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SUMMARY:Creating Social Connection through Two-stage Exams
DESCRIPTION:We usually think of exams as solo endeavors\, but two-stage exams add a second group component to the process. In a two-stage exam\, students first take an exam by themselves and then retake the same exam together in a group. In this virtual conversation\, we will discuss two-stage exams\, their advantages\, and the details of how to implement them in your courses. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/creating-social-connection-through-two-stage-exams-08-24-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T150000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Poll Everywhere
DESCRIPTION:This session will walk through how to use the polling software Poll Everywhere to increase student engagement and to gauge student learning. We’ll look at the different types of questions that you can ask and show you how to get started with Poll Everywhere for both in-person and online synchronous courses. \nThis session will be facilitated by Samantha Fullen\, Customer Success Representative at Poll Everywhere. For questions about this event\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/introduction-to-poll-everywhere-08-23-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T133000
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SUMMARY:Classroom Walkthrough: Get to Know Your Class Equipment
DESCRIPTION:This session will introduce the equipment installed in WashU pooled classrooms and show you how to use different technologies within the room with our Classroom Services staff who know the ins and outs of each classroom. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Carmel Braga\, Classroom Technology Specialist. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/classroom-walkthrough-get-to-know-your-class-equipment-08-23-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T161536Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Teaching
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will learn skills to incorporate principle and practices of mindfulness\, and cultural humility to teaching. Mindfulness has been shown to be an effective tool in cultivating moment-to-moment awareness of thoughts\, feelings\, and surroundings which can enhance our ability to communicate more effectively with students and establish a positive learning environment. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/mindfulness-in-teaching-08-23-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T103000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T194716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T161537Z
UID:16644-1692784800-1692786600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Learning through Group Projects
DESCRIPTION:While some students (and faculty) dread group projects\, their use can boost learning and impart valuable skills. Well-designed and managed group projects can develop and enhance leadership\, time management\, problem-solving\, and collaboration abilities. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/learning-through-group-projects-08-23-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T160000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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SUMMARY:iTeach Lightning Talks: Share Your Teaching Stories
DESCRIPTION:The CTL is reviving the popular iTeach conference in January!  Started in 2002\, iTeach is a biennial symposium where WashU instructors from all eight schools gather for cross-disciplinary discussions on teaching. iTeach 2024 will feature a variety of sessions including panel discussions\, short presentations\, interactive workshops and more! \nLearn how you can be a part of it all and share your teaching innovations with WashU colleagues. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/iteach-lightning-talks-share-your-teaching-stories-08-21-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T143000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T194426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16643-1692712800-1692714600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible and Interactive PDFs for Digital Reading
DESCRIPTION:Students read on screens all the time\, but due to constraints in digital reading tools\, they may not be engaging deeply with the new ideas\, worlds\, and people available at their fingertips. This virtual conversation introduces several ways to support digital reading\, particularly when reading with PDFs\, a common document file type provided to students through Canvas and other tools. We will discuss how to make PDFs accessible and interactive for all students\, coupled with instructional tools and strategies that help students engage more deeply with their reading materials in your classes. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/creating-accessible-and-interactive-pdfs-for-digital-reading-08-22-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T133000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T193959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T164822Z
UID:16642-1692709200-1692711000@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Hypothes.is
DESCRIPTION:We will explore Hypothes.is\, a tool that enables users to place a conversational layer over an entire webpage or an OCR’d PDF\, allowing for unique collaborative\, interactive engagement with the text that students have been assigned to read. It enables sentence-level annotation\, notetaking\, and critique on top of written content and is fully integrated into Canvas. We’ll discuss some different pedagogical uses for this tool in your classes. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/introduction-to-hypothesis-08-22-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165720Z
UID:16641-1692703800-1692709200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Adapting Your Assessments in Light of AI
DESCRIPTION:ChatGPT and other AI composition tools challenge instructors to revisit and potentially rethink their assessment practices. In this workshop\, we will explore and discuss various ways that instructors can adapt their homework\, exams\, and writing assignments to take in account our new AI-assisted normal. We will consider both the potential challenges (e.g. academic honesty) and opportunities (e.g. new kinds of assignments) that AI presents. Participants will leave the workshop with a range of options and ideas to help them proactively prepare their assessments for the coming semester. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/adapting-your-assessments-in-light-of-ai-08-22-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T193048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192335Z
