Instructor Hub

In the Instructor Hub of the Teaching Commons, you will discover resources to meet your teaching and education research needs. If you need assistance, please connect with our team of experts.

Instructor Essentials 

• Review the UC Merced's Instructor Packet for policies, procedures, and guidelines. 
• Explore tips for building an inclusive syllabus and CatCourses learning environment.
• Prepare your course with best practices.
• Prioritize instructor wellness and self-care.

Instructional Technologies 

• Browse through the Faculty Technology Guide for resources on technology services.
• Find information on classroom technologies, instructional design services, and computer labs. 
• Request a Technology Enabled Active Learning (T.E.A.L.) Laboratory.

 

Pedagogy Guides 

• Explore our curated collection of evidence-based teaching strategies including:
  • Course Design and Frameworks
  • Assessment and Feedback
  • Engaging Learning Experiences
  • Special Topics and Advanced Practices

Education Research & Grant Support 

• Discover grant support and boilerplate language for your convenience.
• Browse through seminal education research literature and journals. 
• New to education research? Start here or consider joining a learning community.

Students Assessing Teaching & Learning (SATAL)

• Request to have your classroom environment assessed for levels of student engagement. 
• Receive a report on instructional behavior and understand areas to improve.