Pro-D for Graduate Students

A collection of professional development opportunities and events for Graduate Students, including the Instructional Skills Workshop, the Graduate Certificate Program, Mentoring and Facilitation Workshops, as well as the Graduate Students in Teaching Mini Conference which takes place annually during February. For more info visit https://ctlt.ubc.ca/programs/graduate-student-ta-programs/

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – September 9, 11 & 16, 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • IN-PERSON
    September 11, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    September 16, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Event Description

This ISW is in-person. Please note that this is a weekday ISW on Monday and Wednesday. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the (more…)

Online Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – September 10, 14, 21 & 28, 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • ONLINE
    September 14, 2024
    9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • ONLINE
    September 21, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • ONLINE
    September 28, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Event Description

This ISW is online. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email (more…)

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – September 29, Oct 5, 6, 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • IN-PERSON
    September 29, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    October 5, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    October 6, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Event Description

This ISW is in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email (more…)

Foundations of Pedagogy: October-November 2024


Event Date & Time

  • Session 1
    October 1, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 2
    October 8, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 3
    October 15, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 4
    October 22, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 5
    October 29, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 6
    November 5, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 7
    November 19, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Session 8
    November 26, 2024
    2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Description

In-person Click “Register Now” to apply. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email by September 23, 2024. Application closes on September 16, 2024.  At the end of the one-term course, you will be able to use concepts in evidence-based teaching to effectively teach (more…)

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – October 12, 19 & 20, 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • IN-PERSON
    October 12, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    October 19, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    October 20, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Event Description

This ISW is in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email (more…)

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – October 26, November 2 & 3, 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • IN-PERSON
    October 26, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    November 2, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    November 3, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Event Description

This ISW is in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email (more…)

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – November 9, 16, 23 & 2024 (Preliminary Application)


Event Date & Time

  • IN-PERSON
    November 9, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    November 16, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • IN-PERSON
    November 23, 2024
    9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Event Description

This ISW is in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed.  If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email (more…)

Graduate Teaching Practicum: November 2024 – April 2025


Event Date & Time

  • Asynchronous Course Opens
    November 18, 2024
    8:00 am - 11:55 pm
  • Lesson Design Clinic
    December 5, 2024
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Teaching Portfolios Workshop
    January 9, 2025
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Introduction to Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Workshop
    February 6, 2025
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in Teaching Workshop
    March 6, 2025
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Final Reflections & Expert Panel Discussion
    April 3, 2025
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • All reflections, assignments, etc. due
    April 30, 2025
    8:00 am - 11:55 pm

Event Description

Online Click “Register Now” to apply for the Graduate Teaching Practicum. If you are a postdoctoral fellow, apply for the Postdoc Teaching Practicum. Application opens on August 26 and closes on October 28. Your application will be reviewed and if you are selected as a participant you will be contacted by email by November 4. (more…)