Past Conferences
All videos from the previous years' conferences will be posted here. You may also view the tip sheets from each year's conference below or view our full Teaching Tips Booklet that is updated yearly.
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2023 Conference Workshops
Participants can choose from four different tracks during each concurrent session. The tracks from which to choose are Best Practices, Resilience, Innovation & Transformation, and Physical & Mental Well-Being.
Welcome
Conference Welcome
Presenter: Dr. David Bertolini, NDSU Provost
Opening Keynote:
Teaching with Empathy & Perspective Taking to Promote Student Retention, Engagement, and Motivation
Presenter: Dr. Laura Parson, North Dakota State University
Learn how and why you should develop empathy and perspective-taking as a skill to promote student learning, support, and retention. Develop the skills needed to support yourself and your students, leading to more effective educational settings through practices that promote empathy and perspective taking.
Dr. Laura Parson earned her Ph.D. in teaching & learning, higher education from the University of North Dakota. She is the co-editor of a 4-volume series titled, Teaching and Learning for Social Justice and Equity in Education, and re-developed the Certificate in College/University Teaching program at Auburn University. She has developed and facilitated workshops on empathy and applied empathy for educators and leaders in the military. Additionally, she adapted a conceptual framework for teaching empathy in the higher education classroom, called the Curriculum of Care, and is under contract with Routledge for a book titled, Understanding and Supporting College Students with Empathy: A Guide for Higher Education Practitioners.
Idea Exchange: Retention
Moderator: Dr. Sarah Crary
If you have had a student persist to complete a course you taught, co-taught, or were a GA/TA for, you have been an integral part of retaining students. Join us for this session where, together, we reflect on strategies that were successful in helping students complete a course, a semester, or a full program of study. We are interested in hearing your examples of support for students no matter how big or small. If you helped retain even one student, your idea has value. Think of the impact your idea could have if every instructor on campus were able to use it to retain one student in their program! OTL has collected all tips shared and added them to our ever-expanding Teaching Tips Booklet.
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Teaching Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Skills as Career Readiness
Presenter: Dr. Anne Kelsch, University of North Dakota & Anna Kinney, University of North Dakota
Incorporating diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) knowledge and skills into courses is a best practice that contributes significantly to student retention and retention of minoritized, underrepresented students in particular. You will gain strategies for fostering DEIA competencies in the classroom.
Dr. Anne Kelsch has served as director of faculty development at the University of North Dakota since 2007. Her research focuses on new faculty and STEM faculty development. She is the 2022 recipient of UND's Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Award. Anna Kinney has served as the coordinator of the University Writing Program at the University of North Dakota since 2017. Her work focuses on inclusive writing pedagogy and supporting faculty across the curriculum in fostering excellence in writing. In 2022, her session on pronouns in academic writing won UND's Pride Center Collaborative Excellence Award.
A Modality, an Alternative Assessment, and a Free Textbook Walk Into a Classroom
Presenter: Sybil Priebe, North Dakota State College of Science
Teachers who implement the use of open educational resources (OER), its accompanying open educational pedagogy (OEP), as well as alternative assessment practices will not only see an increase in retaining students through their semester, but there is a high likelihood the campus could see increased retention from semester to semester, even if courses only use one of these ideas. Fortunately, these processes and practices also embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Sybil Priebe has been using OER/OEP since 2016: an NDSCS mini-grant allowed her and two other colleagues to create their first textbook for a first-year college writing course (title: Writing Unleashed). Since then, she's compiled or composed many other OER textbooks for a variety of courses. Open Pedagogy overlaps with her recent usage of an alternative assessment process called ungrading; this experiment started before the COVID-19 pandemic and has been tweaked each semester. Use of the hyflex modality came into her life during the fall of 2020, when classes were in-person but masked up. In addition to classroom experience with these elements, she has also presented at numerous conferences regarding these ideas and their potential to lower stress and anxiety in students as well as teachers.
Student Panel On Retention
Presenter:
Panel Moderator: Dr. Emily Frazier, North Dakota State University
Student Panelist: Maximus Swenson, North Dakota State University
Student Panelist: Kaylee Weigel, North Dakota State University
Interact with student leaders regarding student retention. This session will allow you to engage with student leaders about the complex set of variables that impact retention. Student leaders will highlight information anecdotally and thematically as it has come to the attention of Student Government.
