Events

Presented by the VSCS Librarians: We all want students to use credible sources in their research assignments. But while peer-reviewed sources are frequently touted as the most reliable - and are required for research assignments at all levels - they are not the only source of credible information, and may be inaccessible to students in… Read More »Fit the Source to Your Course: Defining Appropriate Research for Your Course

Programs in Year 3 of the Program Review cycle should submit their Program Outcomes Assessment Matrix by January 2026. Come learn more about this document ,which helps programs stay accountable to past assessment findings and future continuous improvement goals. Presented By: Jen Garrett-Ostermiller, CTLI Director   **Note - this is a live version of the… Read More »Program Assessment: The Program Outcomes Assessment Matrix

Programs in Years 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the Program Review cycle should submit their Yearly Learning Outcomes Assessment Report by June 2026. This document is where programs report on their annual assessment activities, typically focused on 1 or 2 program outcomes per year. For details about how to collect direct and indirect data,… Read More »Program Assessment: The Yearly Learning Outcomes Assessment Report

The CTLI is here to support all new faculty at VTSU in their teaching endeavors and in learning about key student support services. We'll be meeting every 3 weeks throughout the fall semester. New Faculty - Check your calendar for an invitation and Zoom link for these sessions.

Reliable data and evidence is critical for confidence in program changes intended to improve student outcomes. Come learn more about how to collect direct evidence of student learning as part of your annual program assessment efforts. Presented By: Jen Garrett-Ostermiller, CTLI Director   **Note - this is a live version of the self-service workshop available… Read More »Program Assessment: Collecting and Evaluating Direct Evidence

This one-hour Zoom gathering is designed for Vermont State University instructors who are seeking a broad understanding of adult learning theory and an ability to apply it effectively in their online course development and instruction. The session will begin with a brief overview of demographic data related to our adult learners at VTSU. Afterwards, we… Read More »Adult Learning in Online Classes at VTSU

Reliable data and evidence is critical for confidence in program changes intended to improve student outcomes. Come learn more about how to collect indirect evidence related to your program and impressions of student learning, to supplement and provide context to the direct evidence you collect. Presented By: Jen Garrett-Ostermiller, CTLI Director   **Note - this… Read More »Program Assessment: Collecting and Evaluating Indirect Evidence

Programs in Year 5 of the Program Review cycle should submit their PReCIP Report by June 2026, per the VSC Policy 101. Externally accredited programs submit their most recent accreditation report and any updates in lieu of the PReCIP report on a 5-year cycle as well. This comprehensive document shares the evidence, changes, and future… Read More »Program Assessment: The PReCIP Report for Non-Externally Accredited Programs

The CTLI is here to support all new faculty at VTSU in their teaching endeavors and in learning about key student support services. We'll be meeting every 3 weeks throughout the fall semester. New Faculty - Check your calendar for an invitation and Zoom link for these sessions.

This one-hour Zoom gathering is designed for Vermont State University instructors who are seeking a broad understanding of adult learning theory and an ability to apply it effectively in their online course development and instruction. The session will begin with a brief overview of demographic data related to our adult learners at VTSU. Afterwards, we… Read More »Adult Learning in Online Classes at VTSU

The CTLI is here to support all new faculty at VTSU in their teaching endeavors and in learning about key student support services. We'll be meeting every 3 weeks throughout the fall semester. New Faculty - Check your calendar for an invitation and Zoom link for these sessions.

You want to become a “better” instructor, but what does that mean? What does good teaching look like? And how do you get started? This workshop will walk you through a goal-setting process using the Teaching Effectiveness Framework. You will leave this session with a goal, action steps to carry out that goal, and tools… Read More »Spring Semester Goal Setting Using the Teaching Effectiveness Framework