The CTE offers a wide range of workshops each semester. Graduate students can attend individual workshops according to their needs and interests and/or pursue the Microcredential in Evidence-based Pedagogy. Workshops are designed to be hands-on and include lunch. RSVP to secure your spot!
Microcredential in Evidence-based Pedagogy
The microcredential program offers a series of curated workshops on evidence-based pedagogy to provide just-in-time preparation for key tasks associated with roles such as teaching assistant and graduate instructor of record. The program is designed to complement the Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning and to offer accelerated pedagogical development for graduate students and postdocs when other commitments preclude them from pursuing Certificate courses.
Each semester, the CTE offers multiple student-focused workshops on topics such as reflective practice, the course design process, evidence-based instruction and assessment practices, and navigating challenges in the classroom. Workshops are identified as foundational, intermediate, and advanced, and the CTE provides guidance on paths for various roles (e.g., teaching assistant, future instructor of record). Participants also have access to individual consultations and open office hours with CTE faculty to further develop pedagogical materials.
The program’s pace is designed for participation across two or more semesters, but it can be completed in a single semester if students are preparing to teach the following semester. Participants can register for as many workshops as they would like; however, to satisfy the microcredential requirements, participants must attend at least 5 workshops (covering 6 learning outcomes), complete a post-workshop survey for each workshop, submit a reflection and evaluation form after completing 5 workshops, and participate in a post-program interview with a CTE faculty member. To register for the microcredential, RSVP for the workshop(s) of your choice; workshop facilitators will provide more information about the microcredential at each workshop.
Microcredential Learning Outcomes
- Develop meaningful course goals and measurable learning outcomes.
- Apply inclusive course design principles to address diverse learning needs.
- Select strategies for equitable assessment and feedback.
- Design instruction that integrates active learning and formative feedback.
- Develop strategies to respond effectively to teaching-related challenges.
- Apply reflective practice methods to inform and evaluate pedagogy.
Sample Workshop Topics
- Creating a course goal and learning outcomes
- Essentials of inclusive teaching
- Aligning pedagogical beliefs, goals, and practices
- Teaching at scale
- Designing and using rubrics for equitable assessment
- Facilitating discussion and group work
- Evaluating teaching effectiveness
- Designing an inclusive syllabus
- Interactive lecturing
- Integrating Universal Design for Learning into teaching
- Navigating difficult conversations
Graduate Fellow Specialty Workshops
Each year, the CTE's Graduate Fellows design and conduct workshops on special topics. These deep dives offer an opportunity for reflection, discussion, and application on a wide range of intructional and assessment strategies. The specialty workshops also provide credit towards the microcredential. Join our listserv (access https://mailman.rice.edu/mailman/listinfo/cte-grad through Firefox) to receive updates on the workshop dates and topics!
Past Graduate Fellow Workshops
2025-2026
Teaching with AI and Digital Tools - Practical, Ethical, and Actionable
Facilitated by Masoud Jabbari
Pedagogy of Research Communication
Facilitated by Elijah Kritzell
2024-2025
Navigating AI in Education: Opportunities and Challenges
Facilitated by Kelsey Murphy
Using Storytelling for Effective Pedagogy
Facilitated by AJ Yates
2023-2024
Supporting Students Who Are Falling Behind
Facilitated by Emilie Newsham Novak
Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment to Serve All Students
Facilitated by Fernanda Morales Calva
Growth Mindset: Listen to the Voice that Says "You Can Do It!"
Facilitated by Daniela del Río