Date/Time Date(s) - 17/08/2026 - 21/08/20269:30 am - 4:30 pm
This intensive developmental workshop is offered in a small group setting (4-5 peers) and is designed to enhance teaching effectiveness. Participants design and deliver three lessons and receive verbal, written, and video feedback from their colleagues who have been learners in the lessons. Lessons are ten minutes in length and can be either in the area of expertise of the participant or any area of interest. Using an intensive experiential learning approach, participants are provided with information on the theory and practice of teaching adult learners, the selection and writing of useful intended learning outcomes with accompanying lesson plans, techniques for eliciting learner participation, and suggestions for evaluation of learning. Reflection and examination of one’s teaching practices are encouraged. Each participant must prepare and present three lessons and provide feedback to every member of their small group in a timely fashion to receive their Instructional Skills Workshop certificate.
Course Format
Participants will attend three sessions where they will break into smaller subgroups to prepare and present three different lessons. These sessions will take place in-person at McMaster University (location to be announced). During each of the lessons, you will: set daily goals for yourself, deliver a 10-minute lesson, receive feedback on your lesson from your peers, and provide your peers with feedback on their lessons. Opportunity to reflect on how you could improve upon your lessons will be provided. Feedback is provided in a safe and encouraging environment where all are learning in the process.
Session Dates and Times
Monday, August 17, 2026, 9:00am – 4:30pm Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 9:00am – 4:30pm Friday, August 21, 2026, 9:00am – 4:30pm