Teaching and Learning Community

Unlock your full potential as an educator with the Teaching and Learning Community.

 
 
Traditional professional development is often limited in scope and lacking in engagement. The Teaching and Learning Community is a unique, interdisciplinary community of practice that promotes ongoing development and collaboration for educators.
 
As a member of our vibrant community, you’ll have access to a diverse group of educators from different backgrounds, each bringing their unique perspectives and expertise to the table. Whether it’s through synchronous or asynchronous engagement, the Teaching and Learning Community provides multiple entry points for growth and transformation in your teaching practice.
 
Join us today and experience the power of collaboration in teaching and learning. Discover what you’re truly capable of as an educator with the Teaching and Learning Community.

Who Should Participate

  • Faculty (full or part-time),
  • Staff,
  • Administrators, or
  • Teaching assistants (graduate or undergraduate)

How You’ll Benefit

  • Foster Quality Learning – Harness evidence-based practices and engage with faculty across the country to ensure quality learning experiences for your students.

  • Enhance Your Courses: Get new ideas and gain the skills needed to implement quality changes for your courses with TLC’s expert facilitators and extensive on-demand resources.

  • Upgrade Your Teaching: Upgrade your teaching skills with TLC’s modules, videos, and webinars. For your professional development, you will  Certificate of Completion at the end!

  • Deep Expertise – With our Fellows and Staff expertise in their fields, you’ll be in the best hands to advance your career and improve your teaching.

Apply for the Fall Course- Gateway Course Design

Key Features

Offered asynchronously to fit your schedule.  Both the course and the teaching and learning-related resources are available on-demand.

Fall Course 2026- Gateway Course Design

Dates: November 9 – December 7, 2026

Stay tuned for new offerings coming soon

The Teaching and Learning Community meets every 4-6 weeks during the academic year, providing a virtual space where participants can receive support in their teaching practice.

Discussions during the community meetings are facilitated by the Teaching and Learning Fellows and center on topics that are of interest to the participants.

Topics for this year include: alternative approaches to grading/ungrading, feedback, fostering deeper learning and engagement through beautiful questions, mental health and well-being (student and faculty).

Meetings every 4- 6 weeks and an online group space provides the opportunity to engage in faculty from across the country.

The Gardner Institute’s Teaching and Learning Fellows and Staff who are experts in their fields, lead the Community.

Fees

Fall Course- Gateway Course Design- $340 per participant

Stay tuned for new offerings coming soon

Email info@gardnerinstitute.org for more information.

Interested in registering a team of 10 or more?
Discounted rates are available for teams of 10 or more. Please email Info@gardnerinstitue.org for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Applications are open year-round. You can register at this link.

Gateway Design Course
 
Dates: November 9-December 7. All sessions are  12-1 p.m. ET
  • November 9

  • November 16

  • November 30

  • December 7

Applicants can join anytime by registering for these courses:

  • Fall 2026– To be announced

Upon completion of the signature course final project each participant will receive a digital certificate or badge.

Engage in interdisciplinary learning with academics from other departments or even other universities.

Learn what other faculty have accomplished through participation in the Teaching and Learning Community.

Teaching and Learning Community Team

Bryan Dewsbury pictured in a blue sweater and tie

Associate Professor of Biology, Associate Director of the STEM Transformation Institute
Florida International University
Fellow, Gardner Institute

Photo of Mays Imad in a dark top.

Assistant Professor
Department of Biology
Connecticut College
Fellow, Gardner Institute
Senior Fellow, AACU STEM

Josh Caulkins pictured outside in a blue and white plaid shirt

Director, Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott Campus
Fellow, Gardner Institute

Doctoral Candidate, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Graduate Assistant, Gardner Institute

Stephanie M. Foote stands in a grey jacket with a black shirt and necklace

Vice President for Teaching, Learning, and Evidence-Based Practices,
Gardner Institute
Lecturer, Stony Brook University

Photo of Brad Wuetherick

Associate Provost, Academic Programs, Teaching and Learning, University of British Columbia – Okanagan Campus
Fellow, Gardner Institute

Watch a session of Lessons Learned featuring the Teaching and Learning Community team

Upcoming Events

13 Apr 2026

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