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Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop: February 2026 – Online

Session Format:
Online

For a workshop overview, eligibility requirements, and how to apply, please visit this page. (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop: February 2026 - Online"

  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 17, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 18, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 19, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 20, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 3:00 pm

2026 H5P Symposium

Session Format:
Online

In 2026, the UBC H5P Symposium will be exploring the theme: Designing the Future of Interactive Learning: H5P, OER, and GenAI. Visit the UBC H5P Symposium website for more information. Active learning techniques are now seen as the gold standard in many classrooms (Freeman et al., 2014; Shi et al., 2019; Tutal & Yazar, 2022). (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "2026 H5P Symposium"

  • Online
    Date
    February 18, 2026 - February 19, 2026
    Time
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Facilitators

WordPress & Wiki Clinic

Session Format:
Online

The Drop-In Clinics are open for administrators of UBC weblogs or websites to get one-on-one support in WordPress and Wiki for Teaching and Learning or Administrative purposes. Participants should come prepared with a list of questions specific to their sites when attending this session. Specialists at the clinic will assist you in addressing and resolving (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "WordPress & Wiki Clinic"

  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 19, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    February 26, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    March 5, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    March 12, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    March 19, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    March 26, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    April 2, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    April 9, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Facilitators

Qualtrics Studio

Session Format:
Online

UBC supports the Qualtrics survey tool. Qualtrics is a powerful tool that offers UBC faculty, and staff new functionality in survey creation, data analysis, and reporting. Join us for the monthly Qualtrics studio virtual workshop and drop-in session. The session is geared towards UBC faculty and staff using Qualtrics as a teaching and research tool. (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Qualtrics Studio"

  • Online
    Date
    February 23, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 30, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 27, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 26, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Facilitators

Open UBC Working Group

Session Format:
Online

The Open UBC Working Group, which is composed of faculty, students, and staff, meets regularly to advise, communicate, and partner on open education and scholarship activities and projects happening at UBC. In addition to serving as a place of community for those interested in various areas of open scholarship, the working group develops projects and (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Open UBC Working Group"

  • Online
    Date
    February 23, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 30, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 27, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 25, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    June 29, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    July 27, 2026
    Time
    3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Facilitators

  • Will Engle
    Strategist, Open Education Initiatives, CTLT
  • Erin Fields
    Open Education and Scholarly Communications Librarian, UBC Library
  • Rie Namba
    Educational Resource Developer – Open Resources

Rethinking Assessment in the Age of Generative AI

Session Format:
Online

As generative AI changes how students learn, create, and show what they know, traditional assessment models need to adapt. This session explores how educators can redesign assessment practices to reflect the new realities of AI-enhanced learning. Rather than focusing on detection or prohibition, we will look at how to create assessments that support critical thinking, (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Rethinking Assessment in the Age of Generative AI"

  • Online
    Date
    February 24, 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Facilitators

Accessibility Drop-Ins

Session Format:
Online

Are you interested in making your course materials more accessible and barrier free for all learners? Join us for an informal drop-in where you can chat with accessibility consultants, educational designers, and colleagues about accessibility. The accessibility drop-ins are for anyone who is developing course content or open educational resources (OER) and who is curious (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Accessibility Drop-Ins"

  • Online
    Date
    February 24, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 10, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 24, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 7, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 21, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 5, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 19, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    June 2, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators

DIY Media Support Drop-In Sessions

Session Format:
Online
Series:

Are you working on a media project? Planning to produce video content for your course but don’t know where to start? UBC Studios is offering a drop-in media support session where professional media specialists are available to provide answers to your questions. If you are wondering: Where do I start? What resources are available on (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "DIY Media Support Drop-In Sessions"

  • Online
    Date
    February 25, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Online
    Date
    March 25, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Online
    Date
    April 29, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am

CTLT Indigenous Initiatives Virtual Coffee Hour – 2026

Session Format:
Online

We welcome you to attend one of CTLT Indigenous Initiatives’ monthly Virtual Coffee Hours. They are an informal space to connect with consultants on the team and other colleagues across the university. We are always excited to hear about a project you are working on or a new resource you found, peer-to-peer sharing is highly (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "CTLT Indigenous Initiatives Virtual Coffee Hour - 2026"

  • Online
    Date
    February 25, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 26, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Online
    Date
    April 23, 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 27, 2026
    Time
    11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Generative AI Studios

Session Format:
Online

These sixty minute, bi-monthly sessions – facilitated by Technologists Experts from LTIC – are designed for faculty and staff at UBC who are using, or thinking about using, Generative AI tools as part of their teaching, researching, or daily work. Each session is broken into 3 parts. First, a weekly insights presentation which will talk (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Generative AI Studios"

  • Online
    Date
    February 25, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 11, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    March 25, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 8, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 22, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 6, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 20, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    June 3, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators

Supporting and Scaffolding Students using Generative AI

Session Format:
Online

As generative AI tools become increasingly integrated into academic work, educators face both new challenges and opportunities. This interactive session will explore strategies for guiding students in the responsible and effective use of AI tools across disciplines. We will discuss how to scaffold student learning with AI, from ideation and research to writing and problem-solving, (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Supporting and Scaffolding Students using Generative AI"

  • Online
    Date
    February 26, 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Facilitators

Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier

Session Format:
Online

How can you demonstrate your teaching effectiveness in a dossier? In this session, we’ll explore the purpose of the ‘evidence of teaching effectiveness’ section, look at examples from different disciplines, and discuss strategies for presenting student feedback, peer reviews, and other forms of evidence. You’ll leave with practical ideas for framing a persuasive account of (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Presenting Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in a Dossier"

  • Online
    Date
    March 9, 2026
    Time
    11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Facilitators

Inclusive Teaching Exchange

Session Format:
Online

This informal conversation provides space to connect with your peers and to discuss your insights, bring questions and share your evolving understandings around inclusive teaching. Your CTLT facilitators will support your exploration of your insights, and share other resources to support you in your teaching journey. Prep-work for participants new to inclusive teaching If you (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Inclusive Teaching Exchange"

  • Online
    Date
    March 9, 2026
    Time
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Facilitators

Best Practices in Survey Design

Session Format:
Online

Evaluating and researching teaching and learning is an important endeavour. Choosing the right approach and tools is key to obtaining the evidence needed to assess the outcomes of a project and the impact of our teaching practices. While surveys are one of the most commonly used data collection methods, designing effective surveys that elicit useful (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Best Practices in Survey Design"

  • Online
    Date
    March 10, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:30 am

Facilitators

Making the Most of Student Experience of Instruction (SEoI): Understanding and Using Student Feedback

Session Format:
Online

Student Experience of Instruction (SEoI) surveys, often referred to as student evaluations, can feel daunting, especially for contract faculty navigating short-term appointments. This session is designed to demystify the SEI process at UBC and help you use student feedback as a tool for growth and reflection. We will walk through how SEIs are administered, what (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Making the Most of Student Experience of Instruction (SEoI): Understanding and Using Student Feedback"

  • Online
    Date
    March 19, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Facilitators

  • Judy Chan
    Faculty Associate, Faculty Liaison, Land and Food Systems
  • Sarika Bose
    Lecturer, English Language and Literature, Arts

Developing Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness: Organizing and Feedback

Session Format:
Online

If you’re preparing a teaching dossier, a strong “evidence of teaching effectiveness” section can highlight your impact and strengthen your case. This hands-on session gives you dedicated time to begin shaping that section. You’ll revisit examples, organize your own materials, and test out different ways of presenting your teaching effectiveness. Through peer discussion and feedback, (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Developing Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness: Organizing and Feedback"

  • Online
    Date
    March 25, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Facilitators

An Introduction to SoTL

Session Format:
Online

The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) uses systematic and methodological inquiry into teaching and learning (behaviours/practices, attitudes, and values) with the goal of improving teaching and learning by making findings public (Hutchings, & Shulman, 1999; Potter & Kustra, 2011). During this session, we will: Break down the definition of SoTL Explain how to start (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "An Introduction to SoTL"

  • Online
    Date
    April 15, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:30 am

Facilitators

Using GenAI to Articulate Your Teaching Approach

Session Format:
Online

Communicating your teaching identity—what drives you as an educator and how that shows up in your practice—can be unexpectedly challenging. Yet whether you’re preparing a dossier, applying for an award, or updating your website, being able to clearly express your approach to teaching is essential. This interactive online session explores how generative AI tools can (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Using GenAI to Articulate Your Teaching Approach"

  • Online
    Date
    April 21, 2026
    Time
    10:00 am - 11:00 am

Facilitators

  • Judy Chan
    Faculty Associate, Faculty Liaison, Land and Food Systems
  • Isabeau Iqbal
    Senior Educational Consultant: Educational Leadership, CTLT

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – April 21, 25, 26, May 2, 2026 (Tues., Sat., Sun., Sat.)

Session Format:
Online

This ISW is online. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying here. Application for the WAITLIST of this ISW opens on March 10th at 9:00 am and closes on April 29th at 4:30 pm. For this ISW you must be registered as a Graduate Student in Winter Session Term 2 (January (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop - April 21, 25, 26, May 2, 2026 (Tues., Sat., Sun., Sat.)"

  • Online
    Date
    April 21, 2026
    Time
    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 25, 2026
    Time
    9:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    April 26, 2026
    Time
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Online
    Date
    May 2, 2026
    Time
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Protected: Introduction to Universal Design for Learning

Session Format:
Online

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2026 Graduate Students in Teaching Conference

Session Format:
Online

This event is part of the 2026 Celebrate Learning Week, taking place from May 4 – 8, 2026. This Graduate Students in Teaching (GSiT) conference is a two-day annual conference that takes place during Celebrate Learning Week at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, BC. This conference is an opportunity for graduate students (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "2026 Graduate Students in Teaching Conference"

  • Date/Time
    Date
    May 5, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Date/Time
    Date
    May 6, 2026
    Time
    9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Protected: Introduction to Accessibility

Session Format:
Online

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Protected: Cohort Lightning Talks

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Online

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Classroom Evaluation and Research: Do I Need Ethics Approval?

Session Format:
Online

Many instructors are interested in evaluating their classroom practices, but there is often confusion about whether obtaining ethical approval by the Behavioural Research Ethics Board (BREB) is required. In this workshop, instructors will learn more about what type of classroom inquiry might require BREB review. This workshop will also detail the ethical considerations for conducting (more…)


Upcoming Dates - "Classroom Evaluation and Research: Do I Need Ethics Approval?"

  • Online
    Date
    July 7, 2026
    Time
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Facilitators

Protected: Cohort Meet Up – Check In

Session Format:
Online

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