Teaching and Learning Essentials Seminar (TA2)
The TA2 seminar focuses on developing foundational understanding of strategies and approaches that support student learning at the college level. The College of Graduate Studies requires all Teaching Assistants, Level 2 (TA2), to complete the training PRIOR to starting their teaching assignment. Priority registration will be given to TA2s who need to meet the requirement, though all grad students are welcome to attend.
For graduate students who have been appointed as a Teaching Assistant, Level 2 (TA2), congratulations on your appointment. Before you begin your work as a TA2, you must complete the Faculty Center’s TA2 Training program.
Enrollment
The TA2 Training program is an asynchronous online training conducted each semester through Folio. Enrollment for the current online training will be open from December 1, 2025, through July 30, 2025
- Allow two business days after registering to see the TA2 training in your Folio course sites.
- You will receive a separate email inviting you to the online component.
Course Outline
Module 1: Planning Course Design
The Planning Course Design module covers Mapping your course, Lesson planning, and aligning assignment instructions.
Module 2: Building a Course
The Building a Course module covers Selecting course content, Assessing learning, Promoting academic integrity, and developing a communication plan.
Module 3: Teaching a Course
The Teaching a Course module covers engaging and motivating students, Fostering effective discussion, Being a present instructor, and Helping students succeed.
Module 4: Optimizing Your Course with Campus Technologies
The Optimizing Your Course with Campus Technologies module covers leveraging Folio modules, Recording videos, and Utilizing feedback technologies.
Completion
- Complete the online training at your own pace during the training window.
- Pass the assignments and complete all activities with an 85% or higher to pass the TA2 training.
- Receive a Certificate of Completion.