TLC Reach Out
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Resources
Given recent events on campus, as a teacher you may face challenging situations in your lesson, such as heightened emotions, intense discussions and concerns about social safety. The UvA Teaching & Learning Centers (TLC) offers support for teaching staff in dealing with these situations. Below, you will find a guide to having conversations about sensitive topics and dealing with ‘HOT’ (Heated, Offensive and Tense) moments. Information is also available on how to teach online, should the need arise unexpectedly. It is also possible to participate in training courses or workshops and to request personal support.
Resources for teaching staff
The recent events on our campus have had a significant impact on our UvA community. Here, we present you with a step-by-step plan that can assist in having (or choosing whether to have) a conversation about this.
Teachers and students may increasingly find themselves confronted with so-called HOT (Heated, Offensive and Tense) moments in class: uncomfortable or unsafe situations in which one person’s view conflicts with another’s integrity. Here, TLC-FGw lists tips for dealing with these moments.
TLC has been covering how to deal with HOT (Heated, Offensive and Tense) moments in the classroom; read our latest recap of the knowledge sharing session on HOT Moments.
Through the link below you can find more information on how to set up online lectures, tutorials and more.
The University of Amsterdam would like to provide you, as a member of staff, with a safe foundation and a positive environment. There are different individuals and institutions you can turn to otherwise.
Find UvA updates on protests via uva.nl/protests.
UvA Student psychologists offer psychological support and workshops for students. You can inform students by referring to this page.
Feedback
Do you see issues on the page? Let us know via communication-tlc@uva.nl.