UID:16640-1692702000-1692703800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Support Accessibility and Literacy with Read&Write
DESCRIPTION:Read&Write is a literacy support tool and assistive technology that makes online content more accessible\, readable\, and inclusive. It includes a variety of tools that support students in reading texts\, learning unfamiliar words\, researching materials\, and proofreading written work. Learn more about how you and your students can use this tool for reading and writing tasks. This session is in partnership with Disability Resources. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/support-accessibility-and-literacy-with-readwrite-08-22-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T103000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T192346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192335Z
UID:16639-1692698400-1692700200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:How to Build a Clear Map to Your Course  
DESCRIPTION:Reduce emails about “How do I find Assignment X?” or “What is due this week?” with structures built into Canvas that can help students navigate your class and be prepared to engage with your course before and after class. You will experience challenges that students face by being a student in a new Canvas course and get ideas on how you can organize your own classes with Canvas Modules and Pages. In this session co-facilitated by two specialists who are also instructors and course designers\, you will leave with specific ideas and tips that will help you and your students prepare for the classes ahead. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/how-to-build-a-clear-map-to-your-course-08-22-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230621T155454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T152104Z
UID:16585-1692627300-1692637200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:5th Annual Language Teaching Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Teaching & Learning and Coalition for Language Teaching and Learning Language Teaching Fair Planning Committee invite you to save the date and submit proposals to participate in a roundtable-style discussion on language teaching as part of the 5th Annual WashU Language Teaching Fair. \nThe 5th Annual Language Teaching Fair will take place on Monday\, August 21st from 2:15-5pm. We are planning for a primarily in-person teaching fair this fall but will provide Zoom accommodations for those who are out of town or who have other circumstances that necessitate Zoom participation. \nRoundtable discussants will engage with others on the panel and share a few best practices from their own teaching with the audience. Roundtable presentations will be 10-12 minutes in length (depending on number of participants in roundtable)\, with time for discussion at the end. \nProposal deadline is extended to Friday\, August 11th. Proposals can be submitted here.  \nFurther details about the event are forthcoming. \nPlease feel free to contact Meg Gregory\, Associate Director for Faculty Programing\, Center for Teaching and Learning\, at meggregory@wustl.edu with questions. Note that while Meg’s last day at the CTL is July 7th\, that she will still be participating as a member of the planning committee beyond that date. For questions about logistics\, registration\, or CTL website-related information after July 7th\, please email Eric Fournier at efournier@wustl.edu. \nRegister to Attend Here\n\nRegistration for this event has now closed.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/5th-annual-language-teaching-fair/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Danforth Campus + Zoom)
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event,- Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165512Z
UID:16638-1692622800-1692624600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Understanding FERPA
DESCRIPTION:The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) governs the privacy of student educational records. But what does this law mean for us as instructors? In this session\, the Office of the University Registrar will present FERPA best practices for faculty and answer your FERPA-related questions. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/understanding-ferpa-08-21-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event,- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T185926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T161537Z
UID:16637-1692615600-1692617400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:What Role Does AI Technology Play in Your Class?
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligent (AI) technology will likely be used in your classes\, given that it is widely available and incorporated into many other technologies. This session will provide a practical approach to addressing how you want your students to use AI in your classes. You’ll leave with ideas for how you can specify AI usage in your classroom and ways to communicate this with your students. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/what-role-does-ai-technologies-play-in-your-class-08-21-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165720Z
UID:16635-1692352800-1692358200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Supporting Students in Distress
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will discuss signs that a student may be in distress and work through a variety of scenarios to consider strategies for how instructors can communicate with and assist these students. We will also review when and how to make referrals to counseling resources on the Danforth campus. The workshop will be co-led by the Center for Teaching & Learning and the Habif Health & Wellness Center. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/supporting-students-in-distress-08-18-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event,- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230714T184156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165721Z
UID:16634-1692266400-1692271800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Applying the Latest Research on Learning to Collaborative Learning
