2020-2021
Teaching & Learning Resources
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Summer 2021
RCF Summer Onboarding & Week 1 Check-In Session
For new and returning RCFs matched for summer
Thursday, June 24, 2021
3-4 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers an onboarding and check-in session for new and returning RCFs as we begin the summer term. Join us to meet your peer RCFs, for reminders of key tools and technologies to help you succeed as an RCF, to get your questions answered, and to troubleshoot any technical or other issues you may have encountered as you begin working with your instructor.
This session has concluded.
RCF Midterm Check-In Session
For RCFs currently serving this summer
Monday, July 19, 2021
10-10:30 a.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers RCFs and opportunity to check in at midpoint in the term to share their experience and troubleshoot any questions or issues that may have come up.
This session was cancelled.
Spring Quarter 2021
Check-In & Workshop Sessions for TAs, RCFs & Graduate Student Instructors
Please join us for this upcoming virtual session for graduate students interested in the Remote Course Facilitator (RCF) program!
RCF Information Session & "Meet & Greet"
For those who have applied to serve as an RCF and RCFs currently serving or who have served
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
3:30-4:30 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers an opportunity for a virtual "meet and greet" with peer RCFs and graduate students interested in learning more about the RCF program, as well as an opportunity to meet with faculty and professional staff members with expertise in remote teaching tools and technologies.
Join us for a welcome and overview of the program, learn about key tools and technologies to help you succeed as an RCF, get your questions answered, and prepare for the term ahead.
Click the link below to register and receive the Zoom link and passcode. You can also submit your questions in advance.
This session has concluded.
RCF Spring Onboarding Session
For new and returning RCFs matched for spring
Thursday, March 25, 2021
3-4 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers an onboarding and preparatory session for new and returning RCFs ahead of the spring term. Join us for a welcome from leadership, reminders of key tools and technologies to help you succeed as an RCF, get your questions answered, meet your fellows RCFs, and prepare for the term ahead.
This session has concluded.
RCF Week 1 Check-In Session
For new and returning RCFs matched for spring
Thursday, April 1, 2021
12-1 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers an opportunity for current RCFs to check in with administration and fellow RCFs. Join us to learn more about a variety of resources or approaches to remote teaching and learning, get your questions answered, and troubleshoot any technical or other issues you may have encountered.
This session has concluded.
RCF Midterm Check-In Session
For RCFs currently serving this spring
Thursday, April 29, 2021
3-4 p.m. EDT
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers an opportunity for current RCFs to check in with administration and fellow RCFs. Join us to learn more about a variety of resources or approaches to remote teaching and learning, get your questions answered, and troubleshoot any technical or other issues you may have encountered.
This session has concluded.
Winter Quarter & Spring Semester 2021
Check-In & Workshop Sessions for TAs, RCFs & Graduate Student Instructors
TA & RCF Check-In Session
Thursday, January 28, 2021
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers a term check-in with our graduate student Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Remote Course Facilitators (RCFs) to hear about how things are going with their assigned faculty/courses, discuss any questions or concerns student instructors have, troubleshoot any technical issues and share remote teaching tools and strategies, and talk about best practices for engaging students in the remote learning environment.
This session has concluded.
Disability Resources Workshop & Check-In Session for TAs & RCFs
Friday, February 12, 2021
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom
This session will start with a 30-minute workshop for TAs & RCFs with Disability Resources followed by a 30-minute check-in session.
At Drexel, we are committed to ensuring equal access to students with disabilities in the participation of the full educational experience. In fact, it is the law! A representative from Disability Resources will assist our graduate TAs & RCFS in ensuring that they meeting the needs of students with disabilities who are registered with DR and receiving reasonable accommodations for their academic courses.
In this workshop, TAs and RCFs will learn about the available resources to assist with their day-to-day teaching and facilitating duties. In addition, they will learn about resources for students and families, effectively communication with and about people who have a disability, incorporating universal design, and the role of Disability Resources.
Presenter: Vanessa Cohen, Ed.D., Associate Director, Disability Resources
Moderator: Valerie Klein, Ph.D., Associate Clinical Professor and Interim Associate Director of the Teaching, Learning and Curriculum Program, School of Education
This session has concluded.
TA & RCF Check-In Session
Thursday, February 25, 2021
12:00 - 12:30 p.m. EST
Virtual via Zoom
This session offers a term check-in with our graduate student Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Remote Course Facilitators (RCFs) to hear about how things are going with their assigned faculty/courses, discuss any questions or concerns student instructors have, troubleshoot any technical issues and share remote teaching tools and strategies, and talk about best practices for engaging students in the remote learning environment.
This session was cancelled.
Fall 2020
Teaching & Learning Workshops for TAs, RCFs & Graduate Student Instructors
The Graduate College in partnership with the newly formed Teaching and Learning Center is offering a series of workshops on topics in teaching and learning this fall. While these workshops are geared toward graduate Teaching Assistants and Fellows (TAs/TFs) as part of the TA Orientation and Prep Course, they are open to the entire University community.
To RSVP and for session access, please contact the Graduate College at graduatecollege@drexel.edu. Please RSVP at least one business day in advance to guarantee a response.
Workshop 1: Why Aren't Undergrads as Interested in This Stuff as I Am?
Facilitated by Johanna Inman, Director, Teaching and Learning Center
You've devoted your life to your discipline and find it fascinating, but some of your students may be less than enthusiastic about it. In this session you will learn principles and strategies for inspiring motivation and instilling the will to work in your students.
Friday, October 9, 2020
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EDT
Via Zoom
This session has concluded.
Workshop 2: Remote Teaching Strategies to Keep Students Engaged
Facilitated by Johanna Inman, Director, Teaching and Learning Center
Many of our students have likely been experiencing feelings of isolation during this pandemic, but our courses can keep them connected to a supportive learning community. So, how can you encourage students to stay connected with you, course materials, and each other in a remote learning environment? In this workshop, we’ll explore recommendations for three types of interactions every online course should have to keep students connected and engaged!
Monday, October 26, 2020 - Friday, October 30, 2020
Via VoiceThread
This session has concluded.
Workshop 3: How to Grade Effectively without Losing Sleep (or Your Mind)
Facilitated by Johanna Inman, Director, Teaching and Learning Center
One of the toughest parts of being a TA is the grading process. TAs need to balance fairness with adherence to learning objectives, while allowing time for their own work and other life obligations. This interactive session will include a discussion of various grading strategies, how to handle grading disputes, and techniques for time management or grading responsibilities.
Friday, November 13, 2020
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. EDT
Via Zoom
This session has concluded.