News from CTL

The CTL newsletter will be published mid-month throughout the summer, sharing upcoming opportunities available to the instructional community. See below for events focused on teaching practice, academic technology and AI, and celebrations of recent awards and conference presentations.

In June, three CTL staff members (Molly Hatcher, Michelle Gaston, and Kaitlyn Farrell Rodriguez) presented in-person and virtually at the bi-annual ICED24 conference. This year's theme was "Advancing Higher Education Ecosystems for Competency Development."

We hope this season provides you with opportunities to deepen both personal and professional pursuits. This newsletter will be published mid-month throughout the summer, sharing upcoming opportunities available to the instructional community. For instance, several sessions in the "Save the Date" section are designed to enhance your understanding of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on your courses. In addition, continue reading to discover reasons to celebrate the work of faculty, staff, and CTL team members.

We are thrilled to introduce new and existing team members who are working with us for the summer. These talented students bring fresh perspectives, enthusiasm, and a passion for education that will undoubtedly enhance our work.

The UT System is committed to faculty growth in teaching with ACUE microcredential courses. These courses offer a path to the prestigious Effective Teaching Certification, enhancing teaching skills and professional development for UT faculty.

In these challenging times on campus, we recognize the importance of ensuring that our students receive the best possible learning experiences and supporting our educators in that endeavor. We will continue to lift up and foster dialogue with our teaching and learning community. In this month's newsletter, we spotlight achievements within our community and feature upcoming opportunities that center student, staff, and instructor voices in shaping the Longhorn Learning Experience.

Recap of the 2024 Teaching and Learning Symposium

The Prompt Engineering webinar provided faculty members with valuable insights and practical strategies for leveraging AI prompting to enhance teaching and learning experiences. As educators continue to embrace AI technology, prompt engineering stands out as a transformative approach that bridges the gap between traditional teaching methods and cutting-edge AI advancements.

Inspiring Educators: UT System’s “Teaching as Wellbeing” Series

Recap of the inaugural UT Assessment Symposium, featuring CTL's Assistant Director of Assessment and Experiential Learning, Dr. Heather Wright.