Workshop Schedule

May

• Backward Design: Aligning Outcomes, Assessment, and Instruction - Thursday May 23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

  Date: Thursday May 23, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Facilitators: Dr. Kaitlyn Watson, Dr. Lidya Salim

  Backward design is a student-centred design model that starts with the end in mind. In this session, we will discuss the importance of and means to ensure alignment of learning outcomes, assessment, and instruction.

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify the four elements of a learning outcome to use in course and lesson development.
  2. Describe the role of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment in course design.
  3. Construct a course map that aligns learning outcomes, assessment, and instructional plans.
• Removing Barriers with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - Thursday May 30, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Date: Thursday May 30, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Facilitators: Kevin Johnson, Dr. Lidya Salim

  Are your students getting the most out of your courses? This session will explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), equipping you with practical strategies to create inclusive and accessible learning environments that address the diverse needs of all learners.

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common barriers to learning.
  2. Examine the relationship between Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessibility.
  3. Implement UDL principles to reduce learning barriers in your practice.

June

• Generating Confidence: Demystifying Generative AI - Monday June 3, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

  Date: Monday June 3, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Facilitator: Miranda Varricchio

  Don’t let generative artificial intelligence be the elephant in the room. Let’s explore together the good, the bad and the ugly of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) in the educational context. Learn the basics around generative artificial intelligence and why critical literacy is important as we move forward. In addition, we will briefly touch on ways to leverage GAI to reduce time poverty as faculty. This workshop will be the first in a series that will approach a variety of topics related to generative artificial intelligence.

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Discuss the benefits and challenges of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) in teaching and learning.
  2. Explain the importance of critical literacy in the context of GAI.
  3. Draft a prompt to create and populate a simple rubric.
• Developing Clear and Captivating Slides - Friday June 14, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Date: Friday June 14, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Facilitator: Kevin Johnson

  When it comes to presentations, you don’t need to choose between accessibility and beautiful slides! Elevate your presentation materials with this workshop on crafting clear and visually appealing slides. Learn the importance of accessibility and how to implement design principles to create engaging materials suitable for any audience.

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Construct clear and simple presentation materials that will be effective in most contexts.
  2. Explain the importance of ensuring accessibility when designing professional and educational presentation materials.
  3. Utilize design principles and built-in tools to produce slides that are accessible and visually appealing.
• Decolonizing Your Syllabus - Wednesday June 19, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

  Date: Wednesday June 19, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Facilitator: Dr. Kaitlyn Watson

  Academic curriculum, content, and the broader university system exist in a historical context of subjugation and control. The process of decolonization has the potential to disrupt colonial ideologies including the superiority of Western thought. In this workshop, we will examine colonialism in education as well as strategies for decolonizing your syllabus. All disciplines are welcome!

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Describe colonization and decolonization and their relationship to education.
  2. Examine existing syllabi through the lens of decolonization.
  3. Envision new possibilities for a decolonized syllabus.
• Flex-Ed: Strategic Approaches for Teaching in Hybrid and Hybrid-flexible Learning Environments - Friday June 28, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Date: Friday June 28, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Facilitator: Miranda Varricchio

  Hybrid and hybrid-flexible approaches are becoming more commonplace - are you ready? If you haven’t taken the leap yet, or are searching for ways to improve inclusivity, foster engagement, and optimize learning in your hybrid or hybrid-flexible course, this is for you! In this seminar educators will be equipped with insights and strategies they need to thrive in these dynamic environments.

  Learning Outcomes

  1. Discuss the differences between instructional modalities.
  2. Identify approaches to maximize student engagement and learning in hybrid and hybrid-flexible courses.
  3. Recognize the benefits of modality-specific course design and delivery.