University of Wisconsin–Madison

Partnerships

Vibrant partnerships across campus transform the student experience and deepen connections within the UW–Madison teaching and learning community.

Instructor Advisory Group

Comprised of academic/clinical instructional staff, faculty, and graduate student instructors, this group provides input and feedback on programming and the needs of UW–Madison instructors across their many diverse identities, disciplines and instructional roles at UW–Madison.

Anna Andrzejewski, Art History; Eduardo Arvelo, Electrical and Computer Engineering; McLean Gunderson, Comparative Biosciences; Amanda Kozlowski, Consumer Science; Sam Kramer, Physics; Pam McGranahan, Nursing; Debra Pierce, Journalism; Amanda Smith, Industrial & Systems Engineering; Ryan Stowe, Chemistry; James Windsor, Management & Human Resources

School/college partners

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The College of Agricultural & Life Sciences Academic Planning Team in CALS Academic Affairs supports faculty with course planning and development, program design, instructional and academic policy, and degree integrity. Email the CALS Academic Planning Team.

The Wisconsin School of Business Teaching, Learning & Assessment Team supports faculty in delivering premium student learning experiences through innovative and evidence-based instructional practices. Areas of expertise include course design, media production, pedagogical or assessment questions, student data analytics, and teaching with technology.

MERIT (Media, Education, Research, and Information Technology) provides library resources, technology support, and support for teaching and learning in the School of Education. The Teaching and Learning Team assists with designing learning experiences, thought-partnering on teaching issues, and collaborating to create instructional media. We prioritize relationships and are committed to finding solutions to some of the most challenging elements of teaching and learning.

The College of Engineering’s Center for Innovation in Engineering Education (CIEE) includes the Collaboratory for Engineering Education and Teaching Excellence (CEETE). CEETE partners with faculty, instructional staff, administration, and other areas on campus to support and continuously improve teaching, learning, and the student experience.

The School of Human Ecology Teaching & Learning Team (Chelsea Martinez and Andrea Johnston) provide teaching and learning consultation and guidance on pedagogy, technology integration, and support for instructional spaces. Email the SoHE T&L Team.

The Law School shares a number of faculty and staff resources, including a syllabus template, an adjunct faculty manual, and information about referring law students for counseling. The Law Library provides research guides relevant to teaching, such as: Assessment & Student Learning Outcome Resources;  Law Student Wellness; and Wisconsin, National, and International Law. Additionally, a faculty committee organizes a teaching retreat for faculty each semester to address teaching challenges and strategies.

The L&S Instructional Design Collaborative supports instructors and departments with consultation, community building, and strategic resources. Connect with the IDC for support with course design, instructional technology, and media creation.

The School of Medicine and Public Health offers a website, Developing Educators, to support faculty and preceptors in their teaching and learning mission. Education Essentials, a set of flexible learning modules for interprofessional health science faculty and staff, can be accessed with NetID or guest login.

The School of Nursing Academic Technology and Innovation (act!) Team provides support for SoN timetable courses. Email the act! Team.

Under the leadership of Associate Dean for Professional Programs, Dr. Peggy Schmidt, the School of Veterinary Medicine’s Curriculum and Education Support Team (CEST) offers consultations, coaching, instructional design assistance, and resources on all things education.

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Campus-wide partners

Committees

Teaching and Learning Operational Partners

This group brings together the leaders of teaching and learning support units across campus. Members meet regularly to discuss current and future collaborations to support UW–Madison instructors and address existing and emerging instructional needs.

School, College Instructional Leaders (SCIL)

This group brings together leaders responsible for supporting instruction (typically, academic associate deans) from each school and college as well as representatives from DoIT Academic Technology, the Office of the Registrar, and Data, Academic Planning & Institutional Research. SCIL is co-facilitated by Senior Associate Vice Provost Wren Singer and CTLM Director Megan Schmid. The group meets monthly to discuss immediate and long-term opportunities and challenges related to supporting instruction, advancing the student learning experience, and promoting equitable student outcomes.