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Upcoming Teaching Workshops!

OPD supports graduate students and postdocs teaching right now and helps prepare them for careers as teachers in higher education.

Time Management for TAs and Grad Instructors
Wednesday, February 11th - 12:00-1:10pm (551 Goodell)
Are your teaching responsibilities taking up more time and energy than feels sustainable? In this workshop, we’ll talk together about ways to approach teaching that protect your time and well-being (while continuing to support your students). Please feel free to bring your lunch; snacks and tea provided. 
 
Teaching Portfolios
Thursday, April 9th - 11:30am-12:20pm (online)
In this workshop, you will learn the essentials of crafting a teaching portfolio that showcases your effectiveness in the classroom. Topics will include the purpose, content, and format of the teaching portfolio. 
 
Teaching Statements
Thursday, April 16th - 11:30am-1:00pm (online)
A teaching statement is a critical document for graduate students and postdocs who anticipate a career in teaching, whether at the college level or elsewhere. This interactive workshop will cover the basics, as well as what makes an excellent statement stand out!

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Johanna Yunker

Johanna Frances Yunker

Associate Director, Office of Professional Development
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Email: jyunker [at] grad [dot] umass [dot] edu
Phone: (413) 545-5347

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