- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
NOTE: All registrants must first contact poly@bcit.ca The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) takes a highly participatory approach as groups examine their values and practices related to teaching or training and learning. It may be conducted in a variety of formats (face to face, blended, or online). Usually participants (a group of about four to six) work with one or two facilitators, although several groups may be meeting concurrently and may interact periodically. During the workshop, participants are encouraged to review core ideas about teaching and learning, reflect on current practices, and try new instructional strategies, techniques, and approaches within a respectful and supportive environment. Using lesson planning models for learning outcomes and/or expressive outcomes, participants offer short lessons to each other in a small group setting (guided practice). Feedback on lessons is provided verbally, in writing, and by means of video recording. Workshop facilitators also offer sessions that explore topics related to teaching and learning. • The ISW uses a developmental peer-based approach. • The ISW encourages active, experiential learning and is based on principles of learning-centred instruction. • The ISW raises the awareness of, appreciation of, and sensitivity to the many individual differences— visible and invisible— learners bring to any learning environment.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$647.70 - $681.85 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Develop increased competence and confidence as facilitators of learning
- Reflect on professional topics related to teaching and learning
- Write useful, practical lesson plans
- Conduct participatory lessons
- Give consideration to the various needs of learners
- Use learning outcomes to inform learners of expectations
- Describe a variety of instructional strategies and techniques
- Use common instructional media and resources competently
- Use basic techniques to assess learning informally
- Give and receive constructive feedback
- Recognize the importance of establishing a positive learning environment
- Experience and explore some of the individual differences found in contemporary learning environments
- Consider inclusive teaching and facilitation practices that respond to a wide variety of learning needs in these environments
- Increase knowledge of self as a teacher and facilitator
- Plan how to apply and reinforce learning in external settings
Effective as of Fall 2023
Related Programs
Instructional Skills Workshop (POLY 1005) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
Learning and Teaching Centre
- Fundamentals in Polytechnic Teaching
Microcredential Part-time
- Polytechnic Teaching
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of POLY 1005 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 92018
Dates
Mar 01 - Mar 19 Loading
- CRN 92018
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
Tuhin Dey
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Status
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are eight offerings of POLY 1005 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69383
Dates
Jun 01 - Jun 04 Loading
- CRN 69383
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Sylvia Gajdics
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register. Attendance is mandatory to pass this course.
Status
CRN 69375
Dates
Jun 08 - Jun 11 Loading
- CRN 69375
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 08 - Jun 11 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 101Q |
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Jennifer Madigan
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Status
CRN 69376
Dates
Jul 04 - Jul 29 Loading
- CRN 69376
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
Youdan Zhang
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register. Participants are expected to spend extra time working on assignments. Attendance is mandatory to pass the course.
Status
CRN 69379
Dates
Jul 20 - Jul 24 Loading
- CRN 69379
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Simon Heslup
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Status
CRN 69372
Dates
Aug 02 - Aug 18 Loading
- CRN 69372
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
Tuhin Dey
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Status
CRN 69373
Dates
Aug 12 - Aug 18 Loading
- CRN 69373
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
6 days
Instructor
YT Wong
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register. Attendance is mandatory to pass this course.
Status
CRN 69390
Dates
Aug 17 - Aug 20 Loading
- CRN 69390
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Bonnie Johnston
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register. Attendance is mandatory to pass this course.
Status
CRN 69380
Dates
Aug 24 - Aug 27 Loading
- CRN 69380
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 24 - Aug 27 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 101Q |
Duration
4 days
Instructor
YT Wong
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please contact poly@bcit.ca for approval to register.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.