The following resources and support are offered by the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning in support of course transformation at NIU.
Assistance for faculty who voluntarily seek to improve their teaching and those faculty who are directed by their academic units to seek teaching-related assistance from CITL.
Individualized supportWide variety of programs are offered on topics related to teaching, inclusive instruction, and instructional use of technology.
Upcoming Programs Program HistoryFaculty members who participate explore and implement research-based approaches to teaching designed to improve student engagement and persistence and promote deeper learning.
ACUE ProgramEducation and training programs that supports equity-minded practice, uses data to build an inclusive community and closes academic equity gaps for underrepresented populations.
ADEI Education and TrainingPartnerships provides much more support than an individualized consultation, over a more extended period of time.
Course Design PartnershipsCITL consultant observes faculty teaching in the classroom, analyzes related activities, and provides feedback for improvement.
Classroom ObservationsSmall groups of faculty who meet regularly throughout the semester or year about a specific topic related to teaching and learning.
Faculty Learning CommunitiesExcellent tool for recording short studio style lectures, designed to run with minimal staff support and minimal configuration
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