Events

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 | 2:10-3:25pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

Deep machine learning and Larger Language Models have reached a level of sophistication whereby platforms can produce human-like text instantly. This applied to any structured language — poems and code alike. The latest attention is around the capabilities of ChatGPT and GPT-4 (Generative Pre-trained Transformer 4). With its new user-friendly interface, the AI chatbot launched on December 2 had attracted more than 1 million users within five days. The implications for our teaching are profound, but also exciting.

This TeachTalk event will create space to discuss the potential solutions to AI Aids in our Higher Education Liberal Arts context. Come gain knowledge about the possibilities for integrating ai aids into your pedagogy and assessments, and to consider the implications for academic integrity. We hope that you will join us for this informative and inspiring session.

Speaker:
Nancy W. Gleason, Director of the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning and Professor of Practice, Political Science at NYU Abu Dhabi

Friday, August 25, 2023 | 9-10am | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Breakfast and Refreshments 

Deep machine learning and Larger Language Models have reached a level of sophistication whereby platforms can produce human-like text instantly. The latest attention is around the capabilities of ChatGPT3.5 and GPT-4 (Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3.5 and 4), in generating exciting possibilities for the integration of AI aids into pedagogy and assessments in higher education liberal arts. With the potential for individualized AI tutors and interactive textbooks, education ministries and universities worldwide are exploring the transformative possibilities of this technology.

Duolingo's announcement of GPT-4 integration underscores the potential for AI to enhance language learning and assessment. However, assessment practices must change to ensure academic integrity. This shift requires educators to rethink the ways they teach and verify knowledge to adapt to the new technological capabilities.

Join us at the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning for a WeekZero workshop that examines the potential of generative AI in our Higher Education Liberal Arts context and considers the implications for academic integrity. We will explore the ways in which AI can enhance pedagogy and assessment and discuss how we can adapt to these changes. As we explore the possibilities of generative AI, we recognize that this is an exciting but challenging time and that the future of education requires thoughtful consideration and creative solutions.

Speaker
Nancy W. Gleason, PhD, Director of the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning and Associate Professor at NYU Abu Dhabi

Friday, August 25, 2023 | 10:45am-noon | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Refreshments

Join the NYUAD Librarians for an overview of the Library and how we can support you and your students in your research and teaching. Librarians would like to welcome you to our space, provide an overview of how to access our extensive collections, and highlight how you can partner with librarians on teaching research methods and more. We will also cover our range of services from our Academic Technology and AV teams as well as specialized materials in Archives and Special Collections. This session is ideal for both newcomers navigating the Library ecosystem for the first time as well as those looking to refresh their engagement with Library departments, services, and colleagues.

Speakers

Amani Magid, Coordinator of Library Instruction, Associate Academic Librarian for the Sciences and Engineering
Rebecca Maniates, Associate Academic Librarian for the Social Sciences

Friday, August 25, 2023, | 3-4pm | Campus Center (C2), Library HBCTL | Refreshments

Are you a STEM educator looking to enhance your teaching practices and improve the quality of your lab classes? Our upcoming workshop will dive deep into effective lab class facilitation strategies, including how to design lab classes that enable students to reproduce observations, understand thought processes, and activate their past knowledge.

In this workshop, you will gain insights on how to incorporate self-reported assessment effectively in your lab classes, empowering your students to evaluate their own learning and progress. Additionally, this workshop will provide you with actionable tips and strategies to deliver timely feedback to your students, including facilitating peer-to-peer feedback sessions. We will provide you with cutting-edge insights and best practices that you can incorporate into your teaching practices immediately.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take your teaching practices to the next level. Register for our workshop today and join a community of experienced STEM educators committed to excellence in teaching and learning.

