UNIV*6800 - University Teaching: Theory and Practice (UTTP)

Calendar Description

This course focuses on the relationship between pedagogical theory and instructional practice. The course addresses two major teaching and learning competencies; firstly, it introduces learners to the foundational theory in pedagogy and explores recent disciplinary theory that informs instructional practice. Secondly, the course provides an opportunity for learners to develop and deliver a micro-teaching lesson, develop the fundamental skills of providing peer feedback, and develop approaches to becoming reflective instructional practitioners.

Course Description

University Theory and Teaching Practice (UTTP) is a graduate course focusing on the relationship between pedagogical theory and instructional practice. The course strives for two major competencies; firstly, it introduces participants to the foundational theory in pedagogy and explores recent disciplinary pedagogical theory that informs our instructional practice.  Secondly, the course provides an opportunity for participants to develop and deliver a micro-teaching lesson, develop the fundamental skills of providing peer evaluation, and develop their approach to becoming reflective instructional practitioners. 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course participants should be able to:

1. Critically reflect on pedagogies and principles of learner centeredness, universal design, inclusivity, active learning, lesson planning, feedback and research on learning science and motivation 
2. Create a lesson plan using the BOPPPS model as a framework
3. Deliver two micro-teaching lessons
4. Participate in peer observation and evaluation exercises as both a provider of feedback and as a reflective practitioner using feedback
5. Critically evaluate relevant scholarship (SoTL), in relation to teaching practice, student learning, motivation, and assessment

Course Date and Time

For Winter 2026, the scheduled course time is Wednesdays 11:30 AM - 2:20 PM. This course is fully online. 

Course Registration

Current UofG students can register for the course on WebAdvisor.

Post docs, staff, and instructors can register for the course as an open learner through the School of Continuing Studies. UofG employees can speak with their Chair or Director about their eligibility for a tuition waiver.

Previous Course Offering Outlines

Please see below for previous UTTP course outlines: