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SUMMARY:UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility: Versatility
DESCRIPTION:Looking for simple\, high-impact ways to make your course materials more accessible and welcoming? Join us for UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility\, a hands-on summer webinar series designed to support small\, meaningful improvements in digital course content. This four-part series introduces the MOVE framework—Meaning\, Organization\, Versatility\, and Engagement—as a set of purpose-first design checks that help reduce common barriers to learning. Rather than focusing on tools alone\, MOVE invites instructors to reflect on design intent and make one practical improvement to their course materials that can be applied immediately. Each 30-minute session focuses on one element of the MOVE framework\, with examples drawn from Word documents\, PowerPoint slides\, and Quercus course spaces. Sessions combine brief demonstrations with guided time to work on participants’ own materials\, so you leave having made a real accessibility improvement—not just with ideas for later. Whether you’re revising a course syllabus\, refreshing lecture slides\, or preparing Quercus materials\, this series offers approachable strategies that support accessibility and inclusion for a wide range of learners. Session Schedule and Topics• Meaning: Make intent clear. Focus on clarity and purpose through descriptive links\, meaningful alt text\, plain language\, and captions or transcripts that add context. (Thursday\, May 28\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6504))• Organization: Make the structure obvious. Use built-in heading styles\, chunking\, true lists\, and clear page or module overviews to support navigation and comprehension. (Thursday\, June 11\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6507))• Versatility: Make materials work across contexts. Check contrast\, captions\, file formats\, and mobile usability so course materials function well across devices\, tools\, and learning environments. (Thursday\, June 25\, 11:30 am to 12 pm)• Engagement: Make learning welcoming and motivating. Incorporate inclusive examples\, small choices\, and brief reflection prompts that invite participation and support learner connection. (Thursday\, July 9\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6509)) Learning Outcomes By the end of this series\, participants will be able to: • Identify four key design checks for accessible and inclusive course materials using the MOVE framework. • Apply quick\, high-impact improvements to digital content in Word\, PowerPoint\, and Quercus. • Make purposeful design decisions in course materials that reduce barriers and support learner engagement. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/udl-express-move-into-accessibility-versatility/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T130000
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SUMMARY:Microteaching (Online)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/microteaching-online-46/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260624T130000
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SUMMARY:Customizing Cogniti: Aligning for Different Learning Goals
DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Derek Hunt\, Educational Developer\, Teaching\, Learning\, and Technology\, CTSIVictoria Sheldon\, Educational Developer\, Teaching\, Learning\, and Technology\, CTSI Once your Cogniti tutor is up and running\, the real work begins: aligning it to what you want students to learn and how you want them to engage. Different learning goals call for different tutor designs\, and changes to your system prompt can shift how students interact with AI support in your course. In this session\, you will: • Explore how system prompts can be tailored to support different learning goals\, from concept checking and writing feedback to study support and guided inquiry • Compare tutor designs across disciplines and course contexts • Discuss strategies for communicating your tutor’s purpose and boundaries to students • Explore advanced Cogniti features that expand what your tutor can do This session is designed for instructors who have completed Cogniti Onboarding or already have a tutor deployed and are ready to take it further. More CTSI Cogniti Programming (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-genai/genai-programming/)
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/customizing-cogniti-aligning-for-different-learning-goals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
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SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T171803Z
CREATED:20260620T220727Z
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UID:10009246-1782216600-1782219600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Cogniti Onboarding: Setting Up Your AI Tool for Student Use
DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Derek Hunt\, Educational Developer\, Teaching\, Learning\, and Technology\, CTSIVictoria Sheldon\, Educational Developer\, Teaching\, Learning\, and Technology\, CTSI Cogniti is U of T’s platform for building course-specific AI tutors: grounded in your content\, aligned with your pedagogy\, and deployed directly in Quercus. In this session\, we will walk you through everything you need to get your tutor up and running\, including how to: • Define a purpose and pedagogical role for your AI tutor • Learn about the safety guardrails already built in Cogniti and how to include your own. • Craft an effective system prompt that guides your tutor’s tone\, scope\, and responses • Upload and integrate your own course materials to ground your tutor in your content • Leave with a working tutor draft ready for further refinement or deployment No prior experience with Cogniti is required: this session is designed for instructors who are just getting started. More CTSI Cogniti Programming (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-genai/genai-programming/)
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/cogniti-onboarding-setting-up-your-ai-tool-for-student-use/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T120000
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CREATED:20260528T154806Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Student Stressors: A Workshop for Teaching Assistants and new faculty (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/understanding-student-stressors-a-workshop-for-teaching-assistants-and-new-faculty-in-person/
LOCATION:Name: Blackburn Room\nAddress: 130 St. George St.\nToronto\nON
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20260114T173753Z
