Led by Karin Abell, ESL Director at Durham Tech, this session guides participants in understanding some of the personal and logistical issues that international students can face to help us better assist, instruct, and advise them. View Recording
If you are a faculty advisor who wants to streamline your advising process, or, if you are an instructor and faculty advisor who desires a more consistent approach to advising students, then this session is for you. View Recording
Undocumented students in North Carolina face a variety of barriers to entering and persisting in higher education including the community colleges. This workshop will provide an opportunity to discuss issues, trends, and responses to the undocumented population. View Recording
Our professional and personal lives can make us vulnerable to stress. In this session Dr. Kara Finch provided self-care strategies and shared how to effectively deal with upset individuals. View Recording
In 2021-2022 there were approximately 60k public high school students. Each was enrolled in at least 1 College Career Promise (CCP) course. In this session, presenters from Durham Tech lead a review of system data and best practices for working with CCP students. View Recording
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.View Recording
This presentation presented key steps for and effective start for a semester. The presentation also focused on improving student learning outcomes and alignment with the core initiatives of the college's strategic plan. View Recording
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.View Recording
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. View Recording
Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream presents part 2 of the session on designing inclusive learning spaces. This session is 2 of 2.View Recording
Dr. Sonny Kelly from Fayetteville Tech delivered a 4-part series on relevant and poignant practices for enhancing teacher and student performance and interaction in face-to-face, online, and hybrid classrooms. This is the third session of the series. View Recording
The Café model features colleagues from different community colleges. This session featured Haywood Community College faculty and instruction designers, and the purpose, process and practice of assessment and feedback. View Recording
This session explored Open Education Resource (OER) strategies for course implementation and was led by Dr. Tanya Scott of Achieving the Dream. View Recording
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. View Recording
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. View Recording
Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work. View Recording
Dr. Sonny Kelly from Fayetteville Tech delivered a 4-part series on relevant and poignant practices for enhancing teacher and student performance and interaction in face-to-face, online, and hybrid classrooms. This is the fourth and final session of the series. View Recording
Multiple things can be true. We live in a hyper-polarized society. Students may bring bias and baggage and they are not afraid to share them. This session was devoted to teaching students the value of empathy. View Recording
Presenters from Blue Ridge Community College present four study skills that can be embedded in courses immediately. View Recording
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. View Recording
Led by Dr. Leticia Johnson-Arnold this session defined multiple dimensions of wellness and provided participants with tools to assess potential strengths and areas of improvement within each dimension. View Recording
Amanda Zekanis, from Johnston Community College, leads this presentation. It provides resources for faculty professional development. It discusses some of the classroom activities that can be implemented to engage students. The presentation also includes data on the relationship between faculty professional development, student retention and success. View Recording
Led by Dr. Kara Finch this session discussed the impact of trauma. Faculty and staff who are aware of trauma’s effects can better recognize it among their students and create a safer environment. View Recording
This session explored reframing student feedback, and was led by Claudia Gresham, retired faculty from Stanly Community College and current faculty at Pfeiffer University. View Recording
This session is a facilitation discussion about the challenges of online and in-person teaching both pre- and post-pandemic. Several student profiles are discussed with consideration of personality types and ways to successfully reach them for their learning success. View Recording
In this session join Susanna Blanchard as she illustrates how she delivers a flex class as an English instructor at CVCC. View Recording
The loss/momentum framework (connection, entry, progress & completion/advancement) is a great structure for thinking about and supporting the way students progress through college. Led by Ed Bowling, in this workshop you will think about the stages a student experiences going through a course, from connection to completion. View Recording
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. View Recording
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 an equity-minded and trauma-informed lens. View Recording
Dr. Tanya Scott, from Achieving the Dream, facilitates this workshop. It provides an overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Also, 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. View Recording
In this session key student development theories were connected to practice to help faculty and staff embrace collaborative partnerships. View Recording
Facilitated by a faculty member and student this session explores course design with emphasis on group work and active learning principles. View Recording
Presented by the West Co-Directors this session discussed different types of syllabus revisions: the equitized syllabus and liquid syllabus.View Recording
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. View Recording
Learn from presenter Claudia Gresham about communicating successfully with online learners in this session. View Recording
Join Tim Scapin Instructional Designer & Media Specialist from Haywood Community College in his presentation on AI, content creation, detection tools and teaching strategies. View Recording
Stephanie Gilbert and Jamey Harlow facilitate this session. This is part 1 of a 2 part discussion on HyFlex course design. HyFlex is defined as providing students the opportunity to attend a single course in three modalities. View Recording
Join presenter Meret Burke, English instructor from Wilkes Community College in her presentation on discussion boards and creating meaningful group work. View Recording
The Café model features colleagues from different community colleges. This session featured CVCC faculty and staff as they explored their tips and approaches for making student connections. View Recording
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. View Recording
The Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice has been designed to provide an opportunity for faculty and staff to discuss current trends in artificial intelligence. It also explains how this emerging technology impacts their roles at the college as well as student learning. This is the first session of a four part series. View Recording
