CETL Sessions are typically 45-50 minutes in length. We have provided some Session Agenda Examples below if you’re worried about how to manage your time and fill 45-50 minutes of content.
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A typical session will be formatted as follows:
15 minutes prior – Host will open Room for the presenter to prepare
2-5 minutes prior – any attendees will be admitted from the waiting room
Time: Facilitator will introduce speaker and Topic Title
Session
Conclusion: The facilitator will thank attendees and the presenter, and remind attendees that a follow-up email with evaluation will be emailed.
CETL Sessions are typically 45-50 minutes in length. We have provided some Session Agenda Examples below if you’re worried about how to manage your time and fill 45-50 minutes of content.
| TIME | TASK | Examples |
| 3 min | Intro & Welcome | · Host welcomes and introduces the speaker |
| 5 min | Anticipatory Set | · Introduction · Introduce Learning Objectives · Icebreaker Question |
| 20 min | Direct Instruction | · PowerPoint lecture · Video · Demonstration |
| 10 min | Application of Content | · Group work · Activity |
| 5 min | Reflection | · Wrap up session · Reinforce learning objectives · Share future learning resources |
| 5 min | Questions | · Questions and Answers |
| 2 min | End | · Host ends the session by thanking attendees for coming and reminding them to fill out evaluation |
| TIME | TASK | Examples |
| 3 min | Intro & Welcome | · Host welcomes and introduces the speaker |
| 5 min | Anticipatory Set | · Introduction · Introduce Learning Objectives · Icebreaker Question |
| 10 min | Direct Instruction | · PowerPoint lecture · Video · Demonstration |
| 5-10 min | Application of Content | · Group work · Activity, Poll questions |
| 10 min | Direct Instruction | · PowerPoint lecture · Video · Demonstration |
| 5- 10 min | Application of Content | · Group work · Activity, poll questions |
| 5 min | Reflection | · Wrap up session · Reinforce learning objectives · Share future learning resources |
| 5 min | Questions | · Questions and Answers |
| 2 min | End | · Host ends the session by thanking attendees for coming and reminding them to fill out evaluation |
Ready to get started? Here’s a step-by-step guide to preparing your CETL session:
We’ve got you covered! Our CETL YouTube Channel hosts a growing collection of recorded sessions, offering an inside look at past presentations. Watching these recordings is a great way to get familiar with the format, see how other presenters engage, and gather ideas for your own session. You’ll also see firsthand how these sessions benefit our learning community.
Since our CETL is still in its early stages, our library is just beginning to grow. However, each new session will be uploaded here as we continue to expand, making it a one-stop destination for all CETL recordings. Simply click the link below to explore!
Each of these formats enables CETL presenters to connect with their audience in meaningful ways, whether through delivering knowledge, encouraging discussion, or offering hands-on learning. By choosing the session type that best fits their material and presentation style, presenters can create a rewarding experience for both themselves and their participants.
Lectures are a classic and effective way to deliver in-depth knowledge on specialized topics or recent research. In a lecture, presenters can dive deeply into complex ideas, offering attendees a structured learning experience. This format is ideal for topics that require substantial explanation, where presenters can walk participants through detailed insights and theories. Lectures often conclude with a Q&A segment, giving the audience a chance to reflect on the material and seek clarification or further exploration of key points.
A facilitated discussion provides a more collaborative learning environment, where participants are encouraged to share their perspectives and insights. In this format, a facilitator guides the conversation, helping attendees engage with the topic by posing thought-provoking questions and creating an inclusive space for diverse viewpoints. This approach is particularly effective for themes that benefit from open discussion, such as ethical issues, teaching challenges, or interdisciplinary subjects. Facilitated discussions are ideal for fostering critical thinking, allowing participants to both learn from one another and contribute actively to the conversation.
Workshops are designed to be interactive, focusing on equipping participants with practical skills or hands-on experience. Unlike other formats, workshops emphasize learning by doing, often incorporating activities, exercises, or group work that allow participants to immediately apply new skills. This format is perfect for topics that are skill-based, such as learning to use specific technology tools, exploring new teaching methods, developing assessment strategies, or working on curriculum planning. Workshops aim to leave participants with tangible skills or frameworks that they can implement directly in their practice.
For those looking to reach a broader audience, webinars offer a virtual presentation format, ideal for remote participants who wish to attend from different locations. This format closely resembles a lecture but offers the accessibility and flexibility of online learning. A typical webinar includes a structured presentation, often followed by a Q&A session, providing an opportunity for the audience to engage despite the remote setting. Webinars work well for sharing updates on emerging topics, offering remote training sessions, or presenting new CETL initiatives to a larger group.
Conversations provide a more informal setting, where attendees can engage in an organic dialogue around a central topic. Unlike structured formats, conversations are relaxed, promoting peer-to-peer exchange and a sense of community. These sessions are well-suited for topics that encourage participants to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and connect over shared interests or professional challenges. Conversations are often centered on professional growth, teaching stories, or brainstorming innovative ideas, allowing participants to explore these themes in an open, supportive environment.
A themed series offers the chance to explore a topic over multiple sessions, providing both depth and continuity. This format is beneficial for complex subjects that need more time for full exploration, such as teaching strategies, equity in education, or technology integration. Each session in a themed series builds upon the last, allowing participants to engage with material in a layered and evolving way. These series might involve weekly meetings that cover different aspects of a central theme, creating a cohesive learning journey that fosters sustained learning and mastery over time.