Speaker

Jamie Whelan, Associate Lecturer in Chemistry at NYUAD

Friday, August 25, 2023 | 4-5pm | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Refreshments

Join this workshop to learn about the value of integrating pedagogies of care into your teaching practice. Pedagogies of care enhance student learning by prioritizing the well-being and growth of learners, taking into account their unique experiences and needs. By fostering a classroom environment that is compassionate, empathetic, and supportive, pedagogies of care can improve learning outcomes and promote academic success. An absence of pedagogies of care poses harm to both students and faculty. Through this session, we will explore how pedagogies of care can effectively create an inclusive learning environment that elevates student performance and encourages engagement. Through evidence-based practical steps to incorporate pedagogies of care in your classroom, your classroom can become a space where students feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Speaker

Noora Shuaib, Post-graduation Research Fellow for the Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning

Monday, August 28, 2023 | 10-11am | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Light Breakfast and Refreshments

This workshop will provide faculty members with an overview of High-Impact Practices (HIPs) and Experiential Learning (ExL) and their applications in STEM education. Practical strategies to incorporate them in their courses will be explored and discussed. The facilitator will share successful examples of integrating HIPs and ExL in STEM Education at top-ranked universities. Participants will be provided an opportunity to share their experiences; successes, and challenges in integrating HIPs and ExL in their teaching; lessons learned; and the impact on their students’ learning experience. The workshop will be interactive and discussion-based, with small group activities and opportunities for sharing experiences and brainstorming solutions.

Participants are encouraged to come prepared with a course or a module in mind to work on during the workshop.

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

• Explore different HIPs teaching and learning strategies and identify their benefits in STEM education.
• Explore Experiential Learning and highlight its benefits in STEM education.
• Share examples of using ExL and HIPs in STEM education.
• Design at least one HIP and/or ExL activity to incorporate into their courses.
• Discuss potential challenges and solutions to implementing these activities in their courses.

Speaker

Samar Samir Mohamed, Instructional Designer Senior Specialist for the Center for Teaching and Learning at Khalifa University

Monday, August 28, 2023 | 11:30-1pm | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBC | Lunch and Refreshments

Inclusion in education means the degree to which diversity is embedded, integrated, and involved. Here at NYU Abu Dhabi, including student voices in the classroom means recognizing their perspective and embracing their role in shaping their learning. When students exchange ideas, they expand their knowledge and learn from one another.

As educators, creating an inclusive classroom environment that promotes active learning, co-construction of knowledge, and facilitates students' interdisciplinary interests is essential. A safe space fostering feedback and encouraging student voices is critical to accomplish these goals. This workshop is designed to provide practical strategies and tools for educators to integrate these elements into their classroom design.

The session will then delve into specific strategies for inclusive class design, including methods for creating an environment that promotes feedback and facilitates student voices. Participants will also learn how to use technology to engage students and amplify their voices, including social media, online discussion boards, and multimedia presentations.

Speaker

Hasan Johnson, Head of Training and Education for the Office of Inclusion and Equity

Monday, August 28, 2023 | 2-3:30pm | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Refreshments

Join us for an engaging and insightful 90-minute workshop that explores the transformative potential of technology in higher education. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, educators are presented with unprecedented opportunities to enrich learning experiences, drive student engagement, and overcome barriers to access. This workshop will provide an overview of current technologies and their applications in higher education, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and adaptive learning platforms. Delve into the benefits, challenges, and best practices of technology integration, informed by relevant theoretical frameworks such as TPACK, Constructivism, and Connectivism.

The session will feature examples of cutting-edge edtech tools, giving participants the opportunity to witness first-hand the power and possibilities of technology-enhanced learning. In an interactive activity, participants will collaborate in small groups to design tech-infused lesson plans, fostering creativity and innovative thinking.

Whether you are an educator seeking to integrate technology into your teaching or an administrator aiming to enhance institutional learning environments, this workshop offers invaluable insights and practical skills to navigate the ever-evolving digital horizon of higher education. Discover how to harness the potential of technology to create dynamic, inclusive, and effective learning experiences for students in the 21st century. Welcome to attend for an inspiring collaborative journey into the future of higher education and unlock the potential of technology to transform teaching and learning!

