The LSSU Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning (CETAL) is designed to facilitate the development of professional learning communities; discussions; seminars and workshops; print and electronic resources for teaching enhanced use of classroom technology; and conference participation.
At the CETAL, faculty are able to share experiences and knowledge with colleagues with the purpose of improving instruction and advising. Learning communities around topics such as Teaching First Year Students and Advising help facilitate this communication.
The Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning is directed by two faculty coordinators with input provided by a work group of faculty from across campus as well as key academic support and advising staff members.
Resources and training materials, such as books, journals, and videos, are available in the library’s collection and searchable through Primo.
As stated in LSSU’s core values, teaching is our first priority and focuses on providing student/faculty interaction, learning, and research in current, relevant programs. The LSSU Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning (CETAL) strives for excellence in teaching and learning by:
To foster an environment of trust and respect in which effective solutions regarding teaching, learning and advisement evolve organically from an ongoing, inclusive discussion across campus constituencies about what is means to be thoughtful and responsive human beings on campus and in the world.
In 2013, as part of a Title III proposal, the LSSU Faculty Center for Teaching was established with the goal of providing resources for faculty to improve teaching. In 2018, the FCT evolved and became the Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning (CETAL).