Professional Development
“The learning college places learning first
and provides educational experiences for learners anyway, anyplace,
anytime.” - Terry O’Banion
The success of AAA is due to the amazing instructors who teach the course. To assist instructors to continually become more effective facilitators of learning, ongoing professional development is provided and seeking sources outside of AAA is encouraged and supported.
- Reyna Grande's memoir "The Distance Between Us" is being encouraged to read by the Aims Diversity Summit. The read will culminate in a discussion on Friday, October 28 from 1-2pm.
- Click here for more information and how to get a copy.
Below are opportunities to consider.
The Faculty Teaching & Learning Center (FTLC) supports full time and part time instructors to attend conferences for professional development. Click here for a list of local and national conferences relevant to AAA.
If interested in attending a conference, contact the AAA Chair, Denise Pearson at denise.pearson@aims.edu for assistance in the application process. It is recommended to start the process at least six weeks prior to the date of your travel.
In addition to supporting professional development through the FTLC, multiple offices offer professional development opportunities on campus. Click here for a list of current opportunities relevant to AAA.
You have access to video presentations on the following topics "face to face teaching." Teaching strategies is a great one to check out. Email Denise at denise.pearson@aims.edu for a login and password. FTLC Professional Development FA17 calendar.pdf