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January 21 - From Compliance to Culture: Building a Sustainable Accessibility Strategy - As the Title II compliance deadline approaches, institutions must look beyond meeting minimum standards and focus on creating sustainable accessibility programs. This session will provide practical strategies for maintaining momentum after initial remediation efforts and embedding accessibility into course content, teaching practices, and organizational culture for long-term success. Hosted by: Anthology

January 21 - The Power of Reflective Moments - Tolu Noah will share practical strategies for applying UDL 3.0 Guideline 9 (Emotional Capacity) across modalities and disciplines. Sponsored by: Goodwin University

January 22 - Instructor Training for LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams - This training webinar is designed for instructors using LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor to maintain exam integrity in Blackboard, Brightspace, Canvas, Moodle, and Schoology. LockDown Browser prevents digital cheating during proctored exams, while Respondus Monitor uses webcams to deter cheating and verify student identity in non-proctored settings. The session will cover setup and use of both tools, the student experience, efficient review of monitoring data with features like Review Priority and timelines, and best practices for success. Attendees will also receive a recording link after the session. Hosted by: Respondus

January 27 - Boost Your Course: AI-Powered Interactive Learning with Brisk AI - Brisk Boost AI transforms everyday web resources, articles, videos, and slide decks, into interactive learning experiences in just a few clicks. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create engaging activities, personalized practice, and AI-powered discussions tailored to your course objectives. Whether you’re looking to spark debate, scaffold assignments, or support diverse learners, Brisk Boost AI provides practical tools to elevate teaching and learning. No prior AI experience required! 

What you’ll learn:
How to navigate and set up Brisk Boost AI for your courses
Strategies for turning online resources into interactive, student-ready activities
Time-saving tips for designing quizzes, debates, and exit tickets with AI
Practical applications to support engagement and critical thinking in higher education

Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

January 27 - AI in the Classroom: Practical Strategies to Enhance Learning and Protect Academic Integrity - Artificial intelligence is transforming education, but how do we harness its benefits while safeguarding academic integrity? This session, designed for college and university educators and administrators, will cover how to set clear policies, communicate expectations, and apply AI—including emerging Agentic AI—in ways that enhance rigor and engagement. You’ll leave with frameworks and examples you can adapt immediately to your own context. Hosted by: ACUE

January 28 - Engaging Students with Edpuzzle: A Quick Guide for College Faculty - Discover how Edpuzzle can enhance student engagement through interactive video lessons. Videos can already exist or be something you’ve created. This session will show you how to embed self-grading questions, track student progress, and make learning more interactive. You'll leave with the skills to create customized video content and use analytics to monitor student understanding. Whether teaching online or in-person, Edpuzzle is a valuable tool to boost engagement in any format!

What you’ll learn:

Understand the basics of Edpuzzle and its benefits for higher education
Learn how to create and customize interactive video lessons
Explore best practices for integrating Edpuzzle into your course material
Discover how to use analytics to track student engagement and understanding

Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

January 29 - Designing Accessible Digital Resources: ADA Title II Compliance Made Practical - This workshop takes a hands-on, faculty-centered approach to accessibility. We’ll focus on clear, repeatable best practices for making your teaching materials accessible from the start. What you'll learn:

Structure documents for accessibility by using proper headings, styles, and formatting rather than relying on bold or size alone.
Write inclusive text with plain language, meaningful link text (“Read the syllabus” instead of “Click here”), and appropriate reading levels.
Integrate accessible visuals by adding alt text for images, ensuring sufficient color contrast, and avoiding text embedded in graphics.
Build accessible Google Slides by using templates with built-in reading order, providing captions or transcripts for videos, and limiting dense text.
Check your work with built-in accessibility tools (Google Docs accessibility checker, Chrome extensions, etc.) to identify and fix issues quickly.

Through real-world examples, faculty will practice remediating sample Google Docs and Slides, compare accessible vs. inaccessible versions, and leave with ready-to-use strategies that support all learners. 

Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

January 30 - Foundations of Accessible Design: Student Success Through Digital Inclusion - This 90-minute session introduces faculty and staff to the practical steps that make digital course materials more accessible, more effective, and easier for students to navigate. While accessibility is part of �鶹��ý��վ’s commitment to meeting WCAG 2.1 expectations, the heart of this workshop goes beyond compliance — it focuses on creating learning experiences that reduce barriers, improve clarity, and support student success in every discipline. Through hands-on demonstrations in Word, PowerPoint, PDFs, and LMS pages, participants will learn simple, high-impact techniques they can begin using immediately. These strategies not only strengthen the accessibility of course materials but also make them more organized, consistent, and student-friendly. Attending this session will give faculty and staff the tools they need to align with �鶹��ý��վ’s accessibility goals, prepare materials for diverse learners, and confidently incorporate accessibility into everyday practice. Presented by: Laura M. Romeo, Ph.D., Director of Digital Learning Innovation, Scholarship, and Educational Services | Edge

February 3 - Boost Your Course: AI-Powered Interactive Learning with Brisk AI - Brisk Boost AI transforms everyday web resources, articles, videos, and slide decks, into interactive learning experiences in just a few clicks. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create engaging activities, personalized practice, and AI-powered discussions tailored to your course objectives. Whether you’re looking to spark debate, scaffold assignments, or support diverse learners, Brisk Boost AI provides practical tools to elevate teaching and learning. No prior AI experience required!

What you’ll learn:

How to navigate and set up Brisk Boost AI for your courses
Strategies for turning online resources into interactive, student-ready activities
Time-saving tips for designing quizzes, debates, and exit tickets with AI
Practical applications to support engagement and critical thinking in higher education

Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

February 4 - Discussion Boards That Don’t Suck - This webinar will explore why traditional discussion boards often fail to foster meaningful engagement in online learning and provide strategies to make them more effective. Participants will learn about common design pitfalls, discover practical and creative approaches to enhance interaction, and see examples and templates developed during the OLC Accelerate conference. By the end, educators, instructional designers, and administrators will leave with actionable ideas and fresh inspiration for creating discussion activities that promote deeper dialogue and valuable learning experiences. Hosted by: OLC

February 10 - Beyond PDF Remediation: Rethinking Document Accessibility in Higher Education - In this webinar, learn from accessibility experts on: What PDF remediation gets right — and where it consistently falls short. How blind users actually experience instructional and institutional documents. What the difference is between technical compliance and real usability. Which approaches institutions are testing beyond one-file-at-a-time remediation. Sponsored by CivicPlus and hosted by The Chronicle of Higher Education

February 11 - Fair Use in the Age of GenAI: Navigating Copyright Challenges in Educational Contexts - This webinar addresses the growing legal and ethical challenges of using generative AI in education, focusing on U.S. copyright law and the fair use doctrine. As AI tools become common for creating lesson materials, quizzes, and course content, educators face uncertainty about what is legally permissible, especially when outputs resemble copyrighted works or rely on data trained without permission. The session will review current court cases and federal guidance, offer practical strategies for developing institutional policies, and provide actionable resources such as checklists, rubrics, and sample language to help K–12, higher education, and professional training settings navigate AI use responsibly. Hosted by: OLC

February 12 - Designing Accessible Digital Resources in Canva: ADA Title II Compliance - Learn how to create clear, inclusive digital materials using Canva. In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore easy ways to design presentations, flyers, and documents that are readable and usable for everyone. You’ll practice using high-contrast colors, accessible fonts, alt text for images, and smart layout choices. By the end of the session, you’ll have ready-to-use templates and practical tips for making your digital resources more accessible to all learners. Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

February 13 - Innovative Educator Series - The One Where Everyone Has a Voice - Explore how instructor presence and asynchronous discussion tools in Blackboard Ultra can foster belonging, boost engagement, and support student success across online, hybrid, and face-to-face classrooms. Hosted by: Anthology

February 13 - Fix It Friday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and revise your Spring 2026 semester digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your course materials accessible. Hosted by: CTLD

February 13 - Navigating the Trap: Identifying and Avoiding Predatory Publishers - This engaging session helps researchers distinguish legitimate journal invitations from predatory publishing scams by building awareness of common exploitative practices in scholarly publishing. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, participants learn to recognize red flags, evaluate journal credibility, and understand the long-term impacts of predatory journals on individual careers and the research community. Designed for both new and experienced scholars, the session encourages open dialogue and shared experiences while offering practical strategies—such as assessing indexing and databases, reviewing peer‑review processes and editorial boards, and consulting librarians and colleagues—to support informed decisions and successful publishing in reputable journals. Presenters: John Young, CTLD Faculty Research Advisor; Cheyenne Riehl, Student Success Librarian; Zornitsa Kalibatseva, Associate Professor of Psychology

