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ActiveLearn Institute (AL-I) Application

The ActiveLearn Institute (AL-I) is a professional development opportunity designed to introduce faculty to the core principles and practical strategies of active learning. Led by Dr. Sandi Connelly (Associate Director, CTL and Faculty, College of Science) and the CTL team, this institute supports faculty in enhancing their teaching through small but impactful changes.

Over the course of five in-person sessions, participants will explore interactive teaching methods, engage in hands-on activities, and develop their own active learning strategies. The institute is designed for faculty who are new to active learning, providing a supportive space to build confidence, foster creativity, and encourage cross-disciplinary dialogue.

Throughout the program, participants will draft and refine active learning activities for their upcoming courses, culminating in a final showcase of their work. A stipend is provided for participation.

We invite faculty who are eager to explore active learning and make meaningful improvements to their teaching to apply.

Eligibility: All full-time faculty who have been reappointed for AY 2025-2026.

Schedule: (Participants are expected to attend all sessions)

Intro/Kickoff: Tuesday, May 13 (1-3pm)
Session 1: Tuesday, May 27 (10am-12pm)
Session 2: Tuesday, June 10 (10am-12pm)
Session 3: Tuesday, July 8 (10am-12pm)
Session 4: Tuesday, August 5 (10am-12pm)

Application due: Submit this Qualtrics form by Thursday, April 3, 2025, 11:59pm. Applicants will be notified of their status within two weeks.

Questions: email CTL@rit.edu

Applicant Information

First Name (preferred):

Last Name:

Faculty Title:

Email:

College:

Department:

Which course do you plan to develop through the ActiveLearn Institute? Please include the course name(s), typical enrollment size, and, if known, the scheduled classroom number(s).

What motivates you to incorporate active learning into this course? Briefly share what challenges, opportunities, or goals inspire you to make this change.

What specific goals do you have for your participation in the ActiveLearn Institute? For example, how would this Institute enhance your teaching, allow you to experiment with active learning strategies, or address challenges in your course(s).