Divisions & Initiatives
Online Learning
Our Online & Digital Learning hub offers resources to help you effectively translate your content to a digital platform, making it easier for both you and your students.
Online & Digital LearningLearning Assessment
Assessment for student learning is key to UW’s mission, helping educators analyze teaching effectiveness and make data-driven decisions to improve student outcomes.
Critical Thinking
The Critical and Creative Thinking Initiative helps instructors integrate effective strategies, supporting students in achieving these abstract learning outcomes.
Supporting Educators = Supporting Students
At the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning, we understand that student success doesn't happen by chance. It requires extensive research, thoughtful planning and effective content delivery. As an expert in your field, we know you’ve got the content covered. Our role is to support you in delivering that content more effectively. We recognize the tremendous effort you already put into your work and our goal is to help you work smarter, not harder. Let us help you elevate your instruction and see improved student outcomes in your classes. Let ECTL assist you in taking your teaching to the next level!
How Can We Best Support You?
The Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning is your go-to resource for pedagogical support. We’re committed to improving student outcomes by providing UW’s top instructors with the tools they need. With a variety of events and programs, you can find the support that best fits your needs.
ECTL Events
ECTL hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. ECTL Events may be held in-person, online or as recorded sessions and are open to all instructors, unless noted otherwise. We know your time is valuable and often in short supply, which is why we tailor our offerings and ensure they address your pressing needs. Our calendar is constantly updated with unique events, so be sure to check back often for the latest resources available to you.
ECTL Programs
ECTL programs offer ongoing opportunities to enhance your teaching, improve student outcomes and connect with a supportive network. We offer a variety of programs covering different aspects of instruction, allowing you to choose which best aligns with your needs and goals. Whether you’re looking to refine specific teaching strategies or find ways to improve classroom dynamics, our programs are here to support your growth and success.
Ellbogen Center Services
We offer weekly drop-in support hours for any curriculum, pedagogy and WyoCourses questions.
ECTL partners with UW’s Online Education to help instructors design engaging online courses.
By request, we offer confidential consultations to support you in reaching your teaching goals.
This institute provides instructors time and tools to reflect on and refine teaching practices.
The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning offers a chance to collaboratively improve instruction.
A Note From Our Director
"Hello and welcome to the ECTL. You have arrived at a great place for ideas and assistance in improving student learning through best practices in teaching! Our instructional designers have years of experience in teaching a variety of disciplines, using a variety of modalities and are experts in pedagogy. Whether you are looking for tips or feedback on teaching, are interested in being part of a community of learners or want to check out one of our specific programs in digital teaching and learning, critical and creative thinking, collaborative communication or assessment of student learning- our friendly staff are here to point you in the right direction.”
-Janel Seeley, PhD
You Know We Love Data!
If there is anything the educators love more than a good three-letter-acronym (TLA, if you will), it’s data! We are all about data-driven decisions and supporting our practices with solid data. So, we’ve compiled a few key numbers for you.
Our calendar of events and programs is continually expanding to provide ongoing faculty support at UW. Stay updated on exciting upcoming events and be sure to check back often!
The ECTL library offers a wide range of respected and reviewed books on teaching and learning. All books are available for checkout and can be shipped to off-campus faculty.
We’ve gathered teaching tips, tools and resources to support effective instruction, including the Graduate Assistant Teaching Handbook and various professional development materials.
The ECTL Knowledge Base is the perfect starting point to access resources tailored to your goals, offering guidance on specific topics and support with teaching tools to help you succeed.
Learn more about the Ellbogen Center for Teaching and Learning mission, meet our staff and get in contact with us! We can’t wait to connect and start collaborating with you!
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