Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
What is the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning?
The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) is research - often done in partnership with students - that examines teaching practices that affect student learning. This includes classroom implementation, technological enhancements to teaching, and all aspects of student learning and engagement in higher education.
SoTL research is conducted by members of educational communities (faculty, staff, students). Scholars frequently study their own classrooms or teaching, as well as their teaching techniques for insights into the efficacy of approaches, the impact of emerging technologies on student learning, and more. Scholarship is shared broadly to contribute to the knowledge and practice of post-secondary teaching and learning.
Adapted from the SoTL Guide of the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning (University of Calgary).
Centre for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Launched in 2024, the new Centre for SoTL aims to support faculty from across the college in understanding what SoTL is, what resources are available, and what opportunities exist to engage in this exciting area of research.
In a recent post on the Teaching & Learning website, experienced SoTL scholar Launa Gauthier discusses navigating the dual role of teacher and researcher in SoTL work.
To learn more about the Centre for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and how they can support your research, connect with Launa Gauthier and Sherri Steele.