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SUMMARY:UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility: Organization
DESCRIPTION:Looking for simple\, high-impact ways to make your course materials more accessible and welcoming? Join us for UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility\, a hands-on summer webinar series designed to support small\, meaningful improvements in digital course content. This four-part series introduces the MOVE framework—Meaning\, Organization\, Versatility\, and Engagement—as a set of purpose-first design checks that help reduce common barriers to learning. Rather than focusing on tools alone\, MOVE invites instructors to reflect on design intent and make one practical improvement to their course materials that can be applied immediately. Each 30-minute session focuses on one element of the MOVE framework\, with examples drawn from Word documents\, PowerPoint slides\, and Quercus course spaces. Sessions combine brief demonstrations with guided time to work on participants’ own materials\, so you leave having made a real accessibility improvement—not just with ideas for later. Whether you’re revising a course syllabus\, refreshing lecture slides\, or preparing Quercus materials\, this series offers approachable strategies that support accessibility and inclusion for a wide range of learners. Session Schedule and Topics• Meaning: Make intent clear. Focus on clarity and purpose through descriptive links\, meaningful alt text\, plain language\, and captions or transcripts that add context. (Thursday\, May 28\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6504))• Organization: Make the structure obvious. Use built-in heading styles\, chunking\, true lists\, and clear page or module overviews to support navigation and comprehension. (Thursday\, June 11\, 11:30 am to 12 pm)• Versatility: Make materials work across contexts. Check contrast\, captions\, file formats\, and mobile usability so course materials function well across devices\, tools\, and learning environments. (Thursday\, June 25\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6508))• Engagement: Make learning welcoming and motivating. Incorporate inclusive examples\, small choices\, and brief reflection prompts that invite participation and support learner connection. (Thursday\, July 9\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6509)) Learning Outcomes By the end of this series\, participants will be able to: • Identify four key design checks for accessible and inclusive course materials using the MOVE framework. • Apply quick\, high-impact improvements to digital content in Word\, PowerPoint\, and Quercus. • Make purposeful design decisions in course materials that reduce barriers and support learner engagement. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/udl-express-move-into-accessibility-organization/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233320Z
UID:10009199-1781013600-1781017200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-17/
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T164805Z
CREATED:20260509T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T164805Z
UID:10009242-1780912800-1780920000@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Universal Design for Learning and Educational Technology for Engagement (Online)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/universal-design-for-learning-and-educational-technology-for-engagement-online-3/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260602T161808Z
CREATED:20260508T153309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T161808Z
UID:10009241-1780650000-1780660800@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Microteaching (Online)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/microteaching-online-45/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20260303T223316Z
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UID:10009232-1780056000-1780059600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Making Course Improvement Visible: Student Feedback & Documenting Instructor Growth
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Haley Zubyk\, Assistant Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Human Biology ProgramEnd-of-term course evaluations are valuable\, but they often arrive too late to support the students currently in your classroom\, and they rarely provide the kind of specific\, actionable insight that helps you refine course design in real time. In large classes\, especially\, it can be difficult to hear from a broad range of student voices and to translate feedback into changes that are both feasible and transparent.This session will focus on practical\, scalable approaches for gathering student feedback throughout the term to improve both your course and the student experience. Topics will include designing effective mid-course feedback (what to ask and how to implement it)\, using student advisory boards to better understand student needs\, and collecting structured student reflections on how learning outcomes were achieved (or not) and how course elements like assessments and tutorials supported learning. We’ll also explore “class reaction” surveys that can be deployed quickly to check clarity of expectations\, support new activities\, and identify confusion before it becomes frustration.Participants will leave with a set of ready-to-use strategies for collecting feedback in ways that build trust and transparency\, along with guidance on how to document and use this feedback for professional development. We’ll discuss how these data and insights can support reflective teaching practice\, inform iterative course improvements\, and provide additional sources of concrete evidence for teaching dossiers\, awards\, PTR\, and other demonstrations of teaching effectiveness.Our faculty facilitators in this lunch series have completed 25 modules and earned the Certificate in Effective University Instruction offered by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) in partnership with CTSI. Learn more about the ACUE Lunch and Learn Series (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/acue-lunch-and-learn/).    Series Description: Join U of T faculty graduates of the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) Effective Teaching Practices course (ACUE-Certified Faculty) as they share insights from the 25 modules they completed over several months. They implemented\, reimagined\, and extended evidence-based teaching practices to support their teaching\, learning and student success at U of T. This Series invites participants to hear from these instructors: their reflections upon what they have learned\, and practical examples and tips informed by evidence-based strategies. Facilitators will engage in discussions on sharing these approaches into one’s current practice.  
