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Brightspace: Digging Deep into Discussions (virtual training)

Online

Explore workflows and recommendations for grading discussion boards. Discussion points include: How to effectively use the discussions grading area How to grade while reading the discussions How to see participation in a discussion without reading every post How to grade each individual contribution How to use rubrics with a discussion board Setting due dates and […]

Brightspace Q&A (virtual training)

Online

Get your questions answered and hear what questions your peers have in this Brightspace Q&A. This is an open space to talk about Brightspace, but some things we may go over include: Problem Solving Tips and Tricks Exploring New and Existing Features And any other questions you may have Register here.

The Value of Assessment: Small Strategies with Big Impact (online)

Online

The Office of Institutional Research and Assessment welcomes Dr. Sandra Bailey, professor of business management at Oregon Institute of Technology, to discuss the value of assessment for academic programs. With experience as a faculty member and as an assessment professional, Sandra offers a unique perspective on the importance and usefulness of assessment for all programs. […]

New Faculty Community of Practice — Teaching at UMaine

ME, United States

Join new faculty as we discuss foundational teaching practices in the context of teaching at UMaine. Together, explore and learn about UMaine's students, policies and develop a strong foundation of teaching skills. Topics for discussion will be generated based on the interest of the faculty. The group will meet every three weeks through the semester. […]

New Faculty Community of Practice — Teaching at UMaine

ME, United States

Join new faculty as we discuss foundational teaching practices in the context of teaching at UMaine. Together, explore and learn about UMaine's students, policies and develop a strong foundation of teaching skills. Topics for discussion will be generated based on the interest of the faculty. The group will meet every three weeks through the semester. […]

Guest Speaker Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler: Creating Inclusive Learning Opportunities in Higher Education (online)

Online

CITL and Student Accessibility Services welcome Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler of the University of Washington to speak about inclusive learning. Learn how learning activities and support services can be designed in such a way that they are accessible to and inclusive of students with disabilities along with other marginalized groups. Dr. Burgstahler will present tips that […]

New Faculty Community of Practice — Teaching at UMaine

ME, United States

Join new faculty as we discuss foundational teaching practices in the context of teaching at UMaine. Together, explore and learn about UMaine's students, policies and develop a strong foundation of teaching skills. Topics for discussion will be generated based on the interest of the faculty. The group will meet every three weeks through the semester. […]

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