The Teaching Development Series is designed to support graduate students and Teaching Assistants (TAs) as they build confidence, competence, and a reflective teaching practice. This series offers a combination of practical skill-building workshops, peer learning opportunities, and platforms to showcase and celebrate teaching. Whether you are stepping into the classroom for the first time or preparing to take on more independent instructional roles, these sessions provide foundational tools, strategies, and community connections to support your growth as an educator.
Transitioning from TA to TF
Facilitator: Paul Akpomuje; Ahmed Ismaiel
Date and Time: Thursday, August 27
1:00 - 2:30pm
Location: ONLINE
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This session supports graduate students moving from a Teaching Assistant (TA) role to a Teaching Fellow (TF) or instructor role. Participants will explore the shifting responsibilities, expectations, and identity that come with increased instructional autonomy. Topics include course planning, student communication, managing expectations in the classroom, and navigating common challenges in leading a course.
Surviving Your First Tutorial
Facilitator: Jessie Hendriks; Poonyawee Jirarattanawan
Date and Time: Wednesday, September 9
11:00am - 12:30pm
Location: In-Person
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New to leading tutorials? This session introduces the BOPPPS model (Bridge-in, Objectives, Pre-assessment, Participatory Learning, Post-assessment, Summary) as a practical framework for structuring engaging and effective tutorial sessions. Participants will learn how to design interactive lessons, facilitate discussions, and key strategies to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
Lesson Planning and Instruction 101
Facilitator: Ahmed Ismaiel; Poonyawee Jirarattanawan; Yunyi Chen
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 6
10:00 – 11:30am
Location: In-Person
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This foundational workshop introduces key principles of lesson planning and instructional design. Participants will learn how to align learning outcomes with activities and assessments, structure clear and engaging lessons, and apply evidence-informed teaching strategies. Ideal for those new to teaching or looking to strengthen their instructional approach.
GenAI for Teaching Assistants
Facilitator: Ahmed Ismaiel; Jessie Hendriks; Poonyawee Jirarattanawan; Yasmine Djerbal
Date and Time: Wednesday, November 11
2:00 – 3:30pm
Location: In-Person
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Teaching in the age of AI raises important questions about academic integrity, equitable assessment, and what it means to support student learning when powerful AI tools are just a browser tab away. This workshop is designed to help you engage those questions thoughtfully and practically. In this hands-on session, you'll explore Queen's institutional policies governing its use in academic contexts and engage critically about what GenAI means for your role as an educator, a grader, a discussion facilitator, and a graduate student navigating these tools yourself.