The MacPherson Institute celebrates excellence in teaching and learning through a range of awards and grant opportunities. These programs recognize outstanding contributions to teaching as a professional practice and, in some cases, provide financial support for educational research or the implementation of teaching and learning initiatives.
In partnership with the President’s Office, the MacPherson Institute supports the President’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching and Learning.
The MacPherson Institute awards Leadership in Teaching and Learning Fellowships each year to faculty champions who act as leaders and mentors to advance improvement in teaching and learning and to enhance student learning experiences. The award for fellows is up to $15,000 over two years.
The MacPherson Institute supports the Petro-Canada-McMaster Young Innovator Award each year. This award builds on the connection between research and teaching by engaging undergraduate students in research to enhance the learning environment and recognizes an innovative scholar within the first eight years of their research career.
In partnership with the McMaster University Library, the MacPherson Institute supports the Open Education Resources Grant program.
In partnership with the Office of the Vice Provost (Teaching and Learning), the MacPherson Institute contributes funding and support for the implementation of the Partnered in Teaching and Learning Strategy.