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The Teaching Squares program gives faculty an opportunity to gain new insight into their teaching through a\u00a0non-evaluative process of reciprocal classroom observation and self-reflection<\/strong>. If you would like more information, or to sign up to form a square,\u00a0email\u00a0celt@tufts.edu.<\/a><\/p>\n

What is a \u201cTeaching Square\u201d?<\/h2>\n

A square is made up of four faculty, typically from different disciplines. \u00a0The four faculty in each \u201cteaching square\u201d agree to visit each other\u2019s classes over the course of a semester and then meet to discuss what they\u2019ve learned from their observations.\u00a0They meet once as a group at the beginning to learn about the process and coordinate schedules, and after visiting each other\u2019s classes they meet again to share their learning.<\/p>\n

Why is this a unique opportunity?<\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>Teaching Squares are meant to spur personal self-reflection rather than peer evaluation. Participants focus their conversations on what they\u2019ve learned about their own teaching from the observation process and avoid direct commentary on their colleagues\u2019 performance. The goal is to encourage a respectful, safe, mutually-supportive experience for all involved. By allowing faculty to be \u201clearners\u201d again in their colleagues\u2019 classes, Teaching Squares can open up unique spaces for reflection and conversation about teaching. Participants are encouraged to approach the process in a spirit of appreciation \u2013 even celebration \u2013 of the work of their colleagues.<\/p>\n

What have past participants said?<\/h2>\n

\u201cI liked meeting people in other departments. It felt like breaking down barriers. I\u2019ve been here for seven years, but after visiting these classes, I felt more connected to the university.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cI was reminded about the way you feel when you are a student. As a teacher in control I forget that as a student you need time to think. I realized the importance of silence<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was interesting to see critical thinking in different subjects. [In some cases] there are strategies in common. It was also interesting to see how the instructors managed the class, group work, and use of space.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Logistics<\/h2>\n

CELT will help arrange space and food for the meetings, and help coordinate connections for the Squares. Sometimes it takes a little time to form a Square, but we will do our best to make it happen as quickly as possible. Feel free to encourage colleagues to sign up as well!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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