Academy of Distinguished Teaching

The ADT is a group of UCR faculty recognized for their excellence in teaching. The academy’s purpose is to support and enhance teaching across campus through mentorship, professional development, and advisory services, with a focus on improving student learning outcomes.

11250

Students taught annually

264

Years of teaching experience at UCR

Publications on teaching and education

UCR Academy of Distinguished Teaching (ADT) – Charter

Activities

Improve Teaching Methods: Provide pedagogical training and mentorship to faculty at all career stages, focusing on teaching methods, course design, and assessment.
Innovate with Technology: Collaborate with the XCITE Center to incorporate instructional technology and innovative teaching strategies.
Offer Mentorship: Serve as a resource for faculty, providing one-on-one guidance and consultations on teaching methods, course design, and student assessment.
Recognize Excellence: Honor outstanding teaching through campus-wide awards.
Advise Leadership: Offer expert advice to campus administration on teaching policies and initiatives to enhance the overall learning environment.

Roles

Recognition: Honor faculty excellence in teaching.
Mentorship: Provide one-on-one guidance and consultations for faculty.
Advisory: Offer expert advice to campus administration on teaching policies and initiatives.

Governance

The ADT Executive Council plans activities, advises on teaching matters, manages communications, and oversees the budget.
Faculty from across campus serve on the council to ensure representation from different departments.
Subcommittees handle specific tasks such as selecting awardees, organizing events, and providing faculty consultation.

Membership

Open to UCR Senate Faculty recognized for significant contributions to teaching.
Members receive the title "Distinguished Teaching Professor" and may use this designation in official contexts.