Learning Communities | Teaching and Learning Commons

A learning community is an intentionally formed group that seeks to support and advance the learning of each of its members on a selected topic or topics (Lening et al., 2013, p. 7).

In an attempt to facilitate and support the advancement of teaching at WVU, the Teaching and Learning Commons, in conjunction with TLC Faculty Associates, coordinates several learning communities. They provide the opportunity to collaboratively develop creative solutions to instructional challenges, share and learn effective instructional strategies with colleagues, and participate in a community of colleagues with similar interests.

Due to the current budgetary challenges, LCs are on hold until further notice.

Learning Communities That Existed During 2022–2023

Learning Community	Features
Effective Teaching Based on the ACUE Framework Contact: Teaching and Learning Commons TLCommons@mail.wvu.edu Target Audience: All instructors including full-time, part-time, and graduate teaching assistants at any of the WVU campuses (Morgantown, Beckley, Keyser, and Charleston).	In addition to monthly meetings, 2-3 hours per week will be required to complete the online modules that are part of the ACUE framework. Participants who complete 4 micro-credential courses including reflections, will receive a certificate from the American Council on Education Topics and strategies are controlled by the ACUE Effective Practice Framework
Humanities Contact: Alyssa Beall Alyssa.Beall@mail.wvu.edu Target Audience: Faculty members in Humanities disciplines	Meets monthly for 1 hour throughout the academic year Topics and strategies are flexible and will be driven by the needs of the faculty Share Ideas and Resources on our Blog
STEM Contact: Jennifer Stueckle Jennifer.Stueckle@mail.wvu.edu Target Audience: Faculty members in Science (including Health Sciences), Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics	Meets monthly for 1 hour throughout the academic year Topics and strategies are flexible and will be driven by the needs of the faculty
Teaching Contact: Jeremy Roberts Jeremy.Roberts@mail.wvu.edu Target Audience: All instructors (full- and part-time and graduate teaching assistants) of all teaching subjects and disciplines	Meets monthly for 1 hour throughout the academic year This learning community will focus on the unique challenges related to teaching and explore ways to optimize learning for all students. Topics for the meetings are flexible and will be driven by the needs of the members.

Reference
Lening, O. T., Hill, D. M., Saunders, K. P., Solan, A., & Stokes, A.. (2013.) Powerful learning outcomes: A guide to developing student, faculty, and professional learning communities to improve student success and organizational effectiveness. Stylus: Sterling, VA.