DESCRIPTION:Learn three new findings from the latest research on how students learn and get support in applying the implications of these findings to your classes during this 1.5 hour workshop. We will examine findings from rigorous studies that investigate the biological\, psychological\, and social dimensions of learning sciences research\, providing a micro to macro view of learning at different levels. This particular workshop will focus on studies that investigate how and when students collaborate effectively in the classroom setting to help you design group work activities that maximize the benefits of collaboration for you and your students. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/applying-the-latest-research-on-learning-to-collaborative-learning-08-17-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230726T182617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165721Z
UID:16675-1692176400-1692187200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Navigating Uncertain Terrain: A Critical Examination of AI-assisted Tools in Instruction of Writing Intensive Courses
DESCRIPTION:Join the CTL for an interactive half-day workshop\, focused on the challenges and opportunities associated with AI-assisted writing tools.  If you are concerned (or curious) about the rise of AI-assisted tools in writing instruction\, this is your opportunity learn more (and to prepare for the coming semester). \nTogether\, we will explore AI’s impact on fundamental aspects of academic writing\, including critical thinking\, creativity\, and originality\, while emphasizing the importance of academic integrity.  Participants will share experiences\, grapple with the challenges of technology integration\, develop strategies to ensure academic integrity\, and discuss the future of writing intensive classes in an AI-driven educational landscape. \nParticipants in this workshop will: \n\nReview the capabilities and limitations of ChatGPT\nIdentify challenges of teaching writing in the age of AI assisted tools\nShare strategies for adapting writing assignments in the age of AI-assisted tools\nDiscuss the use and limitations of AI detection tools\nCollaborate on revised and updated assignments\nDesign or revise assignments for upcoming classes\n\nThis workshop is primarily intended for instructors who require a significant amount of student writing in their courses. \nSpace is limited: register now to reserve a place.  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Eric Fournier efournier@wustl.edu. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/navigating-uncertain-terrain-a-critical-examination-of-ai-assisted-tools-in-college-writing-instruction-08-16-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T110000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230605T163343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T152526Z
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SUMMARY:Course Design Institute: July 31st - August 4th
DESCRIPTION:Redesigning a course over break? Tackling a new-to-you course or a brand new course in the fall? New to WashU and/or new to designing your own course? The CTL’s Course Design Institute (CDI) is for you! \nThis week-long intensive course design institute will guide participants in planning and preparing to teach a course that is supported by the latest research in teaching and learning. During the CDI\, facilitators will model and discuss a range of tools and strategies that can enhance your instruction\, increase student engagement\, ensure alignment between course goals and assessments\, and establish an inclusive learning environment for your students. \nParticipants who fully engage in the program will leave with a significant portion of their course planning finished\, including clearly delineated learning goals\, an assessment/assignment plan\, strategies for student engagement and Canvas use\, a draft of the syllabus and course policies\, and a detailed plan for the first day of class. \nThe CDI will be conducted through a combination of daily self-paced learning modules in Canvas and three\, hour-long synchronous Zoom meetings. Overall time commitment for participating includes 3.5 hours of live engagement\, plus an average of 2-3 hours each day for asynchronous work in Canvas (reading\, watching videos\, working on drafting aspects of your course). \nLive sessions will take place via Zoom on Monday\, July 31st\, Wednesday\, August 2nd\, and Friday\, August 4th from 10-11am CT. To participate\, faculty must commit to attending the three live sessions. \nProgram Learning Objectives:\nParticipants will: \n\nLearn about and employ backwards design to develop a course plan;\nDesign\, develop\, and build materials for their course including learning goals\, assessment plan\, syllabus\, and more;\nDiscover strategies for helping students thrive\, including ways to promote meaningful interaction and support equitable learning; and\nExperience Canvas from the perspective of a student in a course.\n\nPlease contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation with questions about the program. \nNote that this course design institute is primarily open to faculty teaching this Fall at WashU. If you are a graduate student or postdoc who will be an instructor of record in an upcoming semester and would like to participate\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore for next steps. A limited number of spots will be available for graduate students and postdocs who are getting ready to teach independently. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/course-design-institute-07-31-23/
LOCATION:Via Canvas Course and Synchronous Zoom Sessions
CATEGORIES:- Multiple Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230330T192742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T152525Z
UID:16439-1684749600-1685098800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Course Design Institute: May 22 - May 26
DESCRIPTION:Redesigning a course over break? Tackling a new-to-you course or a brand new course this summer or in the fall? New to WashU and/or new to designing your own course? The CTL’s Course Design Institute (CDI) is for you! \nThis week-long intensive course design institute will guide participants in planning and preparing to teach a course that is supported by the latest research in teaching and learning. During the CDI\, facilitators will model and discuss a range of tools and strategies that can enhance your instruction\, increase student engagement\, ensure alignment between course goals and assessments\, and establish an inclusive learning environment for your students. \nParticipants who fully engage in the program will leave with a significant portion of their course planning finished\, including clearly delineated learning goals\, an assessment/assignment plan\, strategies for student engagement and Canvas use\, a draft of the syllabus and course policies\, and a detailed plan for the first day