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Applications are open for the IWT CLASP Certificate in Global Pedagogy, offering workshops for faculty from GHEA21 partner institutions who want to strengthen their global classroom practice.

Upcoming Workshops Include:

Writing in the Zones, Reimagined: Supporting Writers Across Modalities – Starts 10 March

From Experience to Insight: Using Writing with Interactive Digital Activities and Games – Starts 26 March

Practicing the Global: Simulations and Applied Learning – Starts 14 April

No Question Left Behind: Ending Your Course on a Reflective Note – Starts 21 April

From Comment to Dialogue: Feedback that Transforms – Starts 28 April

For more information and to register, click here:

Events – IWT CLASP The IWT CLASP Certificate in Global Pedagogy is a new micro-credential open to faculty from GHEA21 partner institutions who wish to deepen their global classroom practice. Workshops with the

On Wednesday, December 17th, Al-Quds Bard College hosted a professional development workshop titled “Reflection and Metacognitive Practices” for teachers from La Salle Jerusalem–New Gate. The workshop was led by the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Master of Arts in Teaching program, and was conducted as part of the collaboration between La Salle Jerusalem- New Gate and Al-Quds Bard College.

استضافت كلية القدس بارد، يوم الأربعاء الموافق 17 ديسمبر، ورشة عمل للتطوير المهني بعنوان "التأمل والممارسات ما وراء المعرفية" لمعلمي مدرسة لاسال القدس - الباب الجديد. وقد أشرف على الورشة مركز التعليم والتعلم وبرنامج ماجستير أساليب التدريس، ونُظمت في إطار التعاون بين مدرسة لاسال القدس- الباب الجديد و كلية القدس بارد

The Center for Teaching and Learning conducted its third workshop of the Research-Based Teaching and Learning Program, titled “Reflect & Identify a Problem of Practice,” which was hosted in person on Monday, 15 December. The workshop included participants from various academic faculties at AQU, including Dentistry, Education, and Law. The RBTL Program is a one-year professional development opportunity for AQU faculty interested in pedagogical research leadership.

Explore the GHEA21 Teaching Tools, a collection created by faculty and staff across partner institutions to enrich global classroom experiences. This collection includes:
• Collaborative Activities for a Global Classroom
• Inclusive Teaching Handbook
• Teaching Resources Database
• Connected & Blended Learning Toolkit
Access the full GHEA21 collection here:

Teaching Tools This collection was developed by staff and faculty from partner institutions to provide tools that enrich the classroom experience. The materials are available and free for use.

The new IWT CLASP Certificate in Global Pedagogy invites faculty from GHEA21 partner institutions to deepen their global classroom practice by completing at least six workshops, including two focused on global learning, during the 2025–2026 academic year.
The deadline to apply is Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Learn more and apply here: https://ghea21.org/events/applications-are-open-for-the-certificate-in-global-pedagogy
https://iwtclasp.bard.edu/certificate/

Certificate in Global Pedagogy – IWT CLASP

We are thrilled to celebrate the successful completion of the Collaborative for Liberal Education for Adolescents (CLEA) seminar "Critical Reading and Writing" at the Evangelical Lutheran School in Beit Sahour in collaboration with Al-Quds Bard College. Congratulations to the 15 talented students who showcased their exceptional creativity and writing skills in both Arabic and English. We’re proud to be part of this initiative, empowering young minds to think critically and express themselves effectively.

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the Collaborative for Liberal Education for Adolescents (CLEA) seminar "Critical Reading and Writing" at College Des Freres in Jerusalem.

The Collaborative for Liberal Education for Adolescents (CLEA) program, led by Al-Quds Bard College and Bard Early College, empowers Palestinian high school students with essential critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication skills. By fostering intellectual growth and academic excellence, CLEA contributes to shaping future leaders and innovators.
Congratulations to all the students who participated in this seminar.

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the Collaborative for Liberal Education for Adolescents (CLEA) seminar "Critical Reading and Writing" at Arab Institute School!

The Collaborative for Liberal Education for Adolescents (CLEA) program, led by Al-Quds Bard College and Bard Early College, empowers Palestinian high school students with essential skills in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and effective communication. By fostering intellectual growth and academic excellence, CLEA contributes to shaping future leaders and innovators.

Congratulations to all the students who participated this seminar!

If you want to make complex topics more engaging in large hybrid classrooms, check out these strategies. They offer practical tips to enhance both engagement and equity across modalities.

Strategies for Teaching Complex Subjects in Large Hybrid Classrooms Across Campus: Bridging Engagement and Equity Across Modalities Teaching in a large-size classroom differs significantly from teaching in a small-size classroom in terms of engagement, interaction, and instructional methods.

The Center for Teaching and Learning hosted comprehensive workshops aimed at enhancing the teaching methodologies of professors from Al-Quds University and beyond. The workshops focused on the “Language and Thinking” course and emphasized student-centered approaches and effective teaching strategies. Participants engaged in interactive sessions designed to foster critical thinking and active learning among students. We are excited to see how these newly acquired strategies will enrich the educational experience and promote a more engaging and dynamic classroom environment!

We are pleased to share the Open Educational Resources (OER) collection, featuring syllabi, course materials, case studies, textbooks, and more, developed by Open Society University Network (OSUN) faculty, staff, and students. These resources are freely accessible and designed to support educators, students, and lifelong learners.

OSUN Open Educational Resources | Open Society University Network | Bard College The Open Educational Resources collection includes syllabi, course materials, case studies, textbooks, and other items created by OSUN faculty, staff, and students. It includes works created for OSUN courses developed as a part of the Open Educational Resources Grant program, as well as works develo...

Register Now for the "Writing to Read Difficult Texts" Workshop

The CTL highly encourages educators to register for this important workshop, "Writing to Read Difficult Texts" workshop. This three-hour session is specifically designed for those in technical disciplines such as Law, Economics, and Public Policy, which often involve working with challenging and complex theoretical texts.

This workshop will provide participants with writing-rich strategies aimed at demystifying difficult readings. Techniques such as focused free writing, text rendering, loop writing, writing from sights and scents, and performance will be explored and applied within participants' own classes.

The workshop will be held on 13th November. Please follow this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnGLA3wUKFcsNhuLHJ-sQGbokjmFfJO3oYnoQ2FKF5TS7NfQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

You can also find other workshops in November and December at this link: https://iwtclasp.bard.edu/events/

Events – IWT CLASP