Consultations & Support

Staff within the Office of Teaching and Learning are able to assist with course design across all modalities (face-to-face, technology/web-enhanced, hybrid, or online).

We are here to collaborate with you on the creation, facilitation, and evaluation of effective instructional approaches and meaningful learning experiences. To schedule a 1:1 consultation with an OTL staff member, visit our staff page, identify the person who best aligns with your needs, and contact them directly using their preferred contact information.

We look forward to exploring innovative design solutions with you!

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Types of Support

  • Consultations

    A teaching consultation is a commonly used method of continual professional enrichment, allowing you time and space to gather feedback, reflect on your teaching practices and brainstorm ideas and techniques to improve student learning.

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    What is a teaching consultation?

    Teaching consultations with OTL staff members are confidential meetings driven by the goals and interests of the faculty member. Following a consultation you receive a letter documenting the visit, which you can use in any way you choose.

    Teaching consultations may include:

    • Discussion and feedback about a particular teaching method or assignment, or review of a syllabus or course plan.
    • Discussion and brainstorming about issues, concerns, or new ideas in your teaching practice.
    • Video recording of a class session followed by a personal consultation.
    • In-person class observation by an OTL consultant, followed with a personal consultation.

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    How will a teaching consultation benefit me?油

    Many faculty members engage in annual or recurring teaching consultations to remain purposeful and effective in their teaching.

    Our meeting really helped me to gain confidence in grading and helped me improve my clarity for student expectations. I think my classes are going much better as a result. Thank you!! Lynn Schofield Clark, Media, Film, & Journalism Studies

    Thanks so much. You gave me plenty of really solid and tangible ways to improve my students learning. I look forward to incorporating your ideas. Vaneesha Boney-Dutra, Reiman School of Finance, Daniels College of Business

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    油Who to contact?

    If youd like to schedule a teaching consultation, contact油otl@du.edu油with a brief explanation of your interests.

  • Short Courses, Workshops, and Institutes

    The OTL offers a variety of short courses, workshops, institutes, and faculty learning communities. If you are looking for training or support on a teaching and learning topic that is not covered in our existing offerings, please let us know! Together, we have the resources to assist faculty with their technical and pedagogical needs.

    Learn more about our OTL offerings through the following links:

  • Technology Support

    The OTL also provides油technology consultations, and information about specific instructional technology resources when needed. If you have questions on technology in the classroom, contact油otl@du.edu油with a brief explanation of your interests.