The Office of the Dean for Undergraduate Education supports initiatives that encourage creative curriculum development, improve teaching skills and techniques, and enrich the learning experience.

Educational innovation

MIT would not be among the world’s leading universities if it did not innovate in education. Throughout its history, the Institute has pioneered teaching tools and methods —

  • from foundational texts and courses in physics, chemistry, and electrical engineering;
  • to the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP);
  • to freshman learning communities like Terrascope and the Experimental Study Group (ESG);
  • to new courses like “Learning from the Past: Drama, Science, Performance.”

As part of its commitment to enhancing the undergraduate educational commons, MIT has established these priorities in the area of educational innovation:

  • Pioneer new teaching methods and tools;
  • improve teaching skills and techniques;
  • maintain intellectual rigor while adapting to a transformed world; and
  • encourage creative curriculum changes.

To discuss a special gift to support educational innovation at MIT, please contact Diana Henderson, dean for curriculum and faculty support, Office of the Dean for Undergraduate Education, at dianah@mit.edu or 617.253.5147.

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