February 17 - How ChatGPT Turned My Final Exams Into AI-Powered Learning Labs - This webinar addresses the challenge of balancing academic integrity with AI’s growing presence in education by introducing a two-part final exam model. The approach combines a secure, closed-book assessment focused on foundational knowledge with an open-environment exam that allows students to use tools such as ChatGPT to tackle higher-order, real-world problems. By separating mastery from application, the model reinforces core learning while ethically integrating AI into assessment. Drawing on two years of practice and student survey data, the presenter shares evidence of increased student confidence, improved performance, and more transparent use of AI. Hosted by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)

February 17 - Perspectives on Childhood: a Conversation with the Authors - Twelve �鶹��ý��վ faculty and staff edited and co-authored this groundbreaking new textbook introducing the field of Childhood Studies. A panel of the authors will share about their writing process and what it was like to edit and publish this book. There will be an audience Q&A, book signing, cozy hot cocoa and cookies, and books on hand for purchase. Sponsored by: The Childhood Studies Minor

February 18 - Theory to Practice: Community Based Learning that Serves our Communities - Higher Education has a mandate to serve communities. The Evergreen State College uses Community Based Learning pedagogy to offer students meaningful learning that meets community needs.  Reciprocal work with local organizations is also an important outcome of the model. Psychology Capstone faculty will present best practices in the discipline for integrating consciousness- based interdisciplinary education and fieldwork.  Students will share their learning and experiences with integrating theory and practice with diverse community organizations.  The Public Service Center Director will frame this work in the larger commitment to campus-community partnerships for social justice.  Participants will gain tools to bring to other educational settings. Hosted by: Evergreen State College

February 18 - Boosting Productivity with AI Tools for Faculty & Staff - Discover how AI tools can enhance productivity in higher education! In this 1-hour webinar, you'll explore practical AI applications for streamlining tasks, managing workloads, and improving efficiency. From automating administrative work to enhancing communication and content creation, learn how AI can make your workday easier and more productive. We will survey some of the most popular tools being used today. What you’ll learn: Overview of AI productivity tools; Streamlining tasks and workflows; Practical examples for daily use. Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

February 19 - It Takes a Village… to Adopt a Platform Feat - the presenters will share firsthand stories from the field and proven best practices for outcomes mapping, evidence collection, faculty engagement, and implementing the right tools to support your goals. Presenters: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment and Nicole Soos, Assessment Management Coordinator

February 25 - Empowering Every Learner: Accessibility, AI, and Inclusivity with Mentimeter - Do you find it challenging to ensure that all learning materials are accessible to every student, regardless of their physical or learning disabilities? Are you seeking effective ways to foster an inclusive environment that accommodates the diverse backgrounds and needs of your students? Join us for a webinar led by Paula Canessa from Mentimeter. We’ll dive into practical tools and strategies to make your classroom more accessible and inclusive for every student. In this webinar, you will learn to: Implement Universal Design: Create accessible learning environments with Mentimeter’s core features; Engage Diverse Populations: Incorporate inclusive content and practices that reach every student; Master the "Accessibility Check": Use Mentimeter’s built-in tools to ensure your slides meet high standards for all learners; Bonus: Create faster with AI: I'll also show you how to use our new AI Menti Creator to build presentations in seconds, so you can spend less time on deck-building and analyzing data, and more time with your students. The session will be interactive, with a dedicated Q&A session. Can’t make it? No problem! We will send a recording to everyone who registers. Hosted by: Paula Canessa from Mentimeter

February 27 - Fix It Friday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and revise your Spring 2026 semester digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your course materials accessible. Hosted by: CTLD

March 2 - Let's Talk About Grading: A Book Club About Alternative Assessment - Explore with colleagues selected chapters from Ungrading: Why Rating Students Undermines Learning (And What to Do Instead), focusing on assessment practices that prioritize learning, reflection, and student agency. We will discuss key ideas, share questions, and workshop alternative assessments you can implement in your future teaching (across disciplines and modalities). Rather than advocating for a single assessment model, the book club emphasizes inquiry, experimentation, and reflection on how assessment can better align with learning goals, disciplinary norms, and institutional values. Facilitated by: Amanda Jones-Layman, Assistant Professor Organizational Leadership, LEAD Program, in coordination with Alaina Walton, Director Office of Academic Assessment

March 2 - Active Learning Strategies - After reading Active Learning Strategies, join the Zoom group to discuss the practical content, consider and implement ideas in courses, and discuss results with the book club members. A copy of the book will be provided. Facilitated by: Dr. Diane Laverty, Assistant Professor of Health Science

January 16 - Fix It Friday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Join us in the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and revise your Spring 2026 semester digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your course materials accessible. Hosted by: CTLD

September 4 - LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Protect the Integrity of Online Tests - This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

September 9 - Blackboard Ultra Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation - This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. Hosted by: Anthology

September 10 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

September 10 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

September 10 - Inside the Faculty Mind: Attitudes and Use of Digital and Open Materials - This second webinar in the Trends in Digital Learning and OER series explores the latest faculty perspectives on digital course materials, drawing from the May 2025 Higher Education Digital Course Materials survey by Bay View Analytics. Featuring new data and a panel discussion, the session will examine faculty attitudes toward digital versus print resources, including Open Educational Resources (OER), and how these views have shifted over time. With insights from over 35,000 participants across 13 surveys—and now expanded to include student perspectives—the findings offer a comprehensive look at evolving trends in digital learning, supported by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. Hosted by: OLC

September 16 - Navigating Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders - This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades, it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades. Hosted by: Anthology

September 17 - Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra - Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating of courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. Hosted by: Anthology

September 17 - Escape the Inaccessible: The Digital Escape Room About Inclusive Design - Looking for an engaging way to get faculty invested in accessibility efforts? Join us for our September QM Success Story, where presenter Heather Wire from the University of West Georgia will demonstrate how to use digital escape rooms to help faculty understand why accessibility is so important. These experiences can help illustrate the challenges and frustrations some learners face when they encounter online courses, fostering empathy towards learners with disabilities. Hosted by: Quality Matters (QM)

September 17 - LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Protect the Integrity of Online Tests - This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

September 17 - AI as a Teaching Assistant - Discover how AI tools can enhance productivity in higher education! In this 90 Minute webinar, you'll explore practical AI applications for streamlining tasks, managing workloads, and improving efficiency. From automating administrative work to enhancing communication and content creation, learn how AI can make your workday easier and more productive. We will survey some of the most popular tools being used today. Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

September 18 - PRC Prep Information Session - (Open to PRC members only) This workshop is designed for new and experienced PRC members and will focus on PRC procedures for the upcoming file review cycles. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science

September 19 - Innovative Educator Series - The One That Brought Learners Back - Student motivation is a top concern for today’s faculty, with 40% reporting a decline in classroom engagement. In this session, we explore how instructional design strategies and LMS tools can help reignite curiosity and connection. Drawing from the 2025 Anthology Faculty Survey, we’ll examine what faculty say is working, what they find frustrating, and how institutions can design digital learning environments that support sustained student motivation across all teaching modalities. Hosted by: Anthology

September 22 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

September 23 - Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard Ultra - Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Ally to help you learn and expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners. Hosted by: Anthology

September 24 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

September 26 - Exploring Campus-Based and External Writing Resources - In this workshop, we will explore writing resources for you both on and off-campus. You will learn of some resources that may help you in your writing journey, and we will discuss the role of FAWN in supporting you. This workshop is open to all faculty and staff who are working on writing and creative activity projects, including FAWN regulars and those just learning about us! We particularly encourage new faculty (tenure-track, NTTP, adjunct, and visiting) to attend so that we can help in building your �鶹��ý��վ networks. Presented by: Jess Bonnan-White, Professor of Criminal Justice

September 30 - Assessment 101: Smart Strategies that Work - Join us for an engaging webinar showcasing how diverse institutions are leveraging assessment practices for institutional improvement while also meeting Commission expectations. Examples from institutions will provide practical insights with action steps that you can consider to adopt more impactful assessment at your own institutions. Whether you are refining a well-developed assessment process or just getting started, this session delivers actionable strategies you can scale and adapt, no matter your institution’s size or mission. Sponsored by: The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

September 30 - LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Protect the Integrity of Online Tests - This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

October 1 - Blackboard Ultra Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation - This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. Hosted by: Anthology

October 1 - AI in Assessment: Enhancing Integrity, Equity, and Innovation in Digital Learning - AI is reshaping how assessments are designed, delivered, and protected in online and hybrid learning environments. In this live webinar, Heather Medley (Instructional Designer, South Plains College) and Paul Morales (CISO, Honorlock) will share hands-on strategies and real-world higher education examples for using AI to strengthen assessment integrity, encourage originality, and support equitable learning, while also addressing risks of misuse and privacy concerns. Sponsored by: Honorlock and OLC

October 2 - Boost Your Course: AI-Powered Interactive Learning with Brisk AI - Brisk Boost AI transforms everyday web resources, articles, videos, and slide decks, into interactive learning experiences in just a few clicks. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create engaging activities, personalized practice, and AI-powered discussions tailored to your course objectives. Whether you’re looking to spark debate, scaffold assignments, or support diverse learners, Brisk Boost AI provides practical tools to elevate teaching and learning. No prior AI experience required! Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

October 3 - Designing Accessible Digital Resources: ADA Title II Compliance Made Practical - This workshop takes a hands-on, faculty-centered approach to accessibility. We’ll focus on clear, repeatable best practices for making your teaching materials accessible from the start. Presenter: Michelle Wendt, SRI&ETTC Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

October 6 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

October 7 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

October 8 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

October 8 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

October 8 - Cultural Considerations and Student Mental Health - This workshop will help faculty and staff better understand how culture influences the ways students express psychological distress, cope with adversity, and seek support. Drawing from research on cross-cultural psychopathology and culturally sensitive interventions, the session will highlight: Cultural variations in depression and other common mental health concerns, including differences in how symptoms are expressed and communicated; barriers to treatment and stigma that may prevent students from accessing mental health services, especially among first-generation and racially/ethnically diverse populations; culturally relevant factors such as family conflict and cohesion, self-construal, and loss of face that can affect students’ well-being and academic success; practical strategies for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, including communication approaches, classroom practices, and referrals that acknowledge students’ cultural backgrounds. Presenter: Dr. Zornitsa Kalibatseva, Associate Professor of Psychology

October 14 - Grant Budgeting - The purpose of this workshop is to provide attendees with an overview of how to prepare a competitive and compliant grant budget. Factors that play a role in successful budgeting will be discussed.   Specifically, the workshop will address what investigators need to know about how budgeting can impact both the scope and impact of your project. Hosted by: The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

October 15 - Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra - Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating of courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. Hosted by: Anthology

October 15 - Maximizing Collaboration with Online Tools for Faculty & Staff - In this webinar, explore how online tools can enhance collaboration and streamline sharing among faculty and staff. Learn strategies to improve teamwork, share resources efficiently, and manage projects seamlessly in both remote and in-person environments. Discover practical ways to boost productivity and foster effective communication using digital collaboration platforms. Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

October 16 - Creating Inclusive Digital Learning Environments with Anthology Ally - Join this webinar to explore how Anthology Ally for LMSs and Ally for websites can help your institution tackle today’s accessibility challenges and prepare for evolving regulations, including ADA (Title II updates), Section 508, and UK public sector accessibility requirements. Discover how Ally empowers institutions to create inclusive learning experiences and accessible digital content for all learners—regardless of background, needs, or preferences. Hosted by: Anthology

October 17 - Blending Creative Nonfiction and Scholarly Writing - This workshop will offer strategies for using creative nonfiction techniques in scholarly pieces. Looking at genres such as autoethnography and autotheory, participants will consider the rhetorical effectiveness and necessity of bringing their lived experiences into research. This workshop will also provide space for writers to discuss the larger issues they face in making their work feel relevant and meaningful not only for audiences but also for themselves. Presented by: Jimmy Hamill, Assistant Professor of Writing and First Year Studies

October 18 - FAWN Writing Boot Camp - Boot camps allow participants to write in a distraction-free, structured environment. You should bring your writing project and writing supplies (laptop, paper, notes, etc.). We cannot always provide food, so bring drinks, snacks and lunch (unless otherwise noted below). You can join us virtually using Zoom. We will email the Zoom link to all registered participants. The FAWN Blackboard course page also has the Zoom link.  Hosted by: FAWN

October 20 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

October 21 - Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard Ultra - Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Ally to help you learn and expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners. Hosted by: Anthology

October 21 - Institutional Research & Effectiveness Pop-In Sessions - The Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness is hosting two virtual pop-in sessions this term. If you’ve ever wondered about the role their office plays at the institution, have a quick question about institutional data, need help interpreting information, or simply want to connect, they invite you to join them during the scheduled session times. No appointment necessary! Hosted by: Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness

October 22 - Better questions, better learning: Spark deep thinking with Mentimeter - In session, the presenter will explore how the quality of classroom questions directly shapes the depth of student learning. Participants will learn practical strategies for crafting questions that stimulate critical thinking, engagement, and retention—covering what to avoid, how to align questions with Bloom’s Taxonomy, and what makes a question “brain-friendly.” The session also introduces new Mentimeter features, including a chat-based editor that helps refine questions in real time. Whether teaching large lectures or small seminars, faculty will leave equipped with tools to ask better questions that lead to more meaningful answers. Hosted by: Mentimeter

October 22 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

October 23 - Strategic Design for Engaged Online Learning - This session explores how online learning environments can evolve beyond basic compliance and content delivery to foster meaningful student engagement. Featuring insights from three seasoned academics, the discussion highlights how intentional course design combined with community-focused technology can enhance participation, build deeper connections, and ease faculty workload. Attendees will gain practical strategies and real-world examples of reimagined discussions, authentic peer learning, and sustainable engagement practices applicable across online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats. Sponsored by: Yellowdig and OLC

October 24 - Engaging Students with Edpuzzle: A Quick Guide for College Faculty - Discover how Edpuzzle can enhance student engagement through interactive video lessons. Videos can already exist or be something you’ve created. This session will show you how to embed self-grading questions, track student progress, and make learning more interactive. You'll leave with the skills to create customized video content and use analytics to monitor student understanding. Whether teaching online or in-person, Edpuzzle is a valuable tool to boost engagement in any format! Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

October 24 - GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT CHAMPIONS - Global Engagement Champions: serve as advocates for Education Abroad and International Student campus-wide, can answer “Frequently Asked Questions” for students and families regarding Study Abroad, help reduce barriers, perceived barriers, and provide solutions to achieve a global education, help increase the number of students involved in High Impact Practices, especially in high-retention groups such as BIPOC, FirstGen, Military Affiliated, and more, and receive a physical badge to display in their office. Hosted by: The Office of Global Engagement

October 28 - Igniting and Inspiring Institutional Innovation: Workforce Development and Project-Based Mentorship - Join us for a timely conversation about innovative, work-based learning practices in higher education to transform opportunities for students at your institutions. Panelists will share how Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) partners institutions and industries to embed entrepreneurship into curricula and offer students applicable skills and industry connections that prepare them for the workforce. Sponsored by: The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

October 29 - Blackboard Ultra Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation - This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. Hosted by: Anthology

October 29 - Sprinkles of Surprise and Delight: Bringing Joy and Play into Higher Ed - This session explores how incorporating joy and play—key elements of the UDL guidelines under Multiple Means of Engagement—can enhance teaching, learning, and assessment in higher education. Participants will use both analog and AI tools to create engaging, surprising experiences that foster connection, creativity, and community. Through games and hands-on activities, the session aims to reintroduce playful learning into traditionally rigid academic environments using readily available tools. Hosted by: UDL Goodwin University

October 31 - Five Paths to Leadership - Who are you as a leader? Learn how to apply effective strategies in your program, classroom, and other roles. Sponsored by CTLD & offered by Academic Impressions

November 3 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

November 4 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

November 5 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

November 5 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

November 5 - GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT CHAMPIONS - Global Engagement Champions: serve as advocates for Education Abroad and International Student campus-wide, can answer “Frequently Asked Questions” for students and families regarding Study Abroad, help reduce barriers, perceived barriers, and provide solutions to achieve a global education, help increase the number of students involved in High Impact Practices, especially in high-retention groups such as BIPOC, FirstGen, Military Affiliated, and more, and receive a physical badge to display in their office. Hosted by: The Office of Global Engagement

November 6 - NTTP/Part-time/XIII-O and D - This workshop is designed for NTTP, XIII-D, XIII-O, and part-time faculty and will focus on the file construction process necessary for annual reviews. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative, and Ellen Kraft, Professor of Business Analytics

