Faculty Development Opportunities — 10/20/2021

  

Open Education Conference You’re invited to attend the Open Education Conference virtually. The Open Educational Resources (OER) Office has spots available for SLCC Faculty interested in or working with OER. This conference is one of the main OER Professional Development Opportunities available and a favorite among SLCC Faculty. The conference will be held October 18-22; live programming will take place between 10 am to 6 pm EDT, all sessions will be recorded and shared after. The Conference theme this year is “Making Open for All.”
 
For more information on the Open Education Conference, visit https://openeducationconference.org/.
Please register before October 1 to save your spot. 
 
Tech Tip Tuesday, Nov. 2, Nov.16 12:00-1:00pm, virtual


Faculty Learning Community: JEDI in the Classroom
This Faculty Learning Community (FLC) is designed as an ongoing space for faculty to be in community with each other, develop trust for open dialogue, and discuss justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) issues in the classroom. 
Dates: Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm, October 21, November 18,TB225D-A, hybrid. 
 
Creating an Inclusive Classroom Climate, Oct. 27. 2:30-4:30, TB225D-A; Hybrid 

Research shows us that when students feel a sense of belonging in class, their learning outcomes improve. In this workshop, faculty will discuss strategies for setting an inclusive and respectful tone as well as how to respond when challenging situations arise in the classroom. 
Research shows us that when students feel a sense of belonging in class, their learning outcomes improve. In this workshop, faculty will discuss strategies for setting an inclusive and respectful tone as well as how to respond when challenging situations arise in the classroom. 
 
Digication 101 (f2f--Victoria), Oct. 29. 10:00-11:00, TB 225D-B
 
Faculty Originator+ training, Nov. 04 3:00-4:00pm, Nov. 11 3:00-4:00, TB225D-B
This session will review content of previous Faculty Originator training sessions and explore other functions in the tool. Please join us for a refresher, or to learn something new.
 
Writing Intensive Designation Q&A, Nov. 5,10:00-11:00am, Nov.9 5:30-6:30
This informal workshop will introduce faculty and academic administrators to the SLCC Writing Intensive Designation and its application and approval process. Applications for Summer and Fall 2022 are due in January and February.
Developing an Inclusive Syllabus Workshop, Dec 1, 2:30-4:00pm
While the syllabus is a familiar feature in an academic course, we often overlook strategies to design a syllabus that is inclusive. Whether you are an experienced or new faculty member, participants will have the opportunity to develop or assess a syllabus for inclusive components such as tone, policies, statements, and transparency. If possible, please bring a syllabus with you.
 
Open Education Conference You’re invited to attend the Open Education Conference virtually. The Open Educational Resources (OER) Office has spots available for SLCC Faculty interested in or working with OER. This conference is one of the main OER Professional Development Opportunities available and a favorite among SLCC Faculty. The conference will be held October 18-22; live programming will take place between 10 am to 6 pm EDT, all sessions will be recorded and shared after. The Conference theme this year is “Making Open for All.”
 
For more information on the Open Education Conference, visit https://openeducationconference.org/.
Please register before October 1 to save your spot. 

Canvas User Credential (12 hours) – Register under eLearning.