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Innovation Center for Teaching & Learning

Spring 2023 Activities & Recordings

Videos, learning materials, and reflection forms

Spring 2023 Event Schedule

Conducting Classroom Equity Audits

This session explores various ways faculty can use equity audits to support the maintenance of an equitable learning environment. Please see the PDFs below for examples of equity audit forms. Presented by Pernevlon Ellis, Associate Dean on February 3, 2023.

Assess Students with Video

Explore ideas for video assessments and assignments, such as the CSD 100 video final project and the K. Patricia Cross Academy’s “Video Story” activity. With Tim Lockman, Instructional Designer on February 8, 2023.

Creating a Strong Sense of Belonging in the Classroom

With Kimberly Brostrom, Assistant Professor of Sociology, and Pernevlon Ellis, Associate Dean on February 17, 2023.

Engage Your Students with Absorb-Do-Connect!

Create engaging activities using William Horton’s three-stage process. Presented by Tim Lockman, Instructional Designer on April 19, 2023.

Extreme Makeover, Course Content Edition

Create learning materials that are accessible to students who use screen reading software like JAWS. Practice on your own materials using Microsoft’s Accessibility Checker tool. Facilitated by Instructional Designer Tim Lockman and by Kristin Elliott and Delaney Hood from Disability Services on March 1, 2023.

Inclusive Classroom Discussions

This session explores the ways in which class discussions are inclusive to various types of learners served by faculty. Presented by Pernevlon Ellis, Associate Dean on March 3, 2023.

Tech Petting Zoo: Enhance Your Teaching with Video!

***Onsite event only; no recording or reflection*** This setup session will prepare you for the asynchronous activities involving the Lightboard, Recording Rooms, and Microsoft Flip. Facilitated by Tim Lockman, Instructional Designer on March 29, 2023.

Ungrading Roundtable

Explore different approaches to grading. Roundtable discussion hosted by dean Jud Curry on April 5, 2023.

Racial Battle Fatigue and the Minority Student Experience

This session explores racial battle fatigue and how it impacts the minority student experience. Faculty understanding racial battle fatigue will be better prepared to identify signs of distress and support positive mental health outcomes for students. Hosted by Associate Dean Pernevlon Ellis on April 14, 2023.

Using Diverse Scholars in the Curriculum

Join Jennifer Jossendal as she shares the benefits of using diverse scholars in history courses. Her experience provides an opportunity for others to learn how to diversity the content of the courses taught throughout the college. Co-hosted by Associate Dean Pernevlon Ellis on April 21, 2023.

Better Discussions Roundtable

After reviewing some best practices, we’ll brainstorm some practical ways to improve online discussions. Facilitated by Tim Lockman, Instructional Designer on April 26, 2023.

Inclusive Engagement Outside the Classroom

Opportunities exist for students to acquire relatable knowledge and skills outside of the classroom. This session explores the benefits of faculty engagement with students to support their efforts to be achieve academic goals. Presented by Associate Dean Pernevlon Ellis.