Dr. Emily Frazier serves as the dean of students at NDSU. She frequently works with students experiencing extraordinary difficulties due to health, family, and other circumstances. It is common that these experiences create barriers and challenges that impact retention. Maximus Swenson and Kaylee Weigel are leaders in Student Government. They regularly interact with the student body regarding student concerns and complaints and intentionally engage and represent the student body about important student topics and matters.
The Three Sisters of Agriculture: An Active Learning Exercise
Presenter: Dr. Birgit Pruess, North Dakota State University
Active learning has a demonstrated positive effect on retention, in particular of minority students. The three sisters of agriculture is one of eight such activities I developed for my Bacterial Physiology course, but have also used in middle schools in a simplified version. All these exercises can be taught face to face as well as online or HyFlex. The three sisters exercise has been published in CourseSource and the article will be provided to attendees.
Dr. Birgit Pruess taught Bacterial Physiology between Spring 2006 to Spring 2020. The Gateways ND program helped me with the development of eight active learning exercises, three of which are now published in CourseSource, where they are freely available to members of the profession. I still use the concept of active learning in my Capstone course, where students get to work on a research question in teams of three or four students and a faculty mentor. Students learn from me, each other, and their mentor and are actively engaged in the development and performance of their experiment.
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Recruiting the Next Generation: A Comprehensive, Multi-Pronged Pharmacy Recruitment Program
Presenter: Dr. Lisa Richter, North Dakota State University & Dr. Jeanne Frenzel, North Dakota State University
Schools are experiencing decreasing enrollment and challenges recruiting students creating a widespread need for recruitment efforts. It can be overwhelming to know where to start and how to engage and empower individuals to help with recruitment efforts. Two NDSU pharmacy faculty co-directors of recruitment will discuss the initial steps, successes, lessons learned, and outcomes of a comprehensive student recruitment program in its first year of development.
Dr. Lisa Richter, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, FASHP is an associate professor of practice and newly appointed co-director of recruitment in the School of Pharmacy at NDSU. Dr. Jeanne Frenzel, PharmD, PhD, BCSCP is a professor and newly appointed co-director of recruitment in the School of Pharmacy at NDSU.
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Accessibility Towards Retention
Presenter: Jonathan Puhl, University of North Dakota & Kristi Embry, University of North Dakota
In education we often focus on retention and how we can incorporate ways to increase this. Learn how accessibility is a pathway in which we remove barriers for learning, and as a bonus increase retention.
Jonathan Puhl has his Masters in Instructional Design and Technology, and has been using these skills for nearly six years. Puhl works closely with faculty to both enhance, and create ways for students to better engage with course materials across a multitude of topics. Kristi Embry is an instructional designer at the Teaching Transformation and Development Academy (TTaDA) at the University of North Dakota. Her professional interests include Universal Design in Learning (UDIL) and Accessibility. When she’s not helping faculty, she enjoys reading Victorian novels, baking up a storm, and photography.
Creating Communities of Learning through Empathy and Integrative Technology
Presenter: Becky Bahe, North Dakota State University & Andrea Hein, North Dakota State University
We often hear "students are different these days." That may be true, but one area that is often overlooked is how much students can thrive in environments that create community and cohorts among individuals in the classroom. This session teaches you how to develop communities of learning while still covering the required content for your classroom. An introduction to NDSU's new student success platform will also provide useful technology at your fingertips to help in creating and assessing this environment.
Becky Bahe (She/Her/Hers) is the director of the Career and Advising Center. For over 20 years, She has been working with groups to create environments of inclusion and engagement both in and out the classroom. She currently holds a B.S. in Athletic Training, M.S. in College Student Personnel, and is working on her Ph.D. in Organizational Learning and Leadership.
Andrea Hein (She/Her/Hers) is the assistant director for academic advising in the Career and Advising Center. She is instrumental in training academic advisors across campus, implementing large-scale initiatives related to student success, and overseeing advising for undeclared students. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Communication from NDSU and is currently finishing up her Ph.D. in Institutional Analysis in the School of Education.
Creating a Classroom Community
Presenter: Dr. Jodi Tangen, North Dakota State University
Feeling a sense of belonging is critical in retaining students, especially at a larger institution where they may feel lost in the crowd. Take away strategies for creating a welcoming environment and fostering connection and belonging.
Dr. Jodi L. Tangen is an associate professor in the Counselor Education program at NDSU. Her background includes K-6 education, clinical mental health counseling, and counselor education. She is continually looking for new and innovative ways to connect with students and help students connect with classroom material.
Do I Belong Here? Building Inclusive Programs That Support Student Success and Improve Retention Using Microsoft Teams
Presenter: Dr. Danielle Condry, North Dakota State University & Kaylee Weigel, North Dakota State University
Research shows that retention of students in higher education is greatly tied to building a sense of belonging, connection, and finding success. Over the last year, the microbiological sciences department implemented the use of Microsoft Teams to facilitate community in both the undergraduate and graduate programs (moderate number of students). We will share our experience to help you build community in your programs and/or student cohorts.
Dr. Danielle L J Condry, is an assistant professor of practice in microbiological sciences. Condry joined NDSU in 2018 and is a part of the disciplined-based education research interdisciplinary community. Danielle's main duties include teaching a variety of classes in microbiology at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as serving as the graduate coordinator for microbiological sciences. Her research includes community-engaged learning, using concept inventories to improve curricula, improving science literacy by improving science communication, and increasing student success and retention via developing communities of inclusion and support.
Kaylee Weigel, is a graduate research assistant in microbiological sciences. Weigel has been at NDSU since fall of 2019, where she has gotten her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and is currently pursuing her master's. Her area of graduate research is centered around professional development and mentorship programs that increase persistence and retention in STEM fields by building self-confidence, self-efficacy, and feelings of belonging. Weigel is a student representative on the President's Retention Council.
Pedagogical Recommendations for Designing Inclusive Courses
Presenter: Makinde Omojiba, University of North Dakota & Dr. Kizito Mukuni, University of North Dakota
Designing inclusive courses can help break down hidden barriers and inequities students face in classes. Learn strategies you can employ to create inclusive learning environments.
Makinde Omojiba is an instructional designer, technologist, data enthusiast, and researcher whose research areas of interest include learning analytics, mentorship, graduate and faculty improvement & motivation, and educational technology.
Closing Keynote:
Native American Best Practices
Presenter: Ricky White, First Nations Consultants
What is good for Native American students is good for all. Widen the spectrum of knowledge of Native American ways of life, customs, traditions, and teachings so that everyone in attendance will connect and understand more deeply. You will reflect on how all of this connects with things in your own life, and be able to apply them directly to your work.
Connect with cultural teachings of the medicine wheel, mindfulness, practices, language, and culture. and understand what happened to Native American people resulting in the current reality. The plagues are people. Leave with an empowering knowledge that will help you in the ongoing work and challenges of your workplace and personal life.
Work through challenges, problem-solve, and utilize Native American practices as part of your own. What is good for Native Americans is good for all!
Ricky White is Anishinabe/Ojibwe and unfortunately is one of the only speakers of the language in this area and region. He has also grown up in this cultural way of life. The beauty of the teachings resonate and connect with people as they enhance their own cultural competency, while bridging it with enhancing their perspective.
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2022 Conference Workshops
Participants can choose from four different tracks during each concurrent session. The tracks from which to choose are: Supporting Student Mental Health, Improving Student Learning through Skill Development, Improving Student Learning with Technology Tools, and Building an Inclusive Classroom.
Welcome
President's Message
Presenter: President David Cook
Conference Welcome
Presenter: Dr. Canan Bilen-Green
9 a.m. | Prairie Rose Room, NDSU Memorial Union
Hear from NDSU's vice provost for faculty affairs and equity, Dr. Canan Bilen-Green.
Conference Details & Overview
Presenters: Dr. Stacy Duffield and Melissa Stotz
9:20 a.m. | Prairie Rose Room, NDSU Memorial Union
Dr. Duffield and Melissa Stotz will provide important information on this conference and how to join concurrent sessions.
Keynote: How to Implement Trauma Informed Practices (TiP)
Presenter:Dr. Shannon Davidson
Gain awareness of trauma in postsecondary education institutions. Understand how trauma affects learning and development. Learn strategies for how to work effectively with college students who have been exposed to trauma while mitigating the effects of secondary (vicarious) trauma.
