Learning and Sharing
Our SLG leaders have just wrapped up gathering valuable feedback from the mid-term surveys across their supported sections. These surveys offer insights of how study sessions are benefitting students and shed light on any barriers to attendance. Here are some testimonials: Great change to review, socialize. Nice to have an opportunity to ask a student … Read more
Collaborative Online International Learning A COIL project involves two or more faculty members from different universities that collaboratively develop project to be completed by students in both their classes. Students work together virtually to explore driving questions related to the course material and gain valuable teamwork skills and interdisciplinary and intercultural perspectives on the issues … Read more
Today, October 2nd, the Teaching and Learning Centre hosted a Meet & Greet in the format of a scavenger hunt. Faculty and staff chatted amongst the TLC team to meet the new members, discover what support is available, and learn about new programs that are available. If you want to know more about workshops, events, … Read more
As both students and instructors have developed skills and become more comfortable with using digital technologies, online courses have gained popularity due to the flexibility they offer. Our team at TLC has been supporting instructors in designing effective and accessible online courses. We recently developed and published the Online Course Guidebook as a resource that … Read more
To celebrate 50 years of excellence in teaching and mentoring, all UFV faculty and staff are invited to create a collaborative visual art piece that literally weaves together our wisdom as educators and mentors at UFV. Using embroidery hoops as looms, we will use simple weaving techniques to create unique and beautiful pearls that include … Read more
On September 5th, the SLG (Supported Learning Groups) team attended the PBD (Post Baccalaureate Diploma) Student Support Resource session. The information session was organized by UFV’s School of Business, and students enrolled in various PBD programs attended. At the end of the information session, students were divided into smaller groups in order to give them … Read more
Leanne Joe is offering beginner language sessions for greetings and territorial place names. Do you want to: learn how to introduce yourself in Halq’eméylem? practice pronouncing the names of the local First Nations? learn some of the history of Halq’eméylem and our sister dialects? If you are staff or faculty at UFV and said yes … Read more
During this session, we will learn about the Halq’eméylem speaking Stó:lō peoples intrinsic relationship with what they refer to as S’ólh Téméxw. We will connect with the land and learn how to create a personal and culturally appropriate territory acknowledgment. *This workshop will be conducted outside. Dress appropriate for the weather. Dates: April 17, 2024 … Read more
Please join us for another “Celebrate Learning at UFV” event, proudly hosted by Teaching and Learning. We’re excited to showcase some exceptional UFV educators from different disciplines, each sharing their innovative approach to student learning. By joining in this event, you’ll gain fresh insights, practical strategies, and a deeper appreciation for the remarkable work your … Read more
REGISTER HERE! Wednesday, May 8, 8:30 am – 3 pm, Abbotsford Campus, Evered Hall in S Building. UFV Teaching & Learning is excited to host ConnectED 2024, – a day for building connections, engaging in teaching and learning experiences, and creating opportunities for transforming education, one conversation, idea, and action at a time. In Radical … Read more