In preparation for the new academic year, August’s Teaching Practices Survey (TPS) highlights focus on Teaching Assistants (TAs).
- 53% of respondents reported having TAs in the course most representative of their teaching.
- The largest category for TA responsibilities is providing “support outside of scheduled class hours” (60% expect this) compared with the 2nd largest category “teaching at least part of the course on their own” (25% expect this).
- 83% of respondents reported expecting TAs to do at least half of the marking for a course.
- 90% of respondents reported believing TAs need training in teaching and learning.
If you’re supervising a teaching assistant, make sure they have registered for September’s TA Training! This training provides TAs with foundational knowledge and skills, such as grading strategies and supporting students inside and outside the classroom. Supervisors, we invite you to register for our upcoming workshop, Effective TA-Instructor Working Relationships. This workshop covers key elements of the TA contract, and explores strategies in communicating expectations and navigating difficult conversations.
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