CTL Faculty Liaison's Monthly - Message #11

By increasing awareness of available tools, faculty can explore the potential for technology - enriched learning to enhance their content, strengthen communication, and deepen student learning.

The Technology Tool Finder was developed by eLearning Design and Services in collaboration with UITS Knowledge Services, User Experience Office, Collaboration Technologies, Center of Excellence for Women in Technology, and Campus Teaching and Learning Centers.  

For more information,visit the following website: https://toolfinder.iu.edu/ 

Wednesday, January 8 | 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Online - Zoom
Register » Organizer: Kimmaree Murday and Presenters: Madeleine Gonin, Cordah Robinson, and Zihang Shao

In this webinar, offered by the Centers for Teaching & Learning, we will explore and discuss the structure of Canvas, IU’s learning management system. The presentation will give instructors an understanding of the interactivity of Canvas tools and how that influences the way courses are set up.  You will learn how to

• share your syllabus
• create and grade assignments 
• communicate with your students
• get to know your students
• effectively use Canvas for teaching

This event aligns with the following IUSM Academy of Teaching Scholars program competencies: Instructional Technology (IT).

Wednesday, January 22 | 12 noon - 1 p.m. | Online - Zoom
Register » Organizer: Anusha S Rao and Presenters: Jessica Alexander, Anusha S Rao, and Andi Strackeljahn

Have you had a student involved in academic misconduct in your class and are unsure how to address the situation?  In this webinar, participants will learn about the different types of academic misconduct and how to handle them. We will also discuss strategies to avoid academic misconduct by being proactive when designing course policies and assessments and leveraging Canvas tools to promote academic integrity in your course.

This webinar is part of the Center for Teaching and Learning’s online mini-workshop series focused on foundational teaching skills, Teaching@IUPUI. Designed for new faculty, adjunct faculty, graduate students, and those looking for a refresher on good teaching practices, the webinars are short, with a brief presentation interspersed with opportunities for interaction and questions. Grounded in current research, the workshops address various teaching topics and provide participants with strategies and resources to make instruction more effective, efficient, and enjoyable. Sessions are scheduled with the time of semester in mind, to keep topics relevant for faculty needs at that time.

This event aligns with the following IUSM Academy of Teaching Scholars program competencies: Instructional Strategies (IS), Instructional Technology (IT).

Wednesday, January 22 | 3 - 4:30 p.m. | Campus Center 450A
Register » Organizers: Center for Teaching and Learning, Institute for Engaged Learning, Division of Undergraduate Education and Presenter: Various

Please join us for our inaugural Celebration of Teaching and Engaged Learning.  This event will recognize faculty and staff who have participated in sustained professional development during the 2018-2019 academic year that resulted in a change to a course or experience that increased student engagement, learning, and success. Their efforts have had an important and meaningful impact in elevating the importance of effective teaching and student engagement at IUPUI. Chancellor Paydar will offer welcoming remarks at 3 p.m. followed by distribution of recognition pins to honorees and a light reception with drinks and appetizers.

Thursday, January 30 | 12 noon - 1 p.m. | Online - Zoom
Register » Organizer: Andi Strackeljahn and Presenters: Kimberly Arnold, Nate Pairitz, and Meghan Porter

Have you heard about Kaltura but aren't sure why or how you might use it in your course? IU Bloomington's Kim Arnold and Meghan Porter will share how they use Kaltura paired with Doceri to create annotated lectures and review videos that are highly used and valued by their students. Kim and Meghan will also discuss how their use of these technologies has afforded greater interactivity during class and created a more equitable course. Following the discussion of their courses, Nate Pairitz of Collaboration Technologies will demonstrate how to use Kaltura to create media for your courses.

Jointly planned and sponsored by the teaching and learning centers across all Indiana University campuses, the Teaching with Technology Faculty Showcase webinar series is designed to inform and inspire. Each session features IU faculty who are using technology to increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes. During the first 20-30 minutes of these one-hour sessions, the presenter(s) will describe and illustrate how they use specific technologies to achieve instructional goals. The remaining time will be used for more in-depth exploration of the featured technologies. Instructors of all ranks from all IU campuses are welcome to participate in Teaching with Technology Faculty Showcase (TTFS) webinars. 

This event aligns with the following IUSM Academy of Teaching Scholars program competencies: Instructional Technology (IT).

Friday, January 31 | 12 noon - 1 p.m. | Online - Zoom
Register » Organizer: Jessica Alexander and Presenters: Jessica Alexander and Michele Hansen

IUPUI’s student body has become increasingly diverse over the past several years. Given this increase in the diversity of our students, it is critical that we consider our students’ backgrounds and experiences and how that can impact their academic experiences. In this webinar, you will discuss the diversity of IUPUI’s students, reflect on the diversity of students in your courses, and identify resources you can use to inform your teaching.

This webinar is part of the Center for Teaching and Learning’s online workshop series focused on foundational teaching skills, Teaching@IUPUI. Designed for new faculty, adjunct faculty, graduate students, and those looking for a refresher on good teaching practices, the webinars are short, with a brief presentation interspersed with opportunities for interaction and questions. Grounded in current research, the workshops address various teaching topics and provide participants with strategies and resources to make instruction more effective, efficient, and enjoyable. Sessions are scheduled with the time of semester in mind, to keep topics relevant for faculty needs at that time.

This event aligns with the following IUSM Academy of Teaching Scholars program competencies: Instructional Strategies (IS).