Teaching Adult Learners in Challenging Times: Helpful Strategies
Presenter: Dr. Sara Bano, NDSU
If you teach traditional or non-traditional adult learners in a variety of settings this session is for you. It will help you learn basic principles of adult learning theory and how to apply adult learning theory basic principles in your teaching practice to create effective and meaningful learning experiences for your students.
Dr. Bano is a faculty member in the School of Education, NDSU. She received her doctorate degree in adult and lifelong education from Michigan State University. Bano teaches graduate-level courses on the topics of philosophy of education, philosophical and historical conceptions of adult learning in the USA, and instructional methods for adult learners. Her area of specialization is using Transformative Learning Theory in cross-cultural and international contexts to create meaningful and transformative learning experiences. Bano is a member of American Association for Adult and Continuing Education and has presented her research work at several adult learning national and international conferences.
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Learning by Doing: In Class Workshops for High Speed Skill Development
Presenter: Dr. James Caton, NDSU
In 2019, Dr. Caton began offering his Economic Computation Course as a workshop where class time is dedicated to building data-centered projects using Python. In this session, Caton will share factors that have most promoted student success as the course developed.
Dr. Caton has developed course materials, which have significantly improved, for students of all levels, the overall level of student interest across the semester and quality of their final projects. The success of students who have taken Caton’s course and who have little prior background in statistics or computation validate his approach. Many of these students have gone on to careers in data science and data analysis and have pursued further development of these skills in graduate economics and graduate analytics programs.
FlipGrid: The Versatile Tool You Should Be Using in Your Class
Presenters: Dr. Katie Wissman, NDSU & Dr. Warren Christensen, NDSU
FlipGrid is a technology platform that has incredible versatility and can be used to achieve diverse course goals, such as promoting effective learning strategies, supporting assessment practices, and fostering community. The session discusses using Flipgrid in courses from two disciplines.
Dr. Wissman conducts research in cognitive psychology in the Department of Psychology at NDSU and Dr. Christensen conducts research in physics education in the Department of Physics, at NDSU. This work is in line with their teaching and research goals and expertise.
Using Alternative Grading to Create an Inclusive Classroom
Presenters: Dr. Jenni Momsen, NDSU; Dr. Danielle Condry, NDSU; & Dr. Tara Slominski, NDSU
Explore how alternative grading approaches can promote equitable, inclusive learning experiences for all students.
Dr. Condry is an assistant professor of practice in Microbiological Sciences at NDSU. Condry has experience with implementing alternative grading structures in large enrollment and small enrollment science classes that are in-person, hyflex, and online. Dr. Momsen is director of the discipline-based education Ph.D. program and professor of biological sciences. Her research focuses on: designing learning experiences to promote the development of students’ systems thinking skills and creating classroom structures that are equitable and inclusive for all learners. Dr. Slominski has a Ph.D. in STEM education and currently holds a postdoctoral position at NDSU working on a National Science Foundation-funded biology education research project. Dr. Slominski has taught a variety of biology courses at NDSU including face-to-face, online, and hyflex courses, and has implemented alternative grading practices in high-enrollment courses
Incorporating Wellness in Course Design
Presenter: Dr. Jessica Danielson, NDSU
In this session, attendees will understand a common wellness model and explore ways to incorporate wellness in the course through assignments and in-class practices.
Dr. Danielson is a faculty in counselor education and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who has presented on topics related to physical and mental well-being in the classroom and community including wellness, burnout, stress management, resilience, and more.
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Constructing System Models to Bolster Threshold Concept Mental Model Accuracy
Presenters: Michelle Murphy, Lake Region State College & Dr. Woei Hung, University of North Dakota
In this session we will share our research into systems thinking and modeling as a means of facilitating physiology core concept integration into student mental models. We will interact with participants in the collaborative construction of causal loop diagram system models within the Google Jamboard environment.
Michelle Murphy has over thirty years of teaching experience and currently teaches physiology at both Lake Region State College and the University of North Dakota. She will be graduating with her Ph.D. in Instructional Design and Technology this May. Dr. Hung is professor and graduate director of Instructional Design and Technology at the University of North Dakota.
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Best Practices for Incorporating Video in the Online Course Environment
Presenter: Doug Tiedman, Minot State University
Covers the benefits of including video in an online course, and demonstrates best practice techniques on how to create and prepare video presentation files for online course delivery that are engaging and user friendly for students.
