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Vocal Strategies to Improve Clarity in Teaching

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago
Teaching with clarity is a required element on the Student Rating of Teaching. Participants will consider ways to improve the SRT element, "the instructor presented subject matter clearly." This workshop focuses on using vocal resources to convey classroom content clearly and engagingly. While this workshop addresses strategies for multilingual participants, the content is applicable to all linguistic backgrounds. Register for Vocal Strategies to Improve Clarity in Teaching.

Leveraging Interactions for Intercultural Learning

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago
Let's talk about how we can leverage all interactive classroom activities for deeper content learning and interpersonal and intercultural development. In this webinar, we will share considerations, strategies, scripts and tools that can help you and your students realize the full potential of classroom interactions. This session counts towards the Teaching in Globally Diverse Classes Certificate Program and is hosted by International Student Academic Integration (ISAI), Global Programs and Strategy Alliance. Leveraging Interactions for Intercultural Learning.

Teaching with Technology Retreat: Create (or Revise) Online Assessments & Assignments

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago

How can we create online assessments that are clear, engage students, and accurately measure learning? Today's discussion and quick tips include:

  • ensuring our grading policies and assignment instructions are clear and consistent
  • addressing online academic integrity
  • applying accessibility and usability best practices; and more
See all retreat topics and register for one or more sessions.

Teaching to Support 2SLGBTQIA+ Students

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago
Recent research has demonstrated growing challenges 2SLGBTQIA+ students face in their courses, but faculty and instructors can make changes in their teaching to mitigate some of these challenges. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn about 2SLGBTQIA+ identities and challenges, reflect on their own knowledge of 2SLGBTQIA+ students, and identify specific course design and pedagogical practices they can implement in their teaching. Register for Teaching to Support 2SLGBTQIA+ Students.

Making a Good First Impression: Planning a Successful First Day of Class

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago
The first day of class is your opportunity to set the tone for the rest of the semester and this year, it's especially important. However, both instructors and students may feel anxious on the first day and this can be distracting and prevent us from focusing on the essential tasks of teaching and learning. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for reducing anxieties and creating a welcoming and supportive environment on the first day back in the classroom. Register for Making a Good First Impression.

Virtual Canvas Clinic

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago
Get personalized help setting up your Canvas courses for the Fall 2021 semester from the comfort of your own home! The Canvas Clinic is an opportunity for faculty and instructors to get hands-on support and consultation as they work on Canvas course sites. Staff from Information Technology (IT), Library Services, TeachingSupport@UMN, and academic technologists from system campuses, will be on hand to help with start-of-semester tasks and course planning assistance. Topics include setting up course sites, creating activities and assessments, and integrating media or other course resources into Canvas.

Register for the Canvas Clinic

Teaching with Technology Retreat: Enhance your Syllabus and Welcome Students

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 8 months ago

A strong course syllabus is the foundation for a strong online course. Today's discussion and quick tips include:

  • welcoming students with syllabus language, tone, and layout
  • clearly presenting course schedules and requirements
  • reviewing the diversify of your course readings, resources, content, and class activities & assessments
  • applying accessibility and usability best practices; and more

See all retreat topics and register for one or more sessions.

Eight Innovative Uses for Multiple Choice Questions

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 9 months ago
Multiple choice questions can support student learning beyond their use in exams. In this webinar we'll discuss eight innovative uses for multiple choice questions along with strategies for how to implement them effectively. Innovative uses will include serving as background knowledge probes, ice-breakers, prompts for discussion, and methods for gathering student feedback. You will have the opportunity to experience some of these from the student perspective. Register for Eight Innovative Uses for Multiple Choice Questions.

Canvas Essentials

ATSS and CEI events
1 year 9 months ago

The Canvas Essentials webinar reviews the Canvas interface, tools, and features. Also explored are design decisions in Canvas that impact ease of use and navigation.

This session is intended for any faculty, staff, or TAs who are new to Canvas and will be building Canvas course sites.

Register for Canvas Essentials (required)

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