Friday, May 23, 2014

Carleton educators honoured with 2014 Capital Educators’ Awards

Carleton University is proud to announce that three of its outstanding educators have been honoured with 2014 Capital Educators’ Awards. Claudia Buttera (Biology), Dan Patterson (Geography and Environmental Studies) and Kevin Cheung (Mathematics and Statistics) were among 18 winners who were celebrated at the 2014 EduGala ceremony on Thursday,... More

Monday, May 19, 2014

Blog: Reflections on teaching; reflecting on reflecting

By: Arby T. Siraki, Teaching and Learning Support Analyst Reflecting on teaching is something instructors often do without thinking about it. Like many of those things we do unwittingly, however, it doesn’t hurt to think consciously about it. Of course, reflection can take on many forms. The most obvious is an instructor asking him/herself,... More

Thursday, May 15, 2014

What’s New?

Don't have a lot of time and just want to get updates regarding things related TA Training quickly? Then this is the spot for you! The news is separated out into broad categories, with an update date in parentheses at the end. What's the latest information... More

Monday, May 12, 2014

Blog: cuLearn’s new features

By: Kirk Davies, EDC Educational Technology Consultant  As you may have noticed, Carleton has recently upgraded cuLearn from Moodle 2.4 to 2.6. It managed to pass relatively smoothly through the tireless efforts of the team at CCS. This upgrade was undertaken as a part of the annual updates that we have committed to doing... More

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Check out cuLearn’s new features

On Saturday, May 3, cuLearn was upgraded from Moodle version 2.4 to version 2.6.2. These annual upgrades are meant to continually improve the system, by addressing issues like speed, bug fixes and adding new features. The overall look and feel is very similar to version 2.4, only with a modernized look and a simplified,... More

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Profile: Pyschology I-CUREUS Testimonial

Sarah Gardiner, a third-year Honours Psychology student shares her thoughts with you about her research with children. As an I-CUREUS participant I have helped support the research of Dr. Robert Coplan, who is interested in the activities children do both at and outside of school. I do this through helping prepare packages for participants... More

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Profile: Child Studies I-CUREUS Participant

I-CUREUS participant Betül Alaca, a third-year Psychology student, shares about her experience with the Kids in Places Initiative, associated with the Child Studies department. I completed my I-CUREUS internship with The Kids in Places Initiative. As a research assistant, I was specifically involved in a cultural exchange between children in... More

Monday, April 28, 2014

Learning outcomes: They aren’t just for courses anymore

By: Ann Clarke-Okah, Learning Outcomes Consultant & Andy Thompson, Program Assessment Coordinator, Office of Quality Assurance (Academic Programs) Many of you are already familiar with the concept of course-level learning outcomes. Perhaps you already include these statements of expected skills and competencies students will demonstrate by the... More

Monday, April 28, 2014

Creating the ‘A-ha!’ moment: Business professor reflects on decades of teaching

By: Samantha Wright Allen On the wall hang several plaques. Some are in recognition of research, some congratulate his years in professional service, and others, including a Capital Educators’ Award and a Graduate Mentorship Award, focus on teaching excellence. “I like history,” says Nicolas Papadopoulos from his office at Carleton’s... More

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Tips from a graduate: Internationalize your Degree

Khadija Ga'al, a Carleton alumni with a Bachelors in Public Affairs and Policy Management who recently returned from a six month internship in South Africa shares a few tips with you about internationalizing your degree! Check them out below: 1. Study Abroad Many universities in Ontario have exchange partners in countries in Europe, Africa,... More

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Take a look back at the academic year with TLS

With another term coming to an end, it’s time to take a look back at the academic year with Teaching and Learning Services. Flip through the inaugural issue of Reflections, an annual magazine that features TLS’ best stories, tips and blogs of the year. Inside, you’ll find stories on everything from innovation and creativity... More

Monday, April 14, 2014

The EDC recognizes top TAs for 2013-14

On April 14, the EDC recognized the work and accomplishments of Carleton’s teaching assistants with its end of year Excellence Reception. Around 100 students, staff, instructors and guests gathered to celebrate the achievements of Carleton’s diverse graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants. The EDC’s Outstanding Teaching Assistant... More

