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To Be Read: Educator Edition "A Pedagogy of Kindness" Drop-ins Welcome Online

If you're anything like us, you probably have a long list of "to be read" books. We know that engaging in book discussions fosters a culture of curiosity and intellectual growth, reinforcing the idea that learning is a lifelong journey enriched by the exchange of ideas and insights with others. It is our hope that through thoughtful dialogue and shared reflections on relevant literature, educators not only enhance their own practices but also contribute to a dynamic community that benefits both their students and MSU broadly.

Sept. 16 - cancelled
Nov. 18 - A Pedagogy of Kindness by Catherine J. Denial (available as eBook via MSU Libraries)
Feb. 24 - Teaching to Empower : Taking Action to Foster Student Agency, Self-Confidence, and Collaboration by Debbie Zacarian & Michael Silverstone (available as eBook via MSU Libraries)
April 14 - Humanizing Higher Education Through Innovative Approaches for Teaching and Learning by Enakshi Sengupta, Patrick Blessinger & Mandla Makhanya (available as eBook via MSU Libraries)

Goals for this program:

Cultivate a curiosity for continuous learning by engaging discussions of relevant teaching & learning publications
Enhance instructional practices and professional growth through the exchange of ideas and insights gained from shared reflections
Contribute to a collaborative community of educators that supports mutual development necessary to provide high-quality, evidence-based learning experiences across all modes of instruction.

Date:: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Time:: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Time Zone:: Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Online:: This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
Audience:: Advising Staff Educator Network Future Faculty In-Class Educators
Categories:: Affiliate Session Community of Practice Inclusive Pedagogy Educator Networking Educator Onboarding Lifelong Learning Online Session Special Topics

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If you’d like to nominate a title for a future CTLI book discussion and/or volunteer to co-facilitate a discussion, please reach out to Makena Neal at mneal@msu.edu.

This offering is in alignment with MSU 2030 Strategic Plan: Staff and Faculty Success, Objectives 1, 2 & 3.

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To Be Read: Educator Edition "A Pedagogy of Kindness" ***Drop-ins Welcome*** Online

To Be Read: Educator Edition "A Pedagogy of Kindness" Drop-ins Welcome Online