Center for Learning Excellence Spring 2025 Calendar

Events will be held in the CLE, Phillips (Building 3), room 3-125 or via Microsoft Teams. Select the title to access the Teams link. Each workshop refers to the associated goal in the College's Strategic Plan.

Presentation evaluations are also available during and after the sessions. We strongly encourage your feedback.

January

�鶹Ӱ�� Professional Learning Presentations

Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Teams
Attend the preview HERE.
Organizational Development and Learning will have their preview of offerings for the Spring 2025 term

The Organizational Development and Learning (ODL) will present the professional development offerings scheduled for the Spring 2025 semester which will include Leadership programs, faculty development, and staff developments. The presentation will highlight the connection of the workshops/presentations with the �鶹Ӱ�� strategic plan.

Learning Outcomes:

Attendees will understand what professional developments are being offered and the associated timeline(s).
Attendees will know where to find information on what the ODL offers.
Attendees will understand the rationale for professional development and its alignment with student success.

Recommended for all �鶹Ӱ�� employees.

Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. via
Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. via

Eliminating the eProcurement Blues: Presenting an overview of the eProcurement processes and policies.
Presented by: Kenisha Wright, Purchasing Technician, Purchasing & Auxiliary Services

Processes and Procedures surrounding e-Procurement success.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the e-procurement policies and timeframes.
Know how to use the e-procurement tools and follow processes for procurement success.

Recommended for all staff/faculty with Purchasing responsibilities

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. (Will meet bi-weekly)
Location: or in Phillips (Building), room 3-125
Learning Conversations: Small Teaching and strategies to maximize student learning using small changes to instruction
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, Organizational Development and Learning

The lessons/chapters in Small Bites for Small Teaching are derived from the book “Small Teaching” (2nd edition) (Lang, J., 2021). The objective of these learning conversations is to build a community of practice. The premise of the Small Teaching series is that small, incremental changes in your instruction can yield significant positive results for your students. The changes recommended are not intended to require changes to your curriculum or significant pre-planning and administration. NOTE: Attendees can choose to follow one or more of the sessions.

Learning Outcomes:

Participants learn strategies they can implement in the community college classroom intended to improve learning.
Participants analyze their current practices against the suggested small-teaching practices discussed.
Participants participate in discourse on Small Teaching practices, increasing their knowledge base and contributing to a community of practice.
Participants will be able to implement, assess, and adjust their teaching to increase student success.
Participants will have more in-depth understanding on the science of learning works (cognition) and the applications for their community college students.
Participants will share their experiences with colleagues for continued learning conversations.

Recommended for all Faculty

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Teams
New Faculty Orientation
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, ODL

New faculty are welcome to the �鶹Ӱ�� community and will be provided with crucial information to support them in their roles as new faculty in our college. College leadership will join the meeting to share their perspectives and roles, along with the presentation of resources specific to instructional roles.

Learning Outcomes:

Learn about instructional and student support resources at �鶹Ӱ��
Meet key college personnel
Review effective strategies for working with adult learners

All New Faculty invited – please email me to indicate your attendance!

Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom ()
Supporting Adult Learners: Getting to Know Your Adult Learners Better - (All Hubs)
Facilitator: Dr. Emily VanZoest, Sr. Research Associate

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. Additionally, it presents four key insights for instructors to implement in their classrooms. By attending, you’ll gain practical strategies to enhance your teaching effectiveness with adult learners. Registration required to attend.

Registration Deadline: January 28, 2025 at 11:59 a.m.

Recommended for all Faculty.

NCCCS (Central Office) Presentations

JOIN our AI Community of Practice
Monthly meetings starting Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom ()
Host/Facilitator: Dr. Lane Freeman, NCCCS, Director of Online Learning Programs and Student Services.

Join us for our monthly AI Community of Practice meeting, a collaborative space where educators, technologists, and innovators come together to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in education. Each session, we’ll delve into new trends, share insights, and discuss practical applications of AI in our learning environments. This is a unique opportunity to connect, share, and learn from each other as we navigate the exciting and dynamic world of AI in education. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, a curious learner, or an experienced practitioner, your contributions are valuable to our collective growth and understanding.

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff interested in AI

Chatbot Tech for Better Learning Outcomes
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom ()
Presenters: Dr. Anita McCoy, Guilford Technical Community College & hosted by the NC Student Success Center.

Explore the potential of chatbots as dynamic tools for supporting student learning, engagement, and assessment. Attendees will explore how chatbots can guide students toward assignment resources, enhance submissions, and support real-time learning. This session is designed for any practitioner considering creating chatbot resources to improve student engagement and learning.

Recommended for any practitioner.

Predicting AI Disruption
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 from 12:00-1:30pm
Location: Zoom ()
Presenters: Dr. Ben Williams, Director at Jobs for the Future, and Ms. Tiffany Hsieh, Director of Innovation Programs at JFF Labs

Leaders in every industry are racing to understand and respond to the impacts of artificial intelligence on jobs – and how companies and employees can prepare for a massive transformation that’s already begun. Groundbreaking research by Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit working to help millions more Americans prepare for and connect to quality jobs, is yielding new insights – and actionable recommendations – on the ways in which AI may reshape the most in-demand jobs and skills. JFF’s new Center for Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Work will lead a session grounded in JFF’s AI-Ready Workforce Framework. This session will help leaders think differently about how to respond to the impacts of AI in their own work and across their organization—and better prepare to tackle big questions about how to navigate this new landscape of work by leading with equity and humanity.

February

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Leadership Series
Date: Monday, February 3, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: via HYBRID in the CLE or Teams
Presenter(s): Dr. Kara Battle, VP/Chief Academic Officer and Chair of the NCCCS Curriculum Course Review Committee

Join us as we have a conversation with Vice President, Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Kara Battle. In this podcast style presentation, we will be getting to know Dr. Battle and her thoughts on DTCC Strategic goals and Student Success.

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff

Teaching Great in Eight Series: Student Advising in the Context of the 8-Week Course Format
Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Hybrid in the CLE 3-125 or
Presenters: Allegra Modlin, Director of Advising Services. Advising panel moderated by Dr. Holly June, Dean of Student Services

In this series, Director of Advising Services Allegra Modlin will join other Academic Advisors to discuss the experiences of successful advising in the context of the 8-week semester format.

Learning Outcomes:

Attendees will understand the role of the academic advisor in the context of the 8-week semester including any changes made when coaching students as compared to a 16-week course format.
Attendees will have a greater understanding of both the positives and challenges encountered when advising students through the transition from 16- to 8-week courses, including differences in advice and student feedback specific to 8-week courses.

Learning Conversations: Small Bites for Small Teaching, strategies to maximize student learning using small changes to instruction
Will meet bi-weekly - attendees are not required to pre-register but to attend those sessions of relevance.
For specific schedule, please see the ODL Learning Conversations website
Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: or in the CLE, 3-125.
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, ODL

The lessons/chapters in Small Bites for Small Teaching are derived from the book “Small Teaching” (2nd edition) (Lang, J., 2021). The objective of these learning conversations is to build a community of practice. The premise of this course is that small, incremental changes in your instruction can yield significant positive results for your students. The changes recommended do not require changes to your curriculum or significant pre-planning and administration. NOTE: attendees can choose to follow one or more of the sessions.

Recommended for all Faculty

WORKSHOP: Project Based Learning (2-part series)
Date: Friday, February 14, 2025, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Registration Required:
Location: Hybrid: Rm 3-125 or
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator ODL

A teaching approach where students actively explore real-world problems and challenges with the support of their instructor. According to the Buck Institute for Education, "PBL is a teaching method in which students engage in a hands-on, real-world project that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving."

Learning Outcomes:

Understand what project-based learning (PBL) includes such as steps/elements & outcomes.
Identify some PBL examples: Short-term, middle term, and long-term projects.
Explore a NCCCS specific issue and explore / discuss potential PBL options to address.
Explore / discuss PBL for your students with colleagues, review framework for robustness.
Draft a PBL project for your classes to engage your students.

Recommended for all Faculty

Faculty Panel: Faculty Voice on 8-week course format
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in CLE 3-125
Location: Hybrid: Rm 3-125 or

In this panel discussion faculty will share insights on their experiences teaching the 8-week courses.

