In this introductory workshop, participants will explore the fundamental principles of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) also known as teaching and learning research. We'll examine the overall process for developing an impactful SoTL research project. Participants will learn how to transform their teaching-related inquiries into researchable questions and envision a project that helps them explore improvements and impacts...

This course will provide a high-level overview of using, understanding and interpreting Turnitin and its various features on eConestoga. During the two-hour workshop, participants will learn the best practice to set up Turnitin on their course shell, examine examples of similarity scores and understand the new AI detector. Register for this workshop here.

In this workshop, participants will explore strategies for supporting student learning in high-stakes end of term assessments, including final exams and major summative assignments. We will focus on small but meaningful practices faculty can introduce in their courses in the final weeks of term to prepare students academically for end of term assessments, while mitigating learner anxiety and cultivating strong...

In-class proctored tests and exams offer the opportunity to measure student learning in the moment, under observation. They can also present you with challenges upholding integrity and can cause uncertainty in responding in the moment if you suspect a student has cheated. In this workshop, we will explore options and scenarios for in-class proctoring of tests and exams, and discuss...

This workshop invites you to explore the potential for assumptions and biases to negatively impact grading practices. We will reflect on our own experiences, as well as look to the literature to support self-awareness. We will discuss proven practices in grading and assessment design that can work to mitigate challenges. Let’s come together to explore how we can begin to...