College Teaching in Practice

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The College Teaching in Practice (CTP) micro-credential, offered by the Center for Teaching & Learning (CTL) at ºÚÁÏÉçÇøÍø, supports educators in strengthening their teaching skills and demonstrating their expertise in post-secondary education.

This program is ideal for:

  • Graduate student instructors
  • Postdoctoral scholars
  • Faculty (tenure-track, instructors, and lecturers)
  • Staff members involved in teaching

Whether you’re preparing for future academic roles or looking to expand your teaching toolkit, the CTP micro-credential provides a structured pathway to professional growth and recognition.

Program Overview and Benefits

The CTP micro-credential is more than just a certificate—it’s a mark of distinction that highlights your teaching proficiency and commitment to student-centered learning.

Why Participate?

  • Recognized Certification – Showcase your teaching skills to hiring committees and academic institutions.
  • Career Advancement – Strengthen your resume and gain a competitive edge for faculty and teaching positions.
  • Skill Development – Build expertise in active learning, student engagement, curriculum design, and inclusive teaching practices.
  • Transferable Skills – Demonstrate communication, project management, and collaboration abilities valued across disciplines.
  • Hands-On Feedback and Support – Work with CTL experts to refine your teaching practices.

Cost: FREE for ºÚÁÏÉçÇøÍø participants.

Getting Started: Register for Tracking

Before beginning the program requirements, participants must register as a user to track their progress.

Visit and create an account to record your participation and track activities.

Program Requirements

To earn your CTP micro-credential, participants must complete the following:

1. Attend 10 Hours of CTL Training

Complete 10 hours of CTL-approved workshops that explore teaching and learning strategies. These workshops focus on areas such as active learning, inclusive teaching techniques, and assessment tools. Each workshop counts as 1 hour toward this requirement. Check the CTL Events Page for upcoming offerings.

Purpose: Learn evidence-based practices to create engaging and effective learning experiences. Workshops provide practical tools that you can implement immediately.

2. Complete 20 Hours of Discipline-Specific Professional Development

Complete 20 hours of professional development activities tailored to your field. This may include:

  • TA training or pedagogy courses.
  • National and international conferences focused on teaching.
  • Workshops or seminars related to pedagogy.
  • Teaching as an instructor of record.

Why It Matters: These activities help deepen your understanding of pedagogy within your discipline, ensuring relevance and applicability to your specific teaching context.

Tracking Progress: Log activities using the Personal Attendance Tracking Form and submit them via ctl@colorado.edu upon completion.

3. Video Consultation with CTL Staff

Engage in a Video-Teacher Consultation (VTC) to receive personalized, constructive feedback on your teaching practices and classroom performance. This process is designed to help you enhance your instructional delivery and classroom management skills.

Purpose:

  • Receive targeted feedback to refine teaching strategies and approaches.
  • Analyze student engagement and classroom dynamics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Build confidence and effectiveness as an instructor through expert observations.</