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Academic Director’s October Update – Increasing Student Engagement
This article discusses techniques for increasing student engagement to improve student learning outcomes.
Academic Director’s September Update – Starting the Academic Year
The article highlights the importance of flexibility and accommodation in the wake of the Okanagan fires as the academic year begins. It also discusses the impact of AI, particularly ChatGPT, on students and instructors in the context of learning and assessment.
Academic Director’s April Update
Handling challenges with academic integrity and AI. UBCO Teaching Fellow awards deadline extended to April 14th and planning for the re-designed Honour Roll recognizing teaching excellence.
Recommendations for Computer Exams
The Centre for Teaching and Learning in collaboration with IT and other stakeholders at UBC Okanagan has compiled a document cover our “Recommendations for Computer_Exams” Faculties/Schools may have standard practices for computer exams, so instructors should consult with their Associate Deans/Heads. Instructors considering a computer exam are encouraged to contact the CTL to arrange a […]
Academic Director’s March Update
There are many new and exciting initiatives to highlight. CTL is happy to announce the creation of a new UBC Okanagan Teaching Fellow program recognizing 10 individuals that broadly contribute to our teaching and learning community and CTL initiatives. Teaching Fellows are recognized annually based on their current, ongoing, and planned work, and recipients receive […]