Center for Teaching and Learning
Centre College
Our Mission
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) is tasked with providing support to faculty in the development and enhancement of all aspects of teaching at Centre College. The CTL specifically focuses on supporting faculty in their work as teachers and the campus’ educational mission to advance student learning through innovative and evidence-based teaching.
Photo: 2023-2024 New Faculty
Our Space
859-238-5288 | ctl@centre.edu
Located on the 3rd floor of Crounse Hall (308), the CTL offers a quiet space for faculty to grade, write, conduct meetings, and gather.
We have an assortment of coffee, tea, and snacks on hand and are available for consultations or casual connections.
You will also find various books available for checkout. Some of the topics include Assessment, Course Design, Creativity, Faculty Development, and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Click the following link, https://cloud.collectorz.com/centrectl/books/?viewType=list, to view a complete listing.
How Can CTL Help?
The CTL provides spaces and opportunities to explore and nurture growth in all areas of faculty development.
The CTL offers financial support for experiments with new and/or innovative teaching practices and the revision or development of new courses.
The CTL provides individualized support for all stages of faculty development and growth through consultations, formative assessment, and targeted support.
Find resources, best practices, and documentation on teaching methods, tools, and systems.
CTL Staff
Director | Assistant Professor of Education, Philosophy, and Gender Studies
859.238.6294
nisha.gupta@centre.edu
Assistant Director | Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies
859.238.6295
matt.downen@centre.edu
CTL Advisory Board
The purpose of the CTL Advisory Board is to advise the CTL in fulfilling its mission of supporting the creation and implementation of effective and innovative teaching and learning practices. Advisory Board members provide direction to the CTL’s mission and programs, serve as liaisons between the CTL and the college community, and review funding opportunity proposals.
Current members of the board: