Teaching Roundtable Program
Williams College’s Teaching Roundtable Program enables faculty to collaboratively discuss pedagogy and observe each other’s teaching in supportive, small groups to enhance teaching practices.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline for spring semester, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 salary supplement per participant, plus up to six reimbursed group lunches; incentive available up to three times per individual.
Summary: Supports faculty collaboration and pedagogical development through small group discussions and classroom observations in a non-evaluative setting.
Description
The Teaching Roundtable Program, administered by the Rice Center for Teaching at Williams College, is designed to foster the exchange of ideas about effective teaching among faculty. Participants are organized into small, self-governed groups—typically of four—that meet regularly throughout the semester to discuss pedagogy and observe each other’s teaching styles. The program emphasizes collegiality, open dialogue, and the development of teaching practices in a supportive, non-evaluative environment. The ultimate aim is to build lasting professional relationships and enhance the overall teaching culture at Williams College.
