Session Highlights - May 15, 2012
Do you have a teaching philosophy? This interactive faculty development session led by Dr. Steve Patterson took participants through what a teaching philosophy is, how to create one, and why they are important. The take away exercise for participants was to identify next steps in developing a teaching philosophy-to think about why they love teaching, what they are trying to achieve with their teaching, and what the fundamental values are that they need to apply.
The following excerpt from the University Center for the Advancement of Teaching reads:
Faculty and graduate teaching assistants are increasingly being asked to articulate their philosophy of teaching. This request may be in conjunction with the submission of a teaching portfolio for seeking academic positions, or as a regular component of the portfolio or dossier for promotion and tenure. Philosophy of teaching statements are also requested of candidates for teaching awards or grant applications.
"It has been my privilege to be the recipient of excellent teaching and I have witnessed master teachers as they formally and informally teach," says Steve. "It is through experiences of being a student, witnessing quality teachers, teaching others myself and reflecting on that teaching that have shaped my teaching philosophy."
Are you interested in learning more? Check the DentraNet Events calendar for upcoming faculty development sessions, or contact Steve Patterson.