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 April 13, 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!

Friday, April 2nd, 2021 - 7:30am


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.

You must pre-register to attend this workshop. All Spring workshops will be recorded.

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, April 13
Time: 2-3pm
Register here
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