November 6 - From Policy to Practice: Navigating the New Federal Digital Accessibility Rules for Higher Education - In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice issued new regulations under Title II of the ADA requiring public colleges and universities to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards for digital accessibility by April 24, 2026. This session outlines what the regulations mean for higher education and offers practical steps to prepare, including auditing, planning, training, remediation, and continuous improvement. It also addresses common challenges such as legacy content and decentralized content creation, and provides strategies and resources to help institutions build a sustainable culture of digital inclusion and meet the compliance deadline. Hosted by: OLC

November 7 - AI Discovery Lab: Prompt Engineering - Join us in-person to explore the world of Generative AI in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. This session will focus specifically on prompt engineering and how well-written prompts can yield high-quality results. Participants are encouraged to come with questions, lesson plans or course materials they would like to develop. Facilitator: Abigail Laird, Instructional Designer

November 10 - Range Adjustment - The session is designed for faculty who are interested in learning more about the procedures and file construction process for range adjustment. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative, and Ellen Kraft, Professor of Business Analytics

November 10 - GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT CHAMPIONS - Global Engagement Champions: serve as advocates for Education Abroad and International Student campus-wide, can answer “Frequently Asked Questions” for students and families regarding Study Abroad, help reduce barriers, perceived barriers, and provide solutions to achieve a global education, help increase the number of students involved in High Impact Practices, especially in high-retention groups such as BIPOC, FirstGen, Military Affiliated, and more, and receive a physical badge to display in their office. Hosted by: The Office of Global Engagement

November 10 - Active Learning: A Practical Guide for College Faculty - Join the group to discuss the practical content, consider and implement ideas in courses, and discuss results with the book club members. A copy of the book will be provided. Facilitated by: Dr. Diane Laverty, Assistant Professor of Health Science

November 11 - Navigating Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders - This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades, it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades. Hosted by: Anthology

November 11 - Second Year File Construction & Faculty Plan (By invitation only) - The session is designed for second year faculty and will focus on file construction and making any necessary modifications to your faculty plan. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative

November 12 - Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra - Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating of courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. Hosted by: Anthology

November 12 - Strategies for Facilitating Deliberative Dialogue in the College Classroom - Facilitator Adam A. Smith will bring together a panel of education experts—Zack Ritter, MEd, MA, PhD; Laurie Pendleton, EdD (ACUE); and Rosina H. Bolen, PhD—to share practical strategies for helping students engage in thoughtful, respectful conversations around complex and sometimes contentious topics. Hosted by: ACUE

November 13 - Anthology Digital Teaching Symposium - Join fellow educators from around the globe for the Anthology Digital Teaching Symposium 2025, a free, one-day virtual event on November 13 focused on advancing digital teaching and learning in higher education. Now in its ninth year, the symposium offers a dynamic space for faculty to explore innovative practices, exchange ideas, and discover new strategies for creating engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning experiences. Through peer-led sessions, participants will gain insights into how technology is being used to meet the evolving expectations of today’s learners. Whether you're seeking practical tools, fresh perspectives, or meaningful connections, DTS 2025 delivers a full day of interactive learning designed to support your professional growth and well-being. Key takeaways include new approaches to feedback and assessment, actionable teaching strategies, inclusive course design techniques, and a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping digital pedagogy. Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect, collaborate, and thrive in the future of higher education. Sponsored by: Anthology

November 14 - Beyond Checklists: Cultivating a Culture of Meaningful Student Learning Outcomes Assessment for Sustainable Impact - This session explores Georgia Tech’s approach to meaningful outcomes assessment, highlighting the role of the Institute’s Assessment Committees, authentic assessment of student work, and a robust evaluation framework. Learn how the Institute Assessment Council and its rubric foster engagement, build assessment literacy, and shift campus culture from compliance to continuous improvement. Hosted by: The California Outcomes & Assessment Coordinator Hub (COACHes)

November 14 - Instructor Training for LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams -  This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

November 17 - Institutional Research & Effectiveness Pop-In Sessions - The Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness is hosting two virtual pop-in sessions this term. If you’ve ever wondered about the role their office plays at the institution, have a quick question about institutional data, need help interpreting information, or simply want to connect, they invite you to join them during the scheduled session times. No appointment necessary! Hosted by: Office of Institutional Research & Effectiveness

November 17 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

November 17 - Fifth Year Tenure & Promotion File Construction (By invitation only) - The session is designed for fifth year faculty and will focus on file construction. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative, and Ellen Kraft, Professor of Business Analytics

November 18 - Perspectives from PI’s: Grant Writing and Management Forum - Grant funded investigators and project managers will share their experiences with writing and managing grant funded programs. They will share their experiences and what has worked for them as well as what best practices they have learned along the way. Utilization of the forum format will allow audience members to also take part in the open Q&A discussion portion of the event. Panelists will include: Michael Cagno, Executive Director, The Noyes Museum of Art; Dr. Christine Ferri, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director, �鶹��ý��վ Center on Successful Aging
Dr. Anna Pfeiffer-Herbert, Associate Professor of Marine Science

November 18 - Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard Ultra - Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Ally to help you learn and expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners. Hosted by: Anthology

November 19 - Third Year File Construction - The session is designed for third year faculty and will focus on file construction. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative, and Ellen Kraft, Professor of Business Analytics

November 19 - HelioCampus - You’re invited! All faculty are welcome to join us for an in-person HelioCampus training session this fall. It’s a great chance to learn the platform, ask questions, and connect with colleagues. Hosted by: Dr. Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

November 19 - Embracing Intersectionality in STEM Education Through UDL - This session explores the new UDL 3.0 framework in emphasizing the "who" of learning by authentically integrating diverse identities. Hosted by: UDL Goodwin University

November 20 - Make the Deadline: Digital Accessibility and ADA - In this session, faculty will learn about the upcoming Title II compliance deadline for all Digital items/files and how to utilize the Blackboard Accessibility Report to identify and fix issues relating to non-compliance. Presenter: Dennis Fotia, Instructional Specialist

November 21 - Introduction to Zotero - In this workshop, you will be introduced to Zotero's key features that can help you save and organize your research sources. Learn how to set up Zotero, save sources, and create a bibliography in your preferred citation style. Prior to the workshop, you will be asked to download the free Zotero app onto your computer. Presented by: Cheyenne Riehl, Student Success Librarian/Instructor in the Library and Jess Bonnan-White, Professor of Criminal Justice

November 22 - FAWN Writing Boot Camp - Boot camps allow participants to write in a distraction-free, structured environment. You should bring your writing project and writing supplies (laptop, paper, notes, etc.). We cannot always provide food, so bring drinks, snacks and lunch (unless otherwise noted below). You can join us virtually using Zoom. We will email the Zoom link to all registered participants. The FAWN Blackboard course page also has the Zoom link.  Registration is not necessary, though it does help us plan and offer you reminders and words of encouragement. Please show up and join us for any and all days, for all of the time or part of the time. Hosted by: FAWN

November 24 - Fourth Year File Construction - The session is designed for fourth year faculty and will focus on file construction. Facilitated by: Kerri Sowers, Professor of Health Science, CTLD Tenure & Promotion Faculty Fellow and SFT representative, Meg White, Professor of Education, and James Avery, Professor of Political Science

December 2 - Instructor Training for LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams - This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

December 3 - Blackboard Ultra Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation - This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. Hosted by: Anthology

December 4 - Designing GenAI Literacy Experiences in Blackboard - Gamified, Flexible, Impactful - The presenters will create a GenAI literacy course built entirely in Blackboard®, featuring a gamified, three-level learning pathway that enhances understanding of generative AI concepts and applications. The session will explore how Blackboard’s native tools—such as assignments, release conditions, groups, and enrollment methods—enabled two successful delivery formats: a six-hour in-person event and a four-day online asynchronous experience. Attendees will gain insights into the pedagogical framework, see how dynamic learning pathways were designed, and learn practical strategies that drove strong engagement and completion rates across both formats. Sponsored by: Anthology

December 5 - Learning Outcome Taxonomies: Inextricably Imperative? Terribly Tedious? - The session will focus on learning outcomes taxonomies and frameworks, offering a brief historical overview and discussion of theoretical grounding. Five taxonomies of learning will be the focus of the talk: Bloom’s Taxonomy (1956); Bloom’s Taxonomy, Revised (2001); The S.O.L.O. Taxonomy (1982); Fink’s Taxonomy (2003); and Marzano’s New Taxonomy (2007). Exploring comparable elements of each, the session will consider how the taxonomies can inform the work of assessment professionals, faculty planning, and student learning experiences. To conclude, the session will consider higher education’s continuous quality imperative, the impact of the application of outcome frameworks, and offer attendees the opportunity to ask questions and discuss. Sponsored by: California Outcomes Assessment Coordinators Hub (COACHes)

