Teaching Assistant Orientation

Tuesday, August 28, 2012 - Lecture Hall 2

Orientation Goals

Clarify the University's mission and the role of Graduate Teaching Assistants
Explore strategies for effective teaching and learning
Discuss the institutional resources that are available to graduate students to support their academic aspirations and teaching as a professional career

1:00 - 1:10 p.m.

Welcome and Orientation Overview

1:10 - 2:10

Roles and Expectations: Experienced TA Panel Discussion

2:10 - 2:30

Refreshment Break
Meet and Greet with GSEU Representatives

2:30 - 3:00

Teaching in America: ESL Resources

3:00 - 3:30

Human Resources and Related Benefits

3:30 - 3:45

Binghamton University PREP Program and Related Resources

3:45 - 4:00

Questions and Answers/Evaluations

4:00 - 5:00

Tour of scholarly resources with library staff and faculty

New Teaching Assistants must also complete TA online orientation.