Curated Resources

Explore a comprehensive collection of resources designed to enhance teaching effectiveness, streamline course development, and support faculty enrichment.

Brightspace (LMS) Self-Paced Training Course

Gain basic Brightspace competencies to begin teaching in online and blended formats.

Course Design

Unlock the secrets to effective course design with these essential strategies for creating engaging and impactful learning experiences tailored to your students’ needs.

Designing Assignments

Ensure your learning outcomes align perfectly with your assignments for maximum impact.

Establishing a Welcoming Environment

Create an inviting atmosphere for your students with essential tips and strategies to establish a welcoming environment, both in-person and online.

IDEA & Reflective Teaching Practices

Realize your teaching potential with these Reflective Practice resources, designed to enhance self-assessment, incorporate student feedback, and foster continuous improvement in your educational approach.

Faculty Vitality & Well-being

Working in higher education can be overwhelming, especially in the current moment. ATL offers these resources to support you as you work with students and colleagues.

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Part-Time Faculty Support

The ATL supports part-time faculty across the University of Rhode Island by hosting programs that connect part-time faculty to campus resources and teaching tools and strategies to help them be successful at URI.

Grading for Equitable Learning

Discover innovative grading strategies that foster equity, reduce anxiety, and enhance learning.

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Peer Observation

Use this peer observation framework to transform your teaching through collaborative insight and structured feedback.

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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)

Learn about available resources and programs to facilitate the planning, execution, and publication of your research on teaching and learning.

The Syllabus and Course Guidelines

Access templates and other resources to help you get started developing a syllabus and guidelines for your course.

Teaching Fundamentals

Access a collection of resources, perspectives, strategies and techniques around teaching topics.

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Teaching Online

Our comprehensive resources guide instructors in creating engaging, inclusive, and effective online courses that foster a vibrant learning community.

Technology, Teaching & AI

Discover cutting-edge resources and expert insights on integrating ChatGPT and other AI tools to revolutionize your teaching methods.

Other Materials

National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity (NCFDD)

Access NCFDD’s broad range of online virtual programs and resources and unlock your free institutional membership.

New Faculty Resources from the Office of the Provost

Ensure a successful start to your academic career with these essential resources for new faculty.

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