Teaching and Learning
Welcome
First and foremost, our collective mission at SJSU is to serve our remarkably diverse student body, supporting them as they strive to realize their educational potential. The topics in this strand are arranged to reflect steps in the process of planning and assessing a wide array of programmatic and course-specific student-centered learning experiences. Please visit our Calendar of Events for the coming workshops.
Engaging for Success
Many factors shape students' experience and ultimate success. One of the most powerful is the teachers they encounter along the way. On this page, you will find resources and conversation-starters to help you, as you think about how you can best "reach and teach" your students.
Understanding Our Students
The programs and opportunities listed here are intended to enable participants to gain insights about the students we serve and about how to promote their success.
Creating Caring and Respectful Teaching and Learning Communities
The resources provided here are intended to help faculty in identifying ways to create welcoming and intellectually engaging learning environments well-suited to our diverse student population.
Making Accessible Course Materials
The programs and opportunities listed here are intended to enable participants to develop and select instructional materials that are inclusive and accessible for all students.
Developing Teaching Strategies
The programs and opportunities listed here are intended to enable participants to explore, develop and select teaching strategies and activities that are best suited to promoting student success in achieving course learning outcomes.
Additional Teaching Resources
The resources listed here consisted of a collection of web-based open source courseware or content that may be used to enhance your teaching.
Conducting Research on Teaching and Learning
The wealth of resources listed here will guide you to find venues for disseminating your insights and good work in teaching. The staff at the Center is also here to assist you.