Services

The CEIE will offer a number of services to support the needs of our instructional community.

Services

Services

NJIT instructors can schedule 45-minute, one-on-one or small group consultations in person or online to discuss any pedagogical topic using this link. 

Whatever your pedagogical interest or challenge, these personalized sessions are an opportunity to collaborate, reflect, and refine your teaching. 

When scheduling your booking please indicate the letter corresponding to your topic of interest. We are happy to discuss any of the following topics: 

A. Course and curriculum design (e.g., syllabus, alignment/backward design)
B. Assessment and evaluation (e.g., rubrics, alternative grading, authentic assessment, non-disposable assignments)
C. Active learning strategies
D. Brainstorm innovative activities
E. Student collaboration and group work 
F. Talk moves, Socratic discussion
G. Project-based learning, experiential learning, service learning
H. AI in the classroom
I. Inclusive teaching strategies (e.g., accessibility, transparency, Universal Design)
J. Feedback
K. Difficult conversations / classroom climate
L. Scholarship of teaching and learning, educational grants 
M. Classroom observations
N. Discipline-based educational approaches/ research
O. Textbook selection (e.g., Open Educational Resources)
P. Interpreting student evaluations, collecting evidence of teaching effectiveness
Q. Professional documents, Teaching job readiness (e.g., teaching philosophy, teaching statements) 
R. Writing to learn
S. Social Justice Pedagogy
T. Motivation sciences (e.g., mindset), neuropsychology of learning and memory 
U. Teaching Assistant consultations
V. Additional teaching-related questions not specified above (please clarify in your booking)

We look forward to serving as your teaching resource, bringing innovation and excellence to your classroom! 

Please note that faculty consultations and teaching observations are confidential and non-evaluative. We do not share information on any individual consultation with departments or administrative offices. At times, we may anonymize consultation data and report group-level data in the aggregate for the purposes of better understanding the needs of our faculty.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): 

Why should I request a teaching consultation?

Instructors request consultations for many reasons. You might want a fresh perspective on your course, help trying a new teaching approach, or just someone to talk through ideas or challenges with. These conversations can spark new insights and help improve your teaching, while also integrating evidence-based practices.

Making small, ongoing changes to your course is a normal part of teaching. We all learn and grow through feedback. The CEIE is here to support that process.

What is a consultation? How does the consultation process work? 

Instructors will pick a 45 minute time slot using this link: and select a topic to discuss during the meeting. We have provided some common topics above, but you are free to discuss any teaching-related topic. An email will be sent regarding your appointment details. Each session will be informal and discussion-based, allowing you to freely share your thoughts concluding with action items, a plan for implementation, and an exit survey.

Who are consultations for?

Anyone involved in teaching—faculty, lecturers, graduate teaching assistants, or instructional staff—regardless of experience level. Whether you're new to teaching or a seasoned educator, consultations support your continued growth.

Will this affect my tenure/promotion?

No. Consultations are formative, confidential, and non-evaluative. Our goal is to support your development, not to assess or report on your teaching.

Do I need to prepare anything in advance?

Not necessarily. If you have materials you want to review (like a syllabus, assignment, or teaching observation), feel free to bring them. But we’re happy to start with just a conversation and provide more in-depth follow-ups as needed. 

Is there a cost?

No cost–All NJIT faculty, lecturers, adjuncts, and graduate teaching assistants can schedule a consultation with the CEIE.

Can I bring a colleague or team?

Yes. If you have a group interested in a similar pedagogical topic, it can be helpful to include those individuals in your session. For example, a course coordinator may want to have instructors join in discussing a specific course or teaching topic.

Can I request a classroom observation or peer feedback?

Yes! The CEIE will soon offer classroom observations and feedback. More to come!

Do you offer support for online or hybrid courses?

We are happy to help with pedagogical aspects of your online or hybrid course. However, we cannot provide technical support (e.g., Canvas support). If you have questions related to any of the specific topics below, you can find more information and how to contact these offices at the linked websites.