Prepare to Teach

Resources and events to get ready for the fall semester

Preparing for and Responding to Teaching Challenges

This new guide will help you anticipate, prepare for, and respond to disruptive in-class behaviors, conflicts and challenges. It brings together information and resources from across UW–Madison so it’s easy to find and use.

Icon in red of a runner bent over with hands down at the starting lineReady, Set, Teach!

Enjoy focused time to prepare for the fall semester at this Aug. 28 workshop. You’ll get support while connecting with colleagues.

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Get help with Canvas

Whether you’re a novice or an experienced user, the Learn@UW team has drop-in workshops to meet your needs. Also, review recent updates to some features.

Icon in red symbolizing accessibility - a person standing within a circleInstructor Guide to Student Accommodations

This guide from the McBurney Disability Resource Center will help you implement accommodations more efficiently and effectively.

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Consult the pre-semester checklist

These 7 steps will help you get organized and ready to welcome your new students. You won’t miss a beat.

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Generative artificial intelligence

Explore resources for addressing the use of generative AI in your course, including sample syllabus statements and examples from other UW–Madison instructors.

Icon in red of a sheet of lined paperStrengthen Your Syllabus

This guide offers evidence-based approaches to make your syllabus more engaging and effective.

Teaching and wellbeing

Icon in red of two hands clasped in a handshake, forming a heartThe CTLM Teaching Circle will bring together a small group of instructors for informal discussions about self-care, managing classroom challenges, and more. Monthly Zoom meetings begin Sept. 6 – learn more.

Pre-semester workshops

Pre-semester events have concluded for Fall 2024. Find events happening during the semester at ctlm.wisc.edu/events/.