Lunch’n’Learn: Introduction to Canvas Basics – September 19, 2018
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In this session we will explore such topics as 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
Lunch’n’Learn: Introduction to Canvas Basics – September 12, 2018
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In this session we will explore such topics as 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
Lunch’n’Learn: Introduction to Canvas Basics – September 6, 2018
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In this session we will explore such topics as 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
Exploring How Canvas Analytics Can Be Used to Improve Teaching and Learning Outcomes – September 13, 2018
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Canvas course analytics and quiz statistics are potentially useful tools for understanding how students are engaging with course materials and designs. This workshop will introduce how to locate and use basic analytics such as activity, submissions, participation, and page views in Canvas and how to think about that information in terms of how student engagement (more…)
TA-Instructor Working Relationship (For TAs)
Series: Pro-D for Graduate Students
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As a Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely in different roles with an experienced instructor to teach. When this relationship goes well, it can be rewarding, educational, and fun. When it does not, it can be frustrating and overwhelming. In this session we will explore the various needs and expectations (including the TA contract) (more…)
Working with TAs Effectively: Saving Everyone’s Time! (For Faculty)
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Effective Teaching Assistants (TA) can save you time and headache, which allows you to focus on your ‘teaching’; furthermore, they play a significant role in students’ learning. As instructors, there are several things we can do to ensure that our TAs work effectively and efficiently. This requires our support and guidance. In this session, we (more…)
Developing Your Skills as a Peer Reviewer of Teaching: Introductory Workshop – Sept 5, 2018
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This workshop is ONLY for reviewers and reviewees (people whose teaching is being revieweed) involved in the Department of Asian Studies Peer Review of Teaching Program. We welcome all reviewers and candidates of THIS DEPARTMENT to join! Event description: The formative peer review of teaching (PRT) is a process designed to provide feedback to instructors about their (more…)
Cultural Safety and Addressing Systemic Racism with Harley Eagle, in partnership with UBC Learning Circle
Series: Indigenous Initiatives
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We welcome Harley Eagle to the Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health, presenting from the UBC Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology, and live streaming through the UBC Learning Circle for a conversation on cultural safety and addressing systemic racism. Indigenous people experience racism in health and educational settings. This webinar will focus on why (more…)
Grounding Our Practice in Place
Series: Indigenous Initiatives
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The Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT) Indigenous Initiatives team will be hosting our first kick-off event for the academic year, Grounding Our Practice in Place. This session will highlight positionality and place through educational resources as well as share new offerings for the upcoming academic term. Special guests across campus will be invited (more…)
Mentoring (for Senior TAs)
Series: Pro-D for Graduate Students
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This workshop is meant for senior TAs who will be serving, formally or informally, as mentors for other TAs in their department. During the workshop, you will focus on developing specific mentoring skills. The early part of the day will focus on setting up the mentoring relationship, and the latter part of the day will (more…)