The Center for Engaged Learning and Teaching (CELT) at Tulane offers an optional, 3-course series for graduate students who are interested in becoming better teachers. I completed this series, evidenced by my completion certificate above, in May 2025. The series includes three separate courses: 

1. The Essentials for Teaching and Learning

Description from the course cataloge: "This course is one of the series of 3, 1-credit hour courses with this course being the first of the series. The nature of this course will comprise the theoretical underpinnings in effective teaching and learning. This course provides the framework upon which excellence in teaching is built. We will approach to better facilitate student learning and improve teaching practices. Students will investigate the science of learning, identify strategies of effective teaching practices, discuss ways to ensure inclusive and diverse classroom environments and the pedagogy or service learning. The course will culminate with the writing of a Teaching Philosophy and creating a Teaching E-Porfolio." 

2. Practical Course Design and Teaching Skills

Description from the course cataloge: "This course building on the theories presented in CELT 7010, will focus on the practical applications of course design, classroom management techniques, the appropriate inclusion of technology and the development of learning-based assessments." 

3. Teaching Practicum

Description from the course cataloge: "This course is designed to provide students feedback on actual teaching opportunities. Some students maybe the faculty of record for a course in their department, others will be a guest lecturer or give lectures to peers."