- 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
Fall 2025
Below are six offerings of POLY 1005 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 50699
Dates
Nov 22 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 50699
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
2 weeks
Instructor
Michele Bridge
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. Students are required to attend all classes to pass the course.
Status
CRN 50747
Dates
Nov 22 - Dec 13 Loading
- CRN 50747
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
Nanda Dimitrov
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. Students are required to attend all in-person and online classes to pass the course.
Status
CRN 50702
Dates
Nov 23 - Dec 08 Loading
- CRN 50702
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
Tuhin Dey
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. Students are required to attend all classes to pass the course.
Status
CRN 50704
Dates
Dec 15 - Dec 19 Loading
- CRN 50704
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Claudine Warburton
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. Students are required to attend all classes to pass the course.
Status
CRN 50700
Dates
Dec 08 - Dec 11 Loading
- CRN 50700
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 08 - Dec 11 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:00 - 15:00 | Online |
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Jennifer Madigan
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 50737
Dates
Dec 08 - Dec 11 Loading
- CRN 50737
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 08 - Dec 11 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 101Q |
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Saad Shawer
Course outline
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. Students are required to attend all classes to pass the course.
Status
Winter 2026
Below are seven offerings of POLY 1005 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 91732
Dates
Jan 10 - Jan 18 Loading
- CRN 91732
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10 - Jan 18 | Sat, Sun | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 101Q |
Duration
2 weeks
Instructor
Nanda Dimitrov
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 91730
Dates
Jan 11 - Feb 03 Loading
- CRN 91730
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
Sylvia Gajdics
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 91731
Dates
Jan 24 - Feb 07 Loading
- CRN 91731
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
2 weeks
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.
Status
CRN 91733
Dates
Jan 27 - Feb 04 Loading
- CRN 91733
- $647.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
2 weeks
Instructor
Michele Bridge
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.
Status
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
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 91735
Dates
Mar 09 - Mar 12 Loading
- CRN 91735
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 09 - Mar 12 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 101Q |
Duration
4 days
Instructor
Saad Shawer
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.
Status
CRN 91984
Dates
Mar 10 - Mar 13 Loading
- CRN 91984
- $681.85 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10 - Mar 13 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | 09:00 - 16:00 | Burnaby SE14 Rm. 303 |
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.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.