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.

You will be provided 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.

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.

Learning Community	Features
Effective Online Teaching Based on the ACUE Framework Contact: John Oughton John.Oughton@mail.wvu.edu Tentative Dates: Summer 2022 Course (May 16th-June 26th) 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 framework
Humanities Contact: Alyssa Beall Alyssa.Beall@mail.wvu.edu Dates: 2021-2022 Academic Year 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 Dates: 2021-2022 Academic Year 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 Next meeting: April 8, 2022 12-1 p.m. (ET) Topics: Curriculum changes and/or student engagement techniques you hope to develop this summer and implement in the fall 2022 semester. For any questions or to register and receive the Zoom link, please contact Erin Goodykoontz.
Teaching Contact: Cathy Mezera Catherine.Mezera@mail.wvu.edu Dates: 2021-2022 Academic Year 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. Monday, May 2 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Our last session will focus on a “how to” approach for personal branding for academics. This will include ideas and tips for creating a teaching portfolio and writing a teaching statement. Additional resources and professional development opportunities to be included as part of our annual teaching files and documenting evidence of overall teaching effectiveness will also be explored.