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About the CTRL

Our Mission

Vision

The Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning (CTRL) at Carlow University fosters dialogue, scholarship, innovation, and excellence in learner-centered teaching, creating new environments where every student can thrive.


Mission

The CTRL is a community that supports and promotes inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices. We facilitate the development of vibrant, challenging, and reflective learner-centered experiences by

  • Creating a culture of commitment to learner-centered practices, reflection about teaching, and continuous improvment.
  • Coordinating activities to support excellence in teaching.
  • Providing support for course planning and instructional design, pedagogical development, and educational technology.
  • Communicating the importance of teaching and learning and promoting policies to support and reward high-quality teaching.
  • Supporting the scholarship of teaching and learning.