Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning

The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning is dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and assessing teaching effectiveness and student learning. In addition to the events listed below, we are always available for individual consultations or workshops designed specifically for your department or college.  Many workshops can be applied towards the CITL teaching certificates. Learn more about our teaching certificates. 


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  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/2/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/3/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:30 am - 12:50 pm   02/11/2026    2/4/2026
    Armory TBD

    This interactive workshop explores how collaborative learning strategies can foster student success by promoting engagement, equity, and a sense of belonging. *This workshop counts towards completion of any of CITL's Teaching Certificates. To learn more about our Teaching Certificate program please visit https://go.illinois.edu/teaching_certificates.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/9/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm    2/10/2026
    In person at 103 Armory or Virtual via Zoom

    Our selected book will be… The New College Classroom (Davidson & Katopodis, 2022) Hybrid meetings are 11:00 AM -12:30 PM on Tuesdays - January 27, February 10 & 24, and March 10.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/10/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:30 am - 12:50 pm    2/11/2026
    Armory TBD

    This interactive workshop introduces evidence-based active learning strategies to promote engagement, inclusivity, and deeper learning.i *This workshop counts towards completion of any of CITL's Teaching Certificates. To learn more about our Teaching Certificate program please visit https://go.illinois.edu/teaching_certificates.

  • 11:30 am - 12:45 pm    2/13/2026
    Virtual via Zoom

    This workshop helps faculty integrate digital literacy into their courses to prepare students for success in an increasingly digital world. *This workshop counts towards completion of any of CITL's Teaching Certificates. To learn more about our Teaching Certificate program please visit https://go.illinois.edu/teaching_certificates.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/16/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/17/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:30 am - 12:50 pm    2/18/2026
    Armory TBD

    This workshop explores authentic assessment strategies that go beyond traditional exams and quizzes to evaluate student learning in meaningful, real-world contexts. *This workshop counts towards completion of any of CITL's Teaching Certificates. To learn more about our Teaching Certificate program please visit https://go.illinois.edu/teaching_certificates.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/23/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm    2/24/2026
    In person at 103 Armory or Virtual via Zoom

    Our selected book will be… The New College Classroom (Davidson & Katopodis, 2022) Hybrid meetings are 11:00 AM -12:30 PM on Tuesdays - January 27, February 10 & 24, and March 10.

  • 12:00 - 4:00 pm    2/24/2026
    Innovation Studio, Rm 172, Armory Building

    Come visit Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning at Illinois Innovation Studio between Noon and 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays in the Armory building room 172. You will be able to interact with generative AI and virtual reality (VR), create a gift with a 3D printer or laser cutter, and interact with our new digital resources.

  • 11:30 am - 12:50 pm    2/25/2026
    Armory TBD

    This workshop equips faculty with practical tools and strategies to facilitate discourse and navigate complex classroom discussions on sensitive or controversial topics. *This workshop counts towards completion of any of CITL's Teaching Certificates. To learn more about our Teaching Certificate program please visit https://go.illinois.edu/teaching_certificates.

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