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English Language Speaking Series: Summarizing Research in Presentations

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

This 6-week in-person program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use English as an Additional Language (EAL). You will learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. Each session will be dedicated to a specific topic and will run for approximately 80 minutes. Please

Project Planning for Graduate Students and Upper Year Undergrads

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

In this short workshop we will discuss strategies for managing your time and your tasks. We will also share strategies to help keep yourself on track. All grad students and upper year undergrads are welcome, whether you are working on a research paper, MRP for your program, or a dissertation. This workshop is best suited

Read, Write, Talk: Advanced EAL Lessons

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series includes readings and recordings on fascinating topics. You will expand your language skills while connecting with peers and having fun.

Exhibit – Putting Name to Face: Celebrating Black Excellence in Teaching & Learning

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Did you know that Guelph was the first place in Ontario to have a Black principal? Have you heard about the work of a University of Guelph librarian, who used her love of books as a base for community work and scholarly engagement? Join the University of Guelph's Office of Teaching and Learning in celebrating

START Skills: Preparing for Midterms

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Have midterms coming up? Don't know how to study for them? Join the Library and the START team for our workshop on midterm study skills. This workshop will cover some helpful tips and tricks to improve your studying. Please register on GryphLife. Questions? Email learning@uoguelph.ca.

English Language Speaking Series: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Black History Month Documentary Screening: What We Deserve – Restorative Justice and Reparation

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Join the Office of Teaching and Learning in celebrating Black History Month with a screening of award-winning filmmaker Shelley Jarrett’s latest documentary, What We Deserve – Restorative Justice and Reparation. This compelling film delves into over 400 years of the British monarchy’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism, offering a powerful exploration of

Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Impostor Phenomenon for Graduate Students and Upper Year Undergrads

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Do any of these words resonate with you: procrastination, perfectionism, and/or impostor phenomenon? Come to this workshop to learn more about how to manage some of the most common experiences that graduate students have. Learn practical skills and strategies to help you reduce procrastination and understand how perfectionism and the impostor phenomenon may affect your work

Read, Write, Talk: Advanced EAL Lessons

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series includes readings and recordings on fascinating topics. You will expand your language skills while connecting with peers and having fun.

English Language Speaking Series: Communicating Professors, Supervisors and Students

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Presentation Skills for Graduate Students and Upper Year Undergrads

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Would you like to learn more about presentation skills and strategies to use in academic settings? The workshop for graduate students will offer strategies and information for academic presentations, including: Preparing to present at defenses and conferences Engaging the audience Designing slides Answering audience questions This workshop is best suited for grad students and upper

Read, Write, Talk: Advanced EAL Lessons

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read,

English Language Speaking Series: Building Presentation Skills

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Read, Write, Talk: Advanced EAL Lessons

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Do you speak English as an additional language? Would you like to meet new people while practicing your reading, writing, and speaking skills in English? Please join us for Read, Write, Talk! This workshop series is modelled on standard ESL classes, with thematic lessons featuring readings and recordings on fascinating topics. Lesson activities are highly

English Language Speaking Series: Participating in Discussions

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Learn and practice various oral communication skills and strategies in academic/professional settings. This program provides support for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visiting scholars who use Jan 28: Summarizing Research in Presentations  Feb 4: Practicing Workplace Speaking Strategies  Feb 11: Communicating with Professors, Supervisors and Students Feb 25: Building Presentation Skills Mar 4:

Workplace Writing Series: Writing a One-Page Recommendation

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Learn how a one-page recommendation can be a succinct and compelling way to influence positive change in organizations! Decision makers appreciate clear, brief, and well structured recommendations to prioritize key

Workplace Writing Series: Writing a Project Planning Framework

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Discover a framework for solving problems in work and in life! In this session, you will work alongside your peers to develop strategies for articulating problems and providing solutions in writing. This workshop will be facilitated by Ian McGinty. Ian brings extensive knowledge of business and leadership. At General Motors, Ian progressed to leading employee

Workplace Writing Series: Q&A on Building a Career in Policy Writing

McLaughlin Library 480 Gordon Street, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Strong writing skills can open doors to new opportunities! Join us as we ask Dr. Rochelle Pereira-Alvares about the demands writing policy in different industries. Here is Dr. Pereira-Alvares' bio: