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Course Design, Syllabi Support & Transformation

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CentralEquitizing the Syllabus Part 1
Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream and formerly a dean at Wake Tech discusses the differences between equality, diversity and equity and justice while designing inclusive learning spaces.This session is 1 of 2.
2023-01-10
CentralEquitizing the Syllabus Part 2
Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream presents part 2 of the session on designing inclusive learning spaces.
2023-01-12
EastEquitizing the Syllabus Part 1
Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream and former dean at Wake Tech presents part 1 of the session on culturally responsive teaching. She includes 6 equity minded concepts to include in a syllabus.
2023-10-27
EastEquitizing the Syllabus Part 2
Dr. Tanya Scott presents part 2 of the session on culturally responsive teaching. You are encouraged to have a copy of one of your syllabi available for this session.
2023-11-03
WestRethinking Discussion Boards
Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work.
2023-02-09
WestEmbedding Study Skills in College Course
Join presenters from Blue Ridge Community College in their presentation of four study skills that can be embedded in courses immediately.
2024-01-17
WestWest Café Universal Design Learning (UDL)
The Café model features colleagues from different community colleges. This session featured Gaston College and McDowell Tech faculty and staff as they explored Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and practices.
2023-03-01
WestWhen Feedback Attacks - Rethinking and Reframing Student Feedback
This session explored reframing student feedback, and was led by Claudia Gresham, retired faculty from Stanly Community College and current faculty at Pfeiffer University.
2023-03-03
WestFlex Class Delivery and Engagement
In this session join Susanna Blanchard as she illustrates how she delivers a flex class as an English instructor at CVCC.
2023-03-09
WestTiered Feedback
This session explored the tiered feedback method, which includes engaging students in rubric cased feedback and using office hours to build a plan for future assignments.
2023-03-17
WestSyllabi: Rethinking Our Language, Tone & Policies
Presented by the West Co-Directors this session discussed different types of syllabus revisions: the equitized syllabus and liquid syllabus.
2024-01-17
WestTiered Feedback2023-08-28
WestTILT Framework
This session focused on the Transparency in Learning and Teaching Framework (TILT), which was created for more transparency in both teaching and learning by recognizing that new learners do not think like experts.
2023-10-15
WestEquitizing the Syllabus with Julie Dixon
In this session industry partner Julie Dillon explored instructional design. Julie formerly worked in the NCCCS at Davidson-Davie Community College and transitioned to instructional design in health care.
2023-11-29
WestRethinking Discussion Boards
Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work.
2023-09-12
WestWest Café Success in the Synchronous Classroom
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.
2023-10-18
WestEmbedding Study Skills in College Course
This workshop focused on the rationale and method for providing embedded instruction of study skills in college courses.
2023-10-01
WestWest Café Providing Culturally Responsive Artifacts with ICC
Faculty from Isothermal Community College and Blue Ridge Community College discuss three different practices: providing culturally responsive artifacts, using rubrics to increase transparency in assignment expectations, and collaborating with colleagues to create assignments.
2023-09-21
WestFlipping the Classroom: Theory, Strategy, and Application
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.
2023-10-10
EastWhen Feedback Attacks
2024-01-22
PiedmontHyFlex II
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.
2023-10-05
PiedmontUtlizing Zoomunity As Context - STEM Focus
Facilitated by a faculty member and student this session explores course design with emphasis on group work and active learning principles.
2023-04-17
PiedmontHyFlex I - Overview and How-to
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.
2023-08-30
PiedmontDemystifying the Course Build Process - Backward Design
This session is led by Leanne Wieland, and explores curriculum development and instructional design from a student centered approach.
2024-01-18
PiedmontCourse Improvement Using Student Data
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.
2024-01-10
CentralAlternative Grading Practices
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.
2023-10-19
CentralCulturally Responsive Practices
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.
2023-01-26
CentralUniversal Design For Learning
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.
2023-04-05
CentralCourse Design As A Catalyst: Creating A Meaningful & Inclusive Learning Environment2023-11-07
CentralQuick and Easy Strategies Faculty Can Use to Improve Student Learning
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.
2023-02-01
CentralEquitizing the Syllabus
2022-12-02
PiedmontEmpowering Educators with AI - Improving Teaching Effectiveness and Efficiency
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.
2023-08-07
PiedmontMinimizing Course Design - How a Half Really is a Whole
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.
2023-11-09
EastTransforming Education with HOTT (Hybrid and Online Teacher Training) Courses
Craven Community College’s Kristi Reed and Jenifer Marquis) proudly present two dynamic professional learning courses. Tailored to empower educators, these courses are meticulously crafted to not only onboard faculty but also to illuminate the path towards excellence in both online and hybrid course delivery.
2024-10-01
PiedmontSmart Teaching - The Magic of AI in Your Classroom
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.
2024-09-12