Event Details
Event Title Teaching Skills for Postdocs | Module 6: Teaching Philosophy Statements
Location Marsico 2004
Sponsor Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
Date/Time 06/24/2026 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
For more information, contact the event administrator: Alan Marsh alan2005@email.unc.edu
 
Teaching Philosophy Statements: Reflecting on Your Teaching
How do you productively reflect on and communicate your values as an instructor? This workshop will cover the challenging task of writing an effective Teaching Philosophy Statement.

About Teaching Skills for Postdocs: Sharpen your teaching skills and enhance your effectiveness in the classroom with this six-part workshop series designed specifically for postdoctoral scholars. Each session provides practical strategies and hands-on guidance on essential aspects of teaching, including course design, communicating expectations, facilitating discussion, grading efficiently, integrating AI responsibly, and reflecting on your teaching philosophy. Develop practical techniques so you will be ready to teach confidently and effectively.

Full Workshop Schedule:
1/28: Module 1 | Backward Design 
2/25: Module 2 | Transparent Assignment Design 
3/25: Module 3 | Teaching and GenAI 
4/29: Module 4 | Facilitating Classroom Discussion 
5/27: Module 5 | Grading and Assessing Student Work
6/24: Module 6 | Teaching Philosophy Statements