Arts and Sciences Teaching Values and Commitments

The College of Arts and Sciences values teaching that:

1. focuses on course design and interaction that prioritizes clear communication of student learning objectives and expectations in addition to well-organized materials and activities that connect in transparent ways to the course objectives and topic;
2. implements consistent, fair, effective, and transparent assessment practices that provide constructive feedback to students;
3. prioritizes student-centered instruction that fosters engagement and promotes differentiated approaches to diverse learners through the creation of supportive, accessible, and inclusive learning environments;
4. aligns student learning objectives, assessment, and instruction both across the course and with programmatic and institutional outcomes; and
5. commits to continuous improvement and innovation using evidence-based strategies and course assessment results to inform instructional decisions and improve student learning outcomes.