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Presenter: Warren McCoy, Institutional Equit Specialist, Office of Diversity and Inclusion
What are Microaggression's? How can they harm individual members of the University community? Participants in this workshop will gain a better understanding of this form of bias and the building blocks that contribute to Microaggression. The workshop instructor will facilitate exercises and discussions to help participants recognize Microaggression and learn strategies for addressing the subtle messages sent that can create a feeling of marginalization among community members.
Presenter: Lindsay Onufer, Teaching Consultant, University Center for Teaching and Learning
Every instructor has experienced challenges associated with designing engaging and rigorous assignments. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn about some common assignment challenges and receive feedback from colleagues that will help you design, redesign, or improve your assignment. Participants should bring four copies of an existing assignment or four copies of a written draft of an idea for an assignment they think will be challenging.
Presenter: Laura Ainsley, Learning and Development Specialist, Office of Human Resources
Communicating and listening effectively in the workplace is critical to your organization's success. Participants will review different ways to communicate with and actively listen to any individual. Participants will learn their preferred way to communicate and how to adjust it based on the other person.
Presenter: Rose Turner, Coordinator, Health Sciences Library System
Contact Kimmy Rehak with questions about or ideas for workshops.
Provost's Diversity Institute for Faculty Development | Sponsored by the Office of the Provost
University Center for Teaching & Learning workshops in three categories: Teaching Support, Educational Technology Services, and TA Services. (formerly known as CIDDE)
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Pitt HR Faculty and Staff Development Program
Faculty Certificate in Teaching Excellence
Student Certification in Teaching Fundamentals
For other opportunities, including those sponsored by Pitt's Office of Academic Career Development, visit Career Services.