This calendar collects EdTech related events from around the Faculty and the University. You'll also see important deadlines for EdTech related funding. If you have any questions about this calendar, please contact the EdTech Office at fase.edtech@utoronto.ca.
For additional Teaching and Learning Events (that aren't related specifically to technology), please check CTSI's U of T Teaching and Learning Calendar.
Staring at a blank Quercus page? Having a hard time deciding what, if any, educational technology to integrate into your teaching? This online session will introduce participants to the Community of Inquiry (CoI) pedagogical framework, a research-based model used to guide the design of online learning environments. Through hands-on examples and discussions, participants will learn […]
About the Event Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming how students learn and produce work, raising urgent questions about how we design meaningful and fair assessments. This interactive workshop explores alternative approaches that move beyond simply “catching” AI use, instead focusing on fostering critical, authentic, and reflective learning. We’ll revisit the three purposes of assessment (of, for, and as learning) to […]
What is the ETO Studio? The ETO Studio is a multi-functional and accessible media production space where FASE instructors can collaborate with the ETO to produce high-quality educational content. Supporting various formats of presentation, our studio has specialized professional equipment, such as green screen, lightboard, video lights, cameras, microphones, drawing tablets etc. Come visit the […]
Session Description Millions of Canadian learners are affected by learning disabilities, yet these challenges often go misunderstood, leading to poorer educational outcomes and repeated negative experiences. This session will provide a brief overview of learning disabilities, how they commonly show up in classroom settings, and evidence-based strategies for supporting these learners. About the Facilitator Dr. Jennifer Fane (she/her) is the Lead Research Associate in the Education and Skills knowledge area at The Conference […]
Feedback is central to student learning, yet it can be challenging to implement in ways that are timely, constructive, and sustainable. This session explores how to build a culture of feedback in your teaching—one that supports student growth and provides meaningful insight into your own practice. We’ll explore strategies for gathering mid-course feedback, responding reflectively, […]
Facilitator: Sarah Peirce, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Earth Sciences, Faculty of Arts & Science The Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Reconciliation in Practice: A Learning Community for Faculty and Staff is a monthly professional learning series that offers a reflective and supportive space for faculty and staff who wish to engage more meaningfully with reconciliation […]
Deborah Tihanyi, Associate Professor, Teaching Stream, Acting Director, Engineering Communication Program (ECP), Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education and Practice (ISTEP), FASE Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible, inclusive, and usable methods, materials, and environments that reduce learning barriers and welcome learner variability. […]
Presented by: Centre for Community Partnerships Are you a faculty member interested in community-engaged learning? Join us for our three-part community-engaged learning (CEL) Course Development Workshop Series virtually this Fall. Workshop 2: Designing a Successful Community-Engaged Learning Course – focuses on the three ‘Ps’ of CEL course development: pedagogy, partnerships and student preparation, including practical […]
Facilitators: Dr. Jessica Dere, Associate Professor, Teaching Stream, and Associate Chair, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Amman Khurana, Undergraduate student and Work Study Research Assistant, Department of Psychology, UTSC In this Equity Roundtable, the presenters will discuss the implementation of a students-as-partners approach in the development of a departmental handbook on inclusive teaching and mentorship. Drawing on a […]
What is the ETO Studio? The ETO Studio is a multi-functional and accessible media production space where FASE instructors can collaborate with the ETO to produce high-quality educational content. Supporting various formats of presentation, our studio has specialized professional equipment, such as green screen, lightboard, video lights, cameras, microphones, drawing tablets etc. Come visit the […]
Presented by the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC), UTM Online (Teams) The use of generative AI has continued to complicate conversations around assessment validity in higher education. With growing concerns about generative AI misuse, it’s becoming difficult to know if current assignments show what students understand. This interactive workshop will explore how partnership-based approaches […]
UDL in Practice is a monthly professional learning series hosted by the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI). Designed for faculty and instructors who want to make small, meaningful shifts in their teaching, the series focuses on strategies drawn from Universal Design for Learning (UDL) that promote flexibility, accessibility, and inclusion. Each 30‑minute virtual […]
BCcampus is proud to host the third annual Digital Learning Strategy Forum, sharing best practices, lessons learned, and forward-thinking approaches to enhance the digital aspects of post-secondary education across B.C. Over three days, we will explore initiatives to build capacity and align efforts with the B.C. Post-Secondary Digital Learning Strategy. Join us for this online, province-wide gathering […]
The TATP Peer Review sessions are interactive workshops designed to help you elevate your course design skills. This hands-on session encourages you to review and discuss your peers’ course materials, providing constructive feedback and receiving insights in return. This collaborative approach aims to enhance your course design proficiency and promote a culture of continuous improvement […]
Presented by the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC), UTM Online (Teams) Group work in higher education presents a unique opportunity for students to develop collaborative learning skills, such as teamwork, trust, and communication. However, assessing collaborative learning in a group work context remains a challenge that is contingent upon the learning context, the learning […]
Got a question but not sure if it warrants a full consultation? ETO is piloting Office Hours – a new drop-in opportunity for the FASE community to get quick, practical support!
