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TeachingExcellenceMental HealthFirst AidGen AIWorkshopMicrolearningSeriesSave the Date:Equity SpeakerREAL InitiativeMenu ofServicesSpecial InterestsDid You Know?About theCenterA M E S S A G E F R O M O U R D I R E C T O R :Although the Fall semester is coming to a close, the Center is stillin full-swing with programming! We invite you to take a momentto review our December newsletter. We have so many excitingopportunities to share beginning in early January, 2025, andencourage you to register before the winter break for MentalHealth First Aid, our Microlearning Series, and more!The Teaching Excellence certification program ended withfantastic presentations from our cohort. All received digitalbadges and certificates, and leadership was notified of theirfaculty’s accomplishments.The University Scholarship & Best Practices Expo committee hascompleted their blind reviews of abstracts. Presenters will receivean email notification with next steps soon. Please Save the Date:February 14th, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Lastly, all CTL newsletters and links to event registration are nowavailable on our website. If you are looking for information youcan simply do a quick internet search for JWU Center forTeaching & Learning to find the latest updates and sign up for asession. Visit us @ JWU Center for Teaching & Learning.The CTL Team wishes you all a restful winter break, and awonderful holiday season.December NewsletterIn this newsletteryou can expect:December 2024Katrina M. Herold, Ed.D.

Nine full-time faculty have successfully completed our Teaching Excellence Certificate Program. Thisprogram was designed to help strengthen pedagogical methods through interdisciplinary collaborationin a supportive learning environment. Faculty members engaged  in and discussed the new book:Teaching  at  its  Best,  while  developing  a lesson  plan  including  UDL principles,  experiential  learning,and effective methods for assessment. Faculty also developed detailed teaching philosophy statementsmeant to center and guide their teaching practice. The six week program culminated with a recordedteaching presentation and a peer review. We are so proud of their dedication!College of Arts & SciencesBarbara FrazierChristopher HollandCollege of BusinessNihar KumthekarNazanin TouraniCFITDaniel BazzinottiTara LucasMax ManningCassandra RehmCollege of Health & WellnessMaureen ClancyPUBLISHING OPPORTUNITY! -- THE EDUCATED POURThe Center for Beverage Education & Innovation is excited to announce a new collaboration with bar&  restaurant  news.  Beginning  in  November  2024  and  continuing  monthly,  members  of  the  JWUfaculty and  community at  large will  have the  opportunity to  publish to  our new co-branded  columntitled The Educated Pour. This is an excellent venue to disseminate your expertise to food & beverageoperators…bar & restaurant news totals nearly 83,000 views monthly and their Crave newsletters countmore than 100,000 active subscribers.If you are interested in writing for The Educated Pour, please email Brian Warrener atbwarrener@jwu.edu and provide the following information:Name, Rank, College, DepartmentYour proposed topic with brief descriptionYour preferred publication monthA N N O U N C E M E N T SC O N G R A T S ,   T E A C H I N G   E X C E L L E N C E   C O H O R T !Click Here to Learn More

Schellie AndrewsMagnus ThorssonToccata MurphyM H F A S P O T L I G H TCongratulations to our JWU communitymembers who recently received theircertification!C E R T I F I C A T I O N SProvidenceFriday, December 6th, 20248:30AM - 2:30PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructors:Lisa Dumont & Marie Woolery,College of Health & WellnessLearners will be required to complete 2 hoursof pre-work prior to 12/6Click Here to RegisterFriday, January 3rd, 202510:00AM - 3:30PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructors:Elizabeth Carey, College of Business, Richard Miscovich, CFITLearners will be required to complete 2 hoursof pre-work prior to 1/3Click Here to RegisterFriday, January 17th, 20259:00AM - 2:30PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructors:Patricia Bowman, College of Hospitality ManagementJerelyn Pimentel, College of Arts & SciencesLearners will be required to complete 2 hours ofpre-work prior to 1/17Click Here to RegisterFriday, January 31st, 20259:00AM - 2:30PMJWU Certified MHFA Instructors:Elizabeth Carey, College of Business, Richard Miscovich, CFITLearners will be required to complete 2 hoursof pre-work prior to 1/3Click Here to RegisterVirtual

As Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) promises to empower students to thrive in anincreasingly digital and automated world, it is important for faculty to incorporate the ethicaluse of GenAI into their classes. Getting started can be overwhelming, though, so join this session if you would like supporttaking initial steps embedding a GenAI policy and module into your spring ulearn courses.In this interactive workshop, you will:briefly review the ethical uses of GenAI.complete a module related to GenAI that you can then share with your students.embed the GenAI module into your ulearn courses for students to complete during thespring semester.design a GenAI policy to include in your spring syllabi.Thursday, December 5th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.Location: Center for Teaching & Learning or via ZoomFacilitators:Heather Myers, Senior Instructional Designer & Adjunct Faculty Karen Shea, Professor, English & Assistant Director, CTLACADEMIC INTEGRITY SERIES#4: Classroom Behavior & Conflict Resolution While faculty can be proactive in setting up class content, they cannot always prevent theunexpected when it comes to students in distress or being disruptive. This workshop addressesstrategies when it comes to disruption in virtual and on-ground settings. Faculty will also beprovided with resources they can refer students to, including a review of the CARE Teamprocess, Safety & Security, and uSucceed. The workshop will include real-life scenarios in whichfaculty will have to work as a team to address how to best handle each situation, concluding witha debriefing with Community Standards & Conduct.Dec. 6th, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Facilitated by: Kristin Pendergast, Assistant Director of Community Standards & ConductJennifer Rosa, Associate Director of Community Standards and ConductE V E N T S & W O R K S H O P SE M B E D D I N G A G E N A I P O L I C Y & M O D U L E I N T OS P R I N G U L E A R N C O U R S E SClick Here to RegisterClick Here to Register

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on academic freedom atJWU. As educators navigating a rapidly evolving sociopoliticalclimate, how do we balance the ideals of truth-telling with thechallenges of propaganda, misinformation, disinformation, andideology? This session will explore what is and is not protectedspeech in our professional/university-facing (intramural) andpersonal/public-facing (extramural) lives, strategies for handlingdifficult conversations about sociopolitical issues, and the critical roleof higher education in fostering democracy and social justice.Together, we’ll unpack timely themes such as legislative challenges toacademic content; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and the growingimpact of AI on academic freedom. Working together, we'll explorehow to discuss sensitive issues without unduly influencing students'opinions.Facilitated by David Spatt, JD & Christopher Joseph Westgate, Ph.D.Date & Time: Thursday, January 23, 12:15-1:45 p.m.Hybrid Format: Providence (In-Person, CTL) & Charlotte (Zoom)The JWU Neurodiversity Coalition is pleased toannounce that planning is underway for a SpringMicrolearning Series focused upon various topicsrelated to neurodiversity on campus, both insideand outside of the classroom. Their goal is toshare helpful resources, information, and havefruitful discussions relating to efforts to maintainJWU’s culture of care. Stay tuned!C T L M I C R O L E A R N I N G S E R I E ST R U T H , T E N S I O N & T E A C H I N G : N A V I G A T I N GA C A D E M I C F R E E D O M I N A D I V I D E D E R AClick Here to RegisterN E U R O D I V E R S I T YM I C R O L E A R N I N G S E R I E S

Join us for a thought-provoking roundtable exploring the intersection of faculty-staffprofessional development and multiracial justice in higher education. As we deepenour commitment to supporting Black and Brown students across our Charlotte(Predominantly-Black Institution) and Providence (emerging Hispanic-ServingInstitution) campuses, this session will tackle key questions such as the following: Led by an experienced facilitator, Dr. Zoila Quezada, this roundtable will offer practicalinsights, critical reflections, and space to engage across disciplines and departments.Whether you're joining in person or on Zoom, as a faculty or staff member, come readyto think beyond your current comfort zone and contribute to transformativeconversations that shape our collective future. Date & Time: March 25, 2025, 12-1 pm Hybrid Format: Providence (In-Person, CTL) & Charlotte (Zoom)What tools do White faculty and staff need to engageBlack, Indigenous, and Students of Color (BISOC)effectively? How might these tools differ from thoseused to engage White students?What unique barriers to success do BISOC face, andhow can faculty and staff address them?How might we navigate challenges like cognitiveresistance, implicit biases, ideological/historicalblindspots, and belief-attitude-value systems ofcolorblindness in fostering inclusive excellence? S A V E T H E D A T EE Q U I T Y I N A C T I O N : A D V A N C I N GM U L T I R A C I A L J U S T I C E A T J W UClick Here to Register

We are making REAL progress! Included here is an update as well as information on contactpoints and upcoming opportunities as the project progresses:AY 24/25 ROLL OUT COLLEGE LEADSBeth Cannata, College of BusinessChris Westgate & Adam Smith, College of Arts & SciencesEmily Reaves, College of Hospitality ManagementWalt Zesk, College of Engineering & DesignDiane McCrohan, College of Professional StudiesA New REAL @ JWU ulearn site is available for you. The site includes info about the Real Projectincluding Active Lecture, Kolb’s Learning Cycle, REAL examples by college to guide you as well asinformation about the submission process and next steps. The following college leads are assignedto work with faculty this academic year. Work will begin with CFIT & CHW next academic year asthe roll out continues.IMPLEMENTATIONSESSIONSuggested  for  all  A&S,  COB,COHM,  &  COED  faculty  whoneed  help  with  their  post-implementation  form—all  facultyin  these  four  colleges  need  toimplement  at  least  one  REALactivity  in  at  least  one  of  theircourses in  the spring  of 2025 andsubmit  their  post-implementationforms  by  the  end  of  the  springsemester.Jan. 24 – 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Jan. 31 – 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.Facilitated by Chris Westgate,College of Arts & SciencesOn  Friday,  December  6  from  10-12 and  1-3 pm  S.I. Aurorafrom  the  Institute  for  Experiential  Learning  will  host  a  byinvite only  session. Faculty  who  attend will  earn a  badgefrom  the  IEL!  The  workshop  will  engage  with  Kolb’slearning  theory  and  its gray  areas,  as  well  as  the possibilityfor  entering  the  cycle  from  random  points  or  in  acounterclockwise direction. A portion of the workshop willbe dedicated  to  critiques  over  Kolb’s  model, its  language,and  its  cycle.  We’ll  also  delve  into  the  yin  and  yang  oflearning styles. There is a cap of 32 faculty for this by inviteonly session. Each of the college leads will extend an inviteto a few faculty to join this non-recorded session on a first-come  first-serve  basis.  In  addition,  if  you  have  alreadyimplemented REAL in one of your courses and would like topush your thinking further, email real@jwu.edu and we willreserve  a  handful  of  Champions  workshop  seats  as  first-come, first-served. This is a one-time-only workshop.U P D A T E S   &   E V E N T SR E A L   P R O G R E S S   &   I M P O R T A N T   F A C U L T Y   I N F OCheck Out the New uLearn Site!Click Here to Register R E A L   C H A M P I O N S   W O R K S H O PW I T H   T H E   I N S T I T U T E   F O RE X P E R I E N T I A L   L E A R N I N G

Based on conversations that have taken placein workshops and among cohort participantsat  the  Center  for  Teaching  &  Learning,many  of  our  JWU  faculty  and  staff  havefascinating  stories  to  tell.  In  fact,  themembers  of  our  first  memoir  writing  cohorthave met  several times  and are  working ondrafting their stories to share with each otherfor feedback. If you’d like to share your storyin  the  form  of  a  memoir  (of  any  length)  butdon’t know where to start, or you’ve alreadydrafted  a  memoir  but  would  like  feedbackfrom  colleagues,  contact  Karen  Shea(Karen.Shea@jwu.edu)  to  discuss  organizinga second memoir writing group at the CTL.These  hybrid  support  sessions  aredesigned  to  support  those  who  areteaching  ENG1020  (Rhetoric  &Composition I). Adjunct faculty who areteaching  ENG1020  for  the  first  time  andlearning how to navigate uLearn and thetextbook digital platform "Achieve" areencouraged to attend  either in person orremotely,  or  email  questions  to  KarenShea  (Karen.Shea@jwu.edu)  and  requesta recording of any session.12/33:45-4:45 PMLocation: Hybrid (CTL & Zoom)Have you attended one of our workshops?Please take a moment to complete our feedbacksurvey.Humanizing  Technology  Special  Topic  –Amid  an  increasing  digitalization  of  theworking world,  everyday work activities arebecoming more and more technology-based.Yet,  we  cannot  forget  that  the  worksupported  by  these  efforts  are  created,cultivated,  assessed,  and  critiqued  byhumans.  Articles  focusing  on  thehumanization  of technology-based  learningand  assessment  is  the  focus  for  the  IJTLHESpring  2024  special  edition.  Due  Date  forSubmission is December 6, 2024.Want to get involved with the Center?Need help advertising your event?Email Us!Ideas for CTL ProgrammingReservations for SpaceAdvertise Your EventShare A ResourceSuggestions & General FeedbackM E M O I R   W R I T I N G   C I R C L EE N G   1 0 2 0   O P E N   O F F I C E   H O U R SS P E C I A L   I N T E R E S TEmail Karen SheaClick Here to RegisterW E   W A N T   Y O U R   F E E D B A C K !Click Here to Complete Our SurveyI S T E L   C A L L   F O R   P A P E R SHAVE A WORKSHOP IDEA?Click Here to Learn More,or to Submit Your Work

