University of Iowa first-year seminars are small classes (fewer than 20 students) taught by faculty members who, with their first-year students, explore intriguing questions and focused topics. Most FYSs meet once-a-week for 50 minutes, and grades are based on participation and short writing assignments rather than exams.  

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Center for Teaching
The Center for Teaching exists to support excellence in teaching and learning through institutes, workshops, programs and one-on-one consultation. We offer support and resources for any instructor, administrator or staff member involved in teaching and learning at the University of Iowa.
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Teaching Consultation
The Center for Teaching offers teaching consultations on a variety of topics from presentation skills, student engagement, and incorporating technology into coursework.
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Center for Teaching Lending Library
The Center for Teaching library has a wide variety of books, teaching & learning journals, and DVDs on various teaching topics. Resources are available for check-out by faculty, teaching assistants, and instructional staff.
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Handbook for Teaching Excellence
The Handbook for Teaching Excellence supports instructors in navigating their teaching roles and creating meaningful learning experiences for their students. It offers opportunities for reflection on learning and teaching experiences and shares evidence-based strategies. You will find teaching strategies for specific contexts and guided reflections and activities to help instructors become scholarly teachers.
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