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Spring 2025
January
Jan 23
Elevate your Canvas Course with DesignPlus | Thursday, January 23 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Virtual, via Zoom | View Recording >>
In this workshop, you’ll learn how you can use this tool to make your Canvas courses more visually engaging, organized, and interactive. Bring a Canvas assignment, discussion, or page and we’ll show you how to use DesignPlus to elevate its design. DesignPlus is a Canvas integration available to all VCU faculty.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
In this workshop, you’ll learn how you can use this tool to make your Canvas courses more visually engaging, organized, and interactive. Bring a Canvas assignment, discussion, or page and we’ll show you how to use DesignPlus to elevate its design. DesignPlus is a Canvas integration available to all VCU faculty.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
February
Feb 6
Getting Started with Harmonize | Thursday, February 6 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Virtual, via Zoom | View Recording >>
Want to take your online discussions to the next level? VCU now has access to the Harmonize discussion tool, an innovative and engaging platform that offers easy set-up, autograding, and AI assistance. In this one-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to set up Harmonize, utilize its features, and walk away with a Harmonize discussion you can use in your course. Come ready with a discussion prompt!
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
Want to take your online discussions to the next level? VCU now has access to the Harmonize discussion tool, an innovative and engaging platform that offers easy set-up, autograding, and AI assistance. In this one-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to set up Harmonize, utilize its features, and walk away with a Harmonize discussion you can use in your course. Come ready with a discussion prompt!
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
Feb 21
Getting Started with Peerceptiv | Friday, February 21 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Virtual, via Zoom | View Recording >>
Join us for our workshop, "Getting Started with Peerceptiv" on February 21st at 10AM. Peerceptiv is a Canvas integration tool available to all VCU faculty. In this workshop we will be exploring how to set up peer and self review assignments, as well as rubric creation and ways to expand on student to student feedback.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
Join us for our workshop, "Getting Started with Peerceptiv" on February 21st at 10AM. Peerceptiv is a Canvas integration tool available to all VCU faculty. In this workshop we will be exploring how to set up peer and self review assignments, as well as rubric creation and ways to expand on student to student feedback.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
March
Mar 3
Designing Rubrics for Success and Alternate Grading | Monday, March 3 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Virtual, via Zoom | View Recording >>
Join us on March 3, 2025, at 11am for our workshop, "Designing Rubrics for Success and Alternative Grading." Whether you’re new to rubrics or looking to refine your methods, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies to create rubrics that clarify expectations, streamline assessments, and support student growth. Explore approaches like mastery-based grading, pass/fail systems, and specifications grading, while gaining tips for designing effective rubrics.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
Join us on March 3, 2025, at 11am for our workshop, "Designing Rubrics for Success and Alternative Grading." Whether you’re new to rubrics or looking to refine your methods, this workshop will equip you with practical strategies to create rubrics that clarify expectations, streamline assessments, and support student growth. Explore approaches like mastery-based grading, pass/fail systems, and specifications grading, while gaining tips for designing effective rubrics.
Event Resources below; Zoom link provided upon registration.
April
Apr 4
Building Accessible Courses: Practical Strategies for Faculty | Friday, April 4 | 10:00-11:00 AM | Virtual, via Zoom | Register Here
Wondering how to make your courses more accessible and inclusive for all learners? Join us for a workshop where LEDstudio instructional designers will guide you through simple, practical strategies to enhance accessibility in your courses–whether you’re teaching online or in person. We’ll explore best practices, answer your questions, and help ease any concerns you have. You’ll leave with valuable tips, resources, and the confidence to create courses that support all learners! Let’s make accessibility easier–together!
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Wondering how to make your courses more accessible and inclusive for all learners? Join us for a workshop where LEDstudio instructional designers will guide you through simple, practical strategies to enhance accessibility in your courses–whether you’re teaching online or in person. We’ll explore best practices, answer your questions, and help ease any concerns you have. You’ll leave with valuable tips, resources, and the confidence to create courses that support all learners! Let’s make accessibility easier–together!
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Apr 15
Intro to AI in the Classroom: AI and Course Design | Tuesday, April 15 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Virtual, via Zoom | Register Here
Join us for our workshop, "Intro to AI in the Classroom: AI and Course Design," on Tuesday, April 15th, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Discover tools and strategies for integrating generative AI into course design and content creation. We'll begin with a focus on backward design and explore how AI can inspire innovation in your courses.
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Join us for our workshop, "Intro to AI in the Classroom: AI and Course Design," on Tuesday, April 15th, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Discover tools and strategies for integrating generative AI into course design and content creation. We'll begin with a focus on backward design and explore how AI can inspire innovation in your courses.
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Apr 29
Teaching Across Generational Divides | Tuesday, April 29 | 2:00-3:00 PM | Virtual, via Zoom | Register Here
Join us on April 29 at 2:00 PM for our workshop, "Teaching Across Generational Divides." Today’s classrooms often include students from multiple generations, each bringing unique perspectives, learning preferences, and motivations. In this session, we’ll explore strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment that engages learners across age groups and experience levels. Learn how to adapt your teaching methods, leverage diverse perspectives, and incorporate flexible approaches to meet the needs of all your students. Whether you teach face-to-face, online, or hybrid courses, this workshop will provide practical insights to enhance your teaching effectiveness.
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Join us on April 29 at 2:00 PM for our workshop, "Teaching Across Generational Divides." Today’s classrooms often include students from multiple generations, each bringing unique perspectives, learning preferences, and motivations. In this session, we’ll explore strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment that engages learners across age groups and experience levels. Learn how to adapt your teaching methods, leverage diverse perspectives, and incorporate flexible approaches to meet the needs of all your students. Whether you teach face-to-face, online, or hybrid courses, this workshop will provide practical insights to enhance your teaching effectiveness.
Zoom link provided upon registration.
Note: Registration links for some workshops/events will be added about two to three weeks ahead of that date. Last updated Jan 27, 2025.
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