The Center for Learning and Teaching offers seminars, workshops and expert speakers throughout the year. These events and programs are intended to help anyone who teaches at ßÙßÇÂþ» be as effective as possible so that students achieve learning that lasts. Seminars may feature a presentation with discussion, a panel of BU faculty sharing teaching insights, or other discussion-oriented formats. Workshops include hands-on learning opportunities, such as technical training. Expert speakers help bring the latest pedagogical developments to ßÙßÇÂþ» from the larger community of higher education.
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Zoom Only
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Today’s students are navigating college in the wake of a pandemic, rising mental health concerns, shifting cultural expectations and distractions. They’re emotionally intelligent, socially engaged, and career-focused—but also anxious, hesitant to speak up, and often unsure how to approach academic challenges.
In this panel, faculty from across disciplines will share their firsthand experiences teaching Generation Z students—born roughly between 1995 and 2010—and offer insight into what’s working, what’s challenging, and what’s changing in the classroom.
This conversation also invites us to reflect on the generational learning happening in both directions: while we teach Gen Z, we’re also learning from and with them—revisiting what learning means in a time of rapid cultural, technological, and institutional change.
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Today’s students are navigating college in the wake of a pandemic, rising mental health concerns, shifting cultural expectations and distractions. They’re emotionally intelligent, socially engaged, and career-focused—but also anxious, hesitant to speak up, and often unsure how to approach academic challenges.
In this panel, faculty from across disciplines will share their firsthand experiences teaching Generation Z students—born roughly between 1995 and 2010—and offer insight into what’s working, what’s challenging, and what’s changing in the classroom.
This conversation also invites us to reflect on the generational learning happening in both directions: while we teach Gen Z, we’re also learning from and with them—revisiting what learning means in a time of rapid cultural, technological, and institutional change.
Register to recieve the Zoom link
2:00pm - 3:00pm
LN-1324C
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We will be conducting a pilot in the spring 2026 semester for two D2L/Brightspace tools,Ìý. ÌýIn preparation for the pilot we are recruiting faculty who would like to participate and share their feedback at the conclusion of the pilot.
The session will offer an overview of the tools and provide an opportunity for questions. ÌýRefreshments will be provided. ÌýAnd please share this event with your colleagues.
Refreshments will be provided.
12:00pm - 1:30pm
The Learning Studio (LN1324C)
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Due to the changing landscape of AI, the topic will be determined closer to the event.
Lunch will be provided.
1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Learning Studio (LN1324C)
Registration Form:
Large lectures don’t have to mean passive learning. This session will explore student-centered activities and strategies for fostering participation, collaboration, and deeper learning—even in big classes. We’ll look at practical approaches you can integrate immediately to make your large lecture courses more engaging and effective.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided.
12:00pm - 1:30pm
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For those who are thankful for the creative and pedagogical opportunities that emerging technologies such as generative AI (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) offer, this pre-Thanksgiving session will explore how such technologies may enhance learning, support innovation, and prepare students for changing educational and professional landscapes. This workshop will facilitate conversations about ways/practices that might foster and develop new skills, techniques, and creativity.
Each workshop will review the revised I Gen. Ed. learning outcomes and offer practical strategies in light of the new requirement to consider emerging technologies in your courses. Attend the workshop that best suits your perspective or join both for a fuller conversation. During and after the workshops, facilitators and participants will help develop, collect, and share resources: assignments, activities, syllabi, rubrics, and guidelines for evaluation for instructors who wish to keep or add the I designation.
[SUNY has updated the student learning outcomes for the Information Literacy (I) General Education category to include consideration of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, beginning Fall 2026. To help faculty engage and adapt to these changes, the University Task Force on General Education Updates: Civic Discourse and Artificial Intelligence and the Center for Learning and Teaching (CLT) are offering two workshops, each tailored to different teaching perspectives.]
Lunch will be provided.
For those who are thankful for the creative and pedagogical opportunities that emerging technologies such as generative AI (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) offer, this pre-Thanksgiving session will explore how such technologies may enhance learning, support innovation, and prepare students for changing educational and professional landscapes. This workshop will facilitate conversations about ways/practices that might foster and develop new skills, techniques, and creativity.
Each workshop will review the revised I Gen. Ed. learning outcomes and offer practical strategies in light of the new requirement to consider emerging technologies in your courses. Attend the workshop that best suits your perspective or join both for a fuller conversation. During and after the workshops, facilitators and participants will help develop, collect, and share resources: assignments, activities, syllabi, rubrics, and guidelines for evaluation for instructors who wish to keep or add the I designation.
[SUNY has updated the student learning outcomes for the Information Literacy (I) General Education category to include consideration of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, beginning Fall 2026. To help faculty engage and adapt to these changes, the University Task Force on General Education Updates: Civic Discourse and Artificial Intelligence and the Center for Learning and Teaching (CLT) are offering two workshops, each tailored to different teaching perspectives.]
Lunch will be provided.
1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Learning Studio (LN1324C)
Registration Form:
Join us for our final event of the semester and a round of Great Ideas for Teaching Students. This workshop is where you, the instructor, can share your favorite tips and tricks for teaching students while you enjoy camaraderie and good cheer.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided.