Welcome to the Teaching Commons

Empowering Excellence in Teaching and Learning

We are experienced, approachable, understanding collaborators in your teaching journey who provide practical guidance and support for wise and effective teaching and learning practices.

Our Core Values

Within the Teaching Commons, we value the following:

Faculty First: Recognizing all instructors as unique teachers and learners

Inclusiveness: Promoting the creation of teaching and learning environments that embrace decolonization, diversity, and equity, where all feel welcomed, accepted, and respected

Dignity: Treating every individual with dignity and respect

Pragmatism: Providing practical, meaningful, and immediately relevant guidance and assistance

Collaboration: Developing relationships and working in partnership with instructors, staff, and others to carry out our mission of empowering excellence

Innovation: Embracing change and creative, forward-looking solutions to enhance teaching and learning practices

Research-informed Guidance: Using current research to support all aspects of teaching and learning

Core Pillars of Support

The following six pillars frame the Teaching Common’s key areas of focus and responsibility:

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Visit our Contact Us webpage to connect with a member of our team, or feel free to call (807.343.8010 ext. 7730), email (teachingcommons@lakeheadu.ca), or stop by (LI 5014) to get connected!

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