NIU Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning

NIU Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning Northern Illinois University Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning DeKalb, IL USA https://citl.niu.edu https://twitter.com/niucitl

How can you help first-gen students thrive in college? Build on their strengths and experiences while creating an inclus...
09/25/2026

How can you help first-gen students thrive in college? Build on their strengths and experiences while creating an inclusive learning environment. Join us Sept. 29 to explore evidence-based strategies that empower first-gen students to succeed. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4iDwcYT

Looking for fresh ideas to strengthen your teaching? Observe a colleague’s class, gather ideas, and make connections acr...
09/24/2026

Looking for fresh ideas to strengthen your teaching? Observe a colleague’s class, gather ideas, and make connections across disciplines. Faculty, GTAs, and staff are invited to join us Sept. 28–Oct. 9 for Open Classroom Weeks. Learn more and register at https://citl.niu.edu/4r2yXEE

What academic concerns do incoming freshmen have? Understanding new NIU students' questions and advising journey can hel...
09/22/2026

What academic concerns do incoming freshmen have? Understanding new NIU students' questions and advising journey can help you support their transition. Join us Sept. 25 to discuss what our new students are saying and how faculty can help. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4i0vIfg

Looking for more engaging ways to assess student learning? Student-produced videos can demonstrate learning while buildi...
09/21/2026

Looking for more engaging ways to assess student learning? Student-produced videos can demonstrate learning while building communication and problem-solving skills. Join us September 23 to explore video-based assessment using Kaltura. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4yjG8eZ

How can you craft engaging assessments without starting from scratch? Adobe Express offers accessible tools, templates, ...
09/18/2026

How can you craft engaging assessments without starting from scratch? Adobe Express offers accessible tools, templates, and generative AI for creative projects. Join us Sept. 22 to explore ways to build assessments that let students create. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4cV4J1b

How can you support students who enter your course underprepared? Equitable assessments, clear expectations, and avenues...
09/16/2026

How can you support students who enter your course underprepared? Equitable assessments, clear expectations, and avenues for additional support can help students succeed. Join us Sept. 18 to explore strategies for supporting student readiness. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/3V66wKF

Are Gradebook changes making grading more difficult? Learn how to navigate the updated Blackboard Ultra Gradebook, set u...
09/15/2026

Are Gradebook changes making grading more difficult? Learn how to navigate the updated Blackboard Ultra Gradebook, set up grades, calculate scores, and provide feedback. Join us September 17 to explore ways to make grading more efficient. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4h2WeDE

How can you help students turn self-doubt into progress? Normalize productive failure and use strategies that help stude...
09/11/2026

How can you help students turn self-doubt into progress? Normalize productive failure and use strategies that help students build confidence and resilience. Join us September 15 to explore ways to support students through self-doubt. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/45VGITZ

Have you identified an area of student learning that needs improvement? Get targeted, structured support to address a le...
09/09/2026

Have you identified an area of student learning that needs improvement? Get targeted, structured support to address a learning challenge in your program. Join us September 11 to learn how you can participate in this new program. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4zN553I

How can you make course materials more accessible without creating extra work? Blackboard Ally provides alternative form...
09/08/2026

How can you make course materials more accessible without creating extra work? Blackboard Ally provides alternative formats and accessibility feedback automatically. Join us Sept. 10 to explore ways to improve access and support more learners. Register at https://citl.niu.edu/4x7xcYZ

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Center For Innovative Teaching And Learning
Dekalb, IL
60115

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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