{"id":4492,"date":"2024-03-21T16:14:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-21T21:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/professional-development\/learning-opportunities\/teaching-assistant-ta-orientation\/"},"modified":"2026-04-09T10:48:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T15:48:38","slug":"ta-orientation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/programs\/ta-orientation\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation &amp; Training"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-u-pb-0 uwm-u-mb-0\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--3\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1667\" height=\"1667\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic.png\" alt=\"Teaching Assistants\" class=\"wp-image-7658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic.png 1667w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-1536x1536.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1667px) 100vw, 1667px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p>New Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation and Training is held each semester for all new TAs; informing them of their responsibilities, providing instruction on tech tools (i.e., Canvas), and sharing other essential resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accommodations will be made if you are unable to attend the live components. To request accommodations, or if you have questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:cetl@uwm.edu\">cetl@uwm<\/a><a href=\"mailto:cetl@uwm.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.<\/a><a href=\"mailto:cetl@uwm.edu\">edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-pt-0 uwm-u-mt-0\">Completion of the following is considered <strong>mandatory<\/strong> and a condition of all new TA appointments during their first semester:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-paced Orientation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TA Orientation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monthly Training Sessions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-self-paced-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Self-paced TA Orientation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">TA Orientation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-monthly-training-sessions\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Monthly Training Sessions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-self-paced-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-self-paced-ta-orientation\">Self-paced TA Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Self-paced TA Orientation serves as an essential first step in preparing new TAs for teaching success at 51ÁÔÆæ. When you are ready, click the <strong>\u201cJoin Self-Paced TA Orientation\u201d<\/strong> button to begin. This training takes about <strong>2 hours<\/strong> to complete and should be finished before the official start of classes<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-pt-0 uwm-u-mt-0\" id=\"h-the-self-paced-orientation-equips-new-tas-to\"><strong>The self-paced orientation equips new TAs to<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare for their first week of classes, including classroom logistics and strategies for connecting with students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain hands-on training in Canvas and an introduction to Vevox, 51ÁÔÆæ\u2019s student response system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn best practices for working with international students and supporting student health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with campus resources and support networks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uws-td.instructure.com\/enroll\/GTTWH8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join Self-Paced Asynchronous TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ta-orientation\">TA Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>in-person<\/strong> kickoff session welcomes new Teaching Assistants (TAs) to the 51ÁÔÆæ teaching community and equips them with the tools needed to succeed in your first month as a TA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-by-the-end-of-this-session-you-will\">By the end of this session, you will:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand the <strong>role and expectations<\/strong> of a TA at 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn <strong>practical strategies<\/strong> for supporting students and handling challenging classroom situations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore <strong>inclusive teaching approaches<\/strong> to foster equitable learning environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to <strong>navigate Canvas <\/strong>including initial grading and student messaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore how to <strong>facilitate meaningful discussions<\/strong> with students. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain <strong>insider perspectives<\/strong> from a panel of experienced TAs during an open Q&amp;A.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This kickoff is designed to provide you with immediate strategies for your classroom, while connecting you with the <strong>people and resources<\/strong> who will support your success throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Spring 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Engelmann Hall (ENG), RM B73<\/strong><br>2033 E Hartford Ave,<br>Milwaukee, WI 53211<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-date-and-time\"><strong>Date and Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>January 30, 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/new-ta-orientation\/\" rel=\"\">Register for Spring TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Fall 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-0\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Engelmann Hall (ENG)<\/strong>, <strong>Room 105<\/strong><br>2033 E Hartford Ave,<br>Milwaukee, WI 53211<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-date-and-time-0\"><strong>Date and Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>August 31, 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" rel=\"\">Register for Fall TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-monthly-training-sessions\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-monthly-training-sessions\">Monthly Training Sessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To continue scaffolding TA support and learning from the initial TA Orientation, we provide just-in-time training sessions on the first Friday of each month, <strong>in-person<\/strong>, from <strong>8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m<\/strong>. Each session is designed to give TAs timely, practical tools for the semester ahead. Participation is <strong>mandatory<\/strong> for all new Teaching Assistants during their first semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Spring 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-february-6-grading-survival-kit\"><strong>February 6 \u2013 Grading Survival Kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Grading can quickly become overwhelming\u2014but it doesn\u2019t have to be. This session provides time-saving strategies and tools to make grading more efficient, consistent, and fair for both TAs and students. You\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Canvas rubrics<\/strong> to streamline evaluation and provide clear feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply <strong>SpeedGrader tips<\/strong> to manage large volumes of student work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance grading with your own workload using practical <strong>time management strategies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Academic Success Center<\/strong> will also join us to explain the <strong>academic progress report process<\/strong> and how TAs play a role in supporting student success. In addition, <strong>51ÁÔÆæ Libraries<\/strong> will share how their services and resources can help TAs set students up for success in research, writing, and course projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-march-6-feedback-to-help-students-learn\"><strong>March 6 \u2013 Feedback to Help Students Learn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Feedback is more than just a grade\u2014it\u2019s one of the most powerful tools for student growth. In this session, you\u2019ll explore how to provide <strong>constructive, meaningful feedback<\/strong> that motivates students and deepens learning. Topics will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Distinguishing between <strong>grading vs. feedback<\/strong> and how to do both effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using <strong>Canvas tools<\/strong> to deliver timely, targeted comments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategies for <strong>balancing efficiency<\/strong> with student impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting students through their <strong>mid-term experience<\/strong>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To broaden your perspective on supporting students, this session will also feature insights from the <strong>Student Health and Wellness Center<\/strong> on recognizing and responding to student well-being concerns as well as balancing TA work with mid-term grading with your own assignments and school work, along with <strong>International Student Support<\/strong> for tips on best practices for working with international students in the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-april-3-planning-for-upcoming-courses\"><strong>April 3 \u2013 Planning<\/strong> for Upcoming Courses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the semester winds down, it\u2019s important to finish strong while also setting yourself up for success in spring. This session helps you reflect on your teaching so far and <strong>plan ahead with confidence<\/strong>. We\u2019ll focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wrapping up fall courses and <strong>supporting students during finals<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Identifying lessons learned <\/strong>and applying them to your future teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewing the process of <strong>Explorance Blue<\/strong> for final course evaluations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizing your workload and expectations for the <strong>next semester<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-may-1-end-of-year-ta-celebration-for-all-tas\"><strong>May 1 \u2013 End of Year TA Celebration for all TAs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the fellow TAs, the Graduate School, and support units across campus in celebrating all the work of the TAs from throughout the year. Stay tuned for registration information and location!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Fall 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-october-2-grading-survival-kit\"><strong>October 2 \u2013 Grading Survival Kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Grading can quickly become overwhelming\u2014but it doesn\u2019t have to be. This session provides time-saving strategies and tools to make grading more efficient, consistent, and fair for both TAs and students. You\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Canvas rubrics<\/strong> to streamline evaluation and provide clear feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply <strong>SpeedGrader tips<\/strong> to manage large volumes of student work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance grading with your own workload using practical <strong>time management strategies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Academic Success Center<\/strong> will also join us to explain the <strong>academic progress report process<\/strong> and how TAs play a role in supporting student success. 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