The Collaborative Learning Spaces are specially designed to facilitate collaborative active learning strategies that are known to improve student learning. By choosing to teach in a CLS, the instructor agrees to adhere to the following expectations for these unique spaces:

• Develop a sound understanding of evidence-based teaching and learning using the resources available on this website, through the Office of Instruction and Assessment or other professional development opportunities.
• During class, use short, focused lecture segments that enhance conceptual understanding of lesson’s topics as opposed to lengthy lectures.
• Interleave small group activities and relevant explanations to foster critical thinking and promote deeper learning throughout each class session.
• For large classes, use a team of Learning Assistants including co-instructors, Teaching Assistants and/or undergraduate preceptors to provide support to students during in-class activities. 
• Ensure classes are taught exclusively by instructor(s) prepared to teach in a CLS.
• Welcome faculty and others who may request to observe classes taught in the CLSs.
• Participate in efforts to evaluate the impact of the Collaborative Learning Spaces on student learning and faculty and student attitudes.
• Acknowledge that ongoing evaluations may be conducted to ensure that courses are a good fit for the unique spaces.
• Be assured that UA is fully committed to support all faculty in their efforts to achieve excellence in education.