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Message from the Vice-Provost
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With the fall term on the horizon, I'm pleased to share the launch of new resources and programming that will help to support the excellent work happening across classrooms and curricula. This month, I'd like to highlight the new AI Task Force Updates SharePoint and announce dates for the 2024-25 Forum on Experiential Learning. And just a reminder, in preparation for the fall we have updated the FAQ and associated suggested syllabus language related to AI on our website. I’d also like to thank our summer students, whose hard work contributed to our projects on experiential learning, undergraduate research, and data analytics.
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Teaching Grants
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Submit a LEAF Expression of Interest
Expressions of Interest for the fall cycle of the Learning & Education Advancement Fund (LEAF) are currently being accepted until September 10. The Learning & Education Advancement Fund (LEAF) aims to enhance the learning experiences of undergraduate students in first-entry divisions by supporting projects that anticipate, leverage and create positive changes in classrooms and curricula.
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New Guidelines for Payments to Indigenous Payees
The University of Toronto has released new guidelines to improve payment processes for Indigenous partners. These guidelines provide a resource for staff, faculty, librarians and student groups, with the goal of reducing barriers in payment processes for non-employee Indigenous partners who work with the University.
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If working on a project that involves Indigenous community members, please consult these guidelines. For any questions on incorporating these guidelines into an institutional teaching grant, please reach out to vp.iue@utoronto.ca as we're happy to connect you with the appropriate institutional or divisional office for consultation.
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Generative AI
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AI Task Force Updates SharePoint
We are pleased to announce the launch of the AI Task Force Updates SharePoint. The site features updates from the AI Task Force and each of its working groups as well as a summary of the monthly AI Roundup.
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Hub Dialogues: Susan McCahan on Artificial Intelligence's Impact on Education
On August 6, Susan McCahan sat down with Hub Dialogues to discuss the impact of Artificial Intelligence on education, classroom design, and high-impact learning practices.
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This conversation is part of the podcast series, From Campus to Canada, which brings groundbreaking university research to The Hub’s audience. The series covers a wide range of topics including values and politics, artificial intelligence, Canada-US relations, and the future of electric vehicles. These exceptional researchers provide a window into the important work occurring at the University of Toronto and other universities across the country.
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Register for the next AI Roundup - Emerging Trends
Wednesday, August 28 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams
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All U of T faculty and staff who would find this content helpful are welcome to attend.
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Teaching & Learning
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Discovery Series: Conversations with Students about AI
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Monday, September 23 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.
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via Governing Council Chamber (in-person) and Microsoft Teams (online)
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of many discussions in academic units. In our first session of the 2024-25 Discovery Series, we will explore two innovative projects that involve nuanced conversations with students about AI. One team is training future builders of systems to assess the ethical implications of the technologies they are creating. Their approach is to embed modules on ethics and technology into select courses across the computer science curriculum, including three AI courses. The other team is working to train chemistry students on the potential uses and limitations of generative AI in the context of developing formal writing skills. As part of this conversation, considerations are given to academic integrity concerns, ethical usage and the potential for biases and hallucinations with AI. Learn more on our website.
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Teaching & Learning Symposium: Mini-Series
The Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) is pleased to announce the Teaching & Learning Symposium Mini-Series. The TLS: Mini-Series offers the teaching and learning community an opportunity to reconnect and re-engage throughout the Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 terms. Join for conversation, community and collaboration as we work towards an understanding of What is a Classroom? today, tomorrow and for the future.
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Unveiling the New Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines 3.0: Unlocking Inclusive Learning
Tuesday, September 17 from 2:00-3:00 p.m., online via MS Teams
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Join CTSI in unveiling the UDL guidelines 3.0 and considerations for implementing UDL and unlocking inclusive learning in higher education. Whether you are new to UDL or looking to engage in discussion on the new iteration/changes, this session is tailored to accommodate all levels of experience.
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Updates to the CTSI Teaching with Generative AI at U of T Website
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These resources together aim to guide instructors in effectively addressing the impact of generative AI in their teaching.
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Experiential Learning
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Forum on Experiential Learning
Convened three times a year and co-chaired by the Vice-Provost, Innovations in Undergraduate Education and the Vice-Provost, Students, the Forum on Experiential Learning (FEL) supports academic and non-academic administrators and staff. Building on the expertise of divisions and units in experiential learning, the FEL shares internal and external developments in the experiential education landscape, informs local and institutional strategic priorities in this area and creates conversation and community among experiential learning practitioners at the University.
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The 2024-25 meetings will be in hybrid format with an in-person meeting at the Governing Council Chambers and online via Microsoft Teams:
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- Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 10:00-11:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, February 11, 2025 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.
- Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
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The FEL has an open call for new members. If you are interested in joining, please email: el.vpiue@utoronto.ca
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Data Security
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U of T 30-day MS Teams Chat Retention Policy
As an important element in records management and data security, the University of Toronto will be implementing a 30-day retention policy for all individual Teams chat messages that occur outside of a designated Microsoft Teams Channel. This policy will take effect September 16, 2024. The policy is designed to streamline data storage, enhance security and promote efficient communication practices within the university.
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News from the OVPIUE
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Summer Students Present at Mini Conference
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Thank you to our summer students who recently presented their work on sexual violence prevention in experiential learning, data analytics, student success, and undergraduate research. Back row: Varun Datta, Katherine Liu, Mary-Claire Ball, Jessie Richards, Kayla Pedret, Jeff Burrows, Clare Gilderdale; Front row: Carrie Reese, Ashley Yim, Hari Lee Robledo, Olivia Townsend.
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We're currently accepting applications for Fall work study positions. Please share with students who may be interested in these opportunities:
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- Research and Special Projects Assistants (Job ID: 238235)
- Research Assistant, Student Success Research - targeted at 1st and 2nd year undergraduates (Job ID: 240948)
- Research Assistant, Student Success Program Assistant - targeted at upper year and graduate students (Job ID: 240954)
- Systems Implementations Assistant (Job ID: 240275)
- Curriculum Special Projects Assistant (Job ID: 239506)
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