Research on Teaching and Learning
  • Overview
     
  • Teaching-Based
    Research Group
  • TBRG Workshop
    Resources
  • Publications and
    Presentations
  • Discipline-Based
    Journals
  • Opportunities and New
    Directions Conference

 

The scholarship of teaching and learning views teaching as more than the transmission of knowledge. Learning is the active construction of knowledge by students; teaching creates the opportunities, capabilities, and motivation for this learning to occur. A scholarly approach to teaching engages faculty – and students – in research to develop, evaluate, and share advances for learning.

Contributions to advancing knowledge through our research into student learning include conducting assessments of the impacts of teaching practices on learning outcomes and developing research-based innovations in teaching. These contributions are explored and disseminated through the Teaching-Based Research Group, the annual Opportunities and New Directions conference, and publications and presentations.

 

 

Educational Technology & Related Education Conferences June to December, 2011

 

The Teaching-Based Research Group (TBRG) is a multi-disciplinary community of researchers from all six Faculties at the University of Waterloo committed to fostering systematic inquiry into the impact of teaching innovations on student learning processes and outcomes. The goal of the TBRG is to promote the scholarship of teaching and learning as a vital part of the research mission of the University.

Membership in the Teaching Based Research Group is open to UW faculty members and lecturers interested in taking a research-based approach to enhancing learning outcomes in their undergraduate or graduate courses. Cross-disciplinary, multi-disciplinary and inter-institutional research initiatives are also welcome. Topics of interest may, for example, include making changes in instructional methods, learning resources and curricula, and assessing their impact on student learning processes and outcomes. Other activities include assessing students’ learning experiences and ways to improve them; developing innovations in teaching methods and conducting classroom-focused  research studies on student learning; and reviewing teaching-related conference papers, journal articles, books and learning objects upon request.

Expertise is available to assist faculty to design and implement studies in their classroom settings. These are normally designed to be as non-intrusive as possible, that is, such studies are integrated into ongoing teaching and learning activities over the duration of a given course. To begin a research project or to find out more about teaching based research, please contact Julie Timmermans from the Centre for Teaching Excellence.

Educational Technology & Related Education Conferences June to December, 2011

 

Teaching-Based Research Group: Workshop Resources

 

Ireland, T., & Collins, N. (UW Library) (2009). Demystifying Library Databases.  Presentation [pdf].

McSpurren, K. (Survey Research Centre) (2009). An Introduction to Survey Research. Presentation [pdf].

O'Hara Hines, R. J. (Statistical Consulting) (2009). Statistics: A Vital Tool in Research. Presentation [pdf].

Meadows, K. (2009). Quantitative Research Design. Presentation [pdf].

Kieffer, J., & Morrow, A. (IAP) (2010). NSSE workshop. Presentation.

Roorda, A. (CTE) (2010). Pitching your Project: Strategies for Effective Grant Writing. Presentation.

Simmons, N. (CTE) 2011. Qualitative Research Methods Presentation.

Simmons, N. (CTE) 2011. Getting Started in SoTL. Presentation.

Simmons, N. (CTE) 2011, SoTL and Action Research, Presentation.

 

Teaching-Based Research Group

Publications

Carnaghan, C., & Webb, A. (2005). Investigating the Effects of Group Response Systems on Learning Outcomes and Satisfaction in Accounting Education. Article [PDF].

Hulls, C. (2005). Using a Tablet PC for Classroom Instruction. IEEE Published Conference Proceedings. Article [PDF]

Lingard, L., C. F. Schryer, Spafford, M., & Garwood, K. (2003). Talking the Talk: School and Workplace Genre Tension in Clerkship Case Presentations. Medical Education, 37, 612-620.

Schoner, V., Buzza, D., Harrigan, K., & Strampel, K. (2005). Learning Objects in Use: 'Lite' Assessment for Field Studies. Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, 1(1).

Schryer, C. F., Lingard, L., & Spafford, M. (2005). Techne or Artful Science and the Genre of Case Presentations in Healthcare Settings. Communication Monographs, Forthcoming, 2005.

Harrigan, K. (2004). Rae Review on Post-Secondary Education in Ontario: A Response from Ontario's Co-operative Learning Object Exchange.

Spafford, M. M., Lingard, L. Schryer, C. F., & Hrynchak, P. K. (2004). Tensions in the Field: Teaching Standards of Practice in Optometry Case Presentations. Optometry & Vision Science, 81, 800-806.

Spafford, M. M., Schryer, C. F., Lingard, L. & Hrynchak, P. K. (2004, December). What healthcare students do with what they don't know. The socializing power of 'uncertainty' in the case presentation. In submission toCommunication & Medicine.