Speaker

Nabil Zary, Senior Director of the Institute for Excellence in Health Professions Education at the Mohammed Bin Rashed University of Medicine and Health Sciences

Monday, August 28, 2023 | 3:30-4:30pm | Campus Center (C2), Library, HBCTL | Refreshments

NYU Abu Dhabi students and faculty bring a wide variety of linguistic contexts to their teaching and learning practices. The global spread of English has resulted in the emergence of a diverse range of postcolonial varieties of language around the world. Approaching our teaching methods with a postcolonial lens is about keeping the human experience that has traditionally been either silenced or marginalized by dominant groups or discourses at the forefront of our approach to teaching. This session will be a mix of the why (theoretical) and the how (practical) of taking steps to foster belonging for more inclusive learning. Participants will learn and share about what it means to consider multiple Englishes in the NYUAD classroom. Join this important conversation led by the Arts and Humanities Writing, Languages and Pedagogy Research Kitchen.

Speakers

Aieshah Arif, Associate Writing Instructor at NYU Abu Dhabi
Sweta Kumari, Associate Writing Instructor at NYU Abu Dhabi

Speakers Bios

Dr. Aris Winger is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Georgia Gwinnett College. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Mathematics Enrichment through Diversity and Learning. The organization looks to work with educational institutions to better serve their underrepresented and marginalized groups. A consultant and math coach, his recent areas of interest include finding equity and belonging in the mathematics classroom and utilizing culturally relevant pedagogy to create safe mathematical spaces for people of color. He is a graduate of Howard University (B.S. Math), and Carnegie Mellon University (MS and PhD in Mathematical Sciences).

Dr. Harris is Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics and Faculty Fellow of the Davis Center and the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Williams College. She co-hosts the podcast Mathematically Uncensored and she is President and co-founder of Lathisms: Latinxs and Hispanics in the Mathematical Sciences. Her research interests are in algebra and combinatorics, particularly as these subjects relate to the representation theory of Lie algebras. 

Wednesday, January 18, 2023 | 2-3:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2) Library

Students at NYU Abu Dhabi bring extraordinary amounts of diversity to our community. This includes linguistic, ethnic, racial, religious, gender-based, socio-economic, and prior learning diversity. All of their experiences, neurodiversity, and aspirations inform the classroom context within which we meet them. Across the cohorts, they are experiencing a transition from high school to residential college life, or returning from study abroad, gearing up for their capstone thesis work, and managing finances, and their worlds outside of campus. The climate we as educators construct in the classroom and on the syllabus has implications for learning and performance. A negative climate may impede learning and performance. Hear from students themselves about what it is like to be a student here, and how you can best support their learning in your class.

Speakers: 

Mohamed Muqbel and Thais Alvarenga, NYUAD Students
Nancy W. Gleason, Director, Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning, Associate Professor of Practice Political Science, NYU Abu Dhabi

Wednesday, January 18, 2023 | 4:30-5:30 pm | Campus Center (C2), Library

Deep machine learning and Larger Language Models have reached a level of sophistication whereby platforms can produce human-like text instantly. This applied to any structured language — poems and code alike. The latest attention is around the capabilities of ChatGPT and GPT-3.5 (Generative Pre-trained Transformer 3.5). With its new user-friendly interface, the AI chatbot launched on December 2 had attracted more than 1 million users within five days. The implications for our teaching are profound, but also exciting.

This WeekZero event will create space to discuss the potential solutions to AI Aids in our Higher Education Liberal Arts context. Gain knowledge about the possibilities for integrating AI aids into your pedagogy and assessments, and consider the implications for academic integrity. We hope that you will join us for this informative and inspiring session.

Speakers:

Nancy Gleason, Director HBCTL, Assoc. Professor of Practice, Political Science
Marion Wrenn, Director of the Writing Program; Senior Lecturer of Writing and Literature & Creative Writing

Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 9-10:30am | Campus Center (C2), Library

Making connections with students and building trust are key to successful student engagement and inclusive learning. Establishing communication channels early on in the semester makes all the difference. Join this session for insights and best practices on getting to know your learners in week zero and week one to set up your learning community to empower each other through their strengths. This session will provide practical next steps to get to know your students. Join us to build communication for optimum student engagement and learning in our upcoming semester.

Speaker:

Nancy Gleason, Director HBCTL,  Assoc. Professor of Practice, Political Science

Thursday, January 19, 2022 | 3-4:30pm GST  | Campus Center (C2) Library

Brightspace is NYUAD’s Learning Management System and it is full of useful tools for teaching students and engaging them. Brightspace is more than a means to deliver materials to students, it is an opportunity for engagement across linguistic differences and time. Join this session to learn about the messaging capabilities for staying in touch, the Discussion Forum, and the assessment feedback features. We will also share options for course organization that will help provide transparency to students about the course structure, as well as provide ease for your students to engage online.

