Fall 2024 TA Training
TAs will be required to attend TA Training whether they are new TAs or experienced, returning TAs. Both trainings are offered through CEETE and facilitated through Canvas with synchronous portions. If you are a returning TA or new TA, please register through the appropriate link below. Both trainings will have Canvas courses released the week of August 12th.
New Educator Orientation – In Person
The New Educator Orientation (NEO) program is designed to help instructors and TAs utilize effective teaching strategies and technologies in their classes. NEO is an opportunity for teaching assistants and instructors to learn from each other and share perspectives with both new and experienced engineering educators. NEO workshops are intended to expose educators to new learning theories and approaches, as well as provide practical suggestions on how to improve teaching and learning. The program also provides TAs with information, resources, and training required as part of their employment.
NEO will be presented in person again this fall! All sessions will be held in Wendt Commons August 27th and 28th. There will be asynchronous training facilitated in Canvas. There is approximately 10 hours of asynchronous work participants must complete before attending the synchronous sessions. By registering for NEO at the link below, you will be enrolled in the Canvas course and receive more information about the course, dates, and expectations as the training approaches.
NEO Participants will also need to register for the Graduate Assistant Equity Workshop to complete their reappointment requirement. Click here for more information.
Please click “Join Course” once you enter the Canvas page to fully participate.
Monday 8/12- Tuesday 8/27 – Independent work on asynchronous modules (approximately 10 hours)
Tuesday 8/27 – 8:30am -3:45pm Breakfast and Lunch provided
Wednesday 8/28 – 8:30am-11:00am Breakfast provided
Returning TA Training
Any TAs who have taught before in the College of Engineering and will teach again in Fall 2024 are required to take Returning TA Training. This training will open August 12th through Wednesday, August 28th. It will include submitting a brief reflection on your teaching, a quiz to refresh your knowledge of NEO materials, a synchronous session, and video activities to build upon your skills as an instructor. This synchronous session will be held over Zoom on Wednesday, August 28th, at 12:30-2pm CT. The session is mandatory. Registering for the course through the link below will give you access to the Canvas course as the date gets closer.
Register for Returning TA Training
Please click “Join Course” once you enter the Canvas page to fully participate.
| Task | Time |
| Submit a brief teaching reflection | Due: 11:59pm Tues. Aug 27th |
| Attend Returning TA Training | 12:30-2pm Wed. Aug 28th |
| Complete teaching practices video reflection | Due: 11:59pm Fri. Aug 30th |
| Complete the Policies, Practices, and Resources Review Quiz | Due: 11:59pm Fri. Aug 30th |
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is NEO this year?
The training will be held from August 12th until August 30th at 11:59pm. The Canvas course and materials will be available to participants for the entire semester.
Should I register for NEO or the Returning TA Training?
The NEO program is intended for first time TAs and includes elements required for your appointment. If you have already taken NEO training, or the Graduate Assistants Equity Workshop, please register for the Returning TA Training. This will help you to avoid covering content you have already completed before. If you are not sure, you can reach out to CEETE ceete@engr.wisc.edu.
Where is NEO held?
All events for the NEO program take place in Wendt Commons, asynchronous course material will be facilitated in the official Canvas course.
Who should attend NEO?
New TAs in the College of Engineering and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences should attend NEO. If you were a TA previously, but not in the College of Engineering or College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, you may need to take NEO. We present content specific to these Colleges. Please ask your TA Coordinator or Administrator with questions about your requirements.
Am I required to attend NEO?
All new TAs in the College of Engineering and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are required to attend NEO. Because each university is different, even those who have attended TA or teacher training at another university must attend.
When is NEO offered?
NEO is offered at the beginning of Spring and Fall semesters, usually the Wednesday and Thursday the week before classes start. All activities will be offered remotely. There will still be required synchronous sessions the week of August 26th. More information coming soon.
I can't make it to some or all of the NEO or Returning TA Training Program. What can I do to make up the requirement?
Due to the interactive nature of the webinar sessions, there is no complete way to make up missing those events, though some recordings may be available to watch after the event. Ultimately, your TA Coordinator or TA Administrator will be enforcing your training requirements. Contact them to determine if your absence will be excused.
I’d like to present or coordinate a NEO workshop. Whom do I contact?
Faculty, lecturers, and TAs can serve as workshop coordinators or volunteer as a guest speaker to share experiences and techniques. If interested in participating as a NEO speaker or coordinator, please contact CEETE, ceete@engr.wisc.edu.