Conference Presentations

Holbrook, J. and D. Ellis. (University of Waterloo). (2008, Oct). Supporting Blended Learning on Your Campus, "Weaving Patterns of Practice" 2008 POD Network/NCSPOD Conference, Reno, Nevada, USA . Poster Presentation [ppt] Interview about poster

Dayeh, V. (University of Waterloo). (2007, May). Helping Students Make Connections Using ePortfolios and Concept Maps. Spirit of Inquiry: Developing Critical Thinking, Creativity and Community Conference, Montréal, Canada. Presentation [ppt]

Steiner, S. (University of Waterloo). (2006, October 11). Teaching Process Improvement Using a Virtual Manufacturing Process. College of Engineering Seminar Series Presentation, Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio.

Jewinski, J. (University of Waterloo), & Williams, J. (University of Waterloo). (2006, October). The Error Average Record: How It Works. TESL Canada 2006, Winnipeg, Manitoba. (Also presented at TESL Ontario 2006, November, Toronto.)

Williams, J. (University of Waterloo). (2006, October). The Error Average Record: Student Perceptions. TESL Canada 2006, Winnipeg, Manitoba. (Also presented at TESL Ontario 2006, November, Toronto.)

Marks, P. (University of Waterloo), & Bond, S. (London School of Economics). (2006, August). Learning Objects or Learning Frameworks: Reusing the Design of a Multimedia Anthropology Resource. MERLOT, Ottawa, Canada.

Lithgow, K. (University of Waterloo), Holbrook, J. (University of Waterloo), Sproule, B. (University of Waterloo), & Light, T. P. (University of Waterloo). (2006, August) Providing Connections Through ePortfolios. MERLOT, Ottawa, Canada.

Sproule, B. (University of Waterloo), & Steele, C. (ANGEL Learning Inc.). (2006, August). Engagement and Efficiencies Using a Learning Management System (LMS) in Large Courses. MERLOT, Ottawa, Canada.

Sanderson, J. (University of Waterloo), & Holbrook, J. (University of Waterloo). (2006, August). Development, Implementation, and Learning Impact of Web-Based Tutorials in Physics. MERLOT, Ottawa, Canada.

Mann, R. (University of Waterloo, Physics), Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2005, July). A Diagram Software Tool for Undergraduate Particle Physics. MERLOT, Nashville, Tennessee. Abstract [PDF]

Suffling, R., Harrigan, K., Proulx, P., Salter, D., Schoner, V., Stashuk, K., et al. (2005, July). Experimental assessment of technical learning outcomes using a text-book and interactive package in  combinations: Addressing the numerical ecology problems of non-science students. MERLOT, Nashville, Tennessee. Abstract [PDF]

Sproule, R. (University of Waterloo, School of Accountancy). (2005, July). On-Line Learning Object: Operating Cash Flows-Indirect Method. MERLOT, Nashville, Tennessee. Abstract [PDF]

Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), Schryer, C. (University of Waterloo, English), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2004, December). “A More Capacious” Definition of Scholarship: the Carnegie Academy and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning at the University of Waterloo. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Sponsored Teaching, Learning and Technology Conference, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario. Presentation [ppt]

Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2004, August). Changing Times: ePortfolios in Co-operative Education. Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) Annual National Conference, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Presentation [ppt]

Harrigan, K. (University of Waterloo, The Centre for Learning and Teaching Through Technology/Co-operative Learning Object Exchange). (2004, June). Co-operative Learning Object Exchange. Canadian Association of Distance Education.

Willink, K. (2003-2004). Communicating for Clarity. Presented at the Center for Teaching and Learning campus-wide workshop, University of North Carolina.

Willink, K. (2002). Pedagogical Obstacles to Teaching Gender in the Classroom. Panel presented for the Women's Caucus and the Educational Policies Board at the National Communication Association Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana.

UW Presentations

Moresoli, C. (University of Waterloo, Department of Chemical Engineering, Associate Professor). (2006, March 21). The Spirit of Innovation Design Exhibit, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Charters, D. (University of Waterloo, School of Accountancy), & Gunz, S. (University of Waterloo, School of Accountancy). (2006, September 29). Challenging Students to Seek Excellence in an Introductory Class. School of Accountancy Seminar, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Charters, D. (University of Waterloo, School of Accountancy), & Gunz, S. (University of Waterloo, School of Accountancy). (2006, August). Challenging Students to Seek Excellence in an Introductory Class. ALSB Annual Conference: Charles M. Hewitt Master Teacher Competition, St. Petersburg, Florida.

North, J. (University of Waterloo, English Language and Literature). (2006, March). A Hybrid Course in English Literature and Online Composition. T-BRG Presentation, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Sanderson, J. (University of Waterloo, Physics). (2006, February). Web Tutorial Development. T-BRG Presentation, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2005, April). UW-ACE Survey Results: Students' Experiences of Using Technology in Learning. University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario. Presentation [ppt]

Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2005, October). UW-ACE Survey Results: Students' Experiences of Using Technology in Learning. Instructional Design Session, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Sproule, R. (University of Waterloo, Accounting). (2005, April). Improving Learning Outcomes in Accounting Through Use of a Learning Object. University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario.

Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2004, November). The Workplace Landscape: ePortfolios in Co-operative Education. Electronic Portfolio Landscapes: Exploring the Future, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario. Presentation [ppt]

Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LT3 & LRI). (2005, February). ePortfolios in Co-op: What Does this Mean for You? What Does this Mean for Employers?. ePortfolio Commitment Session, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario. Presentation [ppt]

Schulze, M. (University of Waterloo, Germanic and Slavic Studies). WatPAL: Tablet PCs and Group Work. Presentation [ppt]

Workshops

Dayeh, V. (University of Waterloo, Biology). (2005, July) Assisting Students in Making Connections in Undergraduate Courses. Presentation [ppt]

Light, T. P. (University of Waterloo, History & LRI). (2005, July). Making Connections: Using ePortfolios to Deepen Learning in History.

Sproule, R. (University of Waterloo, Accounting). (2005, July). E-Portfolios- An Integrating Framework. Presentation [ppt]

Dr. Sykes, S. (University of Waterloo, Office of Research Ethics). (2005, July 18). Living with Evolving Research Ethics Guidelines T-BRG sponsored talk. Presentation [ppt]

CASTL Presentations

McMurry, A. (University of Waterloo). (2006). Rhetoric and Semiotics Concept Laboratory. CASTL Research Institute, Chicago, Illinois.

Willink, K. (University of Waterloo). (2006). E-Portfolios and the Pedagogy and Assessment of Transformational Learning In Diversity and Intercultural Communication Courses. CASTL Research Institute, Chicago, Illinois.

Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI), Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Marks, P. (University of Waterloo, LT3). (2006, April). How scholarly is the scholarship of teaching and learning in practice?. 2006 Carnegie Colloquium on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, Madison, Wisconsin.

Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), Gorbet, R. (University of Waterloo, ECE), Carey, T. (University of Waterloo, AVP-LRI), Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Marks, P. (University of Waterloo, LT3). (2005, October). Raising the bar on validity: Exploring the relationship between reflective practice and traditional research practice in the classroom. IS-SOTL Second Annual Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia. Abstract [pdf]

Nguyen, T. (University of Waterloo, Economics), Marks, P. (University of Waterloo, LT3), Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (October 2005). Enhanced Learning Technology in Quantitative Economics IS-SOTL Second Annual Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia. Abstract [pdf]

Nguyen, T. (University of Waterloo, Economics). (2005, October). Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Economy. IS-SOTL Second Annual Conference, Vancouver, British Columbia. Abstract [pdf]

Gorbet, R. (University of Waterloo, ECE), Taylor, B. (University of Waterloo, Fine Arts), Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2005, June). Cross-Disciplinary Learning in Engineering and Fine Arts. 2005 Carnegie Academy for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) Research Institute, Chicago, Illinois.

Schoner, V. (University of Waterloo, LRI), & Strampel, K. (University of Waterloo, LRI). (2005, March). Using Evidence of Students' Learning Experiences as a Catalyst to Course-Based Pedagogical Change. 2005 Carnegie Colloquium on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, Atlanta, Georgia. Presentation [ppt]

Marks, P., Schoner, V., Bringelson, L., Carey, T. (2005). Advancing the Scholarship of Teaching in a Research University: Forming a Cross-Disciplinary Teaching Based Research Group. IS-SOTL, Bloomington, Indiana.

 

 

Education

 

compass
Opportunities and New Directions:
A Research Conference on Teaching and Learning.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
at the University of Waterloo

Waterloo's Teaching-Based Research Group (TBRG), in association with the Centre for Teaching Excellence and
the Teaching Excellence Council and supported by the office of the Associate Vice-President, Academic Programs,
invites you to participate in a two-day conference of research on teaching and learning and its application in the
course setting. We welcome everyone interested in this scholarship to join us for an exciting opportunity to
network with like-minded colleagues from multiple disciplines and institutions and to engage in conversations
about new research, work in progress, and emerging ideas.