Let’s Get Affective: An Introduction to Emotions in Teaching & Learning

This workshop is restricted to graduate students.

What roles do emotions play in teaching and learning? How can graduate instructors support student learning through understanding and harnessing emotions?

Emotions are an integral dimension of learning; they are not a problem to be solved, but are deeply intertwined with learning’s cognitive components. In this workshop, we will consider the relationship between the cognitive and affective dimensions of learning. Together we will define emotions, identify and discuss some common emotions students may experience in the classroom, and begin to think about practices that harness emotions to support student learning. You will have the opportunity to reflect on how you can integrate your new understanding of emotions into your teaching.