Speakers

Jayson Cabrera and Ron Berry, NYUAD Academic Technology and Library
Nancy Gleason, Director HBCTL,  Assoc. Professor of Practice, Political Science

Monday, September 19, 2022 | 3:30-4:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

Our students are experiencing trauma. The challenges brought forth by global disruptions, COVID-19 included, but also natural disasters and conflict, mean that our student body is experiencing a combination of traumas at this time. This trauma is different from regular stress because it persists.

In this session, we will discuss:

• the importance of building connections and fostering purpose
• building trustworthiness
• how to design and facilitate peer-to-peer activities that foster peer support in the classroom
• Navigating sudden shocks
• Review the importance of building connections between the students themselves.

Speaker:
Nancy W. Gleason, Director, HBCTL, Assoc. Professor of Practice, Political Science

Thursday, September 29, 2022 | 12:30-1:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

Academics with various roles and responsibilities for educational leadership are increasingly required to account for research-informed, evidence-based, effective, efficient, and strategically aligned curriculum and pedagogical practices. In this interactive workshop presented by a leading expert Harry Hubball, faculty members will be engaged in a dialogue around context-specific educational inquiry (e.g., formulating your practice-based SoTL/SoEL research interests and aligned research methodology). The session will also address strategic dissemination considerations in peer-reviewed fora.

Speaker:
Professor Harry Hubball, The University of British Columbia, Canada

Friday, October 7, 2022 | 10:00-11:00am GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

This session will address how to implement a mid-term course evaluation and how to reflect on and respond to the outcome responses. Mid-term course evaluations help students feel more engaged and committed to the course while giving you enough time to make teaching adjustments specific to their needs. They offer ample space for personalization and foster a culture of completion at the end of the semester. Giving students an opportunity to respond to the course in an anonymous format will encourage them to communicate responses that they may not feel comfortable providing in person – including positive comments. We will discuss how to share the results and take-aways with your students after reviewing the feedback and how to use such a conversation to further illuminate your teaching goals and expectations for students.

RSVP below. Light snacks will be served.

Speaker:
Nancy W. Gleason, Director, Hilary Ballon Center for Teaching and Learning
Associate Professor of Practice, Political Science

Tuesday, November 1, 2022 | 12:30-1:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

Learn how the NYUAD Library can be a partner for your teaching practices with the targeted sharing of relevant library resources. The session will include guidance on incorporating information literacy practices into your own assessments and classroom activities, as well as how the library can support both you and your students in understanding information literacy objectives.

Lunch will be served. RSVP below for sustainable catering.

Speaker:
Beth Russell, Associate Director for Research Services and Strategy, Associate Academic Librarian for the Humanities
Grace Adeneye, Assistant Academic Librarian for the Arts

Tuesday, November 8, 2022 | 12:30-1:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

In November 2022, Egypt will host the UN Climate Negotiations, COP27. The 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) to the UNFCCC is scheduled to take place from 6-17 November 2023 in the UAE. As aligned to Sustainable Development Goal 13 – Climate Action – University curriculums have a significant role to play in the integration of knowledge and action relating to climate. Join this session to hear from NYUAD faculty who are integrating climate issues into their course and gain inspiration to do the same. Collect ideas of how best to integrate this big 2023 event into future iterations of your course and meet others considering doing the same.

Speaker:
NYUAD Faculty will be sharing examples from their courses.

Lunch will be served. RSVP below for sustainable catering.

Wednesday, December 7, 2022 | 12:30-1:30pm GST | Campus Center (C2), HBCTL, Floor 3

Effective feedback helps enrich students' experience and move their learning forward. In an online environment, it is also a way to keep your learners engaged and on track. Join this session to learn more about the differences between formative and summative feedback, the elements of effective feedback, and evidence-based best practices to deliver it. We will also discuss strategies to make writing feedback more time-efficient.

Speaker:
Nancy W. Gleason; Director, Hilary Ballon Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Associate Professor of Practice, Political Science