Description
A program for graduate student teaching assistants (TAs) designed to encourage them to become scholars of teaching and explore new innovations in instruction.
Benefits of Studying Graduate Teaching at University of Texas at Dallas:
By enrolling in the Graduate Teaching program at UT Dallas, you will have the opportunity to enhance your teaching skills, deepen your understanding of pedagogy, and improve your instructional performance. This program will equip you with the necessary tools to excel in a teaching career in higher education and enhance your employment prospects.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the program can pursue teaching careers in higher education institutions, research positions, curriculum development roles, and educational leadership positions.
Requirement
- Hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent
- Submit a CV
- Provide a writing sample
- Successfully complete one graduate-level workshop in any creative writing genre
- Obtain approval from the Director of Creative Writing, Language and Literature Program Coordinator, and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies
Structure
Courses in Pedagogy
Complete three online courses: Lecturing 2, Understanding the Principles of Course Design, and Developing Your Teaching.
Teaching Experience
Complete two additional semesters of teaching experience in a classroom, studio, laboratory, or online setting.
Original Work and Its Assessment
Submit an original work for assessment by a faculty mentor or designated personnel.
Exploration of Pedagogy
Choose from various options to explore pedagogy in your discipline.
Teaching Philosophy Statement
Write or revise your teaching philosophy statement based on program participation.
Teaching Workshops and Events
Attend a minimum of three teaching development workshops or events.