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/making-course-improvement-visible-student-feedback-documenting-instructor-growth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20260113T173623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233320Z
UID:10009204-1779967800-1779969600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility: Meaning
DESCRIPTION:Looking for simple\, high-impact ways to make your course materials more accessible and welcoming? Join us for UDL Express: MOVE into Accessibility\, a hands-on summer webinar series designed to support small\, meaningful improvements in digital course content. This four-part series introduces the MOVE framework—Meaning\, Organization\, Versatility\, and Engagement—as a set of purpose-first design checks that help reduce common barriers to learning. Rather than focusing on tools alone\, MOVE invites instructors to reflect on design intent and make one practical improvement to their course materials that can be applied immediately. Each 30-minute session focuses on one element of the MOVE framework\, with examples drawn from Word documents\, PowerPoint slides\, and Quercus course spaces. Sessions combine brief demonstrations with guided time to work on participants’ own materials\, so you leave having made a real accessibility improvement—not just with ideas for later. Whether you’re revising a course syllabus\, refreshing lecture slides\, or preparing Quercus materials\, this series offers approachable strategies that support accessibility and inclusion for a wide range of learners. Session Schedule and Topics • Meaning: Make intent clear. Focus on clarity and purpose through descriptive links\, meaningful alt text\, plain language\, and captions or transcripts that add context. (Thursday\, May 28\, 11:30 am to 12 pm)• Organization: Make the structure obvious. Use built-in heading styles\, chunking\, true lists\, and clear page or module overviews to support navigation and comprehension. (Thursday\, June 11\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6507))• Versatility: Make materials work across contexts. Check contrast\, captions\, file formats\, and mobile usability so course materials function well across devices\, tools\, and learning environments. (Thursday\, June 25\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6508)) • Engagement: Make learning welcoming and motivating. Incorporate inclusive examples\, small choices\, and brief reflection prompts that invite participation and support learner connection. (Thursday\, July 9\, 11:30 am to 12 pm (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6509)) Learning Outcomes By the end of this series\, participants will be able to: • Identify four key design checks for accessible and inclusive course materials using the MOVE framework. • Apply quick\, high-impact improvements to digital content in Word\, PowerPoint\, and Quercus. • Make purposeful design decisions in course materials that reduce barriers and support learner engagement. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/udl-express-move-into-accessibility-meaning/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233320Z
UID:10009198-1779804000-1779807600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T153311Z
CREATED:20260421T140547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T153311Z
UID:10009239-1779361200-1779368400@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Online First Contract Training: All Disciplines
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/online-first-contract-training-all-disciplines-17/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233320Z
UID:10009197-1778594400-1778598000@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260507T153357Z
CREATED:20260411T134804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T153357Z
UID:10009238-1778508000-1778515200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Online First Contract Training: All Disciplines
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/online-first-contract-training-all-disciplines-16/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233320Z
CREATED:20260317T233259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233320Z
UID:10009235-1778160600-1778162400@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:GenAI Dialogue with Gabriel Eidelman: Promoting Transparent AI Use in a Professional Graduate Program
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Gabriel Eidelman\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy and Institute for Management & Innovation | Director\, Urban Policy Lab GenAI Dialogues are informal\, 30-minute online sessions where U of T instructors and staff share how they are navigating generative AI in their teaching and learning contexts. Building on discussions from the GenAI Reading Group (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-genai/genai-programming/#reading-group)\, each session features a colleague sharing their experience around a particular theme\, followed by open dialogue on what’s working\, what’s uncertain\, and what we’re considering next.In This Session: Professor Gabriel Eidelman will share how the principle of radical transparency has reshaped his approach to AI disclosure in the graduate classroom. He will share his thoughts on how students can take ownership of AI-assisted work\, with a focus on verification\, accountability\, and demonstrating responsibility for information: skills that are crucial in many future professional contexts.How to Participate: • Use the Teams Meeting link shared in your EVE registration to join• All levels of familiarity with and viewpoints on GenAI are welcome – feel free to bring your questions\, experiences\, and perspectives• To stay connected\, join the CTSI GenAI in Teaching and Learning Commons Teams Channel to hear about future sessions and ongoing discussions: Open Microsoft Teams → “Join or create a team” → “Join a team with a code” → Enter code: 5uztctq
