Foundations in Teaching (FiT) is designed to support instructors at all stages of their teaching careers—whether you are a graduate student preparing to teach for the first time, an adjunct balancing multiple courses, or a full-time faculty member seeking to refine your instructional approach. Rooted in the principles of Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning (2nd ed.) by James Lang, FiT offers practical, research-based strategies that can be applied across disciplines. The workshops emphasize a “small teaching” approach, focusing on incremental yet powerful changes that enhance student learning and engagement.

Format: FiT follows a flipped model, meaning you'll complete pre-work to build foundational knowledge before each session. During the in-person sessions, you will experience hands-on activities and collaborative problem-solving.

Session 1: Friday, May 16, 2025 (12 - 3 pm)

Session 2: Friday, May 30, 2025 (12 - 3 pm)

Session 3: Friday, June 13, 2025 (12 - 3 pm)

Session 4: Friday, June 27, 2025 (12 - 3 pm)