Center for Excellence in Teaching

The CET Teaching Center (Room B-502)  is equipped with all of the Mac and PC software needed for faculty to work in support of their teaching and learning needs. The lab is also equipped with a printer, high-quality flatbed, and document scanners, and a lending library. Drop by anytime to work alone or with your colleagues.
FIT Remote Labs, powered by Leostream allows you to access the CET lab computers wherever you are. Sign-up for FIT Remote Labs here. For details contact Tech Help if you have difficulties. (212) 217-HELP

The CET designs, develops, sponsors, and collaborates on events throughout the year that support best practices in teaching, learning, and technology. The events pages linked here encompass many examples that contain audio recordings, supporting materials, and resources. Please check our calendar frequently for our current offerings.  Visit CET Events page

On Wednesday May 18, The Adjunct Institute held it's Adjunct Summer Institute event. Guest speaker, Dr. Srivi Ramasubramanian's presentation explored the larger theories of decoloniality, indigenous pedagogy, trauma-informed approaches to the practice of teaching. The workshop included small breakout groups where attendees shared their experiences and insights. Srividya “Srivi” Ramasubramanian holds a PhD in mass communication from Pennsylvania State University. She is a leading communication scholar whose work addresses contemporary global issues relating to media, diversity and social justice. Visit the Adjunct Summer Institute event page for more details and related readings. 

Faculty Development Grants and Awards (FDGA)  The Faculty Development Grants and Awards Program is dedicated to the development of faculty in their creative inquiry and growth as educators, scholars, artists, designers, business innovators and industry-related professionals. FIT faculty members, including full-time classroom, non-classroom and adjunct faculty are encouraged to apply for funding. Visit the FDGA page or Download an application form

Student Academic Resources at FIT: This new faculty orientation contains a comprehensive overview of student academic resources at FIT that provides valuable insight and information for all faculty. 

Designing assignments to engage students in meaningful research

Presented on February 9th by Miyo Sandlin-FIT Library,  Sarah Blazer-Writing, and Speaking Studio and Meg Joseph-Global Fashion Management. How do you get your students to conduct meaningful research and build information literacy? This event recording provides you with a suite of resources, practices, and assignments that you can tailor to your purposes and subject areas.