of class. \nThe CDI will be conducted through a combination of daily self-paced learning modules in Canvas and three\, hour-long synchronous Zoom meetings. Overall time commitment for participating includes 3.5 hours of live engagement\, plus an average of 2-3 hours each day for asynchronous work in Canvas (reading\, watching videos\, working on drafting aspects of your course). \nLive sessions will take place via Zoom on Monday\, May 22nd\, Wednesday\, May 24th\, and Friday\, May 26th from 10-11am CT. To participate\, faculty must commit to attending the three live sessions. \nProgram Learning Objectives:\nParticipants will: \n\nLearn about and employ backwards design to develop a course plan;\nDesign\, develop\, and build materials for their course including learning goals\, assessment plan\, syllabus\, and more;\nDiscover strategies for helping students thrive\, including ways to promote meaningful interaction and support equitable learning; and\nExperience Canvas from the perspective of a student in a course.\n\nPlease contact Dr. Meg Gregory\, meggregory@wustl.edu or Dr. Eric Fournier\, efournier@wustl.edu with questions about the program. \nNote that this course design institute is primarily open to faculty teaching this Summer or Fall at WashU. If you are a graduate student or postdoc who will be an instructor of record in an upcoming semester and would like to participate\, please contact meggregory@wustl.edu for next steps. A limited number of spots will be available for graduate students and postdocs who are getting ready to teach independently. \nRegister Here\nThe program has reached capacity registration. As such\, registration is now closed. If you have an urgent need to participate\, please reach out to Meg Gregory at meggregory@wustl.edu.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/may_2023_course-design-institute/
LOCATION:Via Canvas Course and Synchronous Zoom Sessions
CATEGORIES:- Multiple Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T123000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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UID:16404-1681905600-1681907400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Using PowerPoint to Create Jeopardy-Style Classroom Games
DESCRIPTION:In this special Tech Training\, co-sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Language Teaching Coalition\, Mark Dowell\, Lecturer of Spanish and Portuguese\, will discuss how he uses PowerPoint features to create games for his students. During this event\, participants will learn quick and easy techniques in PowerPoint for creating Jeopardy-style learning games. Discussion will follow about adapting these games to different teaching environments. \nIf you have questions about this event\, please feel free to email Dr. Meg Gregory at meggregory@wustl.edu \nRegister Here
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/4_19_23_usingppttocreatejepoardystyleclassroomgames/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T041842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16211-1681732800-1681734600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Effective Student Evaluations and Question Personalization
DESCRIPTION:Instructors have the opportunity to add up to three custom questions to their student course evaluations during the question personalization period. In this session\, we’ll discuss how to write effective questions\, increase student response rates\, and generally make the most out of the student course evaluation process. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director for Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/effective-student-evaluations-and-question-personalization_4-17-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
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SUMMARY:Language Teaching Spring Showcase Show & Tell 2023
DESCRIPTION:The CTL and Coalition for Language Teaching & Learning invite language instructors from across departments to participate in our Spring Showcase Show & Tell Event on Friday\, April 14th from 3:30-4:30pm\, with happy hour to follow from 4:30-5:30pm. This event is meant to be a fun\, low-stress (post-Spring Break) opportunity for language instructors to get together\, share\, and learn from each other. \nThis event will feature participants briefly sharing a favorite engaging in-class grammar activity that might transfer to other language-teaching contexts. \nAll participants will create a single PPT slide that includes your name\, a brief description of the grammar activity\, the level of course the activity is appropriate for\, and what you see as its benefits. The slide need not be fancy! Participants will share their ideas and each PPT slide will be collected and redistributed together with the others as a single PDF to all event participants as a “resource gallery” for future use. \nAll language instructors including faculty\, postdocs\, and grad students who are teaching independently\, are welcome to participate. If you can’t make it for the whole hour\, you are welcome to still participate when you can. Advanced registration is required. All attendees must plan to bring an activity to share. \nFor questions about the event\, please feel free to email Meg Gregory at meggregory@wustl.edu. \nRegister Here\nRegistration has now closed. Should you still wish to participate\, please email Meg at the address listed above.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/language-teaching-spring-showcase-show-tell-2023/
LOCATION:January Hall Rm 110
CATEGORIES:- Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T041419Z
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SUMMARY:Using the Jigsaw Method to Increase Student Engagement
DESCRIPTION:In a jigsaw\, students work in small\, interdependent groups with individuals given the responsibility for becoming “expert” in one aspect of a topic that they then teach to their peers in order to accomplish a group learning goal. Participants in this virtual conversation will learn how to design and manage a jigsaw in their own classes. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development. \n— \nThis event has been cancelled. There is\, however\, another session of this same Virtual Conversation on Tuesday\, April 4th at 11a.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/using-the-jigsaw-method-to-increase-student-engagement_4-6-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T125000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T033148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165721Z
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SUMMARY:Bringing Equity into Assessment
