Upcoming Events
The Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) provides free in-person and online workshops and events for UBC graduate students, instructors, faculty and staff. Never miss an upcoming event, sign up for the monthly CTLT events newsletter.
2026 Graduate Students in Teaching Conference
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- Online
This conference is an opportunity for graduate students to focus on the present and future role of graduate students in teaching: graduate students teaching now, as well as graduate students as future faculty.
Upcoming Dates - "2026 Graduate Students in Teaching Conference"
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- May 5, 2026
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- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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- Date/Time
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- May 6, 2026
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- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Building Capacity for the IBPOC Teaching and Learning Community: Celebrating Little Transformations as a Bridge Towards Large-Scale Change
- Session Format:
- In-Person
This installment of Building Capacity is focused on sharing and storytelling around “little transformations” regarding anti-racist strategizing, teaching and learning, and/or cultural change across departments, faculties and institutions.
Upcoming Dates - "Building Capacity for the IBPOC Teaching and Learning Community: Celebrating Little Transformations as a Bridge Towards Large-Scale Change"
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- In-person
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- May 5, 2026
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- 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Facilitators
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Renata Hall
Educational Consultant, Anti-Racist Teaching and Learning, CTLT -
Daniel Gallardo
Graduate Student Facilitator, Classroom Climate Equity and Inclusion, CTLT -
Lauren Casey
Educational Consultant, Anti-Racist and Indigenous Initiatives, CTLT
Journeys in Teaching Innovation: Faculty and Instructor Stories of Idea to Impact Panel
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- Online
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Ever wonder what it takes to turn a promising idea into meaningful teaching innovation? This panel explores the journey from initial concept to impact on student learning.
Drawing on experiences at UBC, panelists will share practical insights and examples to support faculty and instructors looking to move their ideas forward.
Upcoming Dates - "Journeys in Teaching Innovation: Faculty and Instructor Stories of Idea to Impact Panel"
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- Online
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- May 6, 2026
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- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Students in healthcare, social services, and legal fields will often work with clients who speak little or no English. Yet many trainees receive little preparation on how to communicate effectively across language barriers. This session introduces practical strategies for working with professional interpreters in real-world settings.
Upcoming Dates - "Working with Interpreters: A Practical Skill for Future Professionals"
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- Online
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- May 6, 2026
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- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Facilitators
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Young Joe
Certified Interpreter, Translator, Language Access Consultant, PhD Student, Women+ and Children's Health Sciences
Learn about the exciting projects funded by the TLEF and ALT-2040 grants, and the impact of those projects on innovative teaching and student learning.
Upcoming Dates - "2026 TLEF and ALT-2040 Virtual Showcase Event"
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- Online
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- May 7, 2026
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- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Facilitators
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Jeff Miller
Senior Associate Director, Projects and Faculty Partnerships, CTLT -
Kirsten Bennett
Senior Manager, Strategic Projects, Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBCO
This three-hour online workshop invites educators to explore how meaningful change in teaching can emerge through collaborative growth. Designed for those new to Team-Based Learning (TBL) or curious about active learning and flipped classrooms, the session provides a hands-on introduction to the core structure, sequence, and benefits of TBL.
Upcoming Dates - "Cultivating Learning Communities: Introduction to Team-Based Learning"
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- Online
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- May 7, 2026
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- 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Facilitators
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Richard Plunkett
Associate Professor of Teaching & President of the Team-Based Learning Collaborative, Biology, Science, UBCO -
Neal Carter
Professor of Political Science & President-elect of the Team-Based Learning Collaborative, History, Geography and Political Science, Arts, Brigham Young University Idaho
African international students contribute significantly to Canadian universities but often face complex transitional challenges that affect their academic success and wellbeing. Drawing on a systematic literature review and professional practice, this session explores key factors shaping these transitions and highlights equity-oriented, culturally responsive strategies that help students.
Upcoming Dates - "Supporting African Scholars in Transition: Insights for an Inclusive UBC"
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- Online
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- May 8, 2026
- Time
- 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Facilitators
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Toyosi Bamgboye
Program Advisor (Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program), ISD
Digital platforms are ubiquitous with students today, expecting and relying on tools such as hybrid learning models, messaging apps, and games. Social media uses distractions specifically to promote engagement in content, which offers a potential wealth of untapped pedagogy if used appropriately in the classroom. This interactive presentation will describe a pilot lecture using techniques inspired by split-screen content, the impact, and student feedback of this intervention to improve student engagement.
Upcoming Dates - "Social-media Inspired Visual Distractions during Lecture"
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- Online
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- May 8, 2026
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- 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Facilitators
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Maia Davey
Graduate Student, Pharmaceutical Sciences -
Jason Min
Associate Professor of Teaching, Pharmaceutical Sciences
This course is designed primarily for UBC faculty, though educational support staff are also welcome to attend. Discover how generative AI is transforming higher education and learn how to thoughtfully integrate these tools into your teaching. In this two-week, fully online course, you’ll explore the fundamentals of AI, examine its impact on assessment and academic (more…)
Upcoming Dates - "GenAI in Teaching and Learning: A Two-Week Online Intensive Course"
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- Asynchronous Canvas Course (Self-Paced)
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- May 11, 2026 - May 26, 2026
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- 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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- Zoom: Let's Connect!
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- May 11, 2026
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- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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- Zoom: Synthesize and Share
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- May 26, 2026
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- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Facilitators
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Lucas Wright
Senior Educational Consultant, CTLT -
Afsaneh Sharif
Senior Project Manager/Faculty Liaison, CTLT
Protected: Introduction to Accessibility
- Session Format:
- Online
- Series:
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Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop: May 2026
- Session Format:
- In-Person
For a workshop overview, eligibility requirements, and how to apply, please visit this page. (more…)
Upcoming Dates - "Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop: May 2026"
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- May 12, 2026
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- 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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- May 13, 2026
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- 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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- May 14, 2026
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- 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Designing Your Course with Accessibility in Mind
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- Online
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Do you want to learn practical tips for making your course more accessible? By proactively removing barriers and offering flexible options, you create a learning environment where all learners can thrive. Small design changes intended to support students with disabilities often end up benefiting every student in your course. This session explores accessible course design (more…)
Upcoming Dates - "Designing Your Course with Accessibility in Mind"
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- Online
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- May 13, 2026
- Time
- 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
Facilitators
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Bosung Kim
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT -
Namsook Jahng
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT -
Nicole Ronan
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT
Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – May 16, 23, 24 2026 (Sun., Sat., Sun.)
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- In-Person
This ISW is in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying here. Application for the WAITLIST of this ISW opens on April 3rd at 9:00 am and closes on May 13 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 - May 16, 23, 24 2026 (Sun., Sat., Sun.)"
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- Date/Time
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- May 16, 2026
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- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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- Date/Time
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- May 23, 2026
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- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
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- Date/Time
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- May 24, 2026
- Time
- 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Protected: Cohort Lightning Talks
- Session Format:
- Online
- Series:
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GenAI and Open Educational Resources (OER) in Teaching and Learning
- Session Format:
- Online
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Join us for an interactive online workshop where we will explore the challenges, contradictions, and opportunities at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Open Educational Resources (OER). In this session we will discuss the potential of AI in generating dynamic content, including interactive textbooks, and its potential in developing open educational resources and practices. (more…)
Upcoming Dates - "GenAI and Open Educational Resources (OER) in Teaching and Learning"
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- Online
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- May 19, 2026
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- 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Facilitators
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Lucas Wright
Senior Educational Consultant, CTLT -
Will Engle
Strategist, Open Education Initiatives, CTLT