PIP System (SUNY Orange)

2022 - 2023 Center for Teaching and Learning Plan

A general statement (narrative) about what the department wants to accomplish.

Last updated on: 11/22/2021 10:18 am by Dana Salkowsky

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The Center for Teaching & Learning 

Vision

The Center for Teaching & Learning  (CTL) serves as a resource center that explores, promotes, and supports excellence in teaching and learning, pedagogical best practices, innovative technologies, and campus collaborations that enhance the student experience.

Mission

The Center for Teaching & Learning is committed to supporting faculty and staff through professional development opportunities that enhance the quality of the teaching and learning process and the student-centered learning environment at SUNY Orange.

The CTL:

  • provides pedagogical best practices and technology training to enhance course goals and objectives.
  • fosters the integration of innovative teaching methods/technologies to meet the diverse learning styles of students.
  • provides professional development resources and training opportunities that enhance the teaching and learning experience.
  • supports collegiality of SUNY Orange faculty and staff through collaborative workshops and dialogue.
  • explores new technology options that support student learning and success.
  • is committed to delivering support and resources through the development of content that is Flexible, Accessible and Consistent 

Goals

The goals of the CTL align with the College Strategic Priorities, the Academic Master Plan, Student Success Initiatives, and Instructional Technology Priorities.  The CTL will... 

  • identify, acquire and integrate emerging instructional technology & training needs in higher education to support the college’s academic programs
  • maintain currency of training programs and curriculum development to align with the evolving academic needs of the student body
  • foster an atmosphere of collaboration and partnerships across the college
  • showcase innovation and creativity among the faculty and staff in support of student success
  • provide adjunct and new faculty mentoring and support
  • provide professional development opportunities that are Flexible, Accessible and Consistent 

Department Goals

Specific things the department wishes to achieve or accomplish this academic year.

# Department Goal
1 Collaborate with the Office of Academic Technology and the Office of Accessibility Services to expand professional development opportunities to cultivate accessibility knowledge and skill for instructors and staff
2 Create CTL series for faculty support and development in alignment with Guided Pathway integration.
3 Create, in collaboration with CDO and CIDE, a series of workshops and content supporting equity, diversity and inclusion across the institution.
4 Expand 'Adjunct Outreach & Support' through customized programs and content delivery
5 Support the implementation of Title V grant initiatives through the development of programming and content for faculty/staff professional development.
6 Support Internship Program (courses) through collaboration and student placements in fulfillment of criteria

Initiatives

Projects or processes that would assist you in achieving one or more of your goals this academic year.

Initiative Title Importance  
Equity, Inclusion & Diversity Training High
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Guided Pathways Professional Development & Speaker Series High
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Internship Program ~ Career Resources & Closet High
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