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20th, Oct 4, Oct 18th
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11/6 9am | NDLW | Monday, November 6, 2017 Fending off the Webinar Woes: Designing for Interest and Interactivity We’ve all experienced webinars that put us to sleep; or where we listen with half an ear while working on something else. What can fend off these webinar woes? Let’s explore strategies for generating interest, catching the eye with appealing visuals, and engaging the brain with interactivity. Come experience the difference with us! |
11/6 Noon | NDLW | Monday, November 6, 2017 10 Disruptive Technologies & Innovative Applications in Online Learning As educators, we know we must embrace emerging technologies and pedagogies in our designs for online, open and flexible teaching and learning. What are these and how are they being applied? In this webinar, we will look at 10 disruptive technologies and innovative approaches educators around the worldare taking in applying them. From a shoestring budget to high end applications, see these tools in action, while exploring how they are rapidly reshaping the landscape of distance education in the digital age. |
11/7 9am | NDLW | Tuesday, November 7, 2017 BALTO: A History of Humans, Huskies, and Health In Alaska Did you know that the real Balto is at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History? Bring the amazing achievements of mushers and their sled dogs into your classroom as we present the story of Balto and the heroic dogs and mushers of the 1925 Alaskan Serum Run, and compare their experience to the Iditarod of today. Discuss diphtheria with a health educator and find out why the outbreak in Nome, Alaska is so famous. Investigate equipment used to enable humans and huskies to survive in harsh Arctic conditions. Hear how the entire city of Cleveland rallied to the aid of Balto and his teammates after they were abandoned and mistreated. It’s a ‘tail’ for all ages! **Note this is an interactive Zoom Connection – information and login details to be provided by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History! |
11/7 Noon | NDLW | Tuesday, November 7, 2017 A Brief History of Distance Communication & Collaboration With the USDLA celebrating 30 years, it seems fitting to be reflective as we also speculate on the future. Join us as we take a look back at distance communication & collaboration while reviewing the current state of affairs with some predictions on what is to come. |
11/7 2pm | D2L | Making Accessibility Accessible for Content Creation in MathAccessible math content using plain-text editors to produce beautiful web documents to upload into your courses. See a glimpse into our ongoing journey from typical word processing and math plugins to a workflow through free markdown editors, mathjax, and HTML documents. No coding experience required to produce responsive accessible web documents. |
11/8 9am | NDLW | Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Communicating Algebra Remotely: Problem Solved! There are many interactive distance learning tools for reading and writing because text editors have long been a mainstay of internet communication. This is not the case for mathematical equations. Until now, remote assessment for algebra has been limited to multiple choice or fill-in-the-blank responses that give teachers little insight into their students’ thought processes. New tools empower teachers to dynamically create, present and manipulate equations before their remote students’ eyes. This technology promises to arm students with advanced procedural fluency for algebraic problem solving while saving teachers hours of time. Analytics from automated problem grading give teachers much richer feedback that form the basis for better differentiated teaching. This session will describe and demonstrate this exciting new development in distance learning for algebra. |
11/8 Noon | TurningPoint | You are teaching, but are they learning? Using clickers to promote the three Cs The teacher is often the hardest working person in the classroom . . . and that’s not good! In this workshop, Dr. Olsen will share some basic ways to use TurningPoint to help in the three areas teachers need reinforcement most in order to create powerful learning experiences: classroom culture, content mastery and critical thinking. |
11/8 Noon | NDLW | Wednesday, November 8, 2017 The Often-Overlooked eLearning Strategic Plan – Don’t Have One? You Should. To ensure the long-term success of an eLearning program (blended, hybrid, fully online), colleges and universities need an eLearning strategic plan for growing online programs sustainably and at scale. An institution must consider and develop its goals, vision, organization, governance, policies and procedures, as well as accessibility planning around eLearning. When these areas are not at the core of the eLearning programming, the institution risks any competitive advantage in the eLearning space. Institutions often jump into developing courses and marketing programs when the campus is not organized efficiently, and the overall program has not been operationalized. Skipping strategic planning can cost the institution unexpected expenses and personnel resources. This webinar will address the components of an eLearning strategic plan and how it is critical to the success of the eLearning program. |
