Have you been facing the pressure to teach larger and larger classes? While your class size is increasing, are you also struggling to motivate students to attend, turn in assignments, or engage in deep learning? If so, this seminar is for you. We will apply research-based strategies about motivation so that you can balance the pressure of large class size with the desire to motivate students to engage in their own learning.
Program Outcomes
In this program, instructors will:
- Infuse the elements of self-determination theory – supporting relatedness, building competence, and fostering autonomy – in their large lecture classes to increase student motivation and engagement in their own learning.
- Work on their large lecture classes in an environment which is supportive of building their competence, relatedness, and autonomy in the classroom.
Dates/Times/Location
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 27 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| Feb. 10 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| Feb. 24 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| Mar. 17 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| Mar. 31 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| April 14 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
| April 28 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | Zoom |
Deliverables
- Three Activities, lessons, class policies, and/or assignments that are designed to increase student motivation.
Recognition
Participants who attend six of the seven sessions and complete the three deliverables will earn $500 in professional development funds.
To apply
Fill out the application form. There is space for up to 24 participants. Deadline to apply: January 17, 2025
Questions
For questions about this opportunity, the deliverables, or other part of this professional development experience, please contact Dr. Todd Dresser, Associate Director for Faculty Development in the ATL, at todd_dresser@uri.edu.