Welcome to the Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation
Engage in "Challenging Classroom Conversations": Navigating Potentially Polarizing Discussions with Skill and Sensitivity
In today's diverse and complex educational landscape, fostering an inclusive learning environment means embracing a range of perspectives, even when they may seem polarizing. The "Challenging Classroom Conversations" workshop is your guide to effectively preparing for and facilitating discussions on sensitive topics, all while maintaining an environment that supports deep learning and mutual respect.
Led by experienced educators and facilitators from CTLI and IDI, this workshop delves into the art of navigating difficult discussions within the classroom.
MSU’s Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation provides a spectrum of support for MSU's educators to conceptualize learning, teaching, and programmatic opportunities and develop solutions. Instructors and educators may receive support and consultation, professional development opportunities, learning experience design collaborations, and support for online and blended programs.
Services: Ask questions and get innovative
Ask real people your questions. We support educators at MSU from scheduled consultation sessions to interactive workshops and professional development opportunities. Online and on-demand sessions are available for self-directed study. Longer consultations and projects are possible.
Events, Training, Workshops
See a full list of our upcoming events on our calendar.

Seek Instructional Consultation or Assistance
Any educator is welcome and encouraged to work with a consultant whether their goal is addressing a specific problem, exploring strategies to more fully engage learners, or seeking ideas to [re]energize a course or experience.
Start a Conversation or Request a Project
Contact us to talk through your goals and ideas. We are happy to help you design and deliver or improve learning experiences.

Engage: Find opportunities
Define and achieve your teaching and learning goals. We use fellowships, grants, workshops, and consultations to custom-designed solutions to assist individuals, units, and departments.

Resources: Access places and tools
You can find what you are looking for. Affiliates across campus have a plethora of resources available. This compiled list will expand just as the network of affiliates and collaborators across campus.