11/9 9am | NDLW | Thursday, November 9, 2017 Office 365 & Skype for Business in the Classroom Office 365 has taken the business and academic world by storm. Microsoft issues 1.2M new licenses every single month! The communication gem that is included with many of these licenses is Skype for Business. Now, don’t be fooled… this is not the Skype that Grandma uses to keep up with the grandkids. Skype for Business is a full-features collaboration tool that allows you to send instant messages, conduct a voice and/or video call (with multiple people), and share your screen with your audience. Join us to learn why every other collaboration service in the enterprise and education sectors is keeping at least one eye on Microsoft and Skype for Business. As a bonus, we will spend some time covering OneNote and how students are using it in your classrooms today! |
<time class="updated entry-date" datetime="2017-10-19T20:36:15-04:00">11/9, 2017</time> 10:00 AM | Applying Brain Science for Online Learning: A Case StudyTerri Gaffney, Vice President, Product Development, American Nurses Association Sarah Nicholl, Customer Success Director, D2L We have talked a lot about advances in brain science, and how it can be applied to online learning. We know the brain is not wired to sit passively and absorb information, and when learners are actively engaged – learning improves. But how do you apply brain science theories in the real world? Join us for this interactive session to hear how the ANA leveraged brain science to engage their audience. D2L’s Sarah Nicholl, and ANA’s Terri Gaffney will discuss:
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11/9 Noon | NDLW | Thursday, November 9, 2017 Distance Learning & Technology Resources for Telehealth This webinar will provide an overview on clinical and educational applications in the telehealth world as well as provide some excellent resources for folks who are interested or already producing telehealth events. |
11/9 1pm | levelaccess.com | PDF Accessibility Basics Series: |
11/10 9am | NDLW | Friday, November 10, 2017 4 LMS Data Points That Can Help You Move The Needle On Student Retention Institutions are more focused than ever on using data to improve outcomes but accessing requisite data and building institutional capacity can take years. Through our partnership with schools across the country, Barnes & Noble Education LoudCloud, has found that 4 data points are the biggest drivers of student success from the LMS. In this session, our team will share insights that you can begin applying at your institution today. |
11/10 11am | NDLW | Friday, November 10, 2017 How Kenai Borough Schools in Alaska Are Using Video-Enabled Learning Spaces In this webinar see yourself using live video telecommunications (VTC) to explore bringing the world into your classroom. Using interactive video conferencing as a tool to deliver instruction or enrich curriculum broadens student access to content while increasing the depth and relevance of their learning experience. Not only are students more actively engaged but also a variety of learning styles are readily accommodated. Experience how VTC is becoming an accepted way of life for both teachers and students. Learn how to implement strong technology as part of the instructional strategy in a learner-centered environment. See firsthand how it can positively impact teaching and learning in your school. Examples, best practices, and content resources will be shown. Join this live session as Alaska students, along with their teachers, reflect on how they have successfully implemented interactive videoconferencing connections to capture andexplore new curriculum experiences. |
11/14 Tuesday, November 14, 10am
| AHEAD | Faculty Bootcamp on Teaching Inclusive Design in Technology and Design Classes Teach Access, in collaboration with the University of Colorado Boulder and the Accessing Higher Ground Conference, Invites Faculty to attend their Faculty Bootcamp on Teaching Inclusive Design in Technology and Design Classes Come learn about and discuss trends we are noticing with new-hires at tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Oath, Adobe, and Facebook. Learn about examples and techniques you can use in your own classrooms (programming, design, testing, etc.) to best prepare your students to create inclusive experiences that not only increase their employability after graduation, but also motivate them to create innovative breakthroughs in making technology work better for everyone. WHERE: Westin Westminster, Colorado, 10600 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, Colorado 80020 WHEN: Tuesday, November 14, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm MST (12:00 -1:00 pm will be for lunch, discussion and q&a) COST: No charge LEADERS: Mary Bellard, Senior Accessibility Architect at Microsoft and co-leader of the Materials Task Force for Teach Access; Larry Goldberg, Senior Director, Accessible Media, Oath RSVP: Seating is limited to 25. Registration is required. VIRTUAL OPTION: A live stream is available for those who are not able to attend onsite. Registration is also required to attend via live stream. Use the URL above to register. OTHER SESSIONS: A mini-conference during the Accessing Higher Ground main conference will focus on topics related to the teaching of accessibility and Universal Design in university curriculum. More information. QUESTIONS: Contact Howard Kramer at 303-492-8672 or hkramer@colorado.edu. More information can be found online. |