Monday, April 14, 2014

Painting Canada’s political history: Spotlight on Rand Dyck

By: Cassandra Hendry In one of Rand Dyck’s political science classes, it’s not unusual to hold show-and-tell items such as souvenirs from Alberta’s oil sands, crumpled McCain fries packages, and an empty box of Stanfield’s underwear from Nova Scotia. Each passed around memento is a part of Canada’s political history and culture, he says,... More

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Profile: Biology I-CUREUS Participant

Kim Seguin, a second year Biology student, shares her thoughts about her I-CUREUS experience in Biology. As an I-CUREUS participant, I have provided support to Dr. Alex Wong’s research. As a part of this research, I have been gaining experience working as a research assistant in a microbiology laboratory. I’m responsible for setting up... More

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Four students present at NCUR 2014 in Kentucky

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) is a forum for undergraduate students to present their research. This year Carleton sent a group of four students, supervised by Professor Stefania Maggi (Child Studies) to Lexington, Kentucky. With 4200 registrants, 18 participating countries and 47 states from the United States... More

Monday, April 7, 2014

Assessing education: Using innovative tests to get student success

By: Samantha Wright Allen Janna Fox says she had an unlikely start in diagnostic assessment. “I went into testing because I hate tests,” she laughs. Though her feelings on the matter have changed, that impulse never stopped - assessment has become the Carleton linguistic professor’s life’s work. She says it’s so important because... More

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Registration now open for Spring/Summer Certificate in University Teaching program

Faculty and contract instructors can now register for the EDC's popular Certificate in University Teaching (CUT) program - a great opportunity to further develop your understanding of pedagogy and enhance your teaching skills. Facilitated by 3M teaching fellow Dr. Anthony Marini, this 10-session program features practical activities, such as a... More

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Panel Discussion: Preventing Workplace Harassment and Violence

As part of Carleton’s ongoing commitment to providing awareness about preventing harassment and violence in the workplace, members of the campus community are invited to this panel discussion which will focus on three fictional scenarios which could be encountered in the workplace. The program includes insight from the panelists, as well as a... More

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Carleton to launch six new online courses

Carleton is planning to increase its online offerings this fall, with the launch of six new courses. These new courses highlight Carleton's commitment to increasing accessibility and providing innovative teaching and learning opportunities to learners across Ontario, Canada and the world. Bioacoustics - a new graduate level course that aims to... More

Monday, March 31, 2014

Blog: Ready to rock teaching? EMCP Style

By: Nestor B. Querido, Supervisor, CUOL It’s Carleton University—EMCP style! Our Enrichment Mini-Courses Program, which began in 1981, is all about teaching high school students on campus. The one-week mini courses offer future undergraduates a valuable first glimpse into Carleton’s academic programs. Although it requires a lot of... More

Friday, March 28, 2014

Profile: Chemistry I-CUREUS Participant

My name is Robbie MacLeod and I am a 3rd Year Integrated Science student. My I-CUREUS project is being completed in the Department of Chemistry under Dr. Maria DeRosa. My work involves the use of single stranded DNA and gold nanoparticles to facilitate the detection of toxins and pathogens, namely ochratoxin and norovirus. This... More

Thursday, March 27, 2014

A Glossary for the Learner-Centred Classroom

By: Jenna Jarvis In completing my Certificate in Teaching Assistant Skills, I encountered a rather significant stumbling point: I wasn't entirely able to articulate what “learner-centred” meant. I set out to develop my own working definition of what a learner-centred model of teaching entails, and I discovered that such a definition would... More

Monday, March 24, 2014

From video cameras to virtual office hours: Spotlight on Bob Burk

By: Cassandra Hendry Math and science courses can contain some of the most challenging material for students to grasp. But as Bob Burk knows, all it takes for students to be engaged is a video camera, their cellphone and a chance to sing the periodic table of elements in front of 700 people. Burk,... More