Tiedman has been creating digital content commercially for over 20 years. The last five years have been within the higher education field, helping to develop multimedia content for online course development. During his time at Minot State University, Tiedman has assisted faculty and staff with video content for their courses, as well as creating online video content for online courses he has taught.
Instructor Mindset and the Racial Achievement Gap
Presenter: Dr. Casey Peterson, NDSU
Examine the impact of instructor mindset on racial achievement gaps. In this session, we will examine the phenomenon through the lens of communication cues, stereotype threat, and trust.
Dr. Peterson has previously served as an instructor, and has extensive professional work experience in student success and student development. Peterson’s presentation is based on the results of the his dissertation.
Supporting Students in the Pandemic of Grief
Presenter: Dr. Jodi Tangen, NDSU
Provides teachers with some rudimentary background information about grief, how it manifests in students, and how they can respond to promote resiliency and healing. Throughout the presentation, I will present modern grief models and common student reactions to grief, and engage teachers in experiential exercises to help them access their own experiences and develop associated empathy for working with their students.
Dr. Tangen is an associate professor in the counselor education program at NDSU. She is also a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Over the past few months, Tangen has participated in grief training and has utilized practices in her clinical, professional, and everyday life.
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Help! Our Grad Students Can't Write
Presenter: Leisa Harmon, Minot State University
What's a program to do with an increasing number of students not meeting program writing outcomes? We implemented a discipline-specific writing course prescribed for struggling students. This session will present the logistics, content, and outcomes of this graduate writing seminar.
Dr. Harmon has been a faculty member in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Minot State University for 25 years. She has taught graduate and undergraduate didactic courses as well as providing clinical teaching. Harmon has presented at the state and national levels on clinical supervision and innovative teaching models.
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High- and Low-Tech Tools for Student Engagement and Rapid Feedback in Large Lecture Courses
Presenters: Dr. Warren Christensen, NDSU & Dr. Tara Slominski, NDSU
While not a new practice, the effective and efficient use of voting devices within a course is challenging. Drs. Tara Slominski and Warren Christensen will bring their knowledge of research literature and their combined 24 years of experience to discuss the use of these formative assessment strategies.
Drs. Slominski (Biology) and Christensen (Physics) conduct research in discipline-based education and are adept at navigating practical issues of efficiency and student buy-in, as well as using research findings that indicate the most effective methods. Dr. Christensen has been engaged in research-based instruction in physics courses for 16 years. He's a scholar in physics education research. Dr. Slominski currently holds a postdoctoral position at NDSU with a Ph.D. in Biology Education Research with 8 years of experience with interactive instruction in large-enrollment biology courses including face-to-face, online, and hyflex courses. Drs. Slominski and Christensen have familiarity with polling tools and software (e.g. Poll Everywhere, Mentimeter, Turning Point, etc.) as well as low-tech options like colored voting cards or whiteboards.
Negotiating Language Diversity in our Classrooms
Presenters: Dr. Lisa Arnold, NDSU & Dr. Stephen Disrud, NDSU
Learn about the concepts of linguistic diversity and language bias, how they affect interactions with and assessment of students, and inclusive teaching practices to negotiate linguistic diversity in the classroom.
Dr. Arnold is an associate professor of rhetoric and writing and has published about multilingual writing and teaching practices, as well as about the ideologies underlying language bias. Dr. Disrud is a lecturer and Ph.D. student who primarily teaches multilingual undergraduate and graduate students.
Closing & Award Presentations
Presenters: Dr. Stacy Duffield and Melissa Stotz
Keynote: The Most Important Work That You Will Ever Do is on Yourself!
Presenter: Dr. Tami Jollie-Trottier
Have you ever lived through something that you said you could never survive? Did you do something that felt impossible? Have you doubted your ability to endure something you think would be devastating? Have you ever looked at your reflection in the mirror and felt disconnected from the person staring back at you? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, this talk is for you. We all feel fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt at some point in our lives, and frequently, humans underestimate their ability to cope in a situation where we feel vulnerable. However, we were all created with our own healing abilities. We’re equipped with power, strength, survival instincts, and growth potential from the adversity present in our lives; basically, we all have resilience. Often we rely on others to point us in the right direction when we are lost, yet, instead, we can create our own detailed map on how to access our internal networks to begin our journey to find ourselves.
