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Innovation Center for Teaching & Learning

Resources and professional development for Kishwaukee College faculty

Instructional Design Help

Tim Lockman
Instructional Designer

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For help with course design, creating course content, and professional development, please contact Tim at tlockman@kish.edu or schedule an appointment below. 

Instructional Technology Help

Mary Smith

Instructional Technologist

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For assistance with instructional technology, contact Mary Smith, msmith22@kish.edu

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Spring 2025 Event Schedule

Upcoming Events

ProDev at Kishwaukee College
AI Literacy and Ethics
Wed. February 5th, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

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This interactive session will explore AI literacy and the personal, societal, and professional implications of AI integration across the disciplines. This workshop will demonstrate how instructors can foster a culture of critical thinking and meaningful engagement with this watershed technology for their students. It will highlight the role of Critical AI Literacy in empowering students to navigate AI inclusively, ensuring that education in the AI era  is accessible and equitable for all.  This session will be facilitated by Instructional Technologist, Mary Smith.

Culturally Responsive Teaching and AI Practices
Wed. February 12th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

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Learn practical strategies to utilize AI to assist in making your pedagogy more culturally responsive. As a dynamic DEIB leader in higher education, Dr. Junco excels in developing and executing strategic agendas that foster inclusivity and equity, partnering with K-12 districts, colleges, and community organizations. He specializes in cultivating a sense of belonging through innovative faculty-led initiatives, professional development programs, and DEIB-focused curricula, addressing critical equity gaps. His expertise also encompasses designing effective diversity recruitment and retention strategies, reinforcing his commitment to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational communities. This session will be facilitated by Dr Eric Junco, Director of Equity at Northern Illinois University.

ProDev Elsewhere
The AI Pedagogy Project

Asynchronous Online Tutorials Offered by MetaLab at Harvard

https://aipedagogy.org/

This series of self-paced tutorials were designed for faculty and provides resources and suggestions as to how faculty can promote AI literacy, prevent its misuse, and how we can use it to assist with the more tedious aspects of teaching.

 

Other ICTL Activities

Here are some further professional development activities for Kish faculty. 

What's On This Site?

  • Course Design: Designing online courses, Flex courses, and Quality Matters guidance
  • Teaching Tips: Teaching online, best practices in teaching, tips for new teachers, and podcasts on teaching
  • Technology for Teaching: How to use Zoom, Echo360, Camtasia, and more 
  • Recorded Events: ICTL event recordings and other on-demand learning opportunities 

Can't Find It? Try the search box at the top of this page!

Site Purpose

The ICTL website is a central hub for Kishwaukee College faculty to explore best practices in course design, learn about instructional technology, and find webinars and other on-demand professional development. Created and managed by Tim Lockman, Instructional Designer.