Center for Excellence in TeachingFaculty development research
A selection of literature resources relevant to faculty development.
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Students producing self-explanations research
Classroom environment research
A selection of literature resources discussing the impact of classroom environment on student learning.
Promoting higher-order thinking
A selection of literature resources discussing the development of higher-order thinking processes in students.
Systems for instructor evaluation
A selection of literature resources discussing the systems used for instructor evaluation.
Student surveys research
A selection of literature resources discussing the use of student surveys for the evaluation of teaching quality.
Deciding between synchronous & asynchronous modes of teaching
Considerations to inform your decision on when, why, and how course materials and activities should be accomplished asynchronously or synchronously.
Mentored Teaching Fellows teaching development plan template
This resource assists faculty mentors in structuring the guidance provided to their assigned Mentored Teaching Fellows with the aim of developing their teaching excellence.
Facilitating a norming session for peer review
A description of a norming session, and a recommended facilitation process for holding a norming session that prepares faculty to peer review their colleagues’ syllabi, teaching, and other instructional practices.
School based plan for excellence in teaching template
A template for USC schools to develop a plan for the excellence in teaching initiative.