Fall 2016 Workshop Catalog Digital Education Collaborative From Process to Published: Class Blogging with WordPress Have you ever wondered how to give students an authentic audience? In this workshop, we will examine the process of implementing class blogging assignments using the Longwood blogs WordPress platform. This workshop will focus on building the technical understandings and the pedagogical processes involved with blogging, including how to structure assignments and assess student work. Date Time 01/19/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 01/28/2016 1:00 PM2:00 PM Echo360 and the Active Learning Platform Come explore the exciting updates to the Echo 360 platform. The Active Learning Platform (ALP) enables instructors to create interactive learning experiences for students using a variety of different technologies. The ALP provides students with a more interactive way to engage with Echo content, which includes the ability to ask and answer questions, participate in interactive activities, and take notes that sync with instructor content. Date Time 01/05/2016 1:00 PM2:00 PM 01/08/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM 01/12/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 01/13/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM 01/15/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/02/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 04/05/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 04/07/2016 1:00 PM2:00 PM 04/13/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM DegreeWorks for Academic Advisors In this workshop, we will provide an overview of the DegreeWorks degree audit solution and some best practices for academic advisors. This session will be collaboratively hosted by the DEC and representatives of the Office of the Registrar. Date Time 02/23/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/23/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 02/25/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM 02/26/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/29/2016 11:00 AM12:00 PM 03/01/2016 1:00 PM2:00 PM Using Google Apps for Education Explore the ecosystem of Google applications and experience Google Drive, Google Hangouts, YouTube, Google Sites and more. ***Creating a Google account before attending is highly recommended*** Date Time 01/26/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 02/08/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM Let Them Be Heard: Podcasting in the Classroom Provide students with an alternative method of writing and researching for an authentic audience. This workshop will introduce some common applications for creating podcasts. This workshop assumes no prior experience with podcasting is designed for anyone interested in podcasting. Date Time 01/26/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/10/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor In this workshop, we will learn about two tools that can be paired with Canvas to ensure the integrity of online and classbased electronic testing. Respondus LockDown Browser is a separate web browser that locks down a student's computer when they take any assessment that requires the technology. Respondus Monitor is an addon technology to the LockDown Browser that verifies the student’s identity and records the testing environment. In this workshop, you will get handson experience using these tools and learn some best practices in implementing the tools to minimize student test anxiety. Date Time 02/09/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/18/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 04/01/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 04/11/2016 11:00 AM12:00 PM 04/15/2016 10:00 AM11:00AM Crafting Picture Perfect Content: Canvas and Visual Design In this workshop, we will implement some techniques to create visually appealing and user friendly Canvas courses. We will craft interactive home pages and examine the user experience to determine the best ways to present information and organize content. Bring a flash drive and download a set of royalty free images for your content area from the DEC’s image library. This workshop addresses Quality Matters standards 6 and 8 and is ideal for anyone preparing for or revising based on a review. Date Time 01/28/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/11/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM Advanced Canvas In this workshop, we will take a look at some advanced tools in Canvas that can help you create a more effective learning environment. We will go over things like course analytics, quiz statistics, assignment rules, module prerequisites, and a few other things that intermediate to advanced users would find helpful. This is not an overview of Canvas, so this workshop is most appropriate for users with some experience teaching with Canvas, although everyone is welcome. Date Time 02/03/2016 2:00 PM3:00 PM 02/16/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 02/19/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM 02/24/2016 10:00 AM11:00 AM 04/06/2016 1:00 PM2:00 PM 04/19/2016 9:00 AM10:00 AM
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