Career Development

The “Pillars of Teaching Assistantship” workshop series and certificate is designed to provide TAs with a comprehensive, research-based foundation for teaching in the role of TA. TAs will earn a Pillars certificate after completing all six workshops and their brief pre- and post- workshop activities. In this workshop on January 19th, you will explore several classroom-based assessment and questioning techniques that are based on the principles of giving effective feedback. Read on to learn more!

Wednesday, January 13th, 2021 - 8:00am


The "Pillars of Teaching Assistantship" workshop series and certificate is designed to provide TAs with a comprehensive, research-based foundation for teaching in the role of TA. TAs will earn a Pillars certificate after completing all six workshops and their brief pre- and post- workshop activities. Click on the link below to register for the session. You will receive an email confirmation with more information.

Pillar 3: Assessing Student Learning
3A. Effective Questioning and Classroom Assessment Techniques

Facilitator: Eugene Riordan, TA Pedagogical Advisor

Much of a TA's role during section is to formulate generative questions, structure activities that check student understanding, and give effective feedback. In this workshop, you will explore several classroom-based assessment and questioning techniques that are based on the principles of giving effective feedback.

When: Tuesday, January 19
Time: 1-2pm

Register today!

This workshop will also be offered on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Click here for more information.