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[Centre for Learning & Teaching](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/3614) ![Seminar room full of faculty members sitting for a presentation](/sites/default/files/styles/header_medium_desktop/public/2025-07/MayCurr.Wk2025.JPG.webp?itok=8jaUukYn) Explore - [Overview](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching) - [Student Writing, Communication & Learning Support](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/student-writing) - [Teaching Support & Curriculum Enhancement](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/teaching-support) - [Curricular Innovation Initiatives](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/curricular) - [Educational Research & Resources](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/educational) # Centre for Learning & Teaching Explore - [Overview](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching) - [Student Writing, Communication & Learning Support](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/student-writing) - [Teaching Support & Curriculum Enhancement](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/teaching-support) - [Curricular Innovation Initiatives](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/curricular) - [Educational Research & Resources](/index%2Ephp/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/educational) rgb(0,0,0) ### The **Centre for Learning & Teaching (CLT)** at OCAD University supports students and faculty in their learning, teaching and curriculum development through a variety of programs and services. By working collaboratively with students, faculty and staff, we create opportunities for shared learning, dialogue and community-building that centre our students’ learning journeys and contribute to a culture of evidence-based teaching and reflective practice at the university. The Centre for Learning & Teaching (CLT) includes the former Faculty & Curriculum Development Centre (FCDC) and Writing & Learning Centre (WLC). ![](/themes/custom/ocad/img/decor/ripped-paper-whitebg.png) ![Academic year welcome](/sites/default/files/styles/3_4_large/public/2025-08/PanelAYW2024-rd2.jpg.webp?itok=8d8h59Cm) ## Our Vision We envision equitable access to interdisciplinary art and design education for all learners and aspire to foster a culture of teaching and learning at the university that is inclusive, wholistic, reflective and learner-centered. ## Our Mission We collaborate with the university community and provide leadership and support to create and sustain equitable and engaging teaching and learning environments for all OCAD University students. ## Our Services rgb(255,255,255) **Student Writing, Communication & Learning Support** – programs, resources and peer engagement opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to support their preparedness and success in their programs. We also offer resources and support with academic integrity for both students and faculty. [ Read more .arrow-link-long { fill: #000; } ](https://www.ocadu.ca/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/student-writing) **Teaching Support & Curriculum Enhancement** – professional learning opportunities for faculty, teaching assistants and instructional staff, and support for curriculum development and renewal processes to ensure the quality of our undergraduate and graduate programs. [ Read more .arrow-link-long { fill: #000; } ](https://www.ocadu.ca/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/teaching-support) **Curricular Innovation Initiatives** – project leadership and facilitation for university-wide educational change initiatives and collaborations that explore innovative and inclusive pedagogies in support of OCAD U’s [Academic and Strategic Plan](https://asp.ocaduwebspace.ca/#/). [ Read more .arrow-link-long { fill: #000; } ](https://www.ocadu.ca/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/curricular) **Educational Research and Resources** – leading, supporting and disseminating educational research that enables reflective, evidence-based teaching practice, enhances student experience and drives pedagogical innovation within OCAD U and the wider art and design education sector. [ Read more .arrow-link-long { fill: #000; } ](https://www.ocadu.ca/about-ocad-u/leadership/office-vp-academic-and-provost/centre-learning-teaching/educational) ## Latest news [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-06/Ai%20photo%20to%20use%20Parantap.jpg.webp?itok=VQmwIwYZ) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-06/Ai%20photo%20to%20use%20Parantap.jpg.webp?itok=VQmwIwYZ) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2026-06/Ai%20photo%20to%20use%20Parantap.jpg.webp?itok=4s7lI_YN) ### OCAD U launches new AI Teaching and Learning Innovation Grant Program Faculty can submit proposals to design, pilot and assess new pedagogical and curricular approaches to AI in art and design education. June 1, 2026 ](/news/ocad-u-launches-new-ai-teaching-and-learning-innovation-grant-program) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2024-09/placeholder.jpg?itok=-AXdhNXh) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2024-09/placeholder.jpg?itok=-AXdhNXh) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2024-09/placeholder.jpg?itok=cs6Mtrwu) ### OCAD