In this self-directed 90-minute workshop, explore how humour can be a positive and effective messaging tool to help students recognize risks and concerns about (mis)using generative (gen)AI in your course. Engage with videos, polls, and forums to discuss genAI and humour, then access takeaway media resources to inspire your own in-class conversations with students about genAI. Register Here
In this session, we explore ways to deliver interactive lessons that engage students and support learning using some features of Teams best suited for teaching and learning. This session will introduce the essential features needed to Teaching using Teams, including creating and sharing meeting links, managing participants, sharing your screen, and monitoring breakout rooms. You’ll also become familiar with pulling...
Join this workshop to transform classroom dynamics with impactful strategies for the first three weeks and discover how to unleash your students' potential through dynamic teaching methods that foster engagement and build solid foundations. This workshop equips faculty with innovative techniques to set clear expectations, implement effective assessments, and establish meaningful connections with students. You will also learn to utilize...
Together, we will examine two changes to Conestoga's Evaluation of Student Learning Policy pertaining to the number and value of assessments in a course. With the spring course outline review process in mind, we will consider strategies for revising assessments to meet these new guidelines while promoting effective assessment strategies. Register Here
In this session, we explore ways to deliver interactive lessons that engage students and support learning using some features of Zoom best suited for teaching and learning. Learn tips and strategies for sharing Zoom links in eConestoga, pulling attendance lists, annotating and demonstrating on shared screens, supporting and monitoring breakout room, and recording your Zoon session. Register Here
Join this workshop to explore best practices for maintaining your eConestoga model course shells. This workshop will cover the technical considerations of the Dynamic Instructional Plan Tool, Interpreting the Essential Elements Scanner, preparing shells as part of the Course Readiness Project and pedagogical approaches to keep your course shells up-to-date, engaging, and effective. Register Here
In this workshop, we will use an intercultural lens to examine common classroom management challenges and consider practical tips for overcoming them. We will discuss strategies for circumventing potential attendance issues from day one; identify the 3 golden rules for successful classroom management (and how to uphold them!) while maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment; and review the role...
Interested in recording and sharing simple videos? In this session you will be introduced to Panopto, a tool that will allow you to record, caption, share, and conduct simple edits on your videos. Gain access to your Panopto account, and explore the features available to capture your screen and record informational videos using the platform. You will be shown where...
This session will get you started using Padlet, a versatile and simple teaching and learning tool. Try out Padlets designed for collaborating, organizing and discussing. Learn to embed and link in your courses, and leave with several examples to build from. Register Here
Get ready to talk to your students about Copilot (and AI use more broadly). In this workshop, we will consider different levels of integration of AI use, how to share our expectations, and questions that students might have. Faculty will take away ideas to communicate and reinforce an AI Statement of Use that can address course-relevant concerns. Register Here
You got an accommodation letter, and you’re sweating bullets. Will you be sued? Do you know what to do next? What if you mess up? What do accommodations mean for your work, anyway? Come to this workshop to learn about your obligations in the accommodation process, and get your questions directly answered by staff in Accessible Learning—your allies in the...
During this workshop, we will explore strategies for preparing the model course shell to equip faculty for successful teaching in their upcoming term. Our discussions will revolve around intentional course shell design and the utilization of tools aimed at fostering consistency and creating engaging learning environments for students. Additionally, we will examine teaching approaches that enable faculty members to personalize...
In this session, we explore ways to deliver interactive lessons that engage students and support learning using some features of Teams best suited for teaching and learning. This session will introduce the essential features needed to Teaching using Teams, including creating and sharing meeting links, managing participants, sharing your screen, and monitoring breakout rooms. You’ll also become familiar with pulling...
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