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Adapted by Student Counseling Services and inspired by similar initiatives at other universities, the Red Folder is a quick-reference resource designed to help faculty and staff notice when a student may be struggling and feel confident in taking supportive action. This session introduces behavioral indicators, compassionate ways to check in, and how to use the […]
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Join the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) and the Center for Integrated Professional Development (CIPD) for a community reading of Teaching to Transgress by bell hooks. In this book, hooks, a black feminist author and teacher, challenges traditional models of learning and advocates for classrooms that nurture critical thinking, joy, and liberation. She shares ideas […] |
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This workshop offers STEM faculty a discipline-specific introduction to civic engagement as a meaningful context for applying disciplinary expertise to complex public challenges. Participants will explore how STEM fields contribute to pressing societal and community issues such as public health, sustainability, infrastructure, data equity, and ethical technology. Through examples drawn from multiple disciplines, the session highlights ways engaged teaching and scholarship align naturally with […] |
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This series of workshops will help faculty prepare general education courses for the new general education category in Experiential Learning and Civic Engagement. The first workshop will present best practices in experiential learning and civic engagement and will help faculty design or redesign their syllabi to include assignments with real-world applications that build students’ civic […] |
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Join ISU’s STEM Ambassadors for an interactive presentation and Q&A panel. Universal Design for Learning and related movements in education show that small course changes focused on overcoming obstacles can have positive impacts for all students. Student researchers surveyed ISU students to understand stumbling blocks in ISU courses and identified small steps that faculty can […] |
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In this dynamic session, we’ll explore why accessibility matters in your courses and how it can transform the learning experience for all courses, whether you are teaching face to face or online. Discover the secrets to creating a consistent layout that enhances navigation and learn how to effectively use headings to structure your content. We’ll […]
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Textbook and course material costs have increased wildly in the last few decades, outpacing college tuition, housing, and healthcare costs in the United States. As a result, many students postpone or do not purchase required course materials, which hampers their learning processes and impacts their grades. This workshop will introduce participants to Open Educational Resources […]
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Teaching can be an isolating experience. This reading group, intended for those who have been teaching at Illinois State for more than four years, provides an opportunity for instructors to engage in discussions to encourage peer support, networking, and mentorship. Experience new confidence in yourself and your ability to teach! During the Spring semester, we […] |
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This workshop provides online course facilitators with a few practical approaches to promoting academic honesty in online courses. These approaches include strategies for designing assessments, fostering trust and transparency, and addressing challenges such as the use of artificial intelligence tools. Registration is required. |
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Adapted by Student Counseling Services and inspired by similar initiatives at other universities, the Red Folder is a quick-reference resource designed to help faculty and staff notice when a student may be struggling and feel confident in taking supportive action. This session introduces behavioral indicators, compassionate ways to check in, and how to use the […]
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AI is rapidly transforming higher education, but students still need inclusive, relational learning spaces where their voices and identities matter. This session explores how faculty can integrate AI tools without compromising the human dimensions of teaching—empathy, trust, belonging, and shared meaning-making. Participants will examine practical strategies for balancing automation with interpersonal connection, including approaches to […] |
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Explore ways to increase interactivity and engagement within your online courses, while also meeting federal regulations for distance education. Regular and substantive interaction (RSI) is a federal requirement for all online courses that distinguishes “distance education” from “correspondence education”—the latter is ineligible to be paid for by federal financial funding (i.e., the University must return […]
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AI is rapidly transforming higher education, but students still need inclusive, relational learning spaces where their voices and identities matter. This session explores how faculty can integrate AI tools without compromising the human dimensions of teaching—empathy, trust, belonging, and shared meaning-making. Participants will examine practical strategies for balancing automation with interpersonal connection, including approaches to […]
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Are you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or simply stretched too thin? In today’s higher education landscape, many instructors are navigating an increasingly dynamic environment marked by political pressures, shrinking budgets, rising workloads, and shifting expectations from students and institutions. Now more than ever, we need spaces that support our well-being and remind us we’re not alone in this work. […] |
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STEM faculty across ISU have expressed a strong interest in learning with and from colleagues across the institution as they explore new ways to strengthen teaching and scholarship in interdisciplinary contexts. The Interdisciplinary STEM for the Public Good Learning Community, supported by the Excellence by Design Strategic Initiative Fund, builds on this interest by bringing together faculty from […] |
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Discover how to help learners retain and apply knowledge more effectively using research-based techniques. This workshop introduces effective approaches to strengthening long-term memory and deepening understanding by adjusting the way that students review materials and engage with course content. Participants will explore ways to design learning experiences that encourage students to connect ideas, revisit concepts […]
