A teaching consultation is a commonly used method of continual professional enrichment, allowing you time and space to gather feedback, reflect on your teaching practices and brainstorm ideas and techniques to improve student learning.

WHAT IS A TEACHING CONSULTATION?

Teaching consultations with OTL staff members are confidential meetings driven by the goals and interests of the faculty member. Following a consultation you receive a letter documenting the visit, which you can use in any way you choose.

Teaching consultations may include:

  • Discussion and feedback about a particular teaching method or assignment, or review of a syllabus or course plan.
  • Discussion and brainstorming about issues, concerns, or new ideas in your teaching practice.
  • Video recording of a class session followed by a personal consultation.
  • In-person class observation by an OTL consultant, followed with a personal consultation.

HOW WILL A TEACHING CONSULTATION BENEFIT ME?

Many faculty members engage in annual or recurring teaching consultations to remain purposeful and effective in their teaching.

“Our meeting really helped me to gain confidence in grading and helped me improve my clarity for student expectations. I think my classes are going much better as a result. Thank you!!”– Lynn Schofield Clark, Media, Film, & Journalism Studies

“Thanks so much. You gave me plenty of really solid and tangible ways to improve my students learning. I look forward to incorporating your ideas.”– Vaneesha Boney-Dutra, Reiman School of Finance, Daniels College of Business

WHO TO CONTACT?

If you’d like to schedule a teaching consultation, contact otl@du.edu with a brief explanation of your interests.