- Sponsor
- Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning
- Speaker
- Alana Harris
- Registration
- Registration
- Contact
- Jordan Leising
- jleising@illinois.edu
- Phone
- 217-300-9228
- Originating Calendar
- Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning
Creating a learning environment that supports student wellbeing can enhance engagement, motivation, and academic success—while also promoting a more positive experience for instructors. This interactive 60-minute session offers practical, evidence-based strategies that faculty and instructors can use to foster wellbeing in their classrooms, regardless of discipline or class size.
We will explore both low-stakes and higher-stakes approaches to integrating wellbeing into their teaching. Low-stakes strategies include small, everyday practices—such as mindful check-ins, transparent communication, or flexible assignment structures—that can make a meaningful difference without requiring major course redesigns. Higher-stakes strategies involve deeper shifts, such as rethinking assessment design, revising course policies, or embedding wellbeing objectives into learning outcomes.
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Understand how student wellbeing influences learning and academic outcomes.
- Distinguish between low-stakes and higher-stakes strategies for fostering wellbeing.
- Identify practical actions that align with their teaching style and course structure.
- Leave with ready-to-implement ideas and resources for creating a supportive, thriving classroom environment.
This session is ideal for faculty, teaching assistants, and instructors seeking to enhance both student and instructor wellbeing through intentional, flexible teaching practices.