The Center for Advancing Learning and Teaching (CalTEACH) is held in partnership with the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. CalTEACH is an interdisciplinary program focused on the unique needs of academic health care faculty. Faculty from medical schools, dental schools, schools of pharmacy, and other health professionals programs are encouraged to apply.

Who should attend?

CalTEACH is designed especially for new faculty, private practice health professionals who are making a transition to academic careers, and any faculty member who wishes to improve his or her teaching skills. The curriculum addresses three broad areas: teaching and learning, the academic environment, and career planning. Specific topics covered include:

• Assessing student comprehension with written exams
• Best practices for teaching in the clinic
• Understanding students’ learning styles
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Teaching effectively in the classroom
• The generational mix in health professions education
• Curriculum development, instructional design, and evaluation
• Incorporating adult learning into your courses
• Working effectively with challenging students
• Chairing committees and conducting effective meetings
• Avoiding false positives and false negatives when evaluating students’ performance
• Teaching psychomotor skills
• Strategies for building an academic career

CalTEACH is conducted in two phases, over 6.5 days, with readings and other assignments between phases. CalTEACH faculty members include nationally recognized experts in education, curriculum, and leadership in academic health care.

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When and Where Does CalTEACH Take Place?

The 2009 CalTEACH dates will be announced in the Winter of 2009.

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Where Do I Stay?

The Academy for Academic Leadership recommends that you consider one of the following hotels:

Park 55 Hotel
Hotel Kabuki
The Fairmont San Francisco Luxury Hotel & Resort

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How Do I Apply and How Much is the Tuition?

More information is forthcoming about the 2009 application process.

The tuition for CalTEACH is $4950. This fee includes most meals and program materials. Lodging and travel are the responsibility of the participant.

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Comments about the February-March 2008 CalTEACH program

“The experience I received in "how to teach" far superseded my expectations. I recommend your program to professionals who are enthusiastic about their teaching profession.”
Phil Buchanan DDS, FAD, Instructor of Restorative Dentistry,
University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

“It was one of the most enriching seminars I’ve ever attended both professionally and personally!”
Michael Magtoto, DMD, MMSc, DDS, Assistant Professor of Dental Practice,
University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and Director,
Union City Dental Care Center

“The CalTEACH program was highly influential and grounded in many elements of what teaching and learning should be; both for the educator and the student. The efforts and talents of Bill Hendricson and Paula O’Neill were evident and greatly appreciated by the participants. I was challenged to remain engaged in all areas of discussion, self evaluation, reflection and learning with my colleagues. This experience brought a great deal to my current position managing the Integrated Clinical Sciences curriculum at Pacific.”
Teresa Kuhlman, Manager, Integrated Clinical Sciences Curriculum
Administrative Coordinator, Dental Faculty Council
University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

“What I enjoyed most about this program was the ability to combine learning experiences with open and honest discussions of opportunities for improvement at Pacific.”
Doug Young, Associate Professor of Dental Practice, University of the Pacific
Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

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Questions?

For more information, please contact us by email (info@academicleaders.org) or telephone (404-350-2098).

Comments about the Academy for Academic Leadership’s teaching and learning programs: “The program helped me learn how to create a learning environment that fosters students’ application of knowledge and develop interactive teaching materials that engage students and emphasize patient care.” Dr. Sharon K. Lanning, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry “This seminar was a great blend of lecture and interactive experiences. I found the interdisciplinary nature very enlightening and rewarding.” Dr. Kim Nevins, University of Missouri-Columbia, School of Health Professions “As a practitioner who has one foot in private practice and another in education, the program strengthened my ability to participate in the education of future practitioners. I now have an expanded capacity to meet what I consider an ethical responsibility.” Dr. Stephen Mackler, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry

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