Writing Community
Online virtual eventTired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
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Better Breakouts: Tips & Techniques for Increasing Interaction in Zoom Sessions
Online virtual eventIn 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 […]
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Teaching with Generative AI Studio
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaThis 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 […]
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Accessing Statistics Canada Data for your Research
Library Building (LIB) 3287 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaLooking for data for your graduate thesis or post-doctoral project? This workshop will introduce you to both publicly available and restricted access Statistics Canada data, and how to apply to use restricted access data through UBCO Research Data Centre.
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Lightning Round Faculty Presentations: Innovative Technologies for Teaching
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaCome 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 […]
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Centre for Teaching and Learning New Faculty Orientation Tour
Campus Administration Building (ADM) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada +1 moreDrop 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 […]
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CANCELLED – Effective TA-Instructor Working Relationships
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaTeaching 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, […]
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Canvas Basics: How, Why and Try
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaBring 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 […]
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Syllabus Studio Drop-In
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaWhether 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. […]
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Writing Community
Online virtual eventTired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
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Introducing the Teaching with Technology Online Resource
Online virtual eventJoin 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 […]
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First Day of Class: Faculty Panel
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaWhat 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, […]
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Level up! What’s New in Canvas?
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaIn 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, […]
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English Language Conversation Circle
Library Building (LIB) 3287 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaDo you want to practice your English speaking skills? Join our English Conversation Circle on March 1.
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Weekly Writing Community
Online virtual eventTired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
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Narrative and Voice for Public Presentation
Library Building (LIB) 3287 University Way, Kelowna, BC, CanadaAs a graduate student, you will likely have opportunities throughout your career to present your work in public, whether that’s giving a pitch at a meeting, reading an excerpt of your writing, or giving a conference talk. This workshop will give participants a foundation for developing clear and catchy narrative structures and provide instruction on vocal exercises to strengthen your voice for public speaking.
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CANCELLED: Weekly Writing Community
Online virtual eventTired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
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Thesis and Dissertation Structure
Online virtual eventEmbarking on the journey of writing your thesis or dissertation? This online workshop offers valuable tools and techniques to support your thesis writing process.
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Teaching Writing in the Age of AI
This workshop will walk participants through the ethical and academic integrity issues with genAI (especially large language models/LLMs such as ChatGPT), then equip participants to teach academic writing effectively in the current environment.
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Community of Practice: Innovative Teaching Techniques and Tools
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaInstructors 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 […]
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Copyright and Your Thesis
Online virtual eventDo you want to learn how to use copyrighted material in your research, and how to protect your own rights as an author? If so, this workshop is for you!
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Open UBC Working Group
Online virtual eventThe Open UBC Working Group, which is composed of faculty, students and staff, meets regularly to advise, communicate and partner on open scholarship activities and projects happening at UBC. In […]
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Weekly Writing Community
Online virtual eventTired of solo writing sessions? Craving a supportive environment to fuel your creativity? Look no further than our weekly Writing Community, tailored for the UBCO community.
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Abstract and Lay Summary
Online virtual eventWe’ll explore strategies and provide sample abstracts and lay summaries from diverse fields and purposes, including theses, conferences, and funding applications.
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Community of Contract Faculty: First Meeting
Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, CanadaThis 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 […]
