Intended Audience: Graduate students enrolled in a degree-seeking program at UBC (Okanagan). The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally certified program designed to increase teaching effectiveness and encourage reflection on […]
In this participatory online session, you will be able to experience some simple, effective techniques for Zoom sessions to increase student motivation, engagement, and interaction. Facilitators: Alwyn Spies, Associate Professor […]
This studio style-session is designed for instructors using or curious about using Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in their teaching. Bring your questions and ideas related to incorporating Gen AI into […]
Come join a lightning round type presentation where some UBCO instructors will speak about innovative tools they have developed and/or third party tools they have integrated to enhance their teaching […]
Drop by between to meet the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) team, visit our spaces and get oriented to how we can support you. You can start the tour […]
Teaching Assistants (TA) play a significant and varied role on our campus. From facilitating classroom and laboratory experiences, leading tutorials, guiding learners in office hours, and assignment and assessment grading, […]
Bring your laptop to this interactive session where you will learn how to use the basics of Canvas, why to use these different Canvas tools and then try these in […]
Whether you are drafting a syllabus for a new course or updating one from a previous term, we invite you to drop by the Syllabus Studio for consultation and tips. […]
Join us on a virtual tour of an exciting new online resource to help instructors decide which technology tools to use for teaching. The resource aligns with the four official […]
What would you like students to take away from your first meeting with them? Beyond introducing the syllabus, the first day of class is an opportunity to connect with students, […]
In this interactive workshop, you will learn about two new Canvas capabilities: Learning Mastery Gradebook, which helps instructors assess the outcome standards being used in Canvas courses, and New Quizzes, […]
Instructors are invited to join a monthly facilitated exploration of innovative teaching techniques and tools. Bring your questions, ideas, and experiences to this conversation. Our topic for this session will […]
This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns and questions identified by our community members. At this first meeting, we will determine the meeting frequency and […]
You're invited to a special one-day screening of short films by Indigenous creators, highlighting the profound impacts of the residential school system and the enduring legacy of education on Inuit, […]
In this session we will walk you through some strategies for finding open content to adapt, or include within your learning resources, as well as best practices for attribution.
Join us for a discussion with Taylor & Francis VP External Affairs and Policy, Priya Madina, on AI and academic publishing.
Join us for our second discussion of the term! No registration is necessary but if you are not already on the email list, please reach out to Barbara Komlos (barbara.komlos@ubc.ca). […]
Whether you are looking for training for yourself or your research assistants, this training will cover the basics of how to use Pressbooks to create and enhance content.
Drop in to the Accessibility Studio for one-on-one guidance from specialists about designing course materials and OER so they are more accessible for all students.
This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns, and questions identified by our community members. This month, there are two opportunities to meet (October 23 and […]
In this session we will discuss the potential of AI in generating dynamic content, including interactive textbooks, and its potential in developing open educational resources and practices.
This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns, and questions identified by our community members. This month, there are two opportunities to meet (October 23 and […]
In this presentation, David Gaertner Assoicate Professor Institute for Critical Indigenous Studies will draw from Indigenous theorists and authors to situate generative AI and large language models (LLMs) within a long colonial history of extraction.
In this seminar, our goal is to provide practical insights and valuable information for both new and experienced authors.
In this multi-access session we will explore some essential considerations and introduce avenues for seeking support when planning accessible and inclusive events and learning environments on campus. You are welcome […]
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