OFE offers events, workshops, programs, and group or individual teaching consultations throughout the academic year. Offerings are based on research but focused on providing options based on concrete, usable strategies and best practices. OFE offerings are free and open to the Montclair community by registration.

Schedule a confidential, no-judgment teaching conversation with an expert instructor by clicking the "Schedule an Appointment" tab below or visiting Teaching Consultations. We offer support on issues such as course pace, activity design, plans for absent students, and engaging students in reading and discussion. We also offer Syllabus and Assignment Review.   

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ChatGPT Status Check Online

What's the latest for you in the realm of AI-generated content? Are you using tools such as ChatGPT, GPT4, or Bing successfully? How are students in your classes using AI-tools well or poorly?...  More
Date:
Friday, March 31, 2023
Time:
12:00pm - 12:50pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 19 seats left

Class Prep and Grading Group Online

This group is designed for faculty and instructors of all ranks who wish to work on class prep and grading, and would like the accountability (or virtual company) of a group. We will meet on the hour...  More
Date:
Monday, April 3, 2023 Show more dates
Time:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Just for Adjuncts: You Bring the Questions, We Provide the Answers Online

Adjunct faculty often have questions regarding their teaching and the day-to-day of being an adjunct. Please bring your questions to this session, and we will answer them or point you in the right...  More
Date:
Monday, April 3, 2023
Time:
6:00pm - 6:50pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

Managing the Teaching Load - 7 Weeks Left! Online

With only seven weeks left in the semester, are you feeling overwhelmed by your teaching workload? Join us for some tips on how to get back on track and manage the rest of your semester.
Date:
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Time:
2:30pm - 3:20pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

Wednesday Morning Writing & Research Group Online

This group is designed for faculty and instructors of all ranks who wish to work on a research or writing project, new or already in-progress, and would like the accountability of a writing group. We...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Audience:
  Researchers  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 3 seats left

Rebranding Office Hours: Connecting with Students Outside of Class Online

Do office hours feel like a missed opportunity for connecting with students outside of class? Research suggests that student-faculty meetings are an important part of student success, yet often...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Time:
12:00pm - 12:50pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

Teaching an Accelerated Course: Tips and Tricks for Adapting Course Content and Engaging Students Online

The summer sessions offer an opportunity for faculty to teach and students to learn in courses that last just a few weeks. Join OFE staff experienced in accelerated and asynchronous teaching to get a...  More
Date:
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Time:
11:00am - 11:50am
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

Just for Adjuncts: You Bring the Questions, We Provide the Answers Online

Adjunct faculty often have questions regarding their teaching and the day-to-day of being an adjunct. Please bring your questions to this session, and we will answer them or point you in the right...  More
Date:
Monday, April 10, 2023
Time:
11:00am - 11:50am
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 20 seats left

Class Prep and Grading Group Online

This group is designed for faculty and instructors of all ranks who wish to work on class prep and grading, and would like the accountability (or virtual company) of a group. We will meet on the hour...  More
Date:
Monday, April 10, 2023 Show more dates
Time:
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left

Wednesday Morning Writing & Research Group Online

This group is designed for faculty and instructors of all ranks who wish to work on a research or writing project, new or already in-progress, and would like the accountability of a writing group. We...  More
Date:
Wednesday, April 12, 2023 Show more dates
Time:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Audience:
  Researchers  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 3 seats left

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