Introduction to Teaching Philosophy Statements

In this session, we’ll explore core components of a teaching philosophy statement (TPS) and the rationale behind them. Reviewing excerpts from TPS of UBC peers and others will provide examples for you to reflect and discuss how you can write your own TPS statement in a way that feels authentic to you as an educator. We’ll also consider how your TPS can connect to the institution’s mission or strategic priorities and acknowledge other types of statements you may be asked to prepare.

Whether you’re preparing a TPS for tenure, promotion, reappointment, or a new position, this session will give you practical starting points and ideas you can immediately carry into your writing.

Please note that this session lays the groundwork for a follow-up working session where you will have the opportunity to draft and revise key sections of your TPS.

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

• Explain the core purposes and common components of a teaching philosophy statement.
• Identify features in real examples that make a TPS clear and authentic.
• Recognize options for connecting a TPS to institutional mission or priorities.
• Articulate at least one belief or approach you want to highlight in your own statement.

If you’re unable to make it to this session and are looking for support with your teaching dossier, see the Teaching Portfolio section of our website (https://ctlt.ubc.ca/resources/teaching/portfolios/) or contact Megan Robertson for a consultation (megan.robertson@ubc.ca)

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