IGTS International Graduate Teacher Workshop Series

Spring 2009

International Graduate Teacher Workshop Series

International Teachers in the Classroom

Fridays, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

200 ATLAS

February 6

Exploring Classroom Dynamics Across Cultures

Vivek Kaila, IGTS Coordinator, Graduate Teacher Program, CU-Boulder

In this workshop, we will explore international TAs' and GPTIs' classroom experiences in their home cultures and discuss how these experiences can be "translated" for the American classroom.

February 13

Acquiring a Second Language: Problems & Solutions

Antonia Johnson, Director, Center for Talk Mastery, Boulder, Colorado

Learning a second language and surviving in a second culture can be challenging. Dr. Johnson shares insightful ideas about improving your pronunciation and comprehension.

February 20

Establishing Your Educational Identity & Philosophy

David Kendrick, Ed.D, Director of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning

Are you a perennialist? A progressivist? How about a social reconstructivist? Identifying and developing your own personal educational philosophy through sound education theories brings integrity and clarity to your role as a teacher. Following a brief presentation and discussion, your personal identity will be assessed through the Leahy Educational Philosophical Inventory.

February 27

Understanding Body Language in Different Cultures

Liza Williams, Lead Coordinator for Arts & Humanities, Graduate Teacher Program

Understanding cultural differences in body language can increase your cultural "emotional intelligence" and help you communicate effectively.

March 6

The Nuts & Bolts: Approaches to a 50-Minute Class

Hallie Meredith, D.Phil., Lead Coordinator for Social Sciences & STEM, Graduate Teacher Program

How do you make the most of each class meeting? Whether you're teaching a 50-minute class, an hour-and-a-half recitation, or a two-hour seminar, this workshop will offer practical approaches to help you meet your goals.

March 13

Leading Effective Discussions

Jennifer Armstrong, Lead Consultant, Graduate Teacher Program

Once you've initiated a discussion, how do you keep it going? This workshop offers strategies for generating stimulating discussion questions that encourage meaningful student participation.

For further information, please call 303-492-4902
Visit our web site at http://www.colorado.edu/gtp
All workshops count toward GTP Certification
All graduate students, undergraduate teaching assistants,
postdocs, faculty, and staff are welcome.

Click here to download the Spring 2009 schedule of International TA Workshops.

Past International TA Workshops

February 6	Exploring Classroom Dynamics Across Cultures Vivek Kaila, IGTS Coordinator, Graduate Teacher Program, CU-Boulder In this workshop, we will explore international TAs' and GPTIs' classroom experiences in their home cultures and discuss how these experiences can be "translated" for the American classroom.
February 13	Acquiring a Second Language: Problems & Solutions Antonia Johnson, Director, Center for Talk Mastery, Boulder, Colorado Learning a second language and surviving in a second culture can be challenging. Dr. Johnson shares insightful ideas about improving your pronunciation and comprehension.
February 20	Establishing Your Educational Identity & Philosophy David Kendrick, Ed.D, Director of the Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning Are you a perennialist? A progressivist? How about a social reconstructivist? Identifying and developing your own personal educational philosophy through sound education theories brings integrity and clarity to your role as a teacher. Following a brief presentation and discussion, your personal identity will be assessed through the Leahy Educational Philosophical Inventory.
February 27	Understanding Body Language in Different Cultures Liza Williams, Lead Coordinator for Arts & Humanities, Graduate Teacher Program Understanding cultural differences in body language can increase your cultural "emotional intelligence" and help you communicate effectively.
March 6	The Nuts & Bolts: Approaches to a 50-Minute Class Hallie Meredith, D.Phil., Lead Coordinator for Social Sciences & STEM, Graduate Teacher Program How do you make the most of each class meeting? Whether you're teaching a 50-minute class, an hour-and-a-half recitation, or a two-hour seminar, this workshop will offer practical approaches to help you meet your goals.
March 13	Leading Effective Discussions Jennifer Armstrong, Lead Consultant, Graduate Teacher Program Once you've initiated a discussion, how do you keep it going? This workshop offers strategies for generating stimulating discussion questions that encourage meaningful student participation.
For further information, please call 303-492-4902 Visit our web site at http://www.colorado.edu/gtp All workshops count toward GTP Certification All graduate students, undergraduate teaching assistants, postdocs, faculty, and staff are welcome.