Cornell University grants support curriculum redesign in art, psychology and environmental studies
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Last updated: October 28, 2026
Cornell University has launched a new initiative involving two-year postdoctoral fellowships to support curriculum redesign. This effort focuses on integrating active learning strategies into coursework across three distinct academic departments: art history, psychology, and environmental studies.
- The 2026-28 Active Learning Initiative grants commenced this fall, with each of the three participating departments receiving funding for one teaching postdoctoral fellow. These fellows are tasked with revamping existing courses to incorporate more engaging and participatory pedagogical methods.
- The goal of this initiative is to transform traditional teaching approaches into more dynamic learning experiences. The Center for Teaching Innovation at Cornell is overseeing the implementation and support of these postdoctoral fellowships, aiming to foster innovative curriculum development that benefits students across these key disciplines.
