New Faculty Teaching Resources: Center for Teaching and Learning: Indiana University Indianapolis

A Canvas Semester Checklist for IU Instructors

Not sure where to start in getting your course Canvas site ready for the semester? This pressbook walks you through what needs to be done to a Canvas site before, during, and after the semester.

Academic Calendar

The IU Indianapolis academic calendar has dates you’ll need to know when you prepare your syllabus -- the first day of classes, the last day of classes, drop/add dates, vacation dates, final exam dates, and more.

Course Workload Estimator

This online tool can help you determine an appropriate course workload by using estimates of reading and writing rates to calculate the time assignments will require of students.

Creating a Syllabus

The time and care that an instructor spends on syllabus preparation will reap benefits. This tip sheet can assist you as you design or redesign your course syllabi.

Designing a Learning-Centered and Equity-Minded Syllabus

A syllabus that emphasizes and transparently articulates inclusive and equitable student learning experiences can set a positive and welcoming tone for the semester. In this recorded webinar, learn how to self-assess and improve your syllabi and view sample syllabus language and formats.

Faculty and Staff Central

This site is your gateway to information from the offices of the registrar, bursar, student financial services, and student scholarships that helps you manage your courses.

First Day of Class

The first day of class provides a preview of the course. This tip sheet gives you ideas for how to present the classroom structure clearly so that students know what you are like and what to expect.

How to Teach a Good First Day of Class

The first day of class is crucial both for your students and for you. This article by James Lang will help you make opening day as effective as possible.

IU Indianapolis Policies

This page is the place to go for IU and IU Indianapolis policies most relevant to you as an IU Indianapolis faculty member, including FERPA, administrative withdrawal, incompletes, cheating and plagiarism, and more.

Just-in-Time Course Design

Explore resources in the five modules to develop course materials such as your syllabus, assignments, instructional videos, Canvas modules, student-feedback surveys, and more. 

Planning a Learning Session

A properly planned learning session keeps students engaged and helps them meet course learning objectives. This resource offers suggestions to help you plan, conduct, and revise your lesson plans.

Writing and Assessing Student Learning Outcomes

This tip sheet can help you write clear, measurable student learning outcomes that state the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that they will be able to demonstrate at the end of a learning experience.

New Faculty Teaching Resources