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Other name | Taylor Institute (TI) |
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Former name | Teaching and Learning Centre (2006-2015); Learning Commons (1998-2006) |
| Type | Centre for teaching and learning |
| Established | May 2016 |
Parent institution | University of Calgary |
| Director | Natasha Kenny |
Total staff | 40+ |
| Address | 434 Collegiate Blvd NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 , , 51.079133, -114.131292 |
| Campus | Urban, 4717.82 m² |
| Website | https://taylorinstitute.ucalgary.ca |
The Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning (French: Institut Taylor de l'enseignement et de l'apprentissage) was established in May 2016. Affiliated with the University of Calgary, the Taylor Institute has been recognised as one of Canada's leading centres for teaching and learning.[1][2]
History
editThe Taylor Institute was founded
Prior to the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning building, its predecessors were occupied the fifth floor of Biological Sciences (space previously held by the Strategic Transformation team).[3]
The concept of a centre for teaching and learning was the product of several initiatives and recommendations by various campus groups: namely the Learning and Instructional Development Subcommittee, the Technology Task Force, and the Teaching Development Office.[3]
The Learning Commons was a name chosen to reflect the concept of the university as a "community of learners," where teaching and learning development is common resource available to all.[3]
The Learning Commons occupied the fifth floor of Biological Sciences building.
Academics
editThe Taylor Institute provides micro-credentialing for academic staff, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students affiliated with the University of Calgary. These include programmes related to course design, experiential learning, quality graduate supervision, blended and online teaching, and course-based undergraduate research experiences.
The Taylor Institute also issues Certificates in University Teaching and Learning
These certificates reflect a wider trend among Canadian universities, who provide credential programmes for early-career and established educators.[4][5][6]
College of Discovery, Creativity, and Innovation
editEstablished in 2017, the College of Discovery, Creativity, and Innovation serves as the Taylor Institute's arm devoted to undergraduate research and education across disciplines at the University of Calgary.[7] It helps promote undergraduate research experiences through curricular and non-curricular activities, as well as outreach and engagement.[8]
Flanagan Foundation Initiative for Blended and Online Learning
editConference on Postsecondary Teaching and Learning
editSince 2013, the Taylor Institute has hosted a nation-wide Conference on Postsecondary Teaching and Learning, which draws educators across Canada to share knowledge, expertise, and resources that enhance teaching and learning across Canadian universities. Topics have ranged from Indigenisation and reconciliation, mentorship in higher education, and innovations in experiential learning.[9]
Office of Experiential Learning
editThe Office of Experiential Learning was established in 2020. Its primary purpose is to incorporate experiential learning as an essential component for all undergraduate and graduate education at the University of Calgary. It accomplishes this by having all undergraduate students participate in at least two experiential learning opportunities, and at least one opportunity for graduate students.[10]: 3 Opportunities include: co-curricular experiential learning, community-engaged learning, curriculum-integrated experiential learning, research-based experiential learning, and work-integrated learning.[10]: 25
Architecture
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The building is a common gathering space
References
edit- ^ Schmidt, Colleen (18 April 2016). "U of C celebrates launch of innovative teaching and learning centre". CTV News. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- ^ "Teaching Second Language Certificates - University of Calgary". Alis. Government of Alberta. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- ^ a b c Buell, Tim (January 19, 1998). "Learning Commons - New home found in Bio Sciences; May opening set". University of Calgary Gazette. Vol. 27, no. 24. pp. 1, 6. Retrieved June 22, 2022.
- ^ "Teaching and Learning Certificate (TLC)". The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning. University of Manitoba. 9 July 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ "Certificate in University Teaching and Learning (Graduate Students)". Centre for Teaching and Learning. Dalhousie University. 9 July 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ "Certificate Program in Advanced Teaching and Learning". Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology. University of British Columbia. 9 July 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ "Introduction to the College of Discovery, Creativity and Innovation". TI Connections. 23 May 2017. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ "Undergraduate Research Initiative Framework". Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning. 9 July 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ "About the Conference on Postsecondary Learning and Teaching". Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning. 9 July 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
- ^ a b Kaipainen, Erin; Braun, Rachel; Arseneault, Robin (15 January 2022). Experiential Learning Plan for the University of Calgary (2020-25) (PDF). Calgary: Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning.
{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: year (link) - ^ "Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning" (PDF). Smith+Andersen. 2017. Retrieved 29 June 2022.