Welcome to the Academy of Master Teachers
About Us
The UTMB Academy of Master Teachers, established in 2007, is an honorary service organization to recognize Master Teachers and to provide an array of faculty development opportunities for all UTMB Faculty, including an annual Faculty Development Day, annual Education Symposium, education grand rounds, journal club, innovation grants, mentoring and consultations. Membership is by application and selection against a set of standards. Members serve five-year terms and may be honored with the designation as University of Texas Distinguished Teaching Professors.
Mission Statement
The Academy of Master Teachers is an inter-professional community serving UTMB through the promotion of educational excellence.
Vision Statement
The Academy of Master Teachers will propel UTMB to a national and global reputation for excellence in Biomedical and Health Professions education.
AMT Faculty Development Day
Presenter: Luanne E. Thorndyke, MD, FACP
Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Professor of Medicine; University of Massachusetts Medical School
(Note: Both of the following workshops are being presented each session)
Workshop#1: The Art and Style of Interpersonal Communication: Graceful Self-Promotion
Session Objectives: At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills to leave a positive and memorable impression.
- Explore styles of interacting with others and within an organization to enhance one's visibility and leadership presence.
- Learn and utilize tools for presenting one's accomplishments with confidence and integrity.
Workshop #2: Utilizing Temperaments to Enhance Your Leadership Capabilities
Session Objectives: At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discover one's personal style; learn about other temperament styles.
- Understand how temperament affects work in groups and reactions to others.
- Demonstrate the value of diversity in teams and organizations.
- Utilize this strategic approach to strengthen leadership effectiveness.
Friday, December 1, 2017
Open Gates
Two sessions | Limited seating
Morning Session: 8 am – 11:30 am
OR Afternoon Session: 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Registration Fee: $60
Register: Click here.
Educator of the Month - September 2017
Ralph William Noble, III, MD
Clinical Professor, Pediatrics, School of Medicine
Each month the Advocacy Team selects an educator who was nominated by their students or residents to recognize their outstanding efforts in the educational arena at UTMB. The nominee for Educator of the Month for September 2017 is Dr. Ralph Noble in the Department of Pediatrics. His nomination clearly demonstrates the high regard Dr. Noble’s learners have for his teaching and mentoring. Our congratulations to Dr. Noble on this achievement!