Learning Communities

Educators from diverse disciplines come together during our learning communities to enhance their teaching practices and build meaningful connections by engaging in dynamic conversations, sharing innovative strategies and cross-disciplinary approaches as well as support for student success initiatives. We welcome all instructors, whether you teach in the classroom or online, part-time or full-time, GTAs, new or seasoned instructors, across all schools and disciplines. 

Ascend Champions

Ascend Champions

This program supports educators in fostering student success through belonging, trust and self-efficacy.
Book Club

Book Club

Engage in an ongoing conversation about dynamic teaching and learning topics while building a community with colleagues from across disciplines.
GenAI Learning Circle

GenAI Learning Circle

Explore the use of Generative AI in teaching and learning by joining this supportive community of educators.
Human Connection in a Digital World

Human Connection in a Digital World

This new symposium will explore how humans remain central to our academic work and beyond as GenAI continues to transform the world. We are currently accepting peer-led session proposals.
Teaching Matters

Teaching Matters

Join this community of focused discussion topics and readings determined by the participants, to ensure each session reflects the real challenges and opportunities you’re facing in your teaching right now.

Why Join a Learning Community?

Teaching is stronger when we do it together. Discover how our Learning Communities bring educators from across disciplines and modalities together to connect, share strategies and support student success. Hear directly from members of Ascend Champions on how finding their community transformed their teaching journey.