Center for Advancing Teaching Excellence
The Center for Advancing Teaching Excellence (CATE) champions student-centered teaching and learning at the Moody College of Communication.
We work with faculty, instructors, and graduate students to support course design and develop teaching expertise. By fostering innovative and collaborative teaching practices, CATE aims to ensure Moody College students experience authentic and memorable learning to prepare for success in life and career.
Student-Generated Assessment
Having students participate in the process of creating their own
assessment invites them to view course content as an
emerging professional for deeper learning.
You can take advantage of this evidenced-based practice
by using this CATE-developed guide including
an exemplar of practice from Dr. Deena Kemp's course.
Featured Announcements
CATE Technology Integration Series
CATE is hosting a series of four workshops in collaboration with the UT Enterprise Technology Team to bring timely topics to super charge your teaching practice. Sessions will be held in DMC 2.508 from 1-3 pm on Oct 21-22 and Nov 4-5; all topics will be offered twice on different days of the week. RSVP below to save your spot!
Mid-Semester Feedback
As a best practice, CATE encourages faculty to craft and distribute a brief mid-semester feedback survey. Gathering mid-semester feedback from students enables informed planning for needed change in the curriculum to improve student success.
Newest Canvas Course Template
The newest version of the CATE Canvas course template is available! Request your copy from Shelly Furness to jumpstart the learning pathway for student success.
Important Resources for Teaching
Click here for resources to support effective teaching at Moody College!
CATE has complied this reference document with links to essential teaching resources for new and returning faculty. Access and bookmark this in your browser for handy reference when designing a new course, at the beginning of new semesters, or throughout an on-going semester. Updates are made periodically, so check back often to refresh your memory and stay up-to-date with the instructional practices that make Moody College an excellent place to learn!
Learn more about graduate student Teaching Assistants!
All departments, schools, and programs at Moody College employ Teaching Assistants (TAs) to help support faculty members and undergraduate students by crafting engaging learning environments and assisting with course materials and content.
Connect with CATE
Please email our Coordinator for Teaching Excellence, Rachelle (Shelly) Furness, with questions, to request a training, or to make a consulting appointment! rachelle.furness@austin.utexas.edu
If you're not finding everything you need on the CATE website, please schedule a CATE consultation for personal and direct assistance. You can also check out The Center for Teaching and Learning.