Services and resources for Teaching Assistants
From training to technology to awards, TLSS supports TAs in a variety of ways.
Introducing Microsoft Copilot
A personal AI companion
Microsoft Copilot is an AI tool designed to assist faculty members. It utilizes generative AI to help instructors save time by creating lesson plans, quizzes, rubrics, and other class resources while also providing personalized learning support for students.
How to get started: Watch our one-minute video showing how to use Copilot or learn more about the features and benefits Copilot at uOttawa. You can also learn more about the tool the Microsoft website.
List of services and resources
Teaching Assistant (TA) orientation
New to being a TA? Returning for a second year or term and want to get reacquainted? Get oriented to key technologies, services and best practies—and connect with your fellow TAs.
Certificate in University Teaching
The Certificate in University Teaching for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows is geared to those wishing to apply for teaching positions.
Excellence Award for Teaching Assistants
This award, offered yearly to three exceptional TAs, honours exceptional contributions to teaching and learning.
Teaching technologies
From creating and sharing content to engaging and assessing students, TLSS delivers and supports the core teaching technologies that you will use as a TA in your course.
Training and events
The TLSS offers a full slate of training activities for instructors on teaching technologies, pedagogical strategies and more. TAs are welcome to attend all events.
Learning spaces and equipment (IT website)
Get familiar with state of the art technology in 280 registrar classrooms. Technology includes built-in cameras, auto-calibrated microphones, simplified touchscreen podiums, and instant integration with Brightspace, Teams and Zoom.