What we offer
Consultations
Meet with one of our skilled consultants to discuss your syllabus, teaching modalities, and best practices for academic technologies and instructional design.
Resources
Peruse STLI curated teaching resources, video tutorials, and short courses on foundational concepts and innovative teaching & learning approaches.
Creative Spaces
Design and develop educational media for your courses. Consult with an eductaional media specialist or book a STLI studio to level-up your instructional materials.
Events
Explore a variety of programming and events including Teaching & Learning Talks, Quick Bite sessions, Together-We-Do Workshops, and Community Conversations.
Academy
Learn with us through web-based microcourses from STLI and campus partners at Academy.wm.edu. Earn a digital badge to share your new skills.
Partnerships & Opportunities
Connect with STLI to promote synergy across teaching and learning initiatives at W&M. Suggest new opportunities and explore our current partnerships.
RECENT
HIGHLIGHTS
STLI QuickBite | Blackboard Gradebook: Quick Tips for Easy Grading
This QuickBite provided a concise refresher on using the Blackboard Gradebook. Faculty learned tips for managing grades, offering effective feedback, and wrapping up the semester smoothly. It was ideal for those seeking last-minute guidance. STLI QuickBite |...
Why Students Cheat: Assessment Design and GenAI
Many educators are concerned about generative AI and its influence on maintaining the integrity of student assessment. In this session, participants explored research on why students cheat and examined ways to increase learners’ desire and ability to learn. The...
STLI Community Conversation & Workshop: Immersive Learning with Virtual Reality
William & Mary’s VR Lab is open for business! W&M instructors who had been using Virtual Reality in their courses shared how VR exploration had benefited their students and offered ideas for incorporating this immersive technology into other courses....
DRIVE-THRU PEDAGOGY
RECENT POSTS
Why Bring the Election (and Other Sensitive Topics) Into the Classroom?
Navigating the classroom in the lead-up to an election—or any contentious issue—can feel like walking a tightrope. The stakes are high, and for many educators, the risks of discussing sensitive topics might seem to outweigh the benefits.” Drive-Thru Pedagogy Blog Pick...
Teaching on Days After: Managing Hot-Button Moments and Keeping Conversation Productive
The day after any high-stakes event–from global conflicts, to campus violence, to local tragedies– can stir up complex emotions, both in you and your students.” Drive-Thru Pedagogy Blog Pick up something practical. Teaching on Days After: Managing and Keeping...
Teaching in the Days Before the Election: Preparing for Uncertainty and Supporting Your Students
With Election Day right around the corner, it’s no secret–emotions are running high. For many of our students, this is more than just politics—it’s deeply tied to their identities, their families, and their futures.” Drive-Thru Pedagogy Blog Pick up something...