Excellence in Teaching and Learning
CTLI is a team of educators, researchers, designers, developers, technologists, and writers. We approach work and play with curiosity, and we value meaningful interactions.
Our mission is to unleash great learning experiences using design tools, agile processes, and flexible strategies. This includes building relevant, engaging courses; designing user-friendly processes and resources; facilitating strategy sessions; and providing support services for Lethbridge Polytechnic students and employees.
We support both employees (instructors and staff) and students. Our approach is about meeting people where they’re at, when they need it most. We do this through a human-centred, collaborative learning system that ensures that you're equipped to achieve your desired outcomes.
Instructor services
CTLI Departments
We provide flexible, innovative and collaborative support for the success of diverse learners while advancing a culture of universal teaching and learning. We are able to support prospective and current students with disabilities, including:
- learning disabilities (e.g. math, reading, writing, processing)
- developmental disabilities (e.g. fetal alcohol effect and autism spectrum)
- ADD/ADHD
- sensory impairments (e.g. deaf/hard-of-hearing, blind/partially sighted)
- physical disabilities
- mental health impacts
- chronic medical conditions
- temporary mobility issues (e.g. broken arm)
Since our establishment in 1957, the Buchanan Library has been supporting students and staff with their study and research needs. As the hub of learning at Lethbridge Polytechnic, the library is the place to find scholarly resources, work on individual or group projects, access a wealth of information in various formats and find helpful advice to assist you with your learning needs.
Educational Development coordinates and implements professional development for staff and faculty. Professional Development (PD) includes formal and informal methods that assist all staff in engaging in a reflective practice to ensure growth. All staff may engage in leadership, health and wellness or skills-based training. PD for instructors is targeted at building a reflective practice and further advancing teaching and learning.
Teaching and Professional Development
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SOTL)
The Educational Development team supports instructors and staff engaging in the systematic study of teaching and learning with a focus on improving student learning. The team advances SoTL research by serving as a consulting resource (literature review, research methodology, development of ethics application, proposal development), and by partnering with instructors and staff as co-researchers.
Student Learning Services staff are available in person and online to help students with academic writing, APA, science, math and study skills.
For students
Whatever your definition of academic success, our Academic Strategists and Peer Tutors can help you develop strategies and knowledge to meet your goals. You can request a peer tutor, book an appointment with an academic strategist, access our online learning resources, or reach out when you see us at events or in your classes.
To learn more or book an appointment, visit the Student Learning Services webpage.
For faculty and staff
Faculty can contacts us to:
- Request in-class presentations or integrated supports
- Recommend peer tutors for a course
- Collaborate on resource- and workshop-development
- Access writing or APA support for their own schooling
For more information, visit the Student Learning Services webpage.
The Learning Experience Design Team supports the development of the many diverse learning experiences at Lethbridge Polytechnic. We use a collaborative and iterative process based on principles of design thinking and human-centred design. Our learning experience designers support CTLI, academic programs, other polytechnic departments and external stakeholders in the design and development of programs, courses and other learning experiences. LXDs support instructors through consultation, resource development and workshop facilitation based in current practices in instructional design, curriculum and assessment. Our team consists of individuals who specialize in curriculum, instructional design, project management, writing, formatting, graphic and interactive media design, and video development.
We’re here to help you reach your educational goals by providing exam supervision and test administration according to individual needs. We ensure the security and confidentiality of our clients, the test materials and the examination results.
If students have a documented disability, they may be eligible for testing accommodations through Accessibility Services. Contact them at 403-382-6952 or visit them in CE1340.