A Collaborative Learning Group (CLG) is a mechanism by which PBA faculty members who are interested in learning about a specific topic or developing a defined set of skills can collaborate to achieve mutual learning outcomes. The purpose is to help faculty become better teachers. Therefore, topics should relate to an aspect of teaching and learning. The CLG is not intended for discipline-specific topics unless there is a direct link to education, faith integration, or academic scholarship.
A CLG consists of 5 – 12 members, one of whom agrees to serve as facilitator. Members commit to meet at least 5 times over a period of up to 4 months.
The facilitator organizes meetings and secures necessary resources but is not expected to “teach” the group. Learning within the CLG should result from collaborative efforts based on shared responsibility. The achievement of pre-determined tangible outcomes is expected.
A certificate of completion is awarded to all members who achieve the outcomes and attend at least 60% of the meetings. The facilitator is expected to submit a summary report of CLG activities and accomplishments to the Director of Faculty Development. A $350 honorarium is provided to the facilitator and up to $500 is provided for resources.
Preference is given to CLG requests that relate to critical thinking, active/engaged learning, the scholarship of teaching and learning, or faith integration.