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/genai-dialogue-with-gabriel-eidelman-promoting-transparent-ai-use-in-a-professional-graduate-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009196-1777384800-1777388400@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20260317T233259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009234-1777377600-1777381200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Active Learning: From Exploration to Application
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Maher Elshakankiri\, Assistant Professor\, Teaching Stream and Director\, Bachelor of Information (BI) Program\, Faculty of Information Building socio-intercultural inclusion into active learning can strengthen both engagement and rigour\, especially when students are guided from lived experience into disciplinary thinking. This session presents an ACUE-informed approach to designing inclusive in-class activities that begin with culturally grounded exploration and move through a structured learning cycle toward analysis\, creation\, and assessment-ready outcomes. A brief case example from an introductory programming course will illustrate how a simple\, familiar activity can surface diverse perspectives and support students in translating them into formal disciplinary work such as rules\, models\, arguments\, or design artifacts. The session emphasizes a transferable design pattern grounded in ACUE practices: moving from exploration to formalization to application\, clarifying expectations through transparent criteria\, and using structured peer feedback to strengthen learning and equity. Common implementation challenges in diverse classrooms will be addressed\, including group dynamics\, participation norms\, and communication norms and constraints. The approach is framed for cross-disciplinary adaptation across teaching contexts\, class sizes\, and modalities. Participants will leave with adaptable prompts\, a peer-feedback checklist\, an implementation checklist for clarity and inclusion\, and a curated set of ACUE-aligned resources to support sustained use and evaluation. Our faculty facilitators in this lunch series have completed 25 modules and earned the Certificate in Effective University Instruction offered by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) in partnership with CTSI. Learn more about the ACUE Lunch and Learn Series (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/acue-lunch-and-learn/).    Series Description: Join U of T faculty graduates of the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) Effective Teaching Practices course (ACUE-Certified Faculty) as they share insights from the 25 modules they completed over several months. They implemented\, reimagined\, and extended evidence-based teaching practices to support their teaching\, learning and student success at U of T. This Series invites participants to hear from these instructors: their reflections upon what they have learned\, and practical examples and tips informed by evidence-based strategies. Facilitators will engage in discussions on sharing these approaches into one’s current practice.  
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/culturally-responsive-active-learning-from-exploration-to-application/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20250915T193313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009150-1777032600-1777035600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Reconciliation in Practice: A Learning Community for Faculty and Staff
DESCRIPTION:The Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation’s Reconciliation in Practice: A Learning Community for Faculty and Staff is a monthly professional learning series that offers a reflective and supportive space for faculty and staff who wish to engage more meaningfully with reconciliation in their teaching\, research\, service\, and daily practices. Each month\, participants are introduced to a concrete\, accessible strategy drawn from reconciliation-focused resources and scholarship. These strategies guide reflection and action\, encouraging participants to explore their roles\, responsibilities\, and relationships within the university context. Sessions are designed to be accessible and action-oriented. Participants will explore themes such as learning Indigenous histories\, building respectful relationships\, challenging colonial habits\, and integrating reconciliation into their professional and personal lives. While all are welcome\, the series is especially supportive of non-Indigenous faculty and staff who are seeking to build understanding\, reflect with humility\, and take ongoing action in respectful and responsible ways. This is a reflective\, supportive\, and non-judgmental space where members commit to learning with humility and taking responsibility for their part in reconciliation. Learning Outcomes By participating in this community\, members will: • Engage with reconciliation as an ongoing personal and professional practice grounded in Indigenous- and settler-informed perspectives. • Reflect critically and honestly on their roles and responsibilities within academic and institutional contexts. • Apply selected reconciliation strategies to their own contexts (e.g.\, teaching\, collaboration\, governance\, mentorship). • Build capacity for relational accountability\, humility\, and allyship in their work. • Participate in a community of practice that encourages sustained\, collective\, and evolving learning. Community Commitments This community supports faculty and staff in approaching reconciliation as a long-term relational process\, not as a checklist. We agree to approach this work with: • Humility: recognizing what we don’t know and being open to discomfort • Accountability: taking responsibility for our learning and action • Respect: for Indigenous perspectives\, for one another\, and for the land • Reflection: not only on what we learn\, but how we carry it forward We understand that reconciliation involves both inner work and outward change—in our classrooms\, committees\, collaborations\, and beyond. Upcoming Sessions The Reconciliation in Practice community meets on the last Friday of the month from 12:10 pm to 1 pm. Upcoming 2025–26 dates include: • September 26\, 2025 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6026) • October 31\, 2025 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6027) • November 28\, 2025 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6028) • January 30\, 2026 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6029) • February 27\, 2026 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6030) • March 27\, 2026 (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6032) • April 24\, 2026 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/reconciliation-in-practice-a-learning-community-for-faculty-and-staff-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T142018Z
CREATED:20260324T130555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T142018Z
UID:10009237-1776938400-1776949200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Course Instructor Training Camp – April 2026 (Online)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/course-instructor-training-camp-april-2026-online/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T142300Z
CREATED:20260323T130313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T142300Z
UID:10009236-1776866400-1776870000@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building Trust Through Transparent AI Communication
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/building-trust-through-transparent-ai-communication-2/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T121000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009195-1776773400-1776776400@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Building Trust Through Transparent AI Communication
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Victoria Sheldon\, Educational Developer\, Teaching\, Learning and Technology\, CTSI As AI tools become part of everyday practices\, clear communication about responsible AI use in your course becomes an important consideration. Grounded in the University of Toronto AI Task Force’s principles (https://ai.utoronto.ca/u-of-t-ai-task-force/report/)\, this session takes a pedagogy-driven approach to articulating AI expectations that build trust and transparency between instructors and students. In this session\, you will explore how to: • Develop syllabus statements and assignment instructions that clearly communicate when\, why\, and how AI can (or cannot) be used • Align AI policies with your learning objectives while acknowledging the realities students face • Navigate common questions and challenging conversations about AI use in your classroom • Create frameworks for ongoing dialogue rather than one-time policy statements This session provides practical strategies for communicating AI expectations in ways that support student learning. Whether you are developing your AI communication approach or refining existing strategies\, we will explore how transparent communication about GenAI serves both pedagogical goals and student development\, helping learners build critical judgment about appropriate resource use.  
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/building-trust-through-transparent-ai-communication/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20250915T193306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009145-1776695400-1776697200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:UDL Conversation with Caylen Heckel
DESCRIPTION:Caylen Heckel\, Assistant Professor\, Art History\, Department of Visual Studies\, University of Toronto Mississauga Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-udl/) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible\, inclusive\, and usable methods\, materials\, and environments that reduce learning barriers and welcome learner variability. The UDL Conversations Series (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-udl/udl-programming/udl-conversations/) highlights practices and considerations from U of T staff and instructors. Come chat with and learn from our community in fostering accessible and inclusive teaching and learning for all. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/udl-conversation-with-caylen-heckel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20251231T172106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009194-1776175200-1776178800@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Getting started with Generative AI Tools at U of T
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools.Focus:
Our primary goal is to familiarize you with how to access and use generative AI tools in a secure and responsible manner. We’ll guide you through logging in with privacy protections in place and compare the differences between the various technologies.What to Expect:• A comparison of the various approved generative AI tools at the University of Toronto.• A walkthrough of the secure login process for accessing U of T–approved generative AI tools.• Live demonstrations of key features across various generative AI platforms.• Open Q&A to address your questions\, concerns\, or ideas.Drop in anytime between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM—stay for a few minutes or the full session!Don’t miss this chance to explore how approved generative AI tools can support your day-to-day work and enrich your teaching and research. We look forward to helping you confidently engage with these innovative tools.
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/getting-started-with-generative-ai-tools-at-u-of-t-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T134821Z
CREATED:20260311T213418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T134821Z
UID:10009233-1775811600-1775822400@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Microteaching (Online)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/microteaching-online-44/
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20260211T201645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009219-1775734200-1775736000@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:GenAI Dialogue with Nirusha Thavarajah: GenAI Approaches in Lab-Based Courses
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Nirusha Thavarajah\, Associate Professor\, Teaching Stream\, Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences\, UTSCGenAI Dialogues are informal\, 30-minute online sessions where U of T instructors and staff share how they are navigating generative AI in their teaching and learning contexts. Building on discussions from the GenAI Reading Group (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-genai/genai-programming/#reading-group)\, each session features a colleague sharing their experience around a particular theme\, followed by open dialogue on what’s working\, what’s uncertain\, and what we’re considering next.In this session: Professor Nirusha Thavarajah will share her approaches to navigating generative AI in lab-based science courses. She will discuss her development of an AI-resistant lab report structure\, alongside an AI-integrated concept map activity that strategically leverages AI tools. Professor Thavarajah will also reflect on how these GenAI considerations have shaped her broader course design and instructor-student communication decisions.How to Participate: • Bring your thoughts and questions – all perspectives and levels of GenAI experience welcome• Use the Teams Meeting link shared in your EVE registration• Want to stay connected? Join the CTSI GenAI in Teaching and Learning Commons Teams Channel to hear about future sessions and ongoing discussions: Open Microsoft Teams → “Join or create a team” → “Join a team with a code” → Enter code: 5uztctq Other GenAI Dialogue Series events: • GenAI Dialogue with Rahul Bhat: GenAI and Supporting Student Learning (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/6386)\, March 6\, 11:30am-12pm 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/genai-dialogue-with-nirusha-thavarajah-genai-approaches-in-lab-based-courses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20250915T193313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009148-1775480400-1775487600@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Demystifying the Dossier: Preparing the Teaching Dossier
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview of the teaching dossier and offers strategies for preparing a coherent\, well-evidenced document for formal review (e.g.\, tenure or continuing status). Participants will map out dossier components\, connect them through a reflective narrative\, and engage with divisional guidelines to guide the structure of their dossiers. Learning Outcomes Participants will be able to: • Identify the core components and structure of a teaching dossier • Align dossier content with divisional guidelines on teaching effectiveness • Frame evidence of teaching and leadership in alignment with personal values • Plan steps to develop\, edit\, and refine a dossier for review Upcoming Sessions This session is part of Reflection in Practice\, a four-part series inviting faculty to explore how reflection can serve as a foundation for effective\, evidence-informed\, and values-driven teaching. Participants will engage with structured reflection strategies to deepen their understanding of their own teaching\, prepare strong teaching statements and dossiers\, and cultivate meaningful feedback cultures in their coursework. Sessions are interactive and cumulative\, but faculty are welcome to attend individual workshops that align with their interests or needs. • Feedback on the Fly: Creating a Feedback Culture in your Teaching (October 30\, 2025) (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/5971) – Explore strategies for building a sustainable culture of feedback in your courses\, including approaches to gathering and responding to student input in ways that support learning and inform your teaching practice. • Reflective Educator as Leader: Reflective Practices for Values-Driven Teaching (December 9\, 2025) (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/5972) – Connect your core teaching values to your leadership in the classroom\, curriculum\, and community\, and learn strategies for framing this work in teaching. • Demystifying the Dossier: Drafting Your Statement of Teaching Philosophy (February 19\, 2026) (https://ctsi.eve.utoronto.ca/home/events/5973) – Learn how to craft a clear\, evidence-informed Statement of Teaching Philosophy that conveys your values\, practices\, and impact. • Demystifying the Dossier: Preparing the Teaching Dossier (April 6\, 2026) – Get an overview of dossier structure and strategies for creating a coherent\, well-supported document for tenure or continuing status review. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/demystifying-the-dossier-preparing-the-teaching-dossier-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260402T131832Z
CREATED:20260209T161751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T131832Z
UID:10009216-1775142000-1775149200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Teaching Tkaronto: Local and Land-Based Classroom Teaching
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/teaching-tkaronto-local-and-land-based-classroom-teaching/
LOCATION:Name: Blackburn Room\nAddress: 130 St. George St.\nToronto\nON
CATEGORIES:Teaching Assistants' Training Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260319T233319Z
CREATED:20250915T193313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T233319Z
UID:10009149-1775129400-1775131200@teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:UDL Conversation with Adriana Grimaldi
DESCRIPTION:Adriana Grimaldi\, Acting Senior Educational Developer\, RGASC\, Sessional Lecturer\, Italian Studies and Education Studies\, Department of Language Studies\, University of Toronto Mississauga  Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-udl/) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible\, inclusive\, and usable methods\, materials\, and environments that reduce learning barriers and welcome learner variability. The UDL Conversations Series (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/teaching-uoft-udl/udl-programming/udl-conversations/) highlights practices and considerations from U of T staff and instructors. Come chat with and learn from our community in fostering accessible and inclusive teaching and learning for all. 
URL:https://teachingdev.lamp4.utoronto.ca/event/udl-conversation-with-adriana-grimaldi/
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