Online courses can appear to be an obstacle to student engagement and motivation when compared to face-to-face courses. There are challenges in online courses that instructors face, such as the absence of non-verbal cues seen in student faces, the ability to show enthusiasm for the content being taught, and the apparent absence of a community […]
Whether you're embracing AI in the classroom or hoping to mitigate its use by your students, this workshop will guide you through crafting syllabus and assignment language to help communicate your expectations clearly. You will leave with a completed or nearly-completed policy for your syllabus, so please bring artifacts from a course you plan on […]
New to teaching in Canvas? Still working on building out your Canvas site and need a quick crash course as the semester begins? This workshop packs a lot in just 90 minutes: Learn how to get started with the most important settings and tools, create basic course content using Pages and Modules, communicate with students […]
The Red Folder, created by Student Counseling Services, is inspired by similar initiatives in California universities. It equips faculty and staff with the tools and knowledge to identify signs of student distress and take appropriate actions. The Red Folder includes vital information, protocols, strategies, and resources to help faculty and staff respond effectively to students […]
LGBTQIA2S+ youth, including college students, are among the most at-risk groups for mental health challenges, housing and food insecurity, and domestic violence, because of the ways in which society’s support systems fail to see and value them. Formerly referred called Safe Zone, Intro to Queer Allyship is a knowledge-level workshop focusing on using terminology appropriately, […]
This interactive workshop is designed to introduce faculty, staff, and administrators to the legal framework of the First Amendment, principles of free speech and academic freedom, and unprotected speech such as harassment or threats. Includes information on the evolving nature of the case law around academic freedom and the real challenges universities face in trying […]
Learn strategies to create a “safe” environment where students can engage in dialogue that fosters an understanding of multiple perspectives. Although not all classroom disruptions and challenges can be mitigated, evidence-based strategies would help you build trust in the classroom and teach the students skills they would need to have respectful dialogue. Registration is Required […]
Do you know the process instructors can take when a student demonstrates disruptive behaviors in the classroom? You’re not alone when dealing with such incidents. In this session, staff from the Dean of Students Office will walk you through the process for responding to classroom disruptions using real-life scenarios. We’ll also discuss what support the […]
In the second part of this 4-part series, SCS will go in-depth into ways to have difficult conversations with students who are struggling with mental health concerns, as well as resources and referrals where they can get help. Emphasis will be placed on faculty & staff self-care in managing these difficult interactions. You will also […]
LGBTQIA2S+ youth, including college students, are among the most at-risk groups for mental health challenges, housing and food insecurity, and domestic violence, because of the ways in which society’s support systems fail to see and value them. Formerly referred called Safe Zone, Intro to Queer Allyship is a knowledge-level workshop focusing on using terminology appropriately, […]
Learn strategies that will help you intervene in challenging situations and disruptive behaviors in your classrooms. Whether you teach controversial topics or not, “hot moments” could happen in any classroom. Knowing strategies to de-escalate tense situations would help you and your students work through tough issues and create shared understanding. You’ll get a chance to […]
The Center for Integrated Professional Development and Dean of Students office are partnering with the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program to offer the "Responding to Disruptive Classroom Behaviors" workshop for WGSS-affiliated faculty.