Description:

Join colleagues from across Northwestern at Teaching-Line Faculty Mini-Retreats, a new quarterly gathering created in response to what teaching-line faculty told us they value most: community, meaningful conversations, and opportunities to learn from colleagues and experts on topics that directly impact their work. This mini-retreat was intentionally designed with teaching-line faculty feedback and experiences at the center.

Our first topic is grading, one of the most complex aspects of teaching. This two-hour mini-retreat offers two interactive 45-minute sessions: Searle Center Distinguished Fellows—recipients of the University Teaching Awards—will share practices they use in their courses, and featured Northwestern instructors will discuss how they have implemented alternative assessment across a range of disciplines. Between sessions, continue the conversation and share your own on-the-ground grading expertise with colleagues over a seasonal lunch.

Participants are welcome to attend any and all portions of the retreat. 

11:00–11:45 AM—Session 1: Grading Practices with Distinguished Fellows 

11:45 AM–12:15 PM—Lunch & informal discussion 

12:15–1:00 PM—Session 2: Alternative Assessment with featured instructors

We look forward to learning with you and celebrating the expertise you bring to Northwestern. For questions, please contact Laura Ferdinand at laura.ferdinand@northwestern.edu.

All teaching-line, clinical, and NTE track faculty are welcome.