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Graduate Reading Group

The Graduate Reading Group group meets for lunch three times over the course of the semester to discuss a book on teaching.

An array of teaching books on a shelf

About the Graduate Reading Group

Each semester, the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning sponsors a Graduate Reading Group. The group meets three to four times over the course of the semester to discuss the chosen book. We'll provide the book and the lunch; you come with thoughts and questions.

Please note: CETL reading groups exist to foster dialogue among UM instructors about important issues in higher education teaching and learning. The views expressed in the selected books are those of the authors alone and do not necessarily represent the views of CETL staff.

Fall 2026

This semester, the Graduate Reading Group will tackle the book , by David Gooblar. Registered graduate students will receive a paperback copy of the book.

The Fall 2026 Graduate Reading Group will meet at Hill Hall 117 on the following Fridays from 12:00-1:00 pm:

  • September 18
  • October 9
  • November 13

Pizza will be provided for lunch. 

This semester, members of the reading group are also invited to attend a breakfast and conversation with the book’s author, David Gooblar, on Wednesday, September 23 at 10:00 am in Hill Hall 117. 

Join us to learn more about college teaching and connect with fellow graduate TAs, instructors, and aspiring educators. Register by Friday, August 28

 

Join the reading group

Registration is now open for Fall 2026. Reserve your spot by Friday, August 28.
Cover of The Spark of Learning, with a lit match against a white background

Learn more about the Fall 2026 title

"In the twenty-first century, college courses shouldn’t be built for imaginary students of yesteryear. One Classroom at a Time shows how we can tailor pedagogy to the students of today, so that all of them can secure the education and the success they deserve."

Register for the Spring 2026 reading group using the link above.

Past Reading Group Selections

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  • Fall 2025:  
  • Spring 2025:
  • Fall 2024: 
  • Spring 2024: 
  • Fall 2023: 
  • Spring 2023:
  • Fall 2022: