Instructors are responsible for providing equal access to information and reducing barriers to learning for all students. For students with disabilities, this might be accomplished through the provision of academic accommodations. Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Assistant Instructors (AIs) are often assigned to facilitate accommodations. In each course, TAs and AIs have an opportunity to create an inclusive environment and foster meaningful participation in the classroom since students often feel more comfortable communicating with them. During this 75-minute session, you will learn about how to work with students with disabilities in your role as a TA or AI!
To learn more and self-enroll in the Canvas site, visit https://bit.ly/22F-TPS-Enroll. RSVPs for individual sessions will open August 22nd.
Participants who complete multiple sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion that acts as a credential demonstrating your investment in professional development to future employers. Complete 3 unique sessions and upload a qualifying reflection for a Teaching Preparation Certificate; complete 7 unique sessions and submit a qualifying Teaching Statement for an Advanced Teaching Preparation Certificate. Please feel free to contact Michelle Gaston (michelle.gaston@austin.utexas.edu) or Katherine Sadek (katherine.sadek@austin.utexas.edu) with further questions. We look forward to working with you!