Instruction Strategies

Facilitated by Dr. Stephanie Whalen from Harper College and Achieving the Dream this session unpacks how instruction can build on a student’s prior knowledge and cultural experiences to develop skills and increase engagement.

Research in educational and cognitive psychology demonstrates that when it comes to student learning, how we teach is often just as important, or even more important, than what we teach. This webinar looked at evidence-based strategies to improve our students’ learning.

Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work.

Led by Amanda Zekanis from Johnston Community College this presentation provided resources for faculty professional development and some of the classroom activities that can be implemented to engage students. The presentation also included data on the relationship between faculty professional development, student retention and success.

This session explored reframing student feedback, and was led by Claudia Gresham, retired faculty from Stanly Community College and current faculty at Pfeiffer University.

In this session join Susanna Blanchard as she illustrates how she delivers a flex class as an English instructor at CVCC.

This workshop explored best practices in crafting and implementing engaging discussions, as well as how to lead and moderate controversial and hot discussion topics through a belonging-minded and trauma-informed lens.

Facilitated by Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream this workshop provided an overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL, how it can be utilized to create engaging and responsive learning environments for all students, as well as principles and guidelines to help design new courses or revise existing ones.

Facilitated by a faculty member and student this session explores course design with emphasis on group work and active learning principles.

Led by Anthony Blair from Vance-Granville Community College this presentation provided strategies for integrating AI into curriculum, as well as tools for using AI successfully.

Facilitated by Stephanie Gilbert and Jamey Harlow, this session is part 1 of 2 of the discussion on HyFlex course design. HyFlex is defined as providing students the opportunity to attend a single course in three modalities.

Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work.

In this 4-part series the Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice has been designed to provide an opportunity for faculty and staff to come together to discuss current trends in artificial intelligence and how this emerging technology impacts their roles at the college as well as student learning. This is the first session of the series.

Facilitated by Dr. Malinda Daniel, this session is part 2 of the discussion on HyFlex course design. HyFlex is defined as providing students the opportunity to attend a single course in three modalities.

A flipped classroom requires that students complete independent work before class, leaving class time for hands-on application. This session explored the theory behind the flipped classroom model and strategies for course application.

The Café model features colleagues from different community colleges. This session featured Wilkes faculty and staff as they explored student success best practices in synchronous, asynchronous and high flex classroom models.

Facilitated by a panel of presenters this session unpacks the evolution of AI in the classroom, setting expectations for students and identified support for instructional practices.

The Café model features colleagues from different community colleges. This session featured Wilkes faculty and staff as they explored student success best practices in synchronous, asynchronous and high flex classroom models.

In this session participants were encouraged to critically evaluate their grading systems, further develop pedagogically collaborative relationships and a specific alternative grading application for their teaching.

Facilitated by Dr. Josh Howell this session discussed the North Carolina Community College Journal of Teaching Innovation, providing participants the opportunity to learn about submitting to the journal, the editorial process, and strategies to produce high quality publications surrounding NC community college topics. Participants also reviewed past issues.

Many colleges have made the decision to move towards half-term courses so that students can focus on fewer classes at a time and can complete courses even if “life happens” midway through a semester. This session highlights one college’s transition and the method that the faculty used to condense the courses; this session is beneficial for faculty wanting to streamline their full-term courses.

Colleagues from UVA’s Center for Teaching Excellence led this session providing background on alternative grading schemes and actionable steps to increase your course’s equitable grading practices.

Designed for faculty and staff of community colleges, the session demystifies the complex world of AI. One of the highlights of this presentation is an introduction to prompt writing.

Jon Iuzzini from Achieving the Dream led this session that explored using data to support evidence based instructional practices. Content includes leveraging small group instructor feedback and using disaggregated course success data.

This session explored Open Education Resource (OER) strategies for course implementation and was led by Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream.

Join presenters from Blue Ridge Community College in their presentation of four study skills that can be embedded in courses immediately.

This session is led by Leanne Wieland, and explores curriculum development and instructional design from a student centered approach.

Led by Dr. Kristin Redfield this session covered ways to make sure that course assignments are in alignment with course outcomes. The focus was on making sure that students are given as few assignments as are necessary to assess what needs to be assessed while not being burdened with what they see as “busy work.”

Led by Susan Adams from Achieving the Dream this AM session was designed to empower participants with practical skills for integrating active learning techniques into their teaching, adaptable to various classroom modalities, including seated, hybrid, online, hy-flex, and flipped formats.

Led by Susan Adams from Achieving the Dream this PM session was designed to empower participants with practical skills for integrating active learning techniques into their teaching, adaptable to various classroom modalities, including seated, hybrid, online, hy-flex, and flipped formats.

Mindfulness and contemplative pedagogy can assist an individual in raising their own self-awareness, and this holistic method can help curb the stressors that an individual may face in an overstimulated society. The session mapped respective theoretical foundations, potential activities for both students and faculty members, and provide a brainstorm session for faculty to develop their own mindfulness and contemplative pedagogical practices.

Led by Achieving the Dream in this workshop participants embarked on a journey to become adept curators and creators of OER, by exploring the vast landscape of freely licensed educational materials.

A comprehensive presentation addressing the merits of adopting a growth mindset in teaching and learning practices. This session acknowledges the common challenge faced by both new and experienced instructors in recognizing that obstacles present opportunities for improvement. The core idea is to shift from a fixed to a growth mindset, acknowledging intelligence as a malleable and evolving trait.