Presented by Dr. Sarah Parlier from Blue Ridge Community College in this session you will identify key characteristics of the different generations in your classes and hear recommendations for engagement. View Recording
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. View Recording
This session unpacked the definition of deficit thinking, identified alternative strategies to change the students' outcomes, and illuminated communication's role in dismantling deficit thinking to asset-based pedagogical thinking. View Recording
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. View Recording
Dr. Louise Southern of the Autism Society of North Carolina presents on supporting post-secondary students. View Recording
This session is focused on the Transparency in Learning and Teaching Framework (TILT). TILT was created for more transparency in both teaching and learning. It does so by recognizing that new learners do not think like experts. View Recording
UNC colleague and veteran Rob Palermo shares insight into supporting military connected students in their college transition. View Recording
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. View Recording
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. View Recording
In this session, participants were encouraged to critically evaluate their grading systems. Also, to further develop pedagogically collaborative relationships as well as a specific alternative grading application for their teaching. View Recording
This session explored mental health, mental health challenges, and mental health disorders to discuss important mental health and wellness concepts. Participants were provided with practical self-care strategies and resources that may be used to support optimal mental health. View Recording
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.View Recording
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.View Recording
In this session Claudia Gresham Learn unpacks how to plan for tough conversations, how emotions can inform conflict, and the impact of our identities in conflict. View Recording
This session leads discovery of how to use course design as a catalyst for creating an inclusive learning environment, including best practices and strategies for any course modality. Dr. Shantell Strickland-Davis from CPCC explores high-quality course design, faculty members can be more intentional about how they support their students in these ways, leading to better…
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. View Recording
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…
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. View Recording
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. View Recording
Facilitated by Dr. Hollie Daniels this session unpacked her work with Corequisite Education in her time at Florida State University’s Center for Postsecondary Success. Dr. Daniles used unpacked examples in Texas to identify how instruction can build on a student’s prior knowledge and cultural experiences to develop skills and increase engagement. View Recording
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. View Recording
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. View Recording
This session is led by Leanne Wieland, and explores curriculum development and instructional design from a student centered approach. View Recording
This session explored reframing student feedback, and was led by Claudia Gresham, retired faculty from Stanly Community College and current faculty at Pfeiffer University.View Recording
Led by Dr. Devon Graves this session provides pedagogical approaches to building effective relationship-building and teaching practices for students of color. View Recording
This workshop session is for all faculty to learn about best teaching practices. The College of the Albemarle New Faculty Academy coordinators have gathered the best and not so great tips and tricks that their various cohorts have learned to help begin their professional journeys in this interactive session.View Recording
Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm presents on supporting neurodiverse post-secondary students.View Recording
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.View Recording
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.View Recording
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…
In this workshop, participants discussed how this belonging framework operates and its significance in fostering success among college students with Dr. DeLeon Gray. Learned how to apply key strategies to create an environment of acceptance, respect, inclusion, and support in educational settings And recognized how to leverage students’ strengths in learning contexts, contributing to their…
This event will explore the multifaceted dimensions of AI in education, delving into ethical considerations, practical applications, and the evolving role of educators.View Recording
Led by Achieving the Dream in this workshop participants embarked on a journey to become adept curators and creators of Open Education Resources (OER), by exploring the vast landscape of freely licensed educational materials.View Recording
In this workshop, we challenge conventional assessment norms and empower you to create assessment practices that prioritize student growth, engagement, and reflection over traditional grades.View Recording
This session addressed the merits of adopting a growth mindset in teaching and learning practices. The core idea is to shift from a fixed to a growth mindset, acknowledging intelligence as a malleable and evolving trait.View Recording
Led by Dr. Carrol Warren, this workshop aimed to empower educators with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive online courses by incorporating re-usable assignments. A reusable assignment is considered an instructional task or activity that is designed to be used multiple times across different contexts, courses, or semesters without significant modification. By their nature,…
Building upon the foundational knowledge acquired in Part 1, this session provided hands-on experience in prompt writing, vital for creating personalized educational materials. This workshop not only aimed to advance instructional strategies but also to cultivate a forward-thinking approach to education through AI.View Recording
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".
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,…
Led by Susan Adams, this workshop explored how to integrate Artificial Intelligence into a course or department. In this session you will lean into the dual challenges of AI: rethinking assignment designs and promoting genuine intellectual engagement over reliance on AI tools.
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.
In the session, Dr. Sarah Wright led attendees in examination of some obstacles that often impact Latinx students and how those challenges can be overcome with support from educators. Leave the session with greater understanding and some actual techniques to build trust and relationships with Latinx students.
