Making the Best Use of TA Time

Examples of Questions Raised by UW Instructors:

"Bigger classes, fewer (or no) TAs – How can I make the class work under these circumstances?"

"Fewer TAs to help with large classes -- grading, leading discussion sections, helping the students with the practice they need if they are to learn."

"What kind of assignments and tests can I develop to keep TA workloads constant and still support a diversity of effective student learning as my classes expand?"

 

Suggested Resources that Provide Starting Points to Address These Questions:

Working with TAs

• CIDR Resources, Programs, and Opportunities for TAs
• Planning Guide for Faculty and TAs - CIDR Teaching and Learning Bulletin, 9(1)
• Teaching Courses for Undergraduate Peer TAs at UW (pdf) - UW Course Catalog
• Developing Strong TA/Supervisor Relationships - University of Minnesota
• Faculty/TA Teaching Partnerships - Stanford University

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