11/14 Noon | Respondus | Instructor Training for LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including the automated flagging system within Respondus Monitor. The webinar is 45 minutes, plus a Q&A period at the end. |
11/15 Noon | D2L | Applying Brain Science in Online Learning Design – A Practical ApproachWe’ve heard about advances in brain science and how they can apply to learning but how do we put this into practice? And how can it be used in courses online? What exactly do we mean by brain science anyway? Join us to hear practical examples that you can apply in your programs. During this introductory session, we’ll review current research on brain science from fields such as cognitive psychology and neuroscience; and we’ll examine how the findings apply to online learning design. Key takeaways include:
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11/17 10:15AM
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| UDUC Mini-Conference on Teaching Accessibility and UDIn addition, UDUC will host a mini-conference during the AHG main conference, focusing on topics related to the teaching of accessibility and Universal Design in university curriculum. The UDUC mini-conference can be attended in person or a subset of the sessions can be attended virtually. There is no charge for faculty to attend either the Bootcamp or the mini-conference. More information on registering for either event is provided below. Universal Design: An Intercultural PerspectiveWe describe how we are using Universal Design in a transnational project in which an open-source prototyping platform for non-verbal individuals and their caregivers is used to create DIY assistive technologies in Western Kenya. http://accessinghigherground.org/uni...l-perspective/
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11/17 11:30 | AHEAD | HOW Does an Accessibility Curriculum Impact Student Professional Life and Practice?, Marc Thompson, University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign (available onsite or live stream) |
11/17 12:45
| AHEAD | Seeing Disability Differently…By Design: Developing Online UDL Training for Teachers with a Disability Studies Focus, Chris Lanterman, Northern Arizona University, et al (available onsite or live stream) |
11/21 1pm | levelaccess | PDF Accessibility Basics Series: |
11/21 2PM | D2L | Making Awards Worth Achieving
The focus of this webinar will be to understand how to effectively use Brightspace badging awards to increase student engagement in post-secondary learning environments. Outcomes and learning of a pilot project to implement badging and student feedback will be provided. Concrete strategies for implementation in post-secondary institutions will be shared. |
12/1 1pm | TLT | Increase Student Motivation and Engagement Using the Principles of Gamification Date: December 1, 2017 2 pm Eastern Moderators: Steve Gilbert, TLT Group, Sally Gilbert, TLT Group, Beth Dailey, TLT Group Description We will explore how the principles of gaming can be applied to higher education for the purpose of increasing student motivation, engagement and improve student learning. Gamification can take the form of a simple survey activity using Kahoot to the use of a more elaborate video game such as Minecraft and many other forms in between.
http://tltgroup.roundtablelive.org/event-2691540 |
12/7 1pm | levelaccess | PDF Accessibility Basics Series: |
12/7 1pm | Inside Higher Ed | Flipping the Classroom and Other Techniques to Improve Teaching"Flipping the classroom" is an idea that has arrived in full force in higher education, and is part of broader movements as well. The basic idea is to move away from using class time for lecturing, and to instead provide that information in video form so students can review it ahead of time. This makes it possible to use class time engaged in truly active learning. And of course there are many other ways to promote active learning in the classroom. These days even research universities not historically known to focus on teaching are pushing new efforts to promote active learning – and these efforts appear to be working. This webcast will explore some of the many ways colleges are promoting flipped classrooms and other innovations in teaching. Join Inside Higher Ed editors Scott Jaschik and Doug Lederman for a lively discussion on these topics Thursday, December 7 at 2:00 PM ET.
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