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"Beyond Boundaries" T&L Lecture Series | Problem Awareness and National Social Science Fund Applications
“纵横立方”教与学讲座 | 彭文斌：破解社科基金申报密码

To enhance the professional expertise of our teachers and expand academic horizons and intellectual boundaries, CTL has designed the "Beyond Boundaries" T&L Lecture Series. This series is centered around the core philosophy of "surveying historical perspectives, spanning interdisciplinary integration, upholding educational craftsmanship, and shaping future vision." It aims to provide a platform for our faculty to engage in profound dialogue with academic leaders and explore cutting-edge ideas, and assist teachers in achieving cognitive advancement and professional breakthroughs across multiple dimensions.

The first lecture focuses on research advancement, featuring Prof. Wenbin PENG, who has successfully secured three major National Social Science Fund grants. He will share his extensive research experience and application insights on the theme of "Problem Awareness and National Social Science Fund Applications" helping our faculty achieve breakthroughs in research endeavors.

为全面提升教师专业素养，拓展学术视野与思维边界，教师教学发展中心精心打造“纵横立方”(Beyond Boundaries)教与学系列讲座，本系列以“纵览历史思辨、横跨学科交融、坚守教育匠心、塑造未来远见”为核心理念，致力于为我校教师搭建一个与学术名家深度对话、探索前沿思想的平台，助力教师在多元维度中实现认知升级与专业突破，开启一场启迪智慧的“开立方”思想之旅。

首场讲座聚焦"科研突围"实战命题，特邀国家社科基金"三冠学者"彭文斌教授，以“问题意识与国家社科基金申报”为主题，分享其多年科研经验与申报心得，助力我校教师在科研道路上实现突破。

Topic: Problem Awareness and National Social Science Fund Applications
Speaker: Prof. Wenbin PENG
Date & Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm, Feb 28, 2025 (Fri)
Venue: AD403
Language: Chinese
Abstract: In this lecture, Prof. PENG will draw on his extensive experience to provide an in-depth analysis of the critical role of problem awareness in National Social Science Fund applications. He will share practical techniques and insights to help our faculty enhance research capabilities and achieve greater success in funding applications.

Prof. Wenbin PENG is a Professor at Sichuan Normal University, Director of the Cultural Industry Management Department, and a Doctoral Supervisor. He has led key projects for the National and Sichuan Social Science Funds.

Staff Mentoring Program Workshops , Sem 2 of 2024-2025

SMP aims to provide mentoring relationships for new faculty members at the Lecturer or Assistant Professor levels, fostering professional development during their first year at UIC. This program offers a unique opportunity for both mentors and mentees to build meaningful relationships, share experiences, and enhance their professional growth.

We are excited to host three Staff Mentoring Workshops during lunchtime this semester.Light Lunch will be provided.

Workshop 1: Building an Effective Mentoring Relationship: Understanding Needs and Networks

Date & Time: 11:50 am -- 12:50 pm, 12 March 2025 (Wed)

Workshop 2: Developing Reflective Teaching Practice: A Framework for Professional Growth

Date & Time: 11:50 am -- 12:50 pm, 19 March 2025 (Wed)

Workshop 3: Brewing Reflective Practice: Sharing Insights from Our Teaching

Date & Time: 12:00 pm -- 1:35 pm, 30 April 2025 (Wed)
Special Venue: February Coffee House, Huitong Village (会同村二月咖啡)

Please note that workshop dates may be subject to change based on participants’ availability.

Participants who complete the workshop requirements will receive certificates. Stay tuned for further details and registration information in future communications.

Welcome again to SMP! We are excited to embark on this journey of learning, collaboration, and professional development with you. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dr. Edith Yan (edithyan@uic.edu.cn) or Ms. Yao Wang (yaowang@uic.edu.cn).

