Faculty of Science
Skylight

Special Events

Skylight hosts a variety of special events and workshops designed to foster community and professional development in science education. 

Previous Events

January 2025

Panel Discussion on Universal Design for Learning in the Faculty of Science

When: Wednesday, January 15th, 2025 | 9:30am-11:30am 
Where: Earth Sciences Building (ESB), Room 5104 & 5106 (map)

Panelists: 

  • Caitlin Donnelly, Lecturer (Department of Botany, UBCV) 
  • Charissa Fung, Lecturer (Department of Zoology, UBCV) 
  • Firas Moosvi, Lecturer (Department of Computer Science, UBCV) 
  • Jaclyn Dee, Lecturer (Department of Botany, UBCV) 
  • Lindsay Nelson, Educational Field and Laboratory Coordinator (Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, UBCV) 
  • Louise Longridge, Lecturer (Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, UBCV) 
  • Stephan Koenig, Science Education Specialist (Department of Computer Science, UBCV) 

Description:

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and how to integrate them into your teaching practices. This panel will feature past participants of the UDL Fellows Program, who will share their experiences and insights on how UDL can enhance learning for all UBC Science students.

During the panel, our speakers will discuss:

  • UDL projects and practices in the Faculty of Science
  • Successes and challenges in applying UDL principles
  • Recommendations and resources for instructors

This event offers a unique opportunity to learn from your colleagues, ask questions, and participate in meaningful conversations about how to create a more inclusive and accessible learning environment at UBC.

Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement

We honour xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) on whose ancestral, unceded territory UBC Vancouver is situated. UBC Science is committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples so we can advance Reconciliation and ensure traditional ways of knowing enrich our teaching and research.

Learn more: Musqueam First Nation

Skylight: Science Centre for Learning and Teaching


skylight@science.ubc.ca

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