HIGHLIGHTS

Teaching and Learning Innovations Conference Concludes

Celebrating 25 years of the Teaching and Learning Innovations (TLI) Conference at University of Guelph, Julia Christensen Hughes, CME Dean introduces this year's theme and keynote speaker.   PODCASTS are still available You are invited to view our series of interviews with Guelph's 3M Teaching Award Fellows. We conclude our series with Alastair Summerlee, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Guelph.

10th Annual Course reDesign Institute, June 4-7, 2012
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LEARNING CIRCLES *

TOTE (Teaching on the Edge) On-going Learning Circle discussion group where interested faculty share innovative teaching methods and philosophies, and explore ways to garner support for "on the edge" ideas.
All sessions are in the Teaching Resource Centre, Rm 125 Day Hall, 11:30 -1:00.

None scheduled at the time.

* new members are welcome at any of the TSS Learning Circle discussion. Click on date to register.

D2L SUPPORT

CourseLink Starter Kit
Everything you need to know to get your CourseLink online course up and running in one quick session!
Wed. June 13 9:30-11:00 | Tues. July 10 9:30-11:00 | Thurs. August 16 10:30 - noon

Beyond CourseLink Basics: Exploring Customization
Learn how to build dynamic and visually engaging online learning spaces using the tools available to you in your CourseLink.
Wed. June 20 10:00-11:00 | Wed. July 11 10:00-11:00

Quizzing with CourseLink
A brief discussion focusing on pedagogically effective use of Quizzing followed by hands-on practical quiz creation.
Thurs. June 21 10:00-noon

Regular Drop-in Clinics (TSS Learning Technology Lab (200-A in the Library)

D2L Telephone Support Line - x-52530, Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30

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Archive

We are now the Cente for Open Learning and Educational Support

Starting in September, Teaching Support Services (TSS) and the Office of Open Learning (OOL) and Teaching Support Services (TSS), have merged into the Centre for Open Learning and Educational Support.

Article on the merger in At Guelph | Community Updates for COLES

First-Year Seminars Making a Comeback

The University of Guelph will bring back its popular first-year seminars program in the fall.

The program — suspended two years ago because of inadequate funding — will return with support from a number of donors, including major gifts from the U of G Alumni Association and from Tye Burt, vice-chair of the Board of Governors and chair of the University’s Better Planet fundraising campaign.

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TSS News: New Initiatives Receive Funding

Prof. Jeji Varghese, Sociology and Anthropology, has been awarded the first-ever grant from the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SOTL) Fund, administered by the AVPA's office and directly supported by TSS/COLES.

Ann Wilson & Don Bruce of the College of Arts, Mark Fortier, School of English and Theatre Studies and TSS submitted a SUCCESSFUL proposal for LEF Funding of a new initiative.

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University News Release: CSA Names Top Teachers

Biomedical sciences professor Bettina Kalisch and German-language professor Ruediger Mueller have received 2011 Teaching Excellence Awards from the University of Guelph's Central Student Association (CSA). History professor Jacqueline Murray received honourable mention.
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TSS and OOL combining as one entity

Read the PDF announcement by Serge Desmarais (Associate VP, Academic). For further information, contact Peter Wolf (Director, OOL/TSS)

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Faculty Focusing on Research, Study Finds

University professors believe research provides a bigger payoff than teaching for enhancing their reputation, garnering respect from their peers and obtaining funding, according to a research study lead by former TSS director, Frederick Evers.

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Successful SoTL Event

Our Annual Celebration of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning on Campus held October 21,2010 honouring individuals actively promoting SoTL at the UofG. Find out more.