Transformative Teaching Initiative (TTI)
Status: The 2025 TTI cohort has concluded but we hope to offer TTI again in 2026 and will solicit nominations for a future cohort in the spring. Self-nominations will be welcome.
About TTI
The Transformative Teaching Initiative (TTI) is a professional learning experience for Methods instructors that integrates inquiry with primary sources into teacher preparation courses. The program blends online learning with an in-person capstone experience and leverages the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) program.
What Participants Experienced (2025 Cohort)
- Six free online synchronous sessions focused on inquiry with primary sources, instructional design, and supporting diverse learners.
- A 2.5-day in-person workshop at the Library of Congress to deepen learning and collaboration.
- No cost to participants. The TPS Eastern Region covered a three-night hotel stay and reimbursed travel and meals at the Federal Per Diem Rate.
Note: These supports reflect the 2025 cohort and are provided here as a reference for future planning; specific details for a future cohort may vary.
Who Should Participate
Instructors eager to explore new strategies for engaging future teachers—especially those new to the Library of Congress TPS Program—are encouraged to apply for a future cohort. Final selection prioritizes diversity in:
- Geographic location
- Size and type of academic institution
- Academic disciplines
- Grade focus
2025 Session Topics & Dates (Completed)
Online, 5:00–6:30 p.m. ET
- May 15, 2025 — Orientation to the Course and the Library of Congress
- May 22, 2025 — Introduction to Inquiry with Primary Sources
- May 29, 2025 — Instructional Design
- June 5, 2025 — Critical Considerations: Source Selection and More!
- June 12, 2025 — Supporting Diverse Learners
- June 26, 2025 — Bringing It All Together: Mentorship & Peer Review of Course Products
In-person capstone
- July 28–30, 2025 — Library of Congress (2.5-day workshop)
Express Interest / Nominate
If funding is secured for a 2026 TTI cohort, a call for nominations will be issued in the Spring.
For additional information or questions contact Barbara Kirby, Project Director for Teaching with Primary Sources at Waynesburg University, at bkirby@waynesburg.edu or (724) 852-3388.
Content created and featured in partnership with the TPS program
does not indicate an endorsement by the Library of Congress.