Join two community college faculty as they illustrate how they incorporate AI and Chat GPT in their current course(s) prepartion and facilitation.

Join two community college faculty as they illustrate how they incorporate AI and Chat GPT in their current course(s) prepartion and facilitation.

Join two community college faculty as they illustrate how they incorporate AI and Chat GPT in their current course(s) prepartion and facilitation.

Join two community college faculty as they illustrate how they incorporate AI and Chat GPT in their current course(s) prepartion and facilitation.

Join Dr. Jack Bagwell, President of College of The Albemarle and NCCCS 2024 President of the Year, as he shares his wisdom in leadership skills and the principle of "Leading From Where You Are".

Who is Gen Z? What defines them? What can we do to effectively reach, teach, and communicate with these students online? Join us as we take a look at the student population that represents the majority of curriculum FTE for some community colleges. We will review relevant data, discuss Gen Z realities, and explore

This interactive professional development workshop will explore best practices for providing constructive feedback on student writing. Whether you teach writing courses or integrate writing assignments into your subject area, this session offers valuable insights and techniques to help your students improve their writing skills.

Specification grading integrates several assessment and feedback methods to ensure that students demonstrate what they have learned in a course. Join Julie Dillon for a conversation about what specification grading is, what the benefits and challenges are, and how you can implement it in your course.

This engaging presentation delved into a fascinating world where AI takes on the role of a trusted ally for professors, simplifying and enhancing the teaching experience. We explored an array of AI-powered tools and platforms designed to assist educators in their daily tasks, including crafting lesson plans, syllabi, and rubrics, managing emails, providing thoughtful responses, and expediting the paper reviewing process. Discover how AI can help you reclaim valuable time, reduce administrative burden, and empower you to focus on your students and the art of teaching.

Instructors have access to a wealth of data in their courses every semester. Join Dr. Sheena Serslev, Director of Institutional Assessment at George Mason University, for this webinar that explores how instructors can use data from the formative and summative assessments in their courses to make data-informed decisions.

Universal Design for Learning is a set of guidelines that help instructors develop courses to include all learners, ensuring no one is left behind. UDL empowers both instructors and students to achieve more than they thought possible. Come to this interactive session on UDL to learn simple but impactful ways to make learning accessible to all students regardless of background and experiences.

This session is the second installment from the Central Hub's series Insight to Impact. Dr. Joseph Levy, consultant and Associate Vice Provost of Accreditation and Quality Improvement at Excelsior University, leads this webinar that explores how instructors can use course evaluations to make data-informed decisions.

This session is the third installment of the Central Hub's series Insight to Impact. This session, facilitated by Dr. Commie Richardson, explored how instructors can enhance their teaching skills through the data produced from observations.

This session will provide a review of current research on AI's impact on education, highlighting key findings and emerging trends. Then, participants will explore various AI tools and technologies that can enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Facilitated by Dr. Trent Mohrbutter, this workshop helps CTE faculty develop a positive and supportive educational environment that boosts student engagement, increases retention, improves success, and fosters a sense of community and belonging. During this workshop you'll have access to techniques like reading strategies, developing critical thinking, encouraging collaboration and communication that you can immediately use in your classroom to make your teaching more effective and increase student success.

Dr. Will Miller, led the fourth installment of the Central Hub's series Insight to Impact. Participants learned how to analyze student course performance, evaluate instructional changes, and develop data-informed instructional strategies.

Drawing from the Adult Learner Guidebook Second Edition by the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State University, this session highlights common characteristics and challenges faced by adult learners in the North Carolina Community College System.

Drawing from the Adult Learner Guidebook Second Edition by the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State University, this session highlights common characteristics and challenges faced by adult learners in the North Carolina Community College System.

Drawing from the Adult Learner Guidebook Second Edition by the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State University, this session highlights common characteristics and challenges faced by adult learners in the North Carolina Community College System.

Drawing from the Adult Learner Guidebook Second Edition by the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research at NC State University, this session highlights common characteristics and challenges faced by adult learners in the North Carolina Community College System.

In this session, we will explore practical strategies to support students with limited technology skills. Topics covered include a range of approaches to create a learning environment with inclusion, from simplifying digital tools to providing step-by-step guidance and resources. Participants will leave equipped with actionable techniques to bridge the tech divide, ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed in a digitally-driven educational landscape.

Congratulations on securing a teaching position! Transitioning from a practitioner to a successful instructor involves embracing new responsibilities and refining your skills. This session will offer practical steps to help you thrive in your new role, such as ways to use your experience to your benefit, develop your teaching philosophy, networking, and building those teaching and classroom management skills. This session is geared for instructors in their first three to five years of teaching.

This session will introduce and demonstrate instructional technology tools that pair well with research-based strategies to increase engagement, foster collaboration, and build relational capacity between students, the instructor, and the content through any mode of instruction.

This is a dynamic and insightful event designed to equip educators with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in an ever-changing academic landscape. Join us for an engaging discussion on the latest trends shaping higher education, including advancements in AI and digital learning, student engagement strategies, the future of assessment and credentialing, equity and inclusion in academia, and the evolving role of faculty in higher education.

Dr. Jason Moldoff, the 2024 Durham Tech winner, shares examples of how he creates a stimulating first five minutes of class to increase student engagement. Christopher Wayne Hardin, the 2024 Johnston Community College winner, provides insights on building trust, open communication, and humility in his teaching practice.