Calling all educators & #SoTL scholars! Submit your proposals for ISSOTL26 in Saskatoon, Canada, from October 28-31, 2026. Proposals due March 30, 2026. Share your research & practice! Learn more on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/issotl26/cal...

Calling all #SoTL scholars! The call for proposals for #ISSOTL26 is now open! Join us in Saskatoon, Canada, to share your #SoTL research, practices, and innovations. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation! Learn more and submit on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/issotl26/cal...

Reminder! Nominations for the 2026 ISSOTL election are still open. Help shape the future of the international #SoTL community by nominating yourself or a colleague today. Don’t miss your chance to contribute your voice and leadership. Learn more on the #ISSOTL website: issotl.com/2026/01/27/2...

Calling future facilitators! ISSOTL is seeking Group Facilitators for the 2026 International Collaborative Writing Groups (ICWGs) Academic Track. Lead an international team in co-authoring a publishable #SoTL manuscript ahead of #ISSOTL26. Applications due Feb 16, 2026. issotl.com/2026/01/19/2...

Call for applications! ISSOTL is seeking an Associate Editor for Teaching & Learning Inquiry (TLI) Journal. If you’re passionate about advancing #SoTL, mentoring authors, and shaping a leading peer-reviewed journal, consider applying! Learn more & apply: issotl.com/2026/02/10/c...

Based on member feedback and our shared values, the STLHE Board is stepping into a more visible, advocacy-focused role in 2026 by offering a stronger voice on emergent issues shaping teaching and learning. To start the conversation: what issues matter most to your work in higher ed right now?

Reminder! Join us on February 4th for the webinar “Disability needs to be decolonized: How Indigenous knowledges can inform inclusive pedagogical practice” with Dr. Rheanna Robinson. Don’t miss this important conversation: stlhe.ca/events/equit...

Don’t miss what’s happening across the global #SoTL community! Join the ISSOTL Google Discussion Group to share updates, resources, and opportunities from the international SoTL network. Let’s learn together. Learn more: issotl.com/2024/07/30/i...

The 2026 #ISSOTL election is officially open! Nominations are now being accepted for the ISSOTL Board, an opportunity to help shape the future of #SoTL and support our global community. Learn more and submit a nomination on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/2026/01/27/2...

How do we begin to think about student engagement? The latest #ISSOTL blog draws on decades of #SoTL research on key themes of belonging, agency, feedback, and engaging pedagogies, as a starting point for this Grand Challenge. Learn more on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/2026/01/26/w...

Teaching Tips: A good class discussion — much like a good lecture — is the result of careful planning. Students must do their part by coming to class ready to participate, but there are things you can do to increase the likelihood that they will. https://chroni.cl/3LUzB7K

Ready to help shape international #SoTL? The ISSOTL Publications Committee is seeking ICWG Group Facilitators for 2026! Bring your big ideas, build global connections, and guide a writing team at #ISSOTL26 in Saskatoon. Apply by February 16, 2026. Find details here: issotl.com/2026/01/19/2...

Hear about how authenticity and connection supports students in the classroom in our interview with Marissa Edwards, a senior lecturer, researcher and mental health advocate: https://ow.ly/kLRs50XXmEP #HigherEd #AcademicSky #EduSky

Mature learners bring experience, clear goals and a focus on practice. Russ Woodward and Ian Rodwell share practical tips for creating effective learning environments for professional cohorts: https://ow.ly/QNgN50XVF8K #HigherEd #AcademicSky

When Jim Lang first started teaching, he had precisely one goal for the first day of the semester: Get through it. Take Jim's advice: Don't be like him. https://chroni.cl/44WrLRA

Volume 13 (2025) of Teaching & Learning Inquiry (TLI) Journal has officially wrapped! Explore the final articles covering capstone research, interdisciplinary learning, feminist pedagogy, assessment design, and more, now available on the TLI website: journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/TL...

The ISSOTL office will be closed for the holiday season from December 23rd to January 4th. We’ll reopen on January 5th. Warm wishes to our global community for a peaceful and restorative holiday break!

In Advice | As a craft skill, helping students speak up matters more than it used to because many faculty members have responded to the rise of AI by doubling down on the humanity of the humanities. https://chroni.cl/4q33T6K

From selling his car to cross continents, to finding welcome at a border, grief in a conference hallway, and healing at the edge of New Zealand, Mian Salahuddin’s #ISSOTL25 journey reminds us that #SoTL is profoundly human. Read Mian's blog on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/2025/12/10/i...

If educators want their students to hone the skills of respectful debate across cultural boundaries, these eight tips – including planning and agreeing definitions – offer a place to start: https://ow.ly/zw6X50XCJny #HigherEd #AcademicSky #EduSky

Thank you to all who attended the ISSOTL Annual Business Meeting and shared valuable feedback! 🙌 The 2024–2025 ISSOTL Annual Report is available online. Read all annual reports on the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/annual-repor... #ISSOTL #SoTL #ABM #AnnualReport #TeachingandLearning

Thinking about publishing your #SoTL work? Check out ISSOTL's Teaching & Learning Inquiry! TLI publishes monthly, showcasing diverse, high-quality research, including empirical studies, essays, reviews, and innovative formats. Explore and learn more today! journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/TL...

Career Advice | Thankful for Others In your career search and in life, don’t underestimate the value of cultivating a human community. https://bit.ly/4rnH0fS #EDUSky #AcademicSky #HigherEd

📢 Exciting news! Volume 16, Issue 1 of the Canadian Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CJSoTL) is now published. Explore new research, insights, and innovations in teaching and learning across Canada. Read the latest issue today! stlhe.ca/publications...

New blog alert! Feeling overwhelmed designing a #SoTL study? The CLEAR model offers a practical, step-by-step framework to turn classroom curiosity into rigorous, meaningful inquiry. From question types to evidence-informed action, CLEAR makes SoTL doable and impactful. issotl.com/2025/11/20/h...

Upcoming Equity Committee event: "A Coalitional Model of the Classroom: Pedagogical Approaches for Contentious Times." Join us on Dec 2 for a free session on how coalitional approaches can make classroom spaces for constructive engagement with power, conflict & difference. stlhe.ca/events/equit...

ISSOTL is heading to Saskatoon, Canada, for #ISSOTL26! Join us in the heart of the Prairies for another inspiring gathering of #SoTL scholars, educators, and leaders from around the world. Stay tuned for the announcement of dates, details, and the call for proposals. We can’t wait to see you there!

Thank you to everyone who helped make #ISSOTL25 such a success, from presenters and participants to organizers and volunteers. Your energy and insights made this week unforgettable. Wishing everyone safe travels home. We look forward to seeing you in Saskatoon for #ISSOTL26!

What an amazing experience and privilege to keynote #ISSOTL25 in Christchurch, NZ to talk about #postplagiarism, #AcademicIntegrity, and #ArtificialIntelligence @issotl.bsky.social

Interested in #SoTL? Join our upcoming SoTL Canada session to learn about the STLHE conference, the SoTL stream, and get mentorship on writing your proposal! Register by November 16th on the STLHE website: stlhe.ca/events/sotl-...

Congratulations to Melanie Hamilton for receiving the 2025 ISSOTL Distinguished Service Award! Your dedication, leadership, and lasting contributions to the #SoTL community continue to inspire and strengthen our field. #ISSOTL25

The #ISSOTL25 conference continues in Ōtautahi Christchurch! Sessions are buzzing with ideas, connections are growing, and the spirit of collaboration is stronger than ever. Here’s to another inspiring day of learning together.

#ISSOTL25 is in full swing here in beautiful Ōtautahi Christchurch! The energy is incredible, full of connection, curiosity, and collaboration. Here’s to another day of inspiring conversations and shared learning across disciplines and borders.

First day done! Been fantastic so far catching up with old friends and making new ones!

#ISSOTL25 officially begins, and the energy is incredible. With thoughtful posts already filling our feeds, and a community ready to connect and learn, it’s shaping up to be a truly special week. Here’s to new ideas, shared learning, and the joy of discovery together in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

As the countdown to #ISSOTL25 continues, explore our conference pages to make the most of your time in Ōtautahi Christchurch, from local tips and discounts to nearby amenities and travel info. Learn more: issotl.com/issotl25/whe...

Deadline extended! There’s still time to apply to co-lead the 2026 ISSOTL International Collaborative Writing Groups (ICWGs) Academic Track. Build global SoTL connections, foster collaboration, and help shape new scholarship. Apply by November 14, 2025. Learn more: issotl.com/2025/10/06/2...

ISSOTL President Michael Rifenburg welcomes you to #ISSOTL25 in beautiful Ōtautahi, Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand! Watch his short message and get inspired to join educators and scholars from around the world in this vibrant host city. Visit the ISSOTL website: issotl.com/issotl25/

Heading to #ISSOTL25 in Ōtautahi Christchurch? The new “When in Ōtautahi Christchurch” page has you covered, from local tips and discounts to nearby amenities and travel info. Explore with ease and make the most of your time in this incredible city! Explore the page: issotl.com/issotl25/whe...

How do AI, academic integrity, and equity intersect? Join Heather Lawford & Toni Roberts for a thought-provoking session exploring justice, decolonization & inclusion in the age of generative AI. Tuesday, October 28 | 1–2 pm ET Register on the STLHE website: www.stlhe.ca/events/stlhe...

Ready to explore beyond the conference? #ISSOTL25 field trips offer the perfect chance to discover the region and connect with fellow attendees! Check out itineraries, fees, and details here: issotl.com/issotl25/con... #ISSOTL #SoTL #HigherEd #Conference2025 #FieldTrips #InternationalConference

Get ready — the full #ISSOTL25 conference program has landed! Explore inspiring sessions, dynamic speakers, and can’t-miss events that will make this year’s gathering in Christchurch one to remember. Dive in now: issotl.com/issotl25/con...

Traditional recruitment might be holding back inclusion more than we realise. Here’s how to tweak the process so every candidate can shine: www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/lets-... #Academia #HigherEd #AcademicChatter #AcademicSky #EduSky

There’s still time to join us in beautiful Christchurch, New Zealand, for #ISSOTL25! Don’t miss the chance to connect with #SoTL scholars and educators from around the world, share ideas, and be inspired. Register today to secure your spot: issotl.com/issotl25/con...

ISSOTL invites applications for Co-Leaders of the 2026 International Collaborative Writing Groups (ICWG–Academic Track)! Help lead global #SoTL collaborations that inspire, connect, and publish new scholarship in Teaching and Learning Inquiry. Apply by November 1, 2025: issotl.com/2025/10/06/2...

Fresh #SoTL insights in Teaching & Learning Inquiry (TLI) Journal are available! From AI in the classroom to co-creation, peer feedback, and public writing, explore the newest research shaping teaching & learning worldwide. Read more: journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/TL...

To grow the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, we must think beyond articles and conferences. Visual abstracts, digital mapping, podcasts, and audio summaries open new pathways for sharing #SoTL widely, accessibly, and impactfully. Explore more: issotl.com/2025/10/01/v...

The early bird deadline for #ISSOTL25 is almost here! Just a few more days to secure your spot in Christchurch and save on registration. Join us as we explore, share, and celebrate #SoTL together. Register online: issotl.com/issotl25/con...

We’re counting down to #ISSOTL25 happening 3–6 November. ✏️6 pre-conference workshops ✏️9 panels, 30 workshops, 84 roundtables, 90 posters, 120 papers ✏️3 inspiring keynotes ✏️NEW virtual option! Early Bird registration closes October 1 – don’t miss out! All the details: issotl.com/issotl25

Explore, share, and transform learning! Early bird registration for #ISSOTL25 ends September 23! Join fellow #SoTL scholars in shaping the future of education. Register online: issotl.com/issotl25/con... #ISSOTL #TeachingandLearning #HigherEd #HigherEducation #EarlyBird #Conference2025