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Facilitators: Sue Hellman and Sylvia Currie
Course written and designed by Sue Hellman
Writing a teaching philosophy statement is a complex task. The volume of 'how to' articles and samples available online can be overwhelming. In this course, you'll find a shortlist of resources organized into a process designed to move you from the initial step of collecting your thoughts to composing a first draft (at least) and receiving peer feedback. You can follow along sequentially or cherry pick topics and activities that best fit your needs. THANKS to those of you who have already completed the short survey. If you haven't already done so, it's not too late. No names will be made public.
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Find the links to your institution &/or division’s mission statement, strategic plan, and any other pertinent documents. Take a look at what they say about what makes for good teaching and learning on your campus (whether bricks and mortar or online).
One important use of a TPS is to show how your teaching is aligned with the values of your institution. Many sources also suggest that adjuncts & grad students who are actively looking for work should be prepared to rewrite their TPSs to fit the priorities of each job posting. This does not mean reinventing yourself but rather highlighting aspects of your experience & pedagogical perspective which make you a good candidate for a particular position.