Certificate in Introductory Course Praxis
Small, intentional changes in teaching.
Measurable impact on student learning.
The Certificate in Introductory Course Praxis is a non-credit faculty development program that supports post-secondary instructors in examining and refining introductory course teaching through structured, evidence-informed praxis cycles. Through a facilitated consultancy model, participants work with an Educational Developer to collect and interpret course-level data, implement small, high-leverage teaching iterations, and reflect on their impact on student learning, engagement, and belonging.
The certificate is organized around three teaching dimensions – Course (Re)Design, Engaging Teaching, and Assessment – each addressed through a three-phase praxis cycle: Examine and Identify, Design and Commit, and Implement and Iterate.
What to expect:
Participants complete interactive sessions, applied praxis assignments, peer learning activities, a syllabus consultation, and a final integrative project – the 13-Week Student Journey – connecting all three dimensions of teaching practice.
Required program sessions will take place during the middle of the Fall and Winter semesters, with remaining program activities completed on a flexible timeline.
The certificate may be completed in as little as two academic semesters or over a maximum period of eighteen months. It is designed to accommodate academic workloads through flexible deadlines and multiple session offerings.
Eligibility:
This program is designed for current academic members of the University of Regina and its Federated Colleges, including faculty, instructors, and sessional lecturers who are teaching or preparing to teach introductory undergraduate courses, and who seek a structured, collegial process for making evidence-informed improvements to their teaching practice.
Teaching Requirement: Participants must teach at least one introductory course within the three semesters following admission to the certificate program.
Application process:
Applications open every July and November, and the program is offered at no cost to participants.
A limited number of participants will be admitted each semester. To receive a notification when registration opens, sign up here or send us an email at ctl.support@uregina.ca to be added to the notification list.
Certificate:
Upon successful completion, participants receive a professional certificate issued through MyCreds recognizing their commitment to excellence in introductory undergraduate teaching.
Long-term peer support:
Program graduates are welcome to continue attending the Faculty Learning Community sessions and participating in the Praxis Certificate Microsoft Teams conversations.
Potential post-program opportunities:
The program provides a structured self-study process that can lead to a range of scholarly and professional outputs, including a SoTL publication, conference presentation, OER contribution, or a CTL session or panel. Participants are encouraged to keep a reflective journal throughout the program to document insights and next steps.
Is the Certificate in Introductory Course Praxis right for you?
This program is for you if you teach introductory courses and want a structured, collegial space to make small, evidence-informed improvements to your teaching, one iteration at a time. No prior pedagogical training is required, and no large-scale course redesign is expected.
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