DESCRIPTION:How can we make sure that our assessment practices are equitable for all of our students? In this workshop\, we will discuss principles of equitable assessments and consider how we might implement these in our courses. Participants in the workshop will leave with concrete strategies to revise existing assessments and create new ones with an eye to promoting equality in their courses. \nFor questions about this workshop\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/bringing-equity-into-assessment_4-5-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T103000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T040842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16209-1680688800-1680690600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Crickets in the Classroom: Quick Tips for Jump-Starting Conversation When Participation Lags
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual conversation\, we’ll first reflect on reasons why students might be reluctant to participate during class time. Then\, we’ll discuss strategies for responding to “crickets” in the classroom including some options (both high tech and low tech) for changing things up when large group discussion isn’t working as intended and suggestions for facilitating effectively through silences. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Meg Gregory\, Associate Director for Faculty Programs and Services. \n  \nRegistration\nRegistration has now closed. If you still wish to participate\, please email Meg at the link above.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/crickets-in-the-classroom-quick-tips-for-jump-starting-conversation-when-participation-lags_4-5-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T143000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T035928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16207-1680616800-1680618600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Crickets in the Classroom: Quick Tips for Jump-Starting Conversation When Participation Lags
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual conversation\, we’ll first reflect on reasons why students might be reluctant to participate during class time. Then\, we’ll discuss strategies for responding to “crickets” in the classroom including some options (both high tech and low tech) for changing things up when large group discussion isn’t working as intended and suggestions for facilitating effectively through silences. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Meg Gregory\, Associate Director of Faculty Programs and Services. \n  \nRegistration\nRegistration has now closed. If you would still like to participate\, please email Meg at the link above.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/crickets-in-the-classroom-quick-tips-for-jump-starting-conversation-when-participation-lags_4-4-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T040347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16208-1680606000-1680607800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Using the Jigsaw Method to Increase Student Engagement
DESCRIPTION:In a jigsaw\, students work in small\, interdependent groups with individuals given the responsibility for becoming “expert” in one aspect of a topic that they then teach to their peers in order to accomplish a group learning goal. Participants in this virtual conversation will learn how to design and manage a jigsaw in their own classes. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Meg Gregory\, Associate Director of Faculty Programs and Services. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/using-the-jigsaw-method-to-increase-student-engagement_4-4-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T133000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T035432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16206-1678280400-1678282200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Question Prompts that Focus on Process over Product
DESCRIPTION:The process of learning to think\, fail\, and create with disciplinary content requires students to engage deeply with your course concepts and reflect on their own professional growth. This virtual conversation will explore how to design specific prompts and questions in your midcourse or final assignments that focus on process to help students consider assignments as not just a grade\, but an opportunity to learn and grow. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/creating-question-prompts-that-focus-on-process-over-product_3-8-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T155000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T034152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165721Z
UID:16203-1678201200-1678204200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Helping Students Make the Most of Instructor Feedback
DESCRIPTION:Instructors dedicate many hours each semester to commenting on and evaluating student work\, but is this feedback helping students to improve in the ways that we want it to? Are the students actually reading our feedback and are they interpreting it in the ways that we hope they are? In this workshop\, participants will learn about how students traditionally process instructor feedback. Then\, we’ll consider strategies for helping students make the most out of instructor feedback at various stages of the learning process. \nFor questions about this workshop\, contact Dr. Meg Gregory\, Associate Director of Faculty Programs and Services. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/helping-students-make-the-most-of-instructor-feedback_3-7-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T113000
DTSTAMP:20260712T081206
CREATED:20230126T034603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155222Z
UID:16204-1678186800-1678188600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Question Prompts that Focus on Process over Product
DESCRIPTION:The process of learning to think\, fail\, and create with disciplinary content requires students to engage deeply with your course concepts and reflect on their own professional growth. This virtual conversation will explore how to design specific prompts and questions in your midcourse or final assignments that focus on process to help students consider assignments as not just a grade\, but an opportunity to learn and grow. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director of Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/creating-question-prompts-that-focus-on-process-over-product_3-7-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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