Tag Teaching

Passionate, student-focused psychology instructor Hendricks dies

March 12, 2013

Bryan Hendricks, who became a student favorite during 12 years as an instructor in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Psychology Department, died Friday morning at age 66 following an illness that had recently forced his retirement.

UW-Madison ranks 30th worldwide in reputation

March 4, 2013

UW-Madison is again being recognized as one of the world's top learning institutions this year, placing 30th in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings.

UW-Madison to expand distance learning with Massive Open Online Courses

February 20, 2013

The University of Wisconsin–Madison announced today that it will offer four pilot courses as part of a new delivery system in higher education known as Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs).

Early-career faculty improving undergraduate education

February 19, 2013

Nineteen early-career faculty have been named fellows of the new Madison Teaching and Learning Excellence (MTLE) program.

Teaching and Learning Symposium seeks ideas

January 8, 2013

The annual Teaching and Learning Symposium provides a chance to share best practices, celebrate accomplishments and discuss new learning and teaching practices and theories in a forum dedicated to enriching the UW–Madison learning experience.

From penguins to hyenas, vet students care for the wildest patients

December 18, 2012

A UW–Madison initiative is one of only 22 accredited zoological medicine residency programs in the world, and its mission is to prepare veterinarians to effectively treat the increasing number of exotic pets, animals at zoos and aquaria, and injured and sick wildlife — and free-ranging wildlife as well.

UW–Madison students, faculty receive 2012-13 Fulbright Program grants

October 23, 2012

A group of University of Wisconsin–Madison students and faculty have received 2012-13 grants from the Fulbright Program, the country's flagship program for international educational exchange.

Brower named to UW System and UW-Extension posts; Olsen selected as interim vice provost for teaching and learning

August 22, 2012

Christopher Olsen has been named interim vice provost for teaching and learning at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, following Aaron Brower’s appointment as interim provost at UW-Extension and special assistant to UW System President Kevin Reilly.

UW-Madison ranks 27th among top universities in the world

March 19, 2012

UW-Madison placed 27th in the annual Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings.

A new resource for campus biology educators

March 13, 2012

The UW–Madison campus has always been an active setting for innovation in biology education. Now, a new resource is available to campus biology educators through the Institute for Biology Education.

Center turns to innovative methods with first-year students

November 8, 2011

Inside UW–Madison talks with Center for the First-Year Experience Director Wren Singer ahead of the center's annual conference about how the university has shifted to a more comprehensive approach to serving the needs of first-year students.

70 recent UW–Madison graduates head out to Teach For America

August 3, 2011

When 2,300 Teach For America members begin their two-year service this fall, the University of Wisconsin–Madison will be well represented.

UW-Madison soil scientist named U.S. professor of the year

November 18, 2010

A University of Wisconsin–Madison associate professor of soil science has just been named U.S. Professor of the Year

Call for proposals: 2011 Teaching and Learning Symposium

November 17, 2010

Submit your proposal for a presentation, workshop, or learning circle here. Deadline: Midnight, Monday, January 17, 2011.

Course adds to environmental awareness

April 22, 2009

Ph.D. student in literary studies Todd Goddard has found a way to unite his concern for the environment with his teaching. In his section of English 201, he provides 16 students with real-world communications experience while giving 11 local nonprofits some much-needed help. In the process, he helps increase environmental awareness among his students and the audiences they serve.

New Web site promotes conversation on teaching

January 22, 2009

Whether they are stumped by a classroom dilemma or inspired by a breakthrough moment with students, faculty and instructional staff will now have the opportunity to spark a broader conversation about teaching practices through a new interactive Web resource.

UW tackles neglected realm of training for science professors in training

November 27, 2008

U.S. science and engineering students emerge from graduate school exquisitely trained to carry out research. Yet when it comes to the other major activity they'll engage in as professors — teaching — they're usually left to their own devices. That's now beginning to change, thanks to work at UW–Madison.

New fellows join Teaching Academy

June 2, 2008

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Teaching Academy has announced the induction of 12 new members, including four fellows and eight future faculty partners.

Symposium marks a decade of big strides in teaching, learning

May 13, 2008

If a University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate were to return to campus today after a ten-year absence, the first impression would be striking: A building boom has altered the landscape with glimmering new buildings and additions, while another wave of construction busily charges ahead.

Ten faculty receive Distinguished Teaching Awards

April 15, 2008

Every year, the Committee on Distinguished Teaching Awards honors faculty for teaching excellence.