Teaching and Learning
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Events, Workshops, and Communities

WMU Teaching and Learning hosts a variety of events and communities geared toward instructors, graduate assistants, and anyone involved in creating learning experiences.

Our team is also available to join a department or group meeting to facilitate specific or targeted teaching and learning training. These can be single meetings or extended workshops depending on your goals. Contact the Teaching and Learning Team to discuss your needs.

Teaching and Learning Team Events

Digital Accessibility Trainings

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Digital Accessibility Trainings

Access the WMU digital accessibility training schedule to learn about 2026 ADA Title II updates, and support the creation of inclusive digital content for all users.

Digital accessibility training schedule

t and l events

April

Wednesday, April 22

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

In this session, you’ll learn how to search the ITC Knowledge Base, use GoWMU to find resources, and know exactly who to contact when tech issues pop up. We’ll break down the difference between HelpDesk, Classroom Tech, Department IT, and ITC so no more guessing games!

Through real-world scenarios (like “MacBook screen share permissions—who do you call?”), you’ll leave with the confidence to get answers quickly and keep your teaching on track. Because knowing where to go saves time—and sanity!

ITC resources session registration

External Events

NCFDD

 

NCFDD

NCFDD webinars/events are available for free to all WMU faculty, academic staff, and graduate students—to access NCFDD webinars, activate your NCFDD institutional membership account.

Tuesday, April 28

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

Life in academia is far from easy, and the pressure can become overwhelming. In this interactive webinar, we’ll cover simple strategies for shifting our self-talk to reduce stress and enhance our well-being.

NCFDD Managing Stress session details

Thursday, May 14

2 to 3 p.m.

Virtual

Do you start the summer with big writing goals—only to feel disappointed by what you actually accomplish? Do you need to write a lot this summer?And also want to enjoy your life?

This planning webinar is designed to help you do both.

NCFDD "Summer Planning" registration

Tuesday, June 2

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

Revising a scholarly book can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re not sure what to prioritize, when to revise, or how to approach the process.

In this one-hour webinar, Laura Portwood-Stacer shares a time-tested method for revising scholarly work so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

NCFDD "How to Revise a Book Manuscript for Publication" sign up

NCFDD 14 Day Writing Challenge

NCFDD 14 Day Writing Challenge

The Office of Faculty Development, in partnership with NCFDD, invites WMU faculty, instructors, and graduate teaching assistants to join an exclusive 14-Day Writing Challenge. Participants will commit to writing at least 30 minutes daily from May 4–17, 2026. Whether brainstorming or revising a manuscript, the writing challenge will offer support in a structured, motivating environment. Registration closes on April 26, 2026.

Register for the May 2026 Exclusive 14-Day Writing Challenge
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