V. Other Study Options
University Teaching: Theory and Practice
Formal recognition on the graduate transcript is accorded to graduate students who successfully complete the course University Teaching: Theory and Practice. This program provides an opportunity to examine teaching and learning issues and to develop teaching skills appropriate to higher education. During the program, participants address the following topics: life as an academic, the characteristics of effective university teaching, students' learning styles, teaching options in class/laboratory/seminar settings, planning a class/course/curriculum, and helping students become effective problem-solvers.