Overcoming Impostor Syndrome (CTE184)

Wednesday, June 20, 2018 9:30 am - 11:00 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

Location: EV1 241

Facilitator: Stephanie Verkoeyen (Environment)

Workshop description

Uncomfortable with the transition from “learner” to “expert”, many new TAs/course instructors question whether they are capable of performing their role. This workshop delves into the “Impostor Phenomenon,” a term used to describe feelings of incompetence despite evidence of competence. In general, the literature suggests that greater awareness of the Impostor Phenomenon, both in oneself and others, is the first step towards breaking the cycle of behaviour. To foster this increase in awareness, this workshop encourages participants to engage in self-reflection and discussion to help break down the barriers normally associated with thoughts of perceived weakness or failure, and normalize these feelings. Participants have the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences with the Impostor Phenomenon, as well as those of their students, and discuss different strategies that can be applied to minimize impostor feelings in the classroom.

Registration

Cancellations

Many of our workshops have waiting lists, so if you've registered but can't attend, please notify us 24 hours in advance (at cte-grad@uwaterloo.ca ) so that we can give your spot to someone else.

Accessibility

The University of Waterloo is committed to achieving barrier-free accessibility for persons with disabilities who are studying, working, or visiting at Waterloo. If you have questions concerning access, such as parking, building layouts, or obtaining information in alternative formats, or wish to request accommodations for a CTE workshop or event, please contact CTE via email (cte@uwaterloo.ca) or phone (ext. 33857) and include the session’s title and date. Our workshops typically involve a mix of presentation and discussion-based activities, and we encourage a scent-free environment. We also welcome accompanying assistants, interpreters, or note-takers; notify us if accommodations are needed in this regard. Please note that some accommodations may require time to arrange.