Let's get back to teaching!

Feeling overwhelmed with the current day-to-day grind? Why not remind yourself why we do what we do? Come join our community of colleagues and invest time in our students. 

Win prizes

If you attend at least three sessions over the course of the three-day training, you'll be entered in a drawing to win multiple prizes, including Amazon gift cards!

New or updated courses

Even if you've attended a Canvas training before, there are new and updated courses to check out. Now is a great time to refresh.

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Innovative Tech Showcase

Faculty grant awardees will showcase their innovative projects using generative AI and virtual reality in the classroom. These early adopters, supported by WSU Online’s instructional design team, will share insights, student feedback, and lessons learned from implementing cutting-edge technology in their Fall 2024 courses. Stop by to see real examples of transformative teaching strategies and explore how emerging tech can enhance learning outcomes.

 

 

 

Improving Course Accessibility

Come learn how to improve your course accessibility using Blackboard Ally and Canvas. Accessibility is mandatory for those who need it. At the same time, it can improve learning for all students. Learn how easy it is to create content that is accessible from the beginning and how quick it can be to fix content that is not accessible.

 

 

 

 

What's New in Canvas?

Want more Canvas? Join WSU Online Admins and Instructional Designers to explore the new and/or lesser-known features in Canvas. This session is updated each semester to include new & advanced features. This time we'll look at Canvas Catalog and Khanmigo AI tools.

 

 

 

 

CETL Mix & Mingle Lunch Followed by Teaching Critical Thinking in a Tech-Rich Era

How do you know that your students have learned what you wanted them to learn?

In this workshop, faculty will explore innovative approaches to designing assessments that leverage AI tools and prioritize the authentic evaluation of students' real-world skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Through collaborative discussions and practical applications, faculty will gain insights into aligning assessment strategies with the evolving education landscape, creating a holistic experience for students.

 

 

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Full List of Sessions

Wednesday, April 30 - Canvas Basics in LP 201 or Zoom

9:00 - 9:50         Navigating Canvas - Profile, Notifications, Inbox  (672-16)
10:00 - 10:50     Creating Content - Files, Pages, Modules (672-19)
11:00 - 11:50     Assignments & Discussions (672-17)
1:00 - 1:50         Using Quizzes - Basic features (672-15)
2:00 - 2:50         Using the Gradebook (672-03)
3:00 - 3:50         Put your Canvas Test in the Testing Center or use Proctorio (676-01) with the Testing Center

Thursday, May 1 - CETL & WSU Online in Tracy Hall

9:00 - 9:50        Improving Course Accessibility (672-30) UPDATED!
10:00 - 11:15    Innovative Tech Showcase! (672-28) NEW!
11:30 - 12:30    CETL Mix & Mingle Lunch (674-04) NEW!
12:30 - 2:50      Teaching Critical Thinking in a Tech-Rich Era (674-04) with CETL NEW!
3:00 - 3:50        Creating ePortfolio Assignments (672-36) with CETL & Wildcat Advantage

Friday, May 2 - Canvas Advanced in LP 201or Zoom

9:00 - 9:50        Make Assessment Easier! Align Program Outcome to Course Activities (672-37) with Dr. Gail Niklason
10:00 - 11:20    Bejewel Your Online Course with web design, HTML, and more! (672-13)
11:30 - 12:20    Using Video in Canvas + Annoto (672-24)
1:00 - 1:50        What's New in Canvas (672-00) NEW!
 

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