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This event is designed for early career faculty who are in their first three years at ISU. Join us for a panel discussion with senior faculty to learn more about strategies and recommendations they have for navigating tenure and promotion and building a strong network of support. During this informal discussion, you will learn from […]
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This series of workshops will help faculty prepare general education courses for the new general education category in Experiential Learning and Civic Engagement. The first workshop will present best practices in experiential learning and civic engagement and will help faculty design or redesign their syllabi to include assignments with real-world applications that build students’ civic […] |
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This hands-on session focuses on building assignments that remain meaningful in the age of generative AI. We examine design approaches that encourage cognitive complexity, transparency, iteration, and human judgment—even when students may have access to AI writing, coding, and problem-solving tools. Registration is required. |
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Join the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) and the Center for Integrated Professional Development (CIPD) for a community reading of Teaching to Transgress by bell hooks. In this book, hooks, a black feminist author and teacher, challenges traditional models of learning and advocates for classrooms that nurture critical thinking, joy, and liberation. She shares ideas […]
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Join ISU’s STEM Ambassadors for an interactive presentation and Q&A panel. Faculty support for students as they navigate transitions helps students thrive in college and beyond. ISU student researchers have developed a unique understanding of student perspectives on career transitions through research on ISU students’ experiences and the broader literature. Note: This session is a […] |
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Join us for an interactive workshop focused on making your Word, PDF, and PowerPoint documents accessible to every learner. We’ll kick off with a discussion on why accessibility is crucial in all formats. You’ll learn how to maintain a consistent layout across different document types, utilize headings for better organization, and add alt text that […]
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This hands-on session focuses on building assignments that remain meaningful in the age of generative AI. We examine design approaches that encourage cognitive complexity, transparency, iteration, and human judgment—even when students may have access to AI writing, coding, and problem-solving tools. |
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This workshop focuses on what civically engaged STEM looks like in everyday academic practice. An external expert in STEM civic engagement will join the session to introduce forward-looking practices and national perspectives. Participants will examine evidence-based models for engaged STEM teaching and scholarship, analyze examples from multiple disciplines, and consider how these approaches tackle real-world challenges while sustaining […] |
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This session focuses on evidence-based approaches to classroom observation as a component of peer review of teaching. Participants will examine the observation process and protocols and discuss their alignment with evidence-based teaching practices. Emphasis will be placed on focused observation, minimizing bias, and providing formative, actionable feedback. Participants will engage in simulated observations and practice developing observation […] |
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AI tools can support students by clarifying complex information, modeling thinking processes, and breaking down tasks—but they can also overwhelm learners. This session examines AI through the lens of cognitive science: working memory, attention, metacognition, and deep vs. shallow processing. Registration is required. |
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Refer – Red Folder, Session 3: Let’s Talk: Student Mental Health Consultations for Faculty and Staff
Refer – Red Folder, Session 3: Let’s Talk: Student Mental Health Consultations for Faculty and Staff
In your role as a faculty or staff member, students may turn to you for support, advice, or encouragement, often because they see you as a trusted presence. Let’s Talk is a consultation space designed to support you in those moments. Whether you're concerned about a specific student, navigating a classroom dynamic, or simply unsure […]
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The Center for Integrated Professional Development’s Online Education Learning Community is for online courses or have been doing so for many years, this community will focus on sharing experiences, co-learning, and navigating together the ever-changing landscape of teaching online. The reading selection for Spring 2026 is The Opposite of Cheating: Teaching for Integrity in the Age of […] |
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AI tools can support students by clarifying complex information, modeling thinking processes, and breaking down tasks—but they can also overwhelm learners. This session examines AI through the lens of cognitive science: working memory, attention, metacognition, and deep vs. shallow processing.
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Early Career Learning Community, Session 2: Classroom Practices that Foster Engagement and Belonging
Early Career Learning Community, Session 2: Classroom Practices that Foster Engagement and Belonging
The Center for Integrated Professional Development’s Early Career Learning Community offers course instructors in their first through third years of service at ISU a combination of professional development and peer support. Join us for a series of engaging conversations on teaching, learning, and thriving in academia. For spring 2026, we will focus on the Science […] |
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Early Career Learning Community, Session 2: Classroom Practices that Foster Engagement and Belonging
Early Career Learning Community, Session 2: Classroom Practices that Foster Engagement and Belonging
The Center for Integrated Professional Development’s Early Career Learning Community offers course instructors in their first through third years of service at ISU a combination of professional development and peer support. Join us for a series of engaging conversations on teaching, learning, and thriving in academia. For spring 2026, we will focus on the Science […] |
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Help students tackle complex tasks with confidence through effective scaffolding. Scaffolding is an instructional approach that provides temporary support to help students master new concepts and skills. In this session, we’ll examine various ways to design supportive learning experiences and how to gradually remove support as learners master skills and gain independence. Participants will learn […] |
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