Teaching and Learning

Mason sets lofty standards for faculty, who produce graduates of the highest caliber through experiential learning, research opportunities, and access to cutting-edge labs and equipment.

The university cultivates versatile, critical thinkers with a desire to learn and improve their communities. To do that, we're committed to faculty excellence, enabling instructors, researchers, and leaders to reach professional and organizational goals.

The university provides the resources and support that classroom leaders need to craft engaging lessons that make students excited to come to class.

• The Stearns Center for Teaching and Learning offers training opportunities in such areas as crafting a syllabus and designing active learning strategies.
• The Assistive Technology Initiative offers faculty and students who are differently abled help with technology, training, and instructional materials.
• The university is also focused on innovative learning spaces to encourage active-learning strategies.