In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the steps to create flashcards. This interactive lets you build a visually appealing and simple knowledge check. Previous experience with H5P and/or completion of the Introducing the H5P Studio workshop is strongly encouraged. Required Preparation: Please come prepared with questions and answers created, and any images you might like to use (optional) Register...
This workshop will guide you through the principles and best practices for creating effective assessments in online courses. We will introduce how to design assessments that accurately measure achieved outcomes, promote engagement, and provide meaningful feedback. <a href="https://studentportal.conestogac.on.ca/StudentPortal/Default.aspx?mgid=0&smid=5&ssmid=0&Key=edv0520&CRSId=43569 ">Register for this workshop 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...
This workshop will explore strategies for creating strong, inclusive classroom communities through positive classroom management. We will focus on bridging the gap between high school and college classroom management techniques, and how to foster meaningful connections across cultures and build trust in a diverse classroom. Participants will explore techniques to connect with a diverse group of students and implement effective...
A good rubric or marking scheme can make all the difference for you and your students. Consider the possible impact on marking efficiency, fairness and consistency, and feedback for learners that a well-designed grading tool can offer. Join us to learn about key components of rubric and marking scheme design and how to incorporate these tools seamlessly into your eConestoga...
Make inquiry the heart of your interactive lessons with effective questions. In this workshop, we will discuss how to ensure your questions suit course outcomes and what kinds of questions prompt student answers. Together, we will create an easy-to-apply checklist for the questions we ask in class. We will also explore better alternatives to asking students if they “have any...
What motivates students to attend remote classes, whether live or asynchronous? What’s the difference between gaining students’ attention and earning their engagement? What are the signs and reasons for student disengagement? In this workshop, we will explore these questions and discuss strategies to promote engagement, build community, and ultimately support the retention of students who are continuously adapting to the...
This teaching basics workshop includes a) a brief introduction to aspects of marking submitted work such as short answer questions and written assignments using a pre-set rubric, b) a chance to match and assess steps to marking a complete class set of submissions c) an opportunity to practice marking a short answer using a rubric and and discuss with a...
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...
In this session, we will explore tools and strategies that we can use in Microsoft Teams to engage students in a variety of ways, while enhancing meeting security and accessibility. Investigate meeting settings, screen sharing strategies, and tools to manage and get the most out of breakout room, annotation and whiteboarding activities with your students. Register Here
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