Teaching & Learning Innovation - UTK

06/05/2026

Today, we're celebrating Dr. Josie Andrews, who recently presented "Cultural Brushstrokes: Using Art to Cross Cultural Boundaries in Adult Education" at the 2026 CASAE-AERC Joint Conference at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada.

We're proud to see TLI represented on an international stage! 👏🌎🍊

06/03/2026

UT instructors, graduate students, and postdocs:

Looking for ways to boost student engagement and motivation? Join the free CIRTL workshop, "Stimulating Student Engagement and Motivation By Asking the 'Right' Questions," on June 10, 2026, from 12–1 p.m. EDT via Zoom.

Learn how informal questioning techniques can spark curiosity, encourage deeper thinking, and increase participation in your classes.

As a member of the CIRTL Network, the University of Tennessee community can attend at no cost. Register here: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0IfFFhQ6Y5pRiNE, by June 10!

06/02/2026

05/26/2026

Last day to register for UT FUEL (Facilitating Undergraduate Evidence-Based Learning), a 6-module seminar focused on evidence-based teaching practices!

Flexible options:
• Zoom (Thursdays, May 28–July 9)
• Self-paced (complete by July 30)

https://tiny.utk.edu/summer-fuel

05/21/2026

Looking for insightful conversations in higher education?

Check out The Key Podcast featuring candid discussions with higher ed newsmakers. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major streaming platforms.

https://www.insidehighered.com/podcasts/the-key

05/19/2026

📣 Graduate students and postdocs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville 📣

Join UTFUEL (Facilitating Undergraduate Evidence-Based Learning), a 6-module seminar focused on evidence-based teaching practices.

Flexible options:
• Zoom (Thursdays, May 28–July 9)
• Self-paced (complete by July 30)

🗓 Register by May 26: https://tiny.utk.edu/summer-fuel

05/14/2026

As the academic year comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible faculty, staff, and students who engaged with Teaching & Learning Innovation this year.

We wish you a restful and well-deserved summer, and we look forward to another great year ahead! 🍊

05/12/2026

Graduate students and postdocs at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville 📣
Join UT FUEL, a 6-module seminar on evidence-based teaching practices.

Options:
• Zoom: Thursdays, May 28–July 9
• Self-paced: Complete by July 30

🗓 Register by May 26: tiny.utk.edu/summer-fuel