Graduate Student Teaching Enhancement Program (GSTEP)
As a graduate student, the idea of teaching a class is now a reality. Sure, you know your stuff, but are you confident that you can teach it? Gain skills and confidence as a teacher through Miami University’s Graduate Student Programs.
While developing the necessary skills to engage your students, you will also develop relationships with other graduate students and faculty that could last the length of your career. Share innovative teaching strategies, attend seminars and workshops, and develop your own teaching philosophy.
Purpose
- Promote the effectiveness of graduate students as teachers at Miami University, thus enhancing their overall productivity and satisfaction.
- Provide foundational skills for graduate students who may seek an academic career.
- Create interdisciplinary connections and community among graduate students at MU.
- Support the undergraduate teaching mission of Miami by enhancing the effectiveness of the instruction they receive from graduate students.
The Graduate Student Teaching Enhancement Program (GSTEP) is a community of practice.
Membership is open to all Miami graduate students.
The facilitator for Spring 2022 will Peter Wessels.
Meeting Dates and Times
Meeting options are Friday from 11:40 am-12:40 pm or Mondays from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The meetings for Spring 2022 will be held virtually.
Meeting 1: Friday, February 4 or Monday, February 7
Meeting 2: Friday, February 18 or Monday, February 21
Meeting 3: Friday, March 4 or Monday, March 7
Meeting 4: Friday, April 1 or Monday, April 4
Meeting 5: Friday, April 15 or Monday, April 18
Meeting 6: Friday, April 29 or Monday, May 2
The intention is to stick with the dates listed above, but in the event of an emergency cancellation, we may need to reschedule to a different Friday (11:40 AM -12:40 PM) or Monday (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM). Please do your best to protect as many Mondays or Fridays during these times as possible during the semester.
Core Program
Attend 8 events during one semester
Events include GSTEP sessions, CTE and other seminars. These seminars can be conducted by a number of departments/offices/programs, as long as the focus is on enhancing your teaching skills.
Keep a reflective journal
Keep a reflective journal and write a one-page reaction paper about the sessions you attend.
Complete a teaching project
For example, a teaching philosophy and outline of a teaching portfolio.
Certificate, course credit (GSC601), and professional development funds
Upon completion of the program, receive a certificate of recognition, 1 hour of course credit (GSC 601), and a menu of options toward which $200 in professional development funds can be applied (to be used by June 1st). Enhance your teaching skills by attending virtual professional conferences, enrolling in professional memberships, or purchasing books for office and classroom use.
Affiliate Program
Attend 4 events during one semester
Events include GSTEP sessions, CTE and other seminars. These seminars can be conducted by a number of departments/offices/programs, as long as the focus is on enhancing your teaching skills.
Keep a reflective journal
Keep a reflective journal and write a one-page reaction paper about the sessions you attend.
Receive a certificate of recognition
Attend a closing session and receive a certificate of recognition.