The Hub

Building Classroom Community and Belonging (In-person at RV)
2025-12-12 07:06 (America/New_York) | SV 416, Rockville
Participants in this workshop will explore how to craft classroom activities and community building strategies that enhance a sense of belonging for all students. You’ll learn actionable techniques for promoting meaningful peer connections, cultivating a sense of shared responsibility, and ensuring that all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to engage fully in their learning experiences.

Building Collective Intelligence: Facilitating Group Work for Deeper Learning (In-person at TPSS)
2025-12-12 07:06 | ST 332, Takoma Park
In this one-hour workshop, faculty will explore strategies for facilitating collaborative problem-solving to enhance student engagement and deepen learning. Participants will learn how to structure group work and implement problem-based learning activities that foster teamwork, communication, and collective intelligence. The session will feature examples of effective collaborative practices across disciplines and offer guided time for faculty to design or adapt a collaborative activity for their own courses. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with tools to promote meaningful student collaboration. This session is valuable for faculty teaching in any modality or discipline.
