The timeline below illustrates one of a number of possible sequences which a participant might follow to complete program requirements in a two-year time period. Note that the times listed for workshops are only estimates and that the scheduling of certain workshops may vary from that shown below.
Tier 1: Introduction to College Teaching
1st Semester of Program:
- Attend TPT Orientation
- Attend reflective teaching statement workshop (90 minutes; complete report sheet)
- Attend 2 additional hours of workshops on teaching and learning (complete report sheets)
- Attend TAGS (6 hours; complete report sheet)
- Teach at least 3 hours
2nd Semester of Program:
- Attend inclusive teaching workshop (90 minutes; complete report sheet)
- Attend 2 additional hours of workshops on teaching or learning (complete report sheet)
- Draft reflective teaching statement
Tier 2: Developing Expertise in College Teaching
3rd Semester of Program:
- Attend TPT Check-in/Tier 2 orientation
- Select a faculty mentor
- Teach at least 5 hours
- Complete C3 Design online course design module and in-person meetings (4.5 hours total)
- Observe a peer teach and conduct a follow-up discussion (complete report sheet)
- Revise your reflective teaching statement in consultation with a CTE consultant OR consult about your teaching with a CTE consultant
- Attend at least 4 additional hours of workshops on teaching and learning (complete report sheets)
4th Semester of Program:
- Attend TPT-only breakfast/lunch/dinner conversation (60 minutes; complete report sheet)
- Have a peer observe your teaching and conduct a follow-up discussion (complete report sheet)
- Conduct a faculty classroom observation and follow-up discussion (complete report sheet)
- Complete/revise course design materials prepared in C3 Design, including an original syllabus and assignment description
- Attend at least 4 additional hours of workshops on teaching and learning (complete report sheets)
Optional Professional Development Opportunities: Complete the professional development components of the program at any time during Tier 2.
Total number of workshop hours completed: 20+
Program Completion: Complete all program requirements, and have advisor check the content and sign-off on the portfolio. Submit completed portfolios to the CTE for final approval.