We’ve started group presentations in 388V, which means groups of UTAs are facilitating the online discussion and leading the in-person seminar each week. Group topics range from facilitating peer review to creating inclusive classrooms to teaching professional writing and more. Last week in my section, the topic was Responding to Student Writing.The group chose an […]
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Goals and expectations
I hope you’re settling into the semester well! Justin and I are having a great time with your UTAs in our respective sections of 388V. Both of the in-person seminars for first-semester UTAs are large: I have 22 in my section, and Justin has 17. We also have 12 returning UTAs between us, which makes […]
Preparing for Day 1
The first day of classes is mere days away! Here’s what we’re doing to prepare your UTAs in 388V—and what you can do to help them, too. Helping UTAs get oriented Many of our incoming UTAs are likely experiencing a lot of anxiety as they prepare for their new role(s). UTAs in English wear many […]