December 9 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

December 9 - Artificial Intelligence + Human Intelligence = Better Learning by Design - This session explores how higher education can integrate artificial intelligence with human insight to design smarter, more inclusive, and sustainable learning experiences. This free webinar will feature experts in instructional design and academic strategy discussing practical strategies for combining AI efficiency with human expertise. Attendees will learn about AI-supported workflows that save faculty time while maintaining rigor, frameworks for building AI literacy among students and instructors, and ethical guardrails to uphold academic integrity while fostering innovation. Sponsored by: Six Red Marbles. Hosted by: The Chronicle of Higher Education

December 10 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

December 12 - Fix It Friday: Make Your Course Materials Accessible - Join us on the Main Galloway campus or via Zoom for focused work time to audit and revise your Spring 2026 semester digital course materials to meet Title II accessibility standards. Colleagues will be available to offer guidance as you work on making your course materials accessible. Hosted by: CTLD

December 12 - Talking Assessment: Big-Picture Insights and What Actually Works - The authors of Assessment 101 in Higher Education lead a discussion on what quality assessment looks like, offer practical tips for success, and explore how evolving forces may shape the future of assessment. Sponsored by: California Outcomes Assessment Coordinators Hub (COACHes)

AI for Literature Reviews and Data Analysis (postponed) - Join us for an overview of AI and how it can be used in literature reviews and data analysis. This session will serve as a primer, covering broad topics and providing practical tips for getting started. Presenter: Abigail Laird, Instructional Designer

December 16 - Leadership Development Program - Participation is for faculty participants of the Leadership Development Program. This is an opportunity to participate in a discussion on the application of your leadership skills at �鶹��ý��վ. Facilitated by: Kathy Klein, Executive Director of the Center for Teaching & Learning Design.

December 16 - Grading Cafe; December 17 & 18 - Bootcamp with Benefits! - Faculty and staff members, if you are looking for some company (and food) while you grade, or focused writing time to prioritize your scholarship / creative activity, please join us at the following upcoming FAWN events! As always, our events are open to any �鶹��ý��վ faculty (including Full-time tenure-track or tenured faculty, NTTP faculty, Visiting faculty, and Adjunct faculty) and staff working on grading (for the Grading Cafe) or scholarship / creative activities (for the Bootcamp with Benefits days). 

December 17 - - This 90-minute session introduces faculty and staff to the practical steps that make digital course materials more accessible, more effective, and easier for students to navigate. While accessibility is part of �鶹��ý��վ’s commitment to meeting WCAG 2.1 expectations, the heart of this workshop goes beyond compliance — it focuses on creating learning experiences that reduce barriers, improve clarity, and support student success in every discipline. Through hands-on demonstrations in Word, PowerPoint, PDFs, and LMS pages, participants will learn simple, high-impact techniques they can begin using immediately. These strategies not only strengthen the accessibility of course materials but also make them more organized, consistent, and student-friendly. Attending this session will give faculty and staff the tools they need to align with �鶹��ý��վ’s accessibility goals, prepare materials for diverse learners, and confidently incorporate accessibility into everyday practice. Hosted by: NJEdge

December 17 - Beyond Checklists: Broadening Access Discussions with Usability - In this session, we’ll discuss how to align the “why” of the classroom with the “how” in presenting information, show some general guidelines to approach course materials design, and discuss what to do when the answers aren’t as simple as a checklist. Conversations and approaches to accessibility can often get stymied in compliance language or overwhelmed regarding adapting course materials to support all learner needs. A more successful frame is usability. How can we make materials broadly usable for everyone, including faculty? Are we being transparent about the purpose of what we’re doing in the classroom and the documents, images, slides, and websites to support those activities? Sponsored by: UDL Goodwin University

May 19 - Refreshing Your Research Agenda - This session will explore ways to prioritize research post tenure, midcareer and beyond. As the end of the semester is approaching, the transition into summer offers an opportunity for renewed focus on research. Whether you’re restarting a paused project, shifting your scholarly direction, or simply seeking new momentum, this interactive session will offer space to reflect, plan, and connect with colleagues facing similar transitions. The session will provide strategies to organize research projects and rely on active participation to identify challenges and solutions. Facilitator: Zori Kalibatseva, CTLD Research Fellow

May 20 - Pre-Award A to Z: A Guide to Getting Started - The purpose of this workshop is to provide attendees with an overview of what investigators need to know before planning to prepare a grant submission.   Specifically, the workshop will address specific pre-award processes and procedures.  Aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about research grants, this workshop addresses what you need to do (and what to avoid) when it comes to submitting a grant proposal. Hosted by: ORSP

May 20 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

May 21 - Navigating Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders - This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades, it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades. Hosted by: Anthology

May 20 & 21 - May Bootcamp with Benefits! - Our speaker, Dr Katherine Firth, has been developing research writers for over 15 years. A co-founder of the award-winning Thesis Bootcamp program, she maintains a writing blog Research Degree Insiders. She is a Senior Lecturer in Research Education Development at La Trobe University. Katherine is co-author of the books How to Fix your Academic Writing Trouble (Open University Press 2018), Your PhD Survival Guide (Routledge 2020) and Level Up your Essays (New South 2021). Her new book is Writing Well and Being Well for Your PhD and Beyond (Routledge 2023). https://katherinefirth.net/

May 20th, “Physical Wellbeing Focus” - Atlantic City Campus Scarpa Academic Center, Room 311

9am-12noon workshop presentation
1pm-3pm consultations and/ or bootcamp

May 21st, “Positive and Balanced Approaches to Writing” - Hammonton Campus Educational Center

9am-12noon workshop presentation
1pm-3pm consultations and/ or bootcamp
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May 22 - Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra - Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating of courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. Hosted by: Anthology

May 27 - Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard Ultra - Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Ally to help you learn and expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners. Hosted by: Anthology

May 28 - Leveraging AI for Accessible and Inclusive Learning: Practical Strategies for Diverse Learners - AI is transforming education by enabling more inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning experiences. This webinar will provide educators with practical strategies for leveraging AI to support diverse learners, particularly those with visible and invisible disabilities. Attendees will explore AI-powered tools for generating accessible content, enhancing assessment practices, and ensuring representation of diverse perspectives. Through case studies and hands-on demonstrations, participants will gain actionable insights and a curated toolkit to immediately implement AI-driven solutions that foster inclusivity in digital learning environments. Hosted by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)

May 28 - LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Protect the Integrity of Online Tests - This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use. Hosted by: Respondus

May 30 - Academic Program Chair Leadership Series - Reflection: Assessing Your Leadership & Goals - Facilitated by: Christine Tartaro, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Criminal Justice, Chair, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Program, Director, �鶹��ý��վ CSI Summer Camp and CTLD Leadership Faculty Fellow.

May 30 - Using AI to Generate Engaging Course Content - This is a webinar for educators and instructional designers. It will unveil key strategies for creating compelling online course content, focusing on storytelling, multimedia integration, and the application of learning theories. Discover how to leverage Custom GPT for personalized learning scenarios and image AI tools for captivating visuals. Hosted by: QM. Presented by: Lisa Byrnes, Instructional Designer, Penn State World Campus

June 3 - Blackboard Ultra Essentials for Instructors: Exploring Course Structure and Content Creation - This webinar is focused on providing an overview of the Ultra course structure and to understand how to include a variety of content types, including documents, presentations, images, knowledge checks, and videos. Learn how to add content that supports your course objectives and enhances the learning experience for all learners through consistent structure and navigation. Hosted by: Anthology

June 4 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

June 4 - Beyond a Checklist: Authentic Learner Interactivity and Assessment in the Age of AI - As AI-generated content grows, maintaining meaningful student engagement is more challenging than ever. This session explores QM-based strategies to foster authentic interaction, leverage AI and third-party tools effectively, and address academic integrity concerns. Gain practical insights to enhance engagement in online learning. Hosted by: Quality Matters (QM) 

June 5 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

June 10 - Navigating Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders - This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades, it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades. Hosted by: Anthology

June 11 - Smart Course Creation: Leveraging AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra - Join us for this exciting webinar focused on how the AI Design Assistant can assist you in your approach to Blackboard course creation or updating of courses. This session will explore how the AI Design Assistant can support and enhance your course development process by offering tailored suggestions, streamlining workflows, and adding engaging learner activities. Hosted by: Anthology

