Career & Tools

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 March 31, you will learn about the diversity of UCSB's undergraduate students and how to support them from a perspective of inclusivity. Read on to learn more!

Monday, March 29th, 2021 - 3:13pm


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. More information about this series as well as other Spring 2021 Instructional Development workshops can be found here. *All Spring Pillars workshops will be recorded.

Pillar 1: Creating Supportive Learning Environments
Fostering Belonging and Community in the Classroom
Facilitator: Dr. Mindy Colin, Instructional Development

Come learn about the diversity of UCSB's undergraduate students and how to support them from a perspective of inclusivity. In this workshop, you will explore communication and classroom strategies that promote community, and reflect on how your life experiences affect your interactions with undergraduates.

When: Wednesday, March 31
Time: 3-4pm PST
*Register for the workshop here (further instructions will be sent via email)
Zoom url