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Teaching as a part-time faculty member comes with unique opportunities and challenges, from managing multiple commitments to making meaningful connections with students in limited time. Whether you’re transitioning into academia, building your teaching experience, or balancing multiple institutions, this collection of resources is designed specifically for your journey. Our tools and programs help you maximize your impact in the classroom, develop your authentic teaching style, and navigate the academic landscape with confidence. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Getting Started<\/h1>\n\n\n

Part-Time Faculty Course Prep\/Teaching Consultations<\/h2>

Need to ask a quick teaching-related question? Maybe brainstorm an idea while prepping your course(s)? Visit a virtual consultation session just for PT Faculty!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Part-Time Faculty Tip Sheet\/Resources<\/h2>

This tip sheet was created to help support part-time faculty as they begin teaching at URI and assumes\nthe part-time faculty member has received notification of appointment.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Syllabus Design<\/h2>

A syllabus is likely the first point of connection between faculty and students around a course. Through the pages here, we will reflect on the purpose and message for various parts of a syllabus. There are also some alternative approaches to syllabi to explore.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Teaching With ChatGPT & Other AI<\/h2>

This curated resource collection introduces Generative AI and its uses in education, with an option for deeper exploration. Open AI\u2019s ChatGPT is only one of many AI-powered tools in use across dozens of sectors. While AI has great potential, human expertise, critical thinking, and social connection remain vital.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Continuing Your Teaching Journey<\/h1>\n\n\n

Fun-sized Faculty Development<\/h2>

Fun-sized faculty development: Are you looking for a quick hit of professional development this semester? ATL has a series of short sessions that are packed with tips you can use in the classroom right away. These sessions are perfect for those who are feeling time-crunched.\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Experienced Part-Time Faculty Panel Discussion<\/h2>

Are you a relatively new PT faculty member at URI? Or just curious to learn from your PT faculty peers? Join us virtually for a panel discussion with experienced PT faculty who will share tips and recommendations for successfully teaching at URI. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Faculty Vitality & Well-being<\/h2>

There is always a lot going on in higher education. But there\u2019s A LOT MORE going on in the current moment. As you are navigating the uncertainty and trying to teach, manage any research, and work with students and colleagues, here\u2019s a little help from your ATL friends.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Difficult Dialogues<\/h2>

The purpose of these guides is to provide instructors with concrete strategies that they can use to orient their class towards meeting learning outcomes through difficult discussions rather than to allow them to disrupt learning.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

IDEA: More than just a number<\/h2>

This self-paced Brightspace training will take you through four interactive modules highlighting the purpose of the IDEA Survey and how to effectively choose questions and interpret results.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Part-time Faculty Community of Practice<\/h2>

Designed for all Part-Time faculty teaching at URI, this four-session Community of Practice will help faculty develop relationships with colleagues, explore teaching successes and challenges, and further establish their teaching practice. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Deepen Your Practice<\/h1>\n\n\n

Classroom Observation<\/h2>

Teaching is a team sport, but, all too often, we get trapped in the busy-ness of life. As a result, teaching can feel isolating. The overarching goal of peer observation is to break down the isolation a little and develop solidarity among instructors at URI.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)<\/h2>

We support faculty efforts to engage in scholarship of teaching and learning at URI. Find some guides and resources here.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Writing Across URI<\/h2>

The focus of Writing Across URI is to offer retreats, forge strategic partnerships, provide personalized consultations, and facilitate collaborative writing groups that bring together faculty and grad students from every discipline.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Part-Time Faculty Programming<\/h1>\n\n\n

AI Teaching Circles<\/h2>

Have you been looking for a way to start using AI but don\u2019t know where to begin? This spring, ATL is organizing AI teaching circles.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Book Club – The Slow Professor: Challenging the Culture of Speed in the Academy<\/h2>

Academic life can be frenetic and sometimes overwhelming. Could slowing down help us connect with our professional purpose? Join us for a 4-session book discussion on The Slow Professor: Challenging the Culture of Speed in the Academy (Berg & Seeber, 2016). <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Cultivating Vitality Through Intentional Rest<\/h2>

Feeling exhausted, more cynical, or less effective in your work? Burnout may be knocking at your door. Come learn about preventing (or managing) burnout by recognizing the signs and deepening your understanding of the importance of rest. Leave with a personalized plan for intentional rest and improved well-being.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Experienced Part-Time Faculty Panel Discussion<\/h2>

Are you a relatively new PT faculty member at URI? Or just curious to learn from your PT faculty peers? Join us virtually for a panel discussion with experienced PT faculty who will share tips and recommendations for successfully teaching at URI. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Fun-sized Faculty Development<\/h2>

Fun-sized faculty development: Are you looking for a quick hit of professional development this semester? ATL has a series of short sessions that are packed with tips you can use in the classroom right away. These sessions are perfect for those who are feeling time-crunched.\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Grading for Growth Book Club<\/h2>

Have you ever wished grading could be different?\nJoin the grading for growth book club!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Innovative Grading Community of Practice<\/h2>

All are welcome to join the Innovative Grading Community of Practice. We have monthly meetings and a listserv to share ideas. This is for any URI instructor currently engaged in or considering innovative\/alternative grading in your courses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Large Lecture HIT: Motivated to Learn<\/h2>

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. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Part-time Faculty Community of Practice<\/h2>

Designed for all Part-Time faculty teaching at URI, this four-session Community of Practice will help faculty develop relationships with colleagues, explore teaching successes and challenges, and further establish their teaching practice. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Part-Time Faculty Course Prep\/Teaching Consultations<\/h2>

Need to ask a quick teaching-related question? Maybe brainstorm an idea while prepping your course(s)? Visit a virtual consultation session just for PT Faculty!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Setting Boundaries by Defining your Scope of Practice<\/h2>

Are your work boundaries fuzzy? Clarifying your scope of practice as an educator may help. A scope of practice focuses on (re)defining your role qualifications and responsibilities. Join us for this virtual workshop so you can be better positioned to support students while preserving your own well-being.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>

Winter Writing Retreat<\/h2>

Writing Across URI (now housed in ATL) invites all writers to join our Winter Writing Retreats. Keep the momentum going on your academic article, grant proposal, or creative project! There\u2019s no formal program: just bring your laptop and other materials, plus your own lunch\/snacks. We will provide coffee and tea!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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