June 12 - Inclusive Design in Action: Maximizing Accessibility in Blackboard Ultra - Join our accessibility specialists to review common accessibility issues while working with digital content in online learning. We will be analyzing why these issues are so crucial, exploring tips for creating more accessible content, and using Ally to help you learn and expand access to more inclusive content. Now is a great opportunity to review your course materials and activities to ensure maximum engagement for all learners. Hosted by: Anthology

June 12 - Scaling Success and Belonging: Digital Strategies to Address Persistence in Online Learning - In this session, the presenters will share how their institutions are addressing persistence challenges through scalable, student-centered digital strategies. Drawing from both research and on-the-ground experience, they will highlight ways to foster engagement, community, and academic persistence in fully online and hybrid learning environments. Hosted by: InScribe

June 13 - Refreshing Your Research Agenda Post-Tenure - If you missed the earlier session on May 19, I am offering this session again in June. This session will explore ways to prioritize research post-tenure, midcareer and beyond. As the end of the semester is approaching, the transition into summer offers an opportunity for renewed focus on research. Whether you’re restarting a paused project, shifting your scholarly direction, or simply seeking new momentum, this interactive session will offer space to reflect, plan, and connect with colleagues facing similar transitions. The session will provide strategies to organize research projects and rely on active participation to identify challenges and solutions. Facilitator: Zori Kalibatseva, CTLD Research Fellow

June 17 - Developing Your Research Agenda: A Workshop for First-Year Faculty (By invitation only) - The goal of this workshop is to assist faculty in developing their own research agenda, a systematic framework for their research and scholarly activities. Developing and following a research agenda is an important developmental milestone that demonstrates intellectual and professional maturity in the lifecycle of a scholar/researcher. Researchers can benefit greatly from developing a research agenda since it is more effective and cost-efficient to employ an integrative, coherent agenda with studies that are logically related rather than to design individual studies in isolation. Designing your research agenda will enable you to increase your scholarly activities and research productivity. Facilitators: Dr. John W. Young (CTLD Faculty Research Advisor) and Dr. Zori Kalibatseva (CTLD Faculty Research Fellow).

June 17 - AI and Microcredentials - In this session, the presenter discusses how AI microcredentials are reshaping education and workforce development. As demand for AI skills grows, these short, stackable credentials—offered online, through employers, and on some college campuses—provide flexible pathways for students and professionals to enhance their career readiness. Learn how AI microcredentials can benefit workers across industries, reduce time to degree completion, and offer new opportunities for colleges and employers to collaborate in preparing the future workforce. Hosted by: The Chronicle of Higher Education.

June 17 - Optimizing Online Learning: Bridging UDL, Cognitive Load Theory, and Usability - Online instructors often face the challenge of refining their teaching strategies to better engage and support learners. This webinar, led by Kent State University’s Amy Grincewicz, Ph.D., explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) can enhance online lecture design, making learning more effective and inclusive. Participants will gain insights into key principles of these frameworks and practical strategies for applying them to improve lecture usability. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your instructional approach—register now for the free QM Success Story webinar, which includes live captioning. Hosted by: QM Quality Matters

June 23 - Universal Curriculum Design - Create a Clear Framework That Improves Learning For All Students - This session addresses the disconnect between traditional curriculum models and the diverse learning needs of Gen Z, the first "neuro-majority" generation, where over 50% identify as neurodivergent. Led by an expert in disability and neurodiversity inclusion, the webinar introduces Universal Curriculum Design (UCD) as a proactive, mainstream approach that moves beyond standardized teaching models. Faculty will explore real-world applications of UCD, learning strategies to increase engagement, support cognitive diversity, and enhance student success through flexible learning formats, action-oriented feedback, and inclusive instructional design. Hosted by: PaperClip Communications

June 24 - Blackboard Ultra Assessments Simplified: Training for Instructors and Course Designers - This webinar is structured to explore how to effectively set up and manage assessments within a Blackboard course. Instructors will gain knowledge and skills on how to use assignments, rubrics, and tests to evaluate learner performance and engagement. By the end of his webinar instructors will understand how to leverage assessments to enhance the learner's experience in their courses. Hosted by: Anthology

June 25 - Streamlined Grading in Blackboard Ultra: Best Practices for Educators - This webinar explores the grading process and the methods to make it easier than ever to grade learners’ work. In Blackboard, instructors can provide feedback, post grades, and check the originality of a learner’s work with ease. Instructors can provide audio and video feedback to the learner, helping them understand areas of their work that may need some attention. Join us in this informative session on how to use Blackboard’s grading tools to make your online teaching experience more efficient and less time consuming. Hosted by: Anthology

June 26 - Navigating Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: Tips for Instructors and Course Builders - This webinar is designed to introduce you to the power of Blackboard’s gradebook. The Gradebook is more than just a location to record learners’ grades, it is an interactive tool that allows instructors to utilize the different views to filter, sort, and access data, calculate grades, and monitor student progress. Join this session to learn the basics of efficiently managing your learners’ work and grades. Hosted by: Anthology

July 3 - Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra - In this session, we’ll explore the modern Ultra Course View and walk through everything you need to confidently make the switch. Learn how to preview your existing course in Ultra, request a development section for experimentation, and copy course content with ease. We'll demystify the transition from Original to Ultra and guide you through the sleek new interface, highlighting features designed to enhance accessibility, streamline navigation, and improve student engagement. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

July 9 - Call Us Irresponsible: Designing Online Curricula for the AI Era - This webinar explores a transformative approach to course design, integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance student problem-solving and digital skills. Attendees will see how AI tools can enrich assignments like discussion posts and quizzes, followed by an introduction to a redesigned Bloom’s Taxonomy model (Hardman, 2024). A hands-on design sprint will help participants develop assessments that embed LLMs into learning experiences, providing practical strategies they can apply immediately. Join us in rethinking AI’s role in online education! Hosted by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)

July 10 - Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra - In this session, we’ll explore the modern Ultra Course View and walk through everything you need to confidently make the switch. Learn how to preview your existing course in Ultra, request a development section for experimentation, and copy course content with ease. We'll demystify the transition from Original to Ultra and guide you through the sleek new interface, highlighting features designed to enhance accessibility, streamline navigation, and improve student engagement. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

July 14 - AI Discovery Lab - Join us in-person to explore the world of Generative AI in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Participants are encouraged to come with questions, lesson plans or course materials they would like to develop. Facilitator: Abigail Laird, Instructional Designer

July 15 - Effective Course Design & Organization: Course Mapping & Student Learning Outcome Alignment - This interactive Zoom session introduces course mapping as a tool for organizing and enhancing your course(s). Participants will learn how to develop clear, measurable student learning outcomes and align them with course materials, learning activities, and assignments/assessments. Through interactive learning activities and collaborative work, participants will leave with practical tools to improve course design and organization in a manner that supports student success. Participants should have access to the syllabus (or planning document) for one of their courses to work on during this session. Presenter: Dr. Kathy Klein, Executive Director of CTLD & Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy

July 15 - 17 - Edpuzzle Summit - Connect with educators from across the globe at the Edpuzzle Summit 2025, an immersive online experience. This year, you’ll also get an exclusive first look at exciting new features coming to our platform. Don’t miss out – register now for free! Hosted by: EdPuzzle

July 23 - Providing Accessible Course Materials with Blackboard Ally - Learn to use the Blackboard Ally tool available in Blackboard Ultra to generate alternative document formats critical for individuals with disabilities using screen readers or other assistive technology. Alternate formats allow course materials to meet a variety of student learning preferences and needs. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

July 24 - Stress-Free Course Policies: Supporting Student Learning & Easing Anxiety Without the Extra Work - This webinar explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL)-based course policies can reduce student anxiety while maintaining instructor workloads. Drawing from student survey data, the session highlights two key strategies: flexible late-work submissions, which lower stress even when rarely used, and multiple assignment formats, which support diverse learners while streamlining grading. Faculty will gain insights into student-reported stressors and practical approaches for fostering low-stress, high-agency learning environments. Hosted by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)

August 5 - Engaging Online & Hybrid Learners: Using Custom GPTs to Facilitate Interactive Learning Experiences - This webinar explores the challenges faced by "Accidental Asynchronous Learners"—students who prefer synchronous learning but must participate asynchronously due to constraints. These learners often struggle with high transactional distance and low autonomy, leading to feelings of isolation. The session highlights how Generative AI tools, particularly custom-built GPTs, can bridge these gaps by simulating interactive learning experiences, fostering engagement, and providing flexible support. By positioning AI as a thinking partner rather than a replacement, educators can empower students to navigate asynchronous environments more effectively and develop essential skills for an AI-driven world. Hosted by: Online Learning Consortium (OLC)

August 12 - Getting Started with Blackboard Ultra - In this session, we’ll explore the modern Ultra Course View and walk through everything you need to confidently make the switch. Learn how to preview your existing course in Ultra, request a development section for experimentation, and copy course content with ease. We'll demystify the transition from Original to Ultra and guide you through the sleek new interface, highlighting features designed to enhance accessibility, streamline navigation, and improve student engagement. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

August 13 - Education Abroad Champions! - The Office of Global Engagement is offering a new opportunity for our campus partners to become official Education Abroad Champions! Attend our fun, interactive workshop to complete this training. You will learn: the various styles, providers, and academic processes required for students to complete education abroad programming; the “Frequently Asked Questions” and answers students and families commonly ask when consulting education abroad programming; the common barriers, perceived barriers, and solutions for students interested in participating in educational abroad programming; the Via TRM program, pre-departure orientation formatting, how to initiate a consultation with students interested in education abroad programming
how to transfer students to OGE staff for final “Education Abroad 101” Orientations. At the end of this training, you will receive our unique Global Ed Champion magnet to display in your office! We look forward to working with you to bring these life-changing opportunities to our students! Hosted by: The Office of Global Engagement

August 14 - Building Your Course in Blackboard Ultra: Adding Content with Confidence - Ready to start building your course in Blackboard Ultra? This session will guide you through the process of adding and organizing course content in the Ultra Course View. You’ll learn how to create learning modules, upload files and media, embed links, and structure your course in a way that supports student engagement and success. We’ll also cover tips for streamlining your workflow and maintaining a clear, accessible layout. Whether you're starting from scratch or updating existing materials, you'll leave this session with the skills and confidence to design a well-organized Ultra course. Presenter: Abigail Laird, Instructional Designer

August 14 - Fall 2025 Adjunct Faculty Orientation

August 21 - Managing the Gradebook in Blackboard Ultra - The Blackboard Ultra Gradebook is a great tool for tracking grades and providing feedback to students about their performance and learning. You'll learn how to use it to record and calculate grades, provide comments, and customize the Gradebook for easier use. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

August 21 - Enhance Your Course with AI: Practical Ways to Use the OLC Course Review Assistant - Kick off the new term with a more polished and engaging course by joining this hands-on faculty webinar. Learn how to use the GPT-powered OLC Course Review Assistant to make immediate, high-impact improvements to your course design and teaching practices. From refining syllabi and schedules to enhancing assignment instructions and rubrics, this session offers practical strategies, real examples, and time-saving prompts to elevate your course quality and better support student success. Hosted by: OLC

August 26 - Blackboard Ultra Event - Anthology, the creator of Blackboard Ultra, will be on campus Tuesday, August 26 (after the SFT workshops), partnering with the Center for Teaching & Learning Design (CTLD) to host an interactive, hands-on session. Join us to explore Ultra, discover powerful new tools, and begin building your courses with expert guidance! Hosted by: Anthology and Center for Teaching & Learning Design (CTLD)

August 27 - Fall 2025 New Faculty Orientation: Faculty Welcome

January 15 - New Faculty Session on Zoom - (By invitation only) This session for newly hired faculty will provide information and resources to prepare for the Spring semester and a career at �鶹��ý��վ. Faculty orientation resources are available on the CTLD website. Facilitator: Dr. Kathy Klein, CTLD Executive Director

January 16 - Providing Accessible Course Materials with Anthology Ally - Accessibility is crucial because it ensures all learners can access and benefit from educational materials, fostering inclusivity. It helps �鶹��ý��վ comply with legal requirements and enhances the learning experience for everyone. Additionally, it broadens the reach of educational content and reflects a commitment to equity and respect for all individuals, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Prioritizing accessibility leads to better usability and a more effective, engaging learning environment for all students. Learn how Anthology Ally, integrated in Blackboard, helps determine the accessibility of course materials with guidance to improve accessibility.  Additionally, Ally generates alternative document formats beneficial for all students but critical for individuals with disabilities. Presenter: Roberto Castillo, Senior Instructional Specialist

January 17 - Organizing Course Content for Asynchronous/Online Delivery in Blackboard - In this session participants will review effective strategies to organize and provide course content and resources in Blackboard for students to access in asynchronous/online courses. Presenter: Dennis Fotía, Instructional Specialist

January 21 - QM Success Stories - Incorporating Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) into Course Design and Delivery - Join Jennifer Davis for a free QM Success Story, where you’ll discover actionable strategies that seamlessly integrate RSI principles into course components and leave with a personalized plan for leveraging RSI in your online courses. Presenter: Jennifer Davis, Instructional Designer at the University of Cincinnati Online

January 21 - MSW Program Session on Zoom - Customized training for MSW faculty by invitation only.  If your program or faculty group is interested in specialized training with the CTLD, please contact the CTLD (provide our contact information). Facilitator: Dr. Kathy Klein, CTLD Executive Director

January 24 - Academic Program Chair Leadership Series - Program Assessment & Growth. For current Program Chairs and Coordinators. Facilitated by: Christine Tartaro, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Criminal Justice, Chair, Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Program, Director, �鶹��ý��վ CSI Summer Camp and CTLD Leadership Faculty Fellow.

January 24 - Setting up & Managing the Blackboard Grade Center - The Blackboard Grade Center is a great tool for tracking grades and providing feedback to students about their performance and learning. You'll learn how to use the Grade Center to record and calculate grades, provide comments, and customize the Grade Center for easier use. Presenter: Dennis Fotía, Instructional Specialist

January 25 - FAWN Writing Boot Camp - Boot camps allow participants to write in a distraction-free, structured environment. You should bring your writing project and writing supplies (laptop, paper, notes, etc.). We do not provide food, so bring drinks, snacks and lunch. You can join us virtually using Zoom. We will email the Zoom link to all registered participants. The FAWN Blackboard course page also has the Zoom link. Registration is not necessary, though it does help us plan. Please show up and join us for any and all days, for all of the time or part of the time. Hosted by: FAWN

January 27 - Save Time Creating and Grading Course Materials with Brisk Ai - Streamline your course material creation and save valuable time. Learn how to harness the power of Brisk AI to automate and simplify the process of developing instructional content. Learn practical tips and strategies for integrating AI into your workflow. No prior experience with AI tools is necessary!

What you will learn:

How to navigate and utilize Brisk AI’s features 
Strategies for automating lesson and resource creation 
Time-saving tips to streamline course development and grading practices 
Practical applications for enhancing your teaching

Presenter: Michelle Wendt, Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

January 28 - HelioCampus Training for Chairs/Coordinators (Option1) - The Office of Academic Assessment is pleased to announce that we are ready to move our assessments and annual reporting to HelioCampus, our assessment management software platform! Chairs/Coordinators are invited to attend this session. Presenter: Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

January 29 - Hands-on Building AI Powered Assessments You Can Take Back to the Classroom - Generative AI has become a welcome accelerator for many educators and instructional designers as they build and deliver their courses. And yet, the adoption of AI has been hampered by issues like hallucinations, lack of control, and difficulty sharing AI knowledge among teams. In this session, John Swope will share a hands-on workshop on building AI-powered "MicroApps" as a way to share specific AI tools with tighter controls and more predictable outputs, and examples of how those tools can be leveraged for the classroom.

In this session, you will learn about:

Ways to build instructor-guided, AI powered apps for education like MCQ generators, writing feedback tools, and scenario-based learning.
How AI-powered apps are different from Chatbots or GPTs, and when to use each.
Open source tools for building and sharing AI-powered apps.
By learning about real-world examples, educators and instructional designers can be inspired to build custom tools for their teams that can accelerate course development and provide novel learning experiences.

Presenter: John Swope, Director of Online Instructional Innovation, St. George's University

January 29 - When the Learning Gets Tough: UDL to Support Effort and Persistence - This session will explore how the UDL Guideline: Sustaining Effort and Persistence offers considerations to optimize challenge and support, and to foster belonging and collaboration. We will explore the theory behind this UDL guideline, a little brain science, and concrete actions educators can take in their courses to support effort and persistence so that "when the going gets tough," students get what they need to engage in meaningful learning. Presenter: Allison Posey, Learning Designer and Research Specialist

January 31 - Writing for Engaging Public Audiences - Part I - FAWN Two-Part Workshop - As scholars in our field, we’ve developed valuable skills in carrying out research, putting that research in conversation with the literature, and sharing our findings with other academics–but how might we reach audiences beyond the conferences and journals of our home disciplines? Our research has relevance beyond the readership of our scholarly journals–but it’s not always easy to know how to translate our work for readers who don’t share our disciplinary background. This two-part workshop will present strategies for sharing our research with public audiences in venues like The Conversation, Slate, newspapers, and more.