Call for Applications of the New Teacher Track of the 5th Guangdong Innovative Teaching Contest in Higher Education

Following the successful conclusion of our university-level Innovative Teaching Contest, we are excited to share that the Guangdong Association of Higher Education has recently released the announcement for the 5th Guangdong Innovative Teaching Contest in Higher Education. Notably, a new track, the New Teacher Track, has been introduced for this edition.
Given this development, we are seeking one full-time teacher who joined UIC after January 1, 2023, from each faculty to participate in this new track. The key details and requirements for the New Teacher Track could be found by clicking the link below. Candidates will be selected through an internal review before being recommended to the provincial contest. Detailed information and further instructions are provided in Chinese.

Please contact Ms. Arie Jin from CTL at 3620 692 or ariexjin@uic.edu.cn with further questions and for support.

The Induction Program of Semester 2 of 2024 - 2025

The program aims to acclimate colleagues, particularly new hires this semester but all staff are welcome, to outcome-based teaching and learning, strategies for digital learning and teaching, and pedagogical knowledge at UIC.

The following Induction Program workshops will be conducted from 17-to 26 Feb 2025. Participants who complete at least four workshops will receive a certificate of completion.

Refreshments / light lunch will be provided. Please register at least 3 hours before each session for light lunch preparation.

IP workshop 5：掌握教学技能，提升教学水平(How to Master Teaching Skills and Enhance Teaching Effectiveness.)
Date & Time: 12:00 noon-1:00 pm, 26 February 2025 (Wed)
Facilitator: Prof. Yanan LIN 林亚南教授(国家级教学名师，UIC教师发展特别顾问、厦门大学特聘教授）
Venue: T2-202
Language: Chinese
Abstract:
Prof. Yanan LIN, a distinguished educator and CTL Special Advisor, will draw upon his extensive teaching experience to provide valuable insights on mastering teaching skills and enhancing teaching effectiveness.

Teaching Consultation Program Series 对话名师

In order to better serve our teachers, we are pleased to invite CTL’s Special Advisor, Prof. Yanan LIN from Xiamen University, to support the Teaching Consultation program.

This is a unique chance for those seeking guidance on teaching practices, participation in teaching contests, or assistance with award applications. To take advantage of this opportunity, kindly schedule your consultation with Prof. LIN by contacting Ms. Sandy CHEN at sandychen@uic.edu.cn. Upon registration, you will receive confirmation and further details via email.

Consultation Details:

Available time: 10:00am-12:00pm, 2:00pm-5:00pm, 25-26 Feb 2025 (Tue & Wed)
Language: Chinese
Format: Individual or round-table discussions
Duration: Up to 1 hour per session

Prof. LIN was awarded “National Distinguished Teacher", “Distinguished Teacher of National Special Support Plan for High-Level Talents" (Ten Thousand Talents Plan), "Higher Education Teaching Award of Fujian Province”, Government Special Allowance Expert of the State Council, Talent of Fujian Province's "Baiqianwan Plan", and Xiamen’s "Top Talent".

Recordings and PPT Slides of the Induction Program Workshop 2-4

The recordings and PPT slides are available on iSpace under "CTL Teaching and Learning Resources" in the folder "T&L Activities (Semester 2, 2024-2025)."
To access the video recordings, copy the link from the text document into your browser. If you have any inquiries, please contact Ms. Yao Wang at yaowang@uic.edu.cn.

Other T&L Activities & Resources

Call for Participation and Submission | Guangdong Education Evaluation Association Conference on Leadership Transition and the 2025 Annual Academic Meeting

Theme: Educational Evaluation Reform in the Context of Building a Strong Education Nation
Time: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm, 22 March 2025 (Sat)
Venue: Guangzhou, exact location to be determined.
Registration Deadline: 6:00 pm, 13 March 2025 (Thu)

Conference Paper Submission Guidelines:
1. Certificates will be issued by the association to authors whose papers receivethe Annual Conference Theme Paper Award after review.
2. Papers should be submitted as a Word document and sent to the association's secretariat email (jypgxh@126.com) by 6 March, 2025.

Note: The conference fee (including training fees, material fees, etc.) is 500 RMB per person. For full-time graduate students, the fee is 300 RMB per person. Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses. If you have any requests or inquiries, please contact Ms. Yaowang at yaowang@uic.edu.cn.

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