Events

Hosted by the Organizational & Human Development

Facilitator: Laura Maple

When we experience perceived opposing goals, viewpoints, or interests with others around us, we stall in our ability to solve problems. Understanding what conflict is and how it shows up in our lives is an important first step in resolving it. In this workshop, you will complete the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Model Instrument to gain insight into five different conflict-handling behaviours, and whether you might be overusing or under using one or more of them. Based on a mix of individual reflection, small and large group discussion, we will explore what conflict is, how it appears at work, and introduce strategies and tools to begin addressing it productively. 

Hosted by the Organizational & Human Development

Facilitators: Christine Zaza and Jennifer O'Brien

MS Teams

Most work settings have been designed by neurotypical people, for neurotypical people, yet an estimated 15-20% of Canadians identify as neurodivergent. Many highly skilled neurodivergent individuals encounter workplace barriers that affect their ability to thrive in the workplace. In this workshop we will highlight the lived experience of two forms of neurodivergence: autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). We will identify common workplace barriers and challenges and review recommended practices that support neurodivergent employees.  

Participants will review their workplace from a neurodivergent perspective, explore the hidden curriculum in their workplace, and discuss ways to incorporate recommendations that would benefit neurodivergent and neurotypical employees, alike. We will use interactive large group activities and small group discussions in break-out rooms throughout the workshop. Recognizing that not everyone enjoys interactive activities, we encourage all participants to respect their individual comfort level with participation.  This 2-hour workshop includes a short break.  

Hosted by: Organizational & Human Development 

Facilitators: Laura Maple

In-person: EC1-1004 OHD Training Room

Whether giving or receiving feedback, executing the process well can feel daunting if you’re not prepared. Taking time to think through and refine how to deliver feedback to a colleague can set both of you up for a successful, beneficial conversation. On the other side, understanding how you receive feedback and how you can be receptive to feedback can help you be more coachable. This workshop will spend time unpacking the content participants explore in the Foundations of Giving and Receiving Feedback course. This practical, experiential workshop will focus on tools, reflection and discussion that participants can use in their professional and personal lives. 

Hosted by: Organizational and Human Development 

Facilitator: Chun Chih Chen

MS Teams 

Attend a 45-minute LinkedIn Learning (LiL) Lunch and Learn session designed to help you unlock the full potential of LinkedIn Learning. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to deepen your knowledge, this workshop will provide you with practical tips and strategies to make the most of your learning journey. Come and discover what LinkedIn Learning can do for you and use it to craft your own professional learning journey! 

Note: The topics of each LiL Lunch and Learn session will vary. Our current topics include: 

Topic 1: Introduction to LinkedIn Learning 

• An overview of the LinkedIn Learning platform for the University of Waterloo. Come and discover how to use, navigate, and find courses on LinkedIn Learning. 

Topic 2: Building Your Personal Learning Path with LinkedIn Learning 

• Come and discover how to create a personalized learning plan, set goals, and track your progress with LinkedIn Learning. 

The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an intensive, collaborative, and experiential learning model that uses videotaped micro-teaching and peer feedback sessions to support the teaching reflection and growth of both new and experienced instructors. The ISW promotes participatory learning and community building and encourages examination of teaching practices with feedback focused on the learning process rather than on the specific content of the lesson. Each participant will receive a widely-recognized certificate of achievement upon successful completion of the ISW, which requires 24 contact hours, over three or four days.

The Centre for Teaching Excellence is hosting Instructional Innovations Week from October 21-25, 2024 in collaboration with faculty members, ASU staff, and special guests from the University of Edinburgh.

Location: Online

Facilitators: Kari Weaver

Join Kari D. Weaver (Library) in this 60-minute online workshop as she introduces the newly launched Artificial Intelligence Disclosure (AID) Framework. This tool provides a transparent, consistent, and targeted approach to attribute the use of artificial intelligence in teaching and research work. In addition to the introduction of the AID Framework itself, participants will have the opportunity to workshop a classroom application of this tool and discuss potential needs and adaptations across academic disciplines. This session is sponsored by the AVPA Standing Committee on New Technologies, Pedagogies, and Academic Integrity and the Library.

Location: MC2036

Facilitators: Brianna Bennett and Annik Bilodeau

Come hear presentations from colleagues at the University of Waterloo who are conducting their own scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) research, developing or piloting innovations for the classroom supported with funding from the Learning Innovation and Teaching Enhancement (LITE) grant program! 

During this session, researchers from the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business (Faculty of Arts) and the Faculty of Science will present preliminary results. Each presentation will be followed by a 10-minute showcase of the technology or learning format used in the studies, allowing participants to experiment with (VR) or experience (circle pedagogy) these innovations.  

Facilitators: Kyle Scholz, Daspina Fekekos, and Natalie Chow

In-person, MC 2036

This workshop will provide an overview of the emerging educational technologies available at the University. Examples of tools that will be highlighted include Creator+, peerScholar, Vevox, and iClicker. The facilitators will also share information about the forthcoming EdTech Sandbox (set to launch late 2024/early 2025) and related initiatives happening under the Teaching Innovation Incubator.

Location: Online

Facilitators: Rebecca MacAlpine and Greta Kroeker

​In our current political and social landscape, students are hyperaware and hypersensitive to topics that broach themes of violence, oppression, and power. The hyperawareness of students poses an interesting challenge for instructors, as they need to learn to balance student socio-emotional needs with essential content. In this Lunch and Learn, we will explore trauma-informed care, and feminist instructional strategies/pedagogies to begin to empower instructors to find meaningful ways to incorporate hard subjects into the classroom. This session will involve a short presentation on various instructional strategies with ample time to discuss and share our experiences teaching hard subjects in the classroom.