This workshop will address three areas:

Shaping your focus: what’s interesting and relevant about your work for a general audience? (and is there a news hook?)
Adjusting your writing style and making your research accessible to an interested but non-expert audience
A brief introduction to the mechanics of publishing in popular venues, including how to pitch essays and op-eds and how to identify editors and publications that are a good fit for your work
In this first session, we’ll look at some sample essays and venues and brainstorm ideas for our own articles. In between sessions, participants will do some more research and identify an editor or venue they’d like to write for.

You’ll leave this two-part workshop with brainstormed ideas for how to shape a recent scholarly project into one or more essays or op-eds, strategies for how to identify target editors and publications, and resources to help you continue this work beyond the conference.

Presented by: Nancy Reddy, MFA, PhD, Associate Professor of Writing and First Year Studies |

February 3 - HelioCampus Training for Chairs/Coordinators (Option 2) - The Office of Academic Assessment is pleased to announce that we are ready to move our assessments and annual reporting to HelioCampus, our assessment management software platform! Chairs/Coordinators are invited to attend this session. Presenter: Alaina Walton, Director of Academic Assessment

February 5 - New Faculty Session I - This session is intended for first year faculty only. Presenter: Dr. Kathy Klein, Executive Director, Center for Teaching & Learning Design

February 5 - Getting Researchers Started with Cayuse Human Ethics - The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs is committed to enhancing the IRB submission process with our current system, Cayuse Human Ethics. This session is designed to help researchers become familiar with the system. Join us to learn how to effectively navigate Cayuse Human Ethics and get the latest details on accessing and using the system. Presenter: Britny Dileo, IRB Administrator, Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

February 5 - HelioCampus Drop-in Hours - Program chairs/coordinators are invited to stop by for individual and group training on HelioCampus, �鶹��ý��վ's assessment management software platform.

February 5 - Engaging Students with Edpuzzle: A Quick Guide for College Faculty - Discover how Edpuzzle can enhance student engagement through interactive video lessons. Videos can already exist or be something you’ve created. This session will show you how to embed self-grading questions, track student progress, and make learning more interactive. You'll leave with the skills to create customized video content and use analytics to monitor student understanding. Whether teaching online or in-person, Edpuzzle is a valuable tool to boost engagement in any format!

What you’ll learn:

Understand the basics of Edpuzzle and its benefits for higher education 
Learn how to create and customize interactive video lessons 
Explore best practices for integrating Edpuzzle into your course material 
Discover how to use analytics to track student engagement and understanding

Presenter: Phil Polsinelli, Assistant Director/Southern Regional ETTC

February 6 - Coffee Thursday - Generative AI in the Classroom - What is all the fuss about Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Both compelling and concerning, AI is the hot topic of the year! Join the conversation that is sweeping not only Higher Education, but the nation, as we navigate this unchartered territory with an open mind and an intension to maintain the integrity of the human mind's work. Hosted by: CTLD

February 6 - HelioCampus Drop-in Hours - Program chairs/coordinators are invited to stop by for individual and group training on HelioCampus, �鶹��ý��վ's assessment management software platform.

February 6 - Beginner Canva (Free Version) - Unlock your creativity with Canva! This beginner-friendly workshop will teach you how to make the most of Canva’s free version to create eye-catching designs for your classroom, business, or personal projects. Learn how to use free templates, graphics, fonts, and other tools to design newsletters, presentations, social media posts, and more—all without needing a paid subscription. Perfect for educators,  or anyone looking to enhance their design skills with a powerful yet accessible tool.

What you will learn:

How to navigate Canva’s free interface and tools 
Using free templates to jump-start your designs 
Customizing designs with free elements, images, and fonts 
Practical tips for creating newsletters, flyers, and social media graphics 
Downloading and sharing your designs for various uses

Presenter: Michelle Wendt, Technology Integration Specialist & Adjunct Faculty

February 6 - New Faculty Session II - This session is intended for first year faculty only. Presenter: Dr. Kathy Klein, Executive Director, Center for Teaching & Learning Design

February 6 - First Day Magic? Effective Teaching Practices for Faculty to Start Strong - Does your approach to the beginning of a new academic term rely upon magic to pull it off, or is there intentional design behind it? In this focused session, faculty certified in ACUE’s Framework share their approach to the start of the semester and how it has evolved over time—including what’s worked and what hasn’t. Plus, take a deep dive with ACUE’s Chief Academic Officer, Penny MacCormack, PhD, into how ACUE’s new course Effective Teaching 101: Starting the Semester Strong equips you with evidence-based teaching practices that ensure you set the stage for student success in EVERY term…so you don’t have to pull a rabbit out of a hat. Hosted by: ACUE

February 7 - The Innovative Educator Series - The One Where AI Transforms Teaching - This is one of three sessions where you’ll gain practical tools to enhance accessibility, harness the power of AI for personalized learning, and captivate students in online and hybrid environments. Join this session to explorer the transformative power of AI in education. This webinar features two thought-provoking presentations:

The Impact of Using AI in Blackboard to Enhance Faculty Teaching Experience by Sara Ibrahim (Bowie State University) highlights how AI tools within Blackboard Ultra improve teaching effectiveness and elevate student outcomes.
AI Automation for Academic Projects with No-Code Options by Szymon Machajewski (University of Illinois Chicago) introduces instructors to Perplexity.ai, a no-code AI agent for academic projects. Participants learn to create AI-powered educational resources without programming skills to complement Blackboard Ultra’s course AI tools. The session covers Perplexity's key features, including academic journal search capabilities, video analysis, and content sharing.
Discover practical strategies and innovative tools to revolutionize your teaching practices and drive meaningful engagement in the classroom.

Hosted by: Anthology

February 13 - Turnitin: Creating and Grading Assignments - Turnitin is a plagiarism detection tool that may be used to improve student writing. Turnitin is also a robust grading tool that may save faculty time grading student work. Participants will learn how to create a Turnitin Assignment, access student papers, review for similarity and grade papers using Turnitin’s QuickMarks. Presenter: Dennis Fotía

February 14 - Writing for Engaging Public Audiences - Part II - As scholars in our field, we’ve developed valuable skills in carrying out research, putting that research in conversation with the literature, and sharing our findings with other academics–but how might we reach audiences beyond the conferences and journals of our home disciplines? Our research has relevance beyond the readership of our scholarly journals–but it’s not always easy to know how to translate our work for readers who don’t share our disciplinary background. This two-part workshop will present strategies for sharing our research with public audiences in venues like The Conversation, Slate, newspapers, and more.

This workshop will address three areas:

Shaping your focus: what’s interesting and relevant about your work for a general audience? (and is there a news hook?)
Adjusting your writing style and making your research accessible to an interested but non-expert audience
A brief introduction to the mechanics of publishing in popular venues, including how to pitch essays and op-eds and how to identify editors and publications that are a good fit for your work
In this second session, we’ll draft pitches. (A pitch is the short proposal you often write to an editor instead of drafting the whole piece. We’ll also talk about when to pitch, and when to go ahead and write your whole piece.)

You’ll leave this two-part workshop with brainstormed ideas for how to shape a recent scholarly project into one or more essays or op-eds, strategies for how to identify target editors and publications, and resources to help you continue this work beyond the conference.

Presented by: Nancy Reddy, MFA, PhD, Associate Professor of Writing and First Year Studies |

February 22 - FAWN Writing Boot Camp - Boot camps allow participants to write in a distraction-free, structured environment. You should bring your writing project and writing supplies (laptop, paper, notes, etc.). We do not provide food, so bring drinks, snacks and lunch. You can join us virtually using Zoom. We will email the Zoom link to all registered participants. The FAWN Blackboard course page also has the Zoom link. Registration is not necessary, though it does help us plan. Please show up and join us for any and all days, for all of the time or part of the time. Hosted by: FAWN

February 26 - Connecting UDL Principles with QM Standards for Maximum Student Engagement - This workshop explores the practical integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with the Quality Matters (QM) Rubric to enhance course accessibility, engagement, and inclusivity. Participants will learn how to align UDL guidelines with