Professional Development for Portland State Faculty

InnovAIte Academy

The inaugural InnovAIte Symposium brings together Portland State University faculty, staff, and community partners to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping higher education.

Learn more about the Academy on the InnovAIte website.

Certificate in College Teaching

The Certificate in College Teaching is a non-credit program for graduate students in teaching roles at Portland State University. The certificate offers graduate students preparation to teach inclusive college courses through self-guided learning, reflection, and support.

About the Certificate Program

Self-Guiding Learning

The program offers participants resources to create inclusive college courses by fostering collaborative learning environments and trauma-informed approaches.

Teaching Observation and Student Feedback

Participants will apply their pedagogical ideas and receive real-time feedback from students and a supportive observer.

Teaching Philosophy Statement

Participants craft a Teaching Philosophy Statement illustrating the teaching experiences and skills they will carry forward onto the job market and into their careers.

Faculty Book Group

OAI hosts multiple faculty book groups each quarter, featuring a current book chosen by faculty on topics pertaining to higher education trends, teaching and learning, and the experience of faculty in postsecondary education today. Faculty nominate and choose the books that are featured each quarter.

Join a Book Group