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The mission of the Department of Biology Teaching and Learning is to discover, adapt, apply, and disseminate innovative strategies that transform biology education. You are now viewing a collection of news, features and opportunities for and about BTL.

A conference and society’s anti-racist journey

Abdi Warfa and Beverly Smith-Keiling are active members of the Society for the Advancement in Biology Education Research and participate in discussions about how to ensure that the society and its meetings are inclusive.

Warfa and Smith-Keiling stand outside for a photo

News flash: Math matters

New grant supports efforts by the Schuchardt lab to help educators integrate mathematical modules into biology courses.

Anita Schuchardt, an assistant professor in Biology Teaching and Learning recently received a CAREER grant from the National Science Foundation, a program that supports research of  early-career faculty. The grant aims to help students — and empower educators — to apply mathematical knowledge to biological systems.

Nominate Outstanding Performance Award for Teaching Assistants

Take time to recognize incredible TAs!

Who's eligible? All teaching assistants in CBS courses (undergraduate and graduate) who have demonstrated excellence in teaching or other instructional activities that enhance the educational experience at the U of M are eligible for the annual CBS Outstanding Performance Award for Teaching Assistants.

Please complete the nomination form if you would like to nominate your teaching assistant!

Nominate an outstanding TA