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"I found that the issues that were discussed in FastStart were absolutely on track, and enhanced my teaching ability virtually immediately."

FastStart 2008-2009


Welcome Reception for New Faculty & families
August 20, 2008

5-7pm
location TBA


Principles of Instruction: Teaching So Students Really Learn
August 21, 2008
312 Engineering Hall

Academy for Excellence in Engineering Education & Center for Teaching Excellence

We will cover:

Planning and Designing Your Course

Constructing learning objectives that are appropriate, student-centered, and measurable
Using learning objectives in ways that facilitate student learning
Adapting instruction to allow for a variety of student learning styles
Designing instruction that is inclusive and appreciates diversity
Designing an effective syllabus and daily lesson plans

Active and Cooperative Learning

Fostering teamwork, team building, and communication skills
Involving students actively in the learning process
Using participative instructional strategies

Career Planning and Development Workshop
August 22, 2008
312 Engineering Hall

(Tim Anderson, Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Programs & Professor of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida)

We will cover:

Establishing a Research Program
Managing Research
Understanding the University Environment
Balancing Your Life & Managing Your Time
Developing as a Professional
Preparing for Promotion & Tenure

Managing Graduate Students

 


"The FastStart program was really very beneficial for my teaching and also the organization of my research group."

 

 

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