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

The nomination deadline for Carleton Teaching Awards is almost here

Are you interested in pursuing a Carleton Teaching Award? Or do you know an outstanding educator who deserves recognition? Get your nomination or application in before the deadline on April 4 at 4 p.m. There are three awards currently open for nominations. Provost’s Fellowship in Teaching Award This award recognizes faculty and contract... More

Monday, March 17, 2014

Celebrating Carleton’s outstanding TAs

Congratulations to the 82 teaching assistants who were nominated for the EDC’s Outstanding TA Award and many departmental TA awards. The awards celebrate the amazing accomplishments of Carleton’s teaching assistants and their dedication to undergraduate learning. Teaching assistants occupy a challenging position at the university: they carry a... More

Monday, March 17, 2014

Crossing continents and collecting awards: Isaac Otchere’s teaching career

By: Samantha Wright Allen Isaac Otchere can trace his path to Carleton back to his years as a high school student in Ghana. In geography class, he learned about two far-off commonwealth countries: Canada and Australia. “It fascinated me,” said Otchere, adding he was drawn to images of prairies and kangaroos. “It was at... More

Friday, March 14, 2014

Profile: BIT Interactive Multimedia & Design I-CUREUS participant

Profile: As a second-year Bachelor's in Information Technology (BIT) Interactive Multimedia & Design student, Taryn Laurendeau is engaged with research for Professor Audrey Girouard on flexible displays (which are bendable display prototypes that currently have sensors but no screen). Role as a Researcher: Her role has involved evaluating bend... More

Friday, March 14, 2014

Profile: Art History I-CUREUS participant

NAME: Gabi Doiron PROGRAM: Combined Honours in Humanities and Art History, fourth year FIELD OF RESEARCH: Art History 1. What have you been doing with your I-CUREUS research? Professor Michael Windover (my supervisor)  is currently working on research for a prospective exhibition on material and visual culture surrounding radio and interwar radio... More

Friday, March 14, 2014

Profile: Psychology I-CUREUS participant

Jennifer McAlister, a second year Psychology student researcher for Professor Michael Wohl gives you the need-to-knows about I-CUREUS in this Q&A session. Q: What does the lab that you work in focus on? And how are you involved? A: The lab focuses on a few different topics including gambling, social identity, and forgiveness. I... More

Friday, March 14, 2014

Profile: Cognitive Science and Psychology I-CUREUS participant

NAME: Shelby Thompson FIELD OF STUDY: Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology with a Minor in Neuroscience, 3rd year SUPERVISOR: Professor Deepthi Kamawar (Cognitive Science and Psychology) 1. What have you been doing with your I-CUREUS research? I have been helping out a PhD student and I am almost done supporting a second big study.... More

Friday, March 14, 2014

Increasing Engagement in Large Classes

By: Angel Mackenzie Student engagement is an important and necessary component of effective learning. Without being engaged, students will lack the intrinsic motivation that will allow them to connect with and invest in the material in order to optimize their learning. This is particularly important for first and second year students as this early... More

Thursday, March 13, 2014

Daily teaching tip

As our Tips for Teaching Month comes to an end, we're happy to share the 31 days worth of tips we've collected from Carleton's teaching and learning community. Take a look and see if there are any ideas you can incorporate into your own teaching. Thank you all for your submissions. The winners of... More

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Innovative work spaces: connecting, creating and collaborating @ the HUB

Head to the Discovery Centre's Multimedia Room on Mar. 20 for a discussion about ways to take advantage of innovative workspaces, such as HUB Ottawa. The HUB is a coworking community optimized for people, projects and organizations bettering the world. During this talk, you'll learn about co-working as an alternative or supplement to the... More

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Share your tips for teaching

As we move through different stages in our careers, we meet mentors and colleagues who guide us and provide different perspectives and ideas. We also develop our own personal techniques that help us feel more confident in our abilities. This month, we want you to share your advice with your colleagues. What teaching techniques... More

Monday, March 10, 2014

Mastering Music in the Technological World: Spotlight on James McGowan

By: Cassandra Hendry For James McGowan, music is life. The award-winning pianist, composer and songwriter has taught music at Laurentian University, McMaster University and James Madison University in the United States. And now, as a music professor at Carleton, he’s using his experience to help students in an innovative way with a combination... More

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