Workshop Library

TLC's workshops can be offered to any UTHSC group, and customized to meet specific needs.
Select any of the offerings below for more information and to make a request.


Assessing Student Performance

How do we align our assessment strategies with our learning goals? How is it that we know that they have mastered the content we want them to learn in our courses? How do we structure our course to help them successfully master whatever assessment we use? We will discuss these and other questions in this… Read More

Assessment Methods for Graduate Students: Beyond Examinations

This workshop explores methods of assessing student knowledge other than traditional examinations. Workshop attendees will discuss situations in which course and learning outcomes are not well matched with traditional examinations, necessitating the use of alternative assessment methods. Furthermore, participants will begin the process of implementing alternative learning assessments that are fully aligned with their course… Read More

Bite-Sized Teaching in the Clinical Setting

Time to teach in the clinical setting can be limited due to patient care and administrative responsibilities. In this session, learn about how to maximize learning while minimizing the impact on patient care. Participants will learn how to implement the flipped classroom/clinic, chalk talks, and questioning strategies when time is limited to provide learning in… Read More

Blackboard Original View

Blackboard Original View provides the traditional workflows and depth of functions for which Blackboard Learn is known. The Introduction to Blackboard Original View Seminar reviews instructional tools that can enhance student learning and save time for educators. Learning Outcome Design and manage online courses in Blackboard Original Course View. Instructor Jennifer Stewart, MPS Suggested Time… Read More

Blackboard Ultra View

The Ultra Course View has simplified workflows, a modern look and feel, and a fully responsive interface on all devices. This seminar will provide you with the information and best practices to start building and preparing your course in Learn Ultra View. Learning Outcome Design and manage online courses in Learn Ultra Course View Instructor… Read More

Characteristics of Effective Clinical Teachers

Faculty’s teaching performance has been found to positively impact student performance and knowledge levels. In this session, explore characteristics of effective clinical teachers through critical reflection and collaboration. Participants will develop an action plan to improve their own teaching based on characteristics discussed. Learning Outcomes: Identify characteristics of effective clinical teachers Describe how faculty exhibit… Read More

Crafting a Teaching Philosophy

Thinking about who we are as teachers helps us as we develop strategies to work with our students in and outside of the classroom. This lunch time session will be a time for participants to begin the process of formulating their own teaching philosophy. All attendees will receive a copy of “A Courage to Teach”… Read More

Curriculum Development

Designing effective curriculum provides a solid foundation for effective teaching and learning. In this session, explore curriculum development through a backwards design framework including alignment of objectives, assessment, and learning activities. Participants will discuss the steps for curriculum review and revision and ways to enhance their curriculum. Learning Outcomes: Describe the basics of curriculum development… Read More

Effective Lectures and Engaging Presentations

Do you want to ensure that your students and peers engage with your ideas in a meaningful way? In this interactive webinar, we will identify effective practices for lectures, including the concept of the flipped classroom. We will also discuss presentation practices that engage your audience and get your ideas across effectively. You will leave… Read More

Engaging Our Students in the Classroom

Due in part to the pervasiveness of technology, students learn much differently than students in the past. More than ever, instructors need to think about our students’ learning styles, expectations, and ways to engage them in the classroom setting. This session will help participants think through the characteristics of today’s students, work through various learning… Read More