Facilitators: Victoria Sheldon, Faculty Liaison Coordinator, Generative AI Pedagogies, CTSI Derek Hunt, Faculty Liaison, Teaching, Learning & Technology, CTSI The final session focuses on equipping students with the AI literacy skills needed to engage with AI technologies critically, ethically, and effectively. Participants will discuss actionable, incremental ways to develop and integrate discipline-specific AI literacy activities […]
Presented by: Centre for Community Partnerships Are you a faculty member interested in community-engaged learning? Join us for our three-part community-engaged learning (CEL) Course Development Workshop Series virtually this Fall. Workshop 3: Stewarding Respectful and Reciprocal Community Partnerships in CEL – focuses on building respectful and reciprocal partnerships for CEL courses; working equitably with partners […]
We’re excited to introduce the GenAI Teaching Lounge: an informal, virtual space where educators can gather over a hot drink to explore teaching ideas with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Curious about using AI tools to support assessment design? Wondering how to centralize student voices when integrating AI into coursework? Or simply want to share your own stories and tea with others? The […]
Presented by the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC), UTM Online (Teams) The rapid growth of generative AI challenges not only how we design learning, but also how we understand our professional identities as educators. Focusing on praxis, professional identity, and the sociology of teaching, this session provides space for faculty to reflect on the […]
This hands-on session is designed to help post-secondary educators explore and compare two of the most widely used AI tools for teaching and learning. Participants will test both Claude and ChatGPT using the same prompts and tasks to observe the differences in tone, depth, and usability, and reflect on how each tool might support their […]
Got a question but not sure if it warrants a full consultation? ETO is piloting Office Hours – a new drop-in opportunity for the FASE community to get quick, practical support!
What is the ETO Studio? The ETO Studio is a multi-functional and accessible media production space where FASE instructors can collaborate with the ETO to produce high-quality educational content. Supporting various formats of presentation, our studio has specialized professional equipment, such as green screen, lightboard, video lights, cameras, microphones, drawing tablets etc. Come visit the […]
Facilitator: Sarah Peirce, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Earth Sciences, Faculty of Arts & Science The Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation's Reconciliation in Practice: A Learning Community for Faculty and Staff is a monthly professional learning series that offers a reflective and supportive space for faculty and staff who wish to engage more meaningfully with reconciliation […]
Asteaching assistants, you are often the first point of contact for students asthey experiment, question, and work through new ideas and tools. This makesyour role especially important in helping students develop not only conceptualknowledge, but also the ability to engage with emerging technologies likegenerative AI (GenAI) in a thoughtful, critical, and responsible way. Thissession is […]
Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in session designed for University of Toronto instructors and staff. We will provide an overview of the approved generative AI tools at the University and give demonstrations which will provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on experience with the suite of approved tools. Focus: Our primary goal is to […]
Got a question but not sure if it warrants a full consultation? ETO is piloting Office Hours – a new drop-in opportunity for the FASE community to get quick, practical support!
Will Heikoop, Coordinator, Digital Learning Innovation, Information Technology Services Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible, inclusive, and usable methods, materials, and environments that reduce learning barriers and welcome learner variability. The UDL Conversations Series highlights practices and considerations from U of T staff and instructors. Come chat with […]
Being a teaching assistant during the end of term can feel overwhelming! You’ve got piles of assignments to grade, students contacting you who are unhappy with their marks, and your own deadlines quickly approaching. This workshop is specifically designed for graduate students in TA roles who are navigating the intense demands of grading season (and […]