Internationally Known Keynote Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, and Teaching and Learning Consultant
Peter shares his expertise and passion for learning with educational institutions around the world. Recently, Peter facilitated over 60 presentations/seminars/institutes on student success, curriculum/program development, educational technology, and teaching and learning excellence at conferences and educational institutions around the world: University of California at Irvine, University of Queensland, University of Auckland, Georgia State University, University of Texas at Austin, University of Saskatchewan and many more. His most sought after seminar, “Enhancing Metacognition, Growth Mindset and Grit for Student Success,” focuses on his research: advanced learning models that support student success.
*University of Texas at Austin seminar recording: https://vimeo.com/199832707
A Distinguished Accolade: The 2023 Killam Teaching Prize
As an internationally-recognized scholar of teaching and learning in higher education, Peter has impacted the lives of countless students and educators through his educational leadership as the Founding Director of the Centre for Teaching and Learning, and his caring and compassionate approach in the classroom. In 2023, Peter received the 2023 Killam Teaching Prize.
A Catalyst for Change: Senior Scholarly Teaching Fellow
From February 2018 to November 2019, Dr. Arthur served as the Senior Scholarly Teaching Fellow for BCCampus. During this tenure, his influence rippled through the educational community, transforming practices.
A Global Educator: Visiting Fellow at the University of Queensland
In the spring of 2017, Dr. Arthur took his expertise across borders as a Visiting Fellow at the Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation at the University of Queensland. Here, he engaged with educational leaders, shared his wisdom through seminars, and delved into research on student success.
Crafting Tomorrow’s Education Today
Dr. Arthur’s passion extends to instructional design and curriculum/program development. In 2016/17, he forged an evidence-based process and spearheaded the creation of a groundbreaking degree program for a prominent Canadian Higher Education institution. His dedication also shines through in his facilitation of course design workshops and institutes, empowering educators to shape the future of education.
A Scholar and a Mentor
Beyond the stage and the boardroom, Dr. Arthur is a Professor of Teaching at the University of British Columbia School of Education and the College of Graduate Studies. Here, he creates learning environments in the realms of learning technology, assessment, instructional design, and the nuances of teaching and learning in higher education.
A Legacy of Excellence
From 2005 to December 2015, Dr. Peter Arthur served as the Founding Director of the University of British Columbia Okanagan’s Centre for Teaching and Learning. As Director, he championed a team dedicated to fostering teaching and learning excellence on the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus. His strategic vision built an evidence-based culture that continues to thrive.
Dr. Peter Arthur: The Educational Visionary Shaping Minds and Transforming Futures Globally.
Recent Keynote and Seminar Titles:
For Faculty
- “Cultivating Metacognition and Growth Mindset for Optimal Student Success”
- “Strategies for Achieving Academic and Life Excellence: A Comprehensive Approach”
- “Integrating Creative and Critical Thinking Pedagogies for Course Enhancement”
- “The Art and Science of Curriculum Design and Redesign”
- “Ensuring Authentic and Aligned Assessment Practices”
- “Mastering the Essentials of Effective Instruction”
- “A Reflective Journey: The Role of Critical Inquiry in Education”
- “Scholarly Inquiry in Teaching: Strategies for Excellence”
- “Harnessing Technology for Enhanced Learning: Student Perspectives”
- “Fostering Learning Networks and Leveraging Digital Content for Educational Advancement”
- “Essential Components for an Optimal Learning Environment”
- “Pedagogy of Caring: Nurturing a Supportive Educational Ecosystem”
For Students
- “Effective Strategies for Fostering Student Success”
- “Enhancing Student Learning Strategies for Academic Excellence”
- “Motivation Regulation: Mitigating Academic Procrastination for Higher Achievement”
- “The Transformative Role of Artificial Intelligence as an Educational Tool”