2021 Conference Workshops
The 2021 conference focused on the following three areas: Responsive Practices, Transitioning Your Teaching, and Strategies & Techniques.
Welcome
Presenters: Dr. Margaret Fitzgerald, Dr. Stacy Duffield, and Melissa Stotz
Hear from Provost Fitzgerald about current trends in higher education nationwide and plans for NDSU, now and in the future.
Teaching with Empathy (Not Sympathy) for Inclusion and Equity
Presenter: Dr. Angela Hodgson
Learn about strategies you can use to incorporate empathy into your courses (even after the pandemic) for inclusion and equity.
Resource List >> | Evidence-Based Teaching Guides >> | Teaching With Empathy: Why It's Important >>
Universal Design for Learning: A Holistic Approach to Course Design
Presenters: Dr. Lori Swinney and Lorna Olsen
Participants will be introduced to the three guiding principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and see examples applied to course design. Learn how making simple changes based on the UDL principles can address common accessibility issues students face while meeting the needs of diverse learners.
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Cultivating a Resilient Campus Together
Presenter: Dr. Jessica Danielson, LPCC-S, NCC
The Covid-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of cultivating resiliency. During this presentation, attendees will explore ways to foster resiliency in students, colleagues, and themselves to create a more resilient campus.
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Post Pandemic Future | Panel Discussion
Moderator: Tammy Cummings
Panelists: Dr. Theresa Shume, Dr. Beena Ajmera, and Dr. Kimberly Booth
Hear from three NDSU instructors regarding the pros and cons of continuing HyFlex when classes begin to return to normal or move toward a new normal. Learn ways to adapt HyFlex equipment and technology to supplement your face-to-face classes. There will be an opportunity to ask questions you may have regarding use of the HyFlex equipment and technology.
Ungrading: Alternatives to Traditional Grading
Presenters: Dr. Jenni Momsen and Dr. Jeff Boyer
We will introduce participants to Susan Blum's book, Ungrading: Why rating students undermines learning (and what to do instead), and how grades intersect with motivation and learning. As time permits, we will explore a variety of assessment and evaluation approaches as alternatives to traditional grading. Participants of the Ungrading book club discussion may find the discussion familiar.
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New Certification Courses in Teaching
Presenters: Holly DeVries, Amy Tichy, Dr. Lori Swinney, and Sharley Kurtz
Many instructors have not had the benefit of directly learning methods for teaching in various situations. With CARES grant money, the Learning and Applied Innovation Center was able to create several certification courses to help instructors fill this gap. This presentation will discuss the new certification courses in Evaluating Quality Course Design, HyFlex Design and Facilitation, Online Design and Facilitation, and Universal Design for Learning and Digital Accessibility. You will learn where to find these courses, what they are comprised of, and how you can sign up to take one (or all of them!).
Cares Instructional Design Project | Panel Discussion
Moderator: Sharley Kurtz
Panelists: Dr. Andrea Smith, Dr. Jeanne Frenzel, Jessica Linneman, MSN, RN and Dr. Lydia Tackett
Hear from four instructors who participated in the CARES grant Instructional Design Project. Find out what the project consisted of and learn tips and tricks they took away from the project.
The Power of Asynchronous to Improve Learning
Presenters: Dr. Mari Borr
Are you interested in teaching an online asynchronous class? Or have you tried teaching an asynchronous online class but were unhappy with the results? This session will cover the basics of teaching an asynchronous class. Topics will include organizing the structure of the asynchronous class for less frustration and more learning, encouraging student engagement, and creating assessments that work well in the asynchronous environment.
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5 Minutes of Fame: Share Your Success Stories
Moderator: Dr. Melissa Vosen-Callens
Informally share, in 5 minutes or less, your success story of the past year. We welcome you to share your teaching and learning successes both big and small. Sharing your example with instructors who attend this session provides an opportunity to learn from each other. Your example might just be the solution to another instructors pressing issue.
Closing
What OTL & LAIC Can Do For You
Presenters: Dr. Stacy Duffield and Melissa Stotz
Learn what the Office of Teaching and Learning and the Learning and Applied Innovation Center can do for your teaching practice.