Professional Programs & Teaching Resources
Spotlight on Teaching
Do you know someone using creative or effective teaching strategies? Nominate them (or yourself) to be spotlighted on our webpage.
We're here to help you!
We support WSB with programming to advance excellence in teaching and classroom experiences. Join us to learn about strategies for managing your course, increasing student engagement, tips for improving group work and more. Look for opportunities to participate in programs offered in-person, virtually, and online.
Who will help you?
Ron Cramer
Director of Teaching, Learning,
and Technology
Wendy Fritz
Executive Director of Teaching, Learning,
and Technology
Karin Spader
Associate Director of
Professional Programming
Upcoming Professional Programming
Talking about Teaching
Starting in the Spring 2024 semester, Talking about Teaching is WSB’s Community of Practice for instructional staff (e.g., faculty, lecturers, TAs). Join the community to discuss teaching challenges and learn about solutions.
Useful Resources for Teaching
Fostering Peer Interactions
Learn about fostering community and improving the quality of discussions and group work.
2024 Spring Instructor’s Memo
Read the Spring 2024 Instructor’s memo to learn about important updates, resources, and contact info for teaching this semester.
Useful Technologies for Teaching
UW-Madison and the Learn@UW team support many different technologies to support your teaching. Learn how to use Canvas and other tools to enhance your teaching.
New Tech for Teaching
WSB offers to new tools for teaching – Harmonize & Feedback Fruits. Harmonize is an enhanced online discussion tool can support much more robust and interactive virtual discussions. Feedback Fruits will streamline team member evaluation procedures. Integrate them into your course!
Using Generative AI in the Classroom
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Co-Pilot have expanded into professional and academic environments in ways that challenge how (and what) we teach. Are you considering using GenAI to shape your teaching and your students’ learning experiences? Find a sample AI policy and additional resources here.
WSB Student Support Services
Learn more about a variety of student support services available exclusively to Business Badgers. From mental health to writing labs, students can find personal, professional, and academic support right here in Grainger!
Universal Design for Learning
On April 4, 2024, we hosted a workshop about Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Facilitated by a UDL specialist from UW-Madison’s Center for Teaching, Learning & Mentoring, participants learned practical tips about designing a more inclusive course. Watch the video recording or review the resources provided.