Transitioning Graduate Students to Effective University Professors

In the course "Transitioning Graduate Students to Effective University Professors: is a teaching-skills workshop designed to help graduate students confidently step into the role of university instructor. Participants learn practical, evidence-based strategies for planning and delivering engaging lessons, facilitating meaningful discussions, and creating a supportive learning environment for diverse students. The program covers core instructional skills such as lesson and course planning, clear learning outcomes, active-learning techniques, assessment and feedback, inclusive teaching practices, and managing common classroom challenges. By the end of the program, participants will have a stronger teaching toolkit, greater classroom confidence, and ready-to-use approaches they can apply immediately in their own courses.