Navigating Blended Learning
Dates: Tuesday, 1/16 or Wednesday, 1/17 from 1-2 pm
Participants are invited to Join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for an engaging one-hour session designed to equip higher education faculty and staff with a comprehensive understanding of blended learning methodologies. In this session, we will explore the concept of blended learning, its benefits, various models, key design principles, essential technology tools, and real-world examples.
Navigating Blended Learning Registration Form
Learning Tool Exploration: Canvas Integrations for Student Engagement
Dates: Tuesday, 1/23 or Wednesday, 1/24 from 1 – 2pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to preview a variety of Penn State approved learning tools that enhance student engagement. These tools, known as Learning Tool Integrations (LTIs), can be seamlessly integrated into Canvas courses. Attendees will participate in a series of small group breakout sessions where they will be given an overview of one of the tools by a TLT or ITLD representative and review classroom applications.
Learning Tool Exploration: Canvas Integrations for Student Engagement Registration Form
Engaging Students in Remote Synchronous Classrooms
Dates: Tuesday, 1/30 or Wednesday, 1/31 from 1 pm – 3 pm, Optional: Friday, 2/2 10 am – 12 noon Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to identify technologies that can enhance student engagement in remote synchronous (RS) classroom settings. Strategies, resources, and tools for enhancing communication, collaboration, and active learning in a remote synchronous setting will be discussed. Attendees will participate in hands-on demonstrations of whiteboards, video, chat, and student response systems. An optional “Sandbox Time” is offered as an opportunity to explore specific activities or tools that faculty would like to incorporate into their courses.
Engaging Students in Remote Synchronous Classrooms Registration Form
Learning Tool Exploration: AI Tools for Teaching and Learning
Dates: Tuesday, 2/6, 1 pm – 2 pm or Wednesday, 2/7 from 1 – 2pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to preview a variety of AI tools and see how faculty can use these tools to enhance creativity, productivity, and efficiency within teaching and learning practices. Attendees will participate in a series of small group breakout sessions where they will be given an overview of AI tools by a TLT representative and review classroom applications. The categories of tools include Text, Imagery, Instructional AI, Video, and AI productivity.
Learning Tool Exploration: AI Tools for Teaching and Learning Registration Form
Engaging Students through Feedback Using Various Penn State Technologies
Dates: Tuesday, 2/20, 1 pm – 2 pm or Wednesday, 2/21 1 – 2pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to discuss Penn State recommended technology tools alongside 7 Characteristics of Better Learning Feedback that encourage student motivation and success.
Engaging Students through Feedback Using Various Penn State Technologies Registration Form
Learning Tool Exploration: DEIB Technologies
Dates: Monday, 2/26 or Thursday, 2/29, 1-2 pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to preview a variety of different Penn State approved tools available to instructors to assist with representation, name pronunciation, and more. Attendees will participate in a series of small group breakout sessions where they will be given an overview of one of the tools and review classroom applications.
Learning Tool Exploration: DEIB Technologies Registration Form
IMPACTful Learning: Bridging Technology, Empathy, and Education through Interactive Gameplay
Dates: Tuesday, 3/5 or Wednesday, 3/6, 1-2pm
Dive into our upcoming session, where we unpack IMPACT – an engaging, card-based exploratory game designed to stimulate thought-provoking conversations on how technology shapes society. From fostering empathy with diverse character cards to analyzing potential tech influences through action cards, IMPACT creates an immersive learning space for nuanced discussions. This interactive session will guide you on integrating this versatile tool into your classroom, serving as a dynamic icebreaker, a novel introduction to emerging technologies, or an enlightening DEIB activity. Spark curiosity, nurture critical thinking, and broaden horizons with IMPACT – where technology, empathy, and education intersect in thrilling gameplay. Be a part of this transformative educational journey; let’s make an IMPACT together!
Learning Tool Exploration: Digital Whiteboards
Dates: Tuesday, 4/2 or Wednesday, 4/3, 1 – 2pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a virtual session where participants will have the opportunity to preview a variety of different Penn State approved digital whiteboard tools available to instructors. Attendees will participate in a series of small group breakout sessions where they will be given an overview of one of the tools by a TLT representative and review classroom applications. Presenters will also share alternatives to Google Jamboard, which will be retired on October 1, 2024.
Learning Tool Exploration: Digital Whiteboards Registration
Enhancing Instructional Materials Using Generative AI Tools
Dates: Tuesday, 4/9 or Wednesday, 4/10, 1 – 2 pm
Participants are invited to join Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) for a session focusing on ways instructors can use generative AI tools to enhance and support instruction, such as creating content (i.e. quiz banks, lesson plans, assignment instructions, etc.), drafting comments, and answering frequently asked questions.
Enhancing Instructional Materials Using Generative AI Tools Registration Form