{"id":4492,"date":"2024-03-21T16:14:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-21T21:14:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/professional-development\/learning-opportunities\/teaching-assistant-ta-orientation\/"},"modified":"2026-07-27T10:12:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T15:12:48","slug":"ta-orientation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/programs\/ta-orientation\/","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation &amp; Training"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-u-pb-0 uwm-u-mb-0\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--3\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1667\" height=\"1667\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic.png\" alt=\"Teaching Assistants\" class=\"wp-image-7658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic.png 1667w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2025\/07\/ta-graphic-1536x1536.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1667px) 100vw, 1667px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation and Training is held each semester for all new TAs; informing them of their responsibilities, providing instruction on tech tools (i.e., Canvas), and sharing other essential resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accommodations will be made if you are unable to attend the live components. To request accommodations, or if you have questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:advancing-learning@uwm.edu\">advancing-learning@uwm.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-pt-0 uwm-u-mt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">Completion of the following is considered <strong>mandatory<\/strong> and a condition of all new TA appointments during their first semester:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-paced Orientation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TA Orientation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monthly Training Sessions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-self-paced-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Self-paced TA Orientation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">TA Orientation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-ritg-monthly-training-sessions\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Monthly Training Sessions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-self-paced-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-self-paced-ta-orientation\">Self-paced TA Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Self-paced TA Orientation serves as an essential first step in preparing new TAs for teaching success at UWM. When you are ready, click the <strong>\u201cJoin Self-Paced TA Orientation\u201d<\/strong> button to begin. This training takes about <strong>2 hours<\/strong> to complete and should be finished before the official start of classes<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-pt-0 uwm-u-mt-0\" id=\"h-the-self-paced-orientation-equips-new-tas-to\"><strong>The self-paced orientation equips new TAs to<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare for their first week of classes, including classroom logistics and strategies for connecting with students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain hands-on training in Canvas and an introduction to Vevox, UWM\u2019s student response system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn best practices for working with international students and supporting student health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with campus resources and support networks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uws-td.instructure.com\/enroll\/GTTWH8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join Self-Paced Asynchronous TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-ta-orientation\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ta-orientation\">TA Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This <strong>in-person<\/strong> kickoff session welcomes new Teaching Assistants (TAs) to the UWM teaching community and equips them with the tools needed to succeed in your first month as a TA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-by-the-end-of-this-session-you-will\">By the end of this session, you will:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand the <strong>role and expectations<\/strong> of a TA at UWM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn <strong>practical strategies<\/strong> for supporting students and handling challenging classroom situations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore <strong>inclusive teaching approaches<\/strong> to foster equitable learning environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to <strong>navigate Canvas <\/strong>including initial grading and student messaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore how to <strong>facilitate meaningful discussions<\/strong> with students. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain <strong>insider perspectives<\/strong> from a panel of experienced TAs during an open Q&amp;A.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This kickoff is designed to provide you with immediate strategies for your classroom, while connecting you with the <strong>people and resources<\/strong> who will support your success throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Spring 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Engelmann Hall (ENG), RM B73<\/strong><br>2033 E Hartford Ave,<br>Milwaukee, WI 53211<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-date-and-time\"><strong>Date and Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">January 30, 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/new-ta-orientation\/\" rel=\"\">Register for Spring TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Fall 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-location-0\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Engelmann Hall (ENG)<\/strong>, <strong>Room 105<\/strong><br>2033 E Hartford Ave,<br>Milwaukee, WI 53211<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-date-and-time-0\"><strong>Date and Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">August 31, 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" rel=\"\">Register for Fall TA Orientation<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-ritg-monthly-training-sessions\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-monthly-training-sessions\">Monthly Training Sessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To continue scaffolding TA support and learning from the initial TA Orientation, we provide just-in-time training sessions on the first Friday of each month, <strong>in-person<\/strong>, from <strong>8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m<\/strong>. Each session is designed to give TAs timely, practical tools for the semester ahead. Participation is <strong>mandatory<\/strong> for all new Teaching Assistants during their first semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Fall 2026<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-october-2-grading-survival-kit\"><strong>October 2 \u2013 Grading Survival Kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grading can quickly become overwhelming\u2014but it doesn\u2019t have to be. This session provides time-saving strategies and tools to make grading more efficient, consistent, and fair for both TAs and students. You\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Canvas rubrics<\/strong> to streamline evaluation and provide clear feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply <strong>SpeedGrader tips<\/strong> to manage large volumes of student work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance grading with your own workload using practical <strong>time management strategies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Academic Success Center<\/strong> will also join us to explain the <strong>academic progress report process<\/strong> and how TAs play a role in supporting student success. In addition, <strong>UWM Libraries<\/strong> will share how their services and resources can help TAs set students up for success in research, writing, and course projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-november-6-feedback-to-help-students-learn\"><strong>November 6 \u2013 Feedback to Help Students Learn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feedback is more than just a grade\u2014it\u2019s one of the most powerful tools for student growth. In this session, you\u2019ll explore how to provide <strong>constructive, meaningful feedback<\/strong> that motivates students and deepens learning. Topics will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Distinguishing between <strong>grading vs. feedback<\/strong> and how to do both effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using <strong>Canvas tools<\/strong> to deliver timely, targeted comments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strategies for <strong>balancing efficiency<\/strong> with student impact.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting students through their <strong>mid-term experience<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To broaden your perspective on supporting students, this session will also feature insights from the <strong>Student Health and Wellness Center<\/strong> on recognizing and responding to student well-being concerns as well as balancing TA work with mid-term grading with your own assignments and school work, along with <strong>International Student Support<\/strong> for tips on best practices for working with international students in the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-december-4-spring-success-planning\"><strong>December 4 \u2013 Spring Success Planning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the semester winds down, it\u2019s important to finish strong while also setting yourself up for success in spring. This session helps you reflect on your teaching so far and <strong>plan ahead with confidence<\/strong>. We\u2019ll focus on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wrapping up fall courses and <strong>supporting students during finals<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Identifying lessons learned <\/strong>and applying them to your future teaching.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewing the process of <strong>Explorance Blue<\/strong> for final course evaluations. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organizing your workload and expectations for the <strong>next semester<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Spring 2027<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0\" id=\"h-march-5-grading-survival-kit\"><strong>March 5 \u2013 Grading Survival Kit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grading can quickly become overwhelming\u2014but it doesn\u2019t have to be. This session provides time-saving strategies and tools to make grading more efficient, consistent, and fair for both TAs and students. You\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Canvas rubrics<\/strong> to streamline evaluation and provide clear feedback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply <strong>SpeedGrader tips<\/strong> to manage large volumes of student work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance grading with your own workload using practical <strong>time management strategies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Academic Success Center<\/strong> will also join us to explain the <strong>academic progress report process<\/strong> and how TAs play a role in supporting student success. In addition, <strong>UWM Libraries<\/strong> will share how their services and resources can help TAs set students up for success in research, writing, and course projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-april-2-feedback-to-help-students-learn\"><strong>April 2 \u2013 Feedback to Help Students Learn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feedback is more than just a grade\u2014it\u2019s one of the most powerful tools for student growth. In this session, you\u2019ll explore how to provide <strong>constructive, meaningful feedback<\/strong> that motivates students and deepens learning. 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