More Than a Post-It: How Detailed Lesson Plans Make a Difference

When you’re busy, it’s easy to underprepare for teaching sessions. A few bullets on a post-it might seem adequate to “get through” a lesson. Teaching according to our values—including equity, connection, inclusion, accessibility, and other fundamental pedagogical foundations—takes more preparation. This session in the Certificate in University Teaching seminar series will describe ways to use lesson planning to ensure that all learners can engage and flourish, course outcomes are met, common pitfalls can be (mostly) averted, and your teaching aligns with your intentions for effective and empathetic instruction. Participants are encouraged to come with an existing or anticipated lesson plan—even a brief one—in mind. The session is led by Prof. Megan Oakleaf (iSchool).