Lunch ‘n’ Learn: Introduction to Canvas Basics – December 19 2017


Event Date & Time

  • December 19, 2017
    12:00 pm - 1:45 pm

Event Description

In this session, you will learn the basics, plus some helpful tips to save you time while setting up your course in Canvas. Topics in this session will include general navigation of the Canvas interface, notifications and communication, content creation and organization, and assignments (including quizzes, discussions). This workshop is an introduction to Canvas for new users. ⚒ Hands-on Session Type

Canvas Commons: Learning Object & Open Educational Resource Sharing Made Easy – Dec 11


Event Date & Time

  • December 11, 2017
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Description

Canvas Commons is UBC’s new learning object repository that enables instructors to find, import, and share resources with UBC and the public. This hands-on session will focus on the pragmatic elements of working with Canvas Commons, including how to find and import resources, best practices for sharing your educational materials, and the basics of working with open educational resources that are licensed to allow revision and reuse…⚒ Hands-on Session Type This session is open to the UBC Community.

WordPress and Wiki Clinic (Drop-In) – December 14 2017


Event Date & Time

  • December 14, 2017
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Description

The Drop-In Clinics are open for administrators of UBC weblogs or websites to get one-on-one support in WordPress and Wiki for Teaching and Learning or Administrative purposes. Participants should come prepared with a list of questions specific to their sites when attending this session. Specialists at the clinic will assist you in addressing and resolving those (more…)

WordPress and Wiki Clinic (Drop-In) – December 7 2017


Event Date & Time

  • December 7, 2017
    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Description

The Drop-In Clinics are open for administrators of UBC weblogs or websites to get one-on-one support in WordPress and Wiki for Teaching and Learning or Administrative purposes. Participants should come prepared with a list of questions specific to their sites when attending this session. Specialists at the clinic will assist you in addressing and resolving those (more…)

Graduate Instructional Skills Workshop – November 25, 26, December 2 2017


Event Date & Time

  • November 25, 2017
    8:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • November 26, 2017
    8:15 am - 5:00 pm
  • December 2, 2017
    8:15 am - 5:00 pm

Event Description

Registration for the WAITLIST of this ISW opens on Monday October 9th at 9am PST and closes on Friday October 13th at 4:30pm. Click “Register Now” to register for the WAITLIST only. If you are chosen to participate, you will be contacted directly by our office within 10 business days. *** Please note that the dates of this (more…)

Faculty Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) – December 2017


Event Date & Time

  • December 12, 2017 - December 14, 2017
    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Event Description

Please note that the dates of this event are December 12, 13, 14 2017.  To register, please click “register now” to fill out an application. Workshop Overview: This 3-day workshop, which focuses on teaching groups of students, is designed to enhance the teaching effectiveness of both new and experienced educators. In a supportive atmosphere, you will (more…)