Summary
This policy aims to establish a structured approach for faculty members to document and present their teaching methods, accomplishments, and goals through a teaching portfolio. The policy ensures that faculty members regularly maintain and update their portfolios to reflect their teaching contributions accurately. This structured portfolio serves as a critical tool for departmental evaluations during re-appointment, tenure, or promotion assessments, helping to ensure that evaluations are thorough, consistent, and aligned with leading practices.
Refer to the full policy below for full details.
Approved by: Senate / Board of Governors
Date of Most Recent Approval: March 11, 2020 / April 16, 2020
Responsible Executive: Provost and Vice President (Academic)
Policy-Specific Enquiries: Provost and Vice President (Academic)
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SPS B2 - Teaching Portfolios (MS Word Version) MS Word Version
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Resource: Preparing a Teaching Portfolio Website
Paul R. MacPherson Institute for Leadership, Innovation and Excellence in Teaching