U Teaching Expo 2026: Call for Proposals The Centre for Learning & Teaching (CLT) is excited to announce the return of OCAD U’s annual Teaching Expo which will take place on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Members of the OCAD U community are invited to submit a proposal to this year's expo by Wednesday, April 22, 2026. April 20, 2026 ](/news/ocad-u-teaching-expo-2026-call-proposals) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-04/Black%20and%20White%20Minimalist%20Mood%20Photo%20Collage%5B90%5D%20copy.jpg?itok=7y6kygCi) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-04/Black%20and%20White%20Minimalist%20Mood%20Photo%20Collage%5B90%5D%20copy.jpg?itok=7y6kygCi) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2026-04/Black%20and%20White%20Minimalist%20Mood%20Photo%20Collage%5B90%5D%20copy.jpg?itok=NkDui83q) ### Professors integrate AI tools into courses to reflect real-world practice Preparing students for the future means helping them develop critical AI literacy skills April 15, 2026 ](/news/professors-integrate-ai-tools-courses-reflect-real-world-practice) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-09/Public%20Pier%20and%20SiLO%20Nights%20Romain%20Garcia%20copy.jpg?itok=Pv8s9l_h) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-09/Public%20Pier%20and%20SiLO%20Nights%20Romain%20Garcia%20copy.jpg?itok=Pv8s9l_h) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2026-09/Public%20Pier%20and%20SiLO%20Nights%20Romain%20Garcia%20copy.jpg?itok=7tL7ZTkU) ### Public Pier brings food, music, dance and introduces SILO NIGHTS to Toronto's waterfront This Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2 to 3, is your last chance to experience the day-to-night cultural experience at Marina Quay West. Free and open to all. September 8, 2026 ](/news/public-pier-brings-food-music-dance-and-introduces-silo-nights-torontos-waterfront) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-10/CDCC25-Xinyi%20Tian.png?itok=xpzwLBfQ) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-10/CDCC25-Xinyi%20Tian.png?itok=xpzwLBfQ) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2026-10/CDCC25-Xinyi%20Tian.png?itok=j6l88zsF) ### 2027 Critical Distance Centre for Curators Projections Program Call for Artists OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers (CEAD) and Critical Distance Centre for Curators (CDCC) have partnered to co-create CDCC Projections Program Career Launcher. Four (4) to five (5) selected emerging artists will receive $690 to exhibit work in a single channel, projection-based screening program that will be displayed at the CDCC in March 2027. October 30, 2026 ](/index%2Ephp/news/2027-critical-distance-centre-curators-projections-program-call-artists) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-10/OCADU-NewsStory-NuitBlanche.jpg?itok=DHcbHk9B) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_large/public/2026-10/OCADU-NewsStory-NuitBlanche.jpg?itok=DHcbHk9B) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/latest_news_small/public/2026-10/OCADU-NewsStory-NuitBlanche.jpg?itok=qXdlbRBI) ### OCAD U’s Global Centre for Climate Action and EU bring large-scale art to Toronto’s Canada Malting Silos The Light and Melting Temporalities transformed the waterfront into a canvas for climate reflection. October 6, 2026 ](/news/ocad-us-global-centre-climate-action-and-eu-bring-large-scale-art-torontos-canada-malting) ![](/themes/custom/ocad/img/decor/ripped-paper-whitebg.png) rgb(0,0,0) ### The CLT Team Susan Ferguson, Director, Teaching and Learning Shannon Yip, Administrative Assistant Rakhi Dewan, Evaluation & Communications Specialist **Student Writing, Communication & Learning Support** Shahriar Mirshahidi, Manager, Student Writing, Communication & Learning Support Natasha Holmes, Coordinator, Student Learning Programs Stephanie Dayes, Lead, Co-Curricular & Peer Learning Programs Allison Brown, Learning Skills Specialist Hayley Hudson, Academic Integrity Specialist Phoebe Wang, Writing Consultant, Multilingual Student Support Megan Gregorchuk, Writing Consultant **Teaching Support & Curriculum Enhancement** Sarah Chu, Manager, Teaching Support & Curriculum Enhancement Tori Maas, Coordinator, Teaching Support Programs Travis Freeman, Curriculum Specialist, Quality Assurance & Enhancement Laura Thrasher, Educational Developer, Teaching Support & Accessible Pedagogies Adrienne Reynolds, Educational Developer, Teaching Support & Multilingual Pedagogies **Curricular Innovation Initiatives** Emilie Brancato, Manager, Curricular Innovation Initiatives Jackson Klie, Coordinator & Research Facilitator, Curricular Innovation Initiatives Ravinder Brar, Curriculum Specialist, Curricular Innovation ### Connect With Us **Email:** [**CLT@ocadu.ca**](mailto:CLT@ocadu.ca) **Social:** [**@ocadu\_clt**](https://www.instagram.com/ocadu_clt/%20)**;** [**@ocadu\_clt\_students**](https://www.instagram.com/ocadu_clt_students/%20) ### Visit Our Centre **Office location:** 113 McCaul St., Level 5, Room 510 (MCC 510)