CDI is being held in person on Wednesday and Thursday May 7th & 8th, 2025 in the Central Library, Divinity Room 211 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Course Design Institute
Wednesday and Thursday, May 7 & 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Registration is closed.
Are you prepping a new course for the next semester? Are you interested in redesigning an existing course? AdvancED is excited to announce the 2025 Course Design Institute (CDI). This two-day interactive program of workshops, small group conversations and work time will provide a supportive and collaborative environment for faculty to develop or refine courses that foster impactful student learning experiences. The institute will run from 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. each day, and lunch will be provided.
What to Expect:
- Utilize the backward design framework to align learning objectives, assessments, and activities.
- Explore teaching strategies to create accessible courses and classroom community.
- Learn how to integrate generative AI tools into instruction and leverage gen AI for efficiencies in course design, assignments and grading.
- Collaborate with peers across disciplines and receive tailored feedback.
Whether you are preparing a new course, redesigning an existing one, or looking for innovative ideas, CDI is designed to inspire and empower your teaching practice.
Eligibility
Who should attend CDI?
- Faculty members wishing to strengthen their understanding of course design
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If you have any questions or need further clarification, please reach out to the AdvancED team at advanced-teaching@vanderbilt.edu or 615-322-7290 for guidance. Register today to secure your spot and ensure you're prepared to develop an enriching course.
I enjoyed that this brought together people from different disciplines and fostered helpful dialog about what we were learning. I really liked the interactivity and use of learning activities. I think those were helpful. It was nice that there was time baked into the program to do individual work. This helped me redesign some elements of my upcoming workshop.
— CDI Participant
CDI FAQs
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Fill out our form to register for CDI today. The registration deadline is May 5.
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For any questions about registration, or if you experience problems, please contact the AdvancED team at advanced-teaching@vanderbilt.edu or 615-322-7290.
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For more information, contact AdvancED at advanced-teaching@vanderbilt.edu.