All recorded sessions are available on our JWULink page.Support at any stage of the writing process: Brainstorming, organizing adraft, and final line editing for article manuscripts, conference abstracts,committee bylaws, fiction & non-fiction.Looking for specialized assistance in your field? We will connect you withexperienced colleagues in your department for specialized services. Needadvice regarding publishing? We can help you find the best fit with localand national publication venues.Planning to present at a conference? We can help you organize yourpresentation slides; ensure that your slides are error-free and that yourbullet points are in parallel format; offer suggestions for effectively openingand closing your presentation; and serve as a practice audience.Please email us to inquire.The CTL offers confidential teaching consultations and/or observations forthose interested in improving their classroom delivery methods, revisingassessments, or handling challenging situations. Please email us to make anappointment.Research consultants are available in most disciplines to assist you withestablishing a research question, qualitative, quantitative and mixedmethods data collection and analysis, literature reviews, anddissemination. Please email us to inquire.Interested in learning more about your colleagues' teaching strategies? Would youlike to pair up with another faculty member to discuss lesson design and delivery?We can put you in contact with other faculty members interested in this practice,help you set teaching goals, and hold each other accountable. Please email us to beput on the list for this program which will begin Spring Semester. R E C O R D E D S E S S I O N SM E N U O F S E R V I C E SC T L W R I T I N G S E R V I C E ST E A C H I N G C O N S U L T A T I O N SR E S E A R C H C O N S U L T A T I O N SP E E R T E A C H I N G O B S E R V A T I O N P R O G R A M

D I D Y O U K N O W ?The annual Academic Chairpersons Conference provides practical, usable information in a climateof open discussion and collaborative exchange, benefiting academic chairpersons, administrators,and faculty from all areas of higher ed.Conference format includes: New Chair Alliance Workshop (optional)Plenary Sessions and General Session PanelsInteractive WorkshopsBest Practice PresentationsRoundtable DiscussionsNetworking and One-on-One MentoringSession Topics include a wide range of topics with a consistent focus on practice solutions to thechallenges facing academic leaders: Department Leadership, DEI, Conflict Management,Professional Development, Emerging Trends in Higher Ed., etc.Academic Chairpersons ConferenceFebruary 5th - 7th, 2025 -Indianapolis, IndianaHighly recommendedby previouslyinvolved JWUcolleagues!Click Here to Register

Katrina Herold,Ed.D.,DirectorAdam Smith,Ph.D.,Charlotte RepKaren Shea,Ph.D.Assistant DirectorDiane Santurri,M.Ed.,Providence RepChris Westgate,Ph.D.,DEIB FellowAlyson Marzini,Academic AdministrativeCoordinatorCenter for Teaching & Learning Executive Steering Committee Contact ListM I S S I O N   S T A T E M E N TThe mission of the Johnson & Wales University Center for Teaching and Learning is to foster acommunity of lifelong learners and enhance the student experience by inspiring innovative research,scholarship, collaboration, and impactful facilitation of learning.katrina.herold@jwu.edu401-598-2249karen.shea@jwu.edu401-598-2264christopher.westgate@jwu.edu401-598-2764adam.smith@jwu.edu980-598-3221diane.santurri@jwu.edu401-598-2535alyson.marzini@jwu.edu401-598-1841C T L   C O R E   C O M M I T T E E

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