http://it.fitnyc.edu/The Center for Excellence in Teaching

Center for Excellence in Teaching

Mission

With the goal of improving teaching and student learning through professional development, the FIT Faculty Development Program, anchored by the Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET) assists and supports faculty in the development, use and assessment of effective instructional and curricular strategies. The Faculty Development program provides support for innovative, educational exploration across the curriculum, and seeks to foster a community of teaching practice. CET also works with faculty to explore new academic technologies and integrate pedagogically sound technology into the classroom.

"You cannot teach today the same way you did yesterday to prepare students for tomorrow." John Dewey

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 CET Headlines

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Leostream: Remote Access for Faculty to the CET Lab 

Leostream allows you to access the CET lab computers wherever you are. Please follow the intructions outlined in this Remote Labs page for details and contact the FIT helpdesk if you have difficulties. 212-217-HELP

Designing with Music

A faculty development event sponsored by the Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET) and the Faculty Research Space (FRS). This unique collaborative event explored the intersection of pedagogy, design and emerging technology--- with musician Dan Tepfer.  Partnering with FIT faculty and building on synergistic musical connections, faculty explored new ways to connect the diverse professional practices at FIT. Go to the event page for a video library of the event

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Fashion Design in 3D

In today’s global fashion market, especially during the COVID-19 Pandemic, more companies are now using 3D visualization technology. Jennifer Lee, Fashion Business Management, presents a demonstration of CLO, one of the industries newest 3D software programs.  Find out how this technology actively engages students in discussions, activities and positive learning outcomes. Watch Event Video

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Perkins Vatea: Best Practices for Teaching with Technology

A Two-part Teaching with Technology project. Hands-on experiences with the newest industry software will provide the foundation for faculty to create model lesson plans and/or curricula that effectively integrate new technologies into teaching.
Visit the Perkins Vatea page.

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View CET events, including events in cooperation with the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.Promoting Respect in your Classroom October 31, 2019, and
Building an Inclusive Learning Community February 13, 2020

Educational resources that promote equity and inclusion
University of Southern California Race and Equity Center
The Anti-Racist Discussion Pedagogy (pdf)
CUE: Methods to examine bias in your syllabi (pdf)

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	ADJUNCT ORIENTATION A series of web pages, exercises and resources for adjunct Faculty "As Vice President for Academic Affairs, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to FIT as a member of our adjunct faculty..."  Bookmark the link below and explore the new resources designed for you. https://www.fitnyc.edu/cet/adjunct-faculty/index.php
	Teaching and Learning Resources:  The CET supports faculty in their efforts to provide effective and innovative teaching with a wide range of faculty development opportunities that reach out across the curriculum. This page provides helpful resources in support of your teaching practice.  Link to Teaching and Learning Resources Page
	Links Resources and Recordings Visit this page for valuable links to resources, CET webinars and downloads in support of your teaching practice.
	Gladys Marcus Library  Intellectual Property Resources Intellectual Property Guide This is a guide to a variety outside resources related to intellectual property and publishing of interest to both faculty and students. Its coverage includes copyright, trademark, fair use, and open access. Self-Paced Online Mini-Course about OER Use this guide to learn more about OER, SUNY support for OER integration, and the FIT Departmental OER Grant.
	FIT DIGITAL SYLLABUS PROJECT  The FIT Concourse Digital Syllabus  (also known as Syllabus Connect) is a campus-wide, syllabus template that already includes key FIT resources. Visit our FIT Digital Syllabus page for more information and a step-by-step tutorial.  Please contact the CET with questions or comments. 212-217-4063
	Visit the CET Calendar to sign up for the our events and training sessions.
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CET Shortcuts to Frequently Used Pages

• CET Calendar
• New Faculty Information
• Instructional Technology
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Faculty Development Grants and Awards(formerly the Teaching Institute.)
• Projects and Grants
• Teaching and Learning Resources