#  Graduate TA Training in the Biomedical Sciences 

 





 Semester:   Fall 

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 Year offered:  2019 

 

 

 

 This course is an introduction to the skills and frameworks necessary for success as a graduate student teaching assistant (TA). After completing this 6 hour introduction, students will be able to:

\- describe core pedagogy concepts including backwards design, formative assessment, active learning, alignment, and inclusive teaching

\- identify ways these core concepts influence their work as graduate student TAs

\- demonstrate the ability to apply these concepts to their expected teaching and course-related responsibilities

\- identify classroom management and interpersonal approaches that minimize conflict and maximize student belonging and performance

 This course consists of three 2-hour meetings:  
**Wednesday, August 28th 4-6PMWednesday, September 11th 4-6PM**  
**Thursday, September 19th 4-6PM**

 This nanocourse is open to all interested participants but is a **required prerequisite** for students wishing to enroll in MedSci 312qc. HILS graduate students serving as TAs in the Fall 2019 semester who wish to enroll in MedSci 312qc must first register for this nanocourse and then request instructor permission for the quarter course.

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