionally and to continuously improve those skills needed to enhance student learning.

To accomplish this mission, the program will aim to generate enthusiasm and excitement about teaching, and place an emphasis on the value and importance of their role as a teacher. Further, this program aims to expose participants to education and learning theories and to provide practical suggestions to help teaching assistants with their classroom responsibilities. Finally, the program is designed to foster communication among those who teach in the College of Engineering.

REQUIRED WORKSHOPS FOR TAs

College policies require these workshops for all new TAs, SAs, UAs, lecturers and faculty. The workshops benefit you and the students with whom you will interact. Because each university is different, even those who have attended TA or teacher training at another university are required to participate. You will build from a common base and share perspectives with both new and experienced engineering educators.