Recommended for all Faculty

Teaching Great in Eight: Success Coaching in the context of 8-Week Course Formats
Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: HYBRID (CLE 3-125 or )
Presenter: Ms. Tiffany Robinson (discussion moderated by Dr. Holly June)

Join us for an inspiring and insightful panel discussion featuring the leading success coach. This event is designed for anyone looking to understand the role, key functions and holistic framework used when working with students. This event will give insight on how Success Coaches work with students to set and achieve goals, overcoming obstacles, and cultivating a success-oriented mindset.
During this event, experiences, techniques, and a look into the Insider track coaching style will be reviewed.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the fundamentals of success coaching
Gain practical strategies for goal setting and achievement
Learn tips for overcoming challenges and maintaining motivation
Q&A session

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff

WORKSHOP: Streamlining Assessment and Alignment Through Rubrics
Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: (registration required HERE) Registration closes Friday, February 14, 2025
Presenter: Dr. Alicia Johnson, Virginia Tech Instructional Technologies

Effective assessment can feel like a daunting process, especially when juggling multiple assignments and ensuring students understand their expectations. This session focuses on using rubrics within Canvas to not only make assessment more transparent for students but also to save time for faculty in the long run. By aligning goals, objectives, assessments, and learning tasks through well-crafted rubrics, we can create a cohesive learning experience that benefits everyone involved. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore how to design rubrics that serve as powerful tools for both teaching and learning.

Learning Outcomes:

Faculty will design a rubric for one of their assignments, with guidance on ensuring alignment with course objectives and goals.
Faculty will implement their rubric in the Canvas LMS, gaining technical know-how for setup and usage.
Faculty will explore strategies for using rubrics to provide meaningful feedback that supports student learning and engagement.

Recommended for all faculty

WORKSHOP: Flipped Learning: Transforming Your Classroom
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: via (registration required )
Presenter: Dr. Cathy James-Springer

Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop designed to introduce faculty to the principles and practices of flipped learning. This workshop will provide practical strategies and tools to help you transform your traditional teaching into a dynamic and student-centered learning environment. Whether you're new to flipped learning or looking to enhance your current approach, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make your teaching more effective and engaging.
Ready to flip your classroom? Join us and take the first step towards more active learning, interactive and impactful teaching experience!

Learning Outcomes:

Discuss the benefits and challenges of flipped learning.
Explore effective tools and strategies for creating flipped lessons.
Develop a personalized flipped lesson plan applicable to your course.

Student Voice: Student Panel on 8-week course format
Tuesday, February 19, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. via

In this panel discussion students will share insights on their experiences with the 8-week courses.

Recommended for all Faculty

Engaging with Canvas
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: via
Presenters:
Marisa Sullivan, Director of Instructional Technologies
Amy Netzel, Coordinator of Instructional Design and Media
Maureen Walters, Coordinator of Distance Learning

Ensuring your students are on the right track can be an overwhelming task. In this session, we will show you how to make this a manageable task using Canvas tools, including Gradebook Filters and New Analytics. In addition, we'll show you some easy and engaging ways to communicate with your students on Canvas.

Learning Outcomes:

Identify and use tools in Canvas that help track student progress and activity
Utilize Canvas tools to communicate with your students

Recommended for all faculty

Learning Conversations: Small Bites for Small Teaching, strategies to maximize student learning using small changes to instruction
Will meet bi-weekly - attendees are not required to pre-register but to attend those sessions of relevance.
For specific schedule, please see the ODL Learning Conversations website
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
Location: via or in the CLE, 3-125.
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, ODL

The lessons/chapters in Small Bites for Small Teaching are derived from the book “Small Teaching” (2nd edition) (Lang, J., 2021). The objective of these learning conversations is to build a community of practice. The premise of this course is that small, incremental changes in your instruction can yield significant positive results for your students. The changes recommended do not require changes to your curriculum or significant pre-planning and administration. NOTE: attendees can choose to follow one or more of the sessions.

Recommended for all Faculty

Best Practices for Teaching 8-Week Courses Panel Discussion
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location:
Moderator: Dr. Anna Sanders-Bonelli, Chair, Social Sciences

The social science faculty will use the knowledge they gained from their review of literature on teaching condensed-format courses as well as their initial teaching experiences to answer participant questions related to delivering courses content, assessing student learning, and supporting student success in 8-week courses. The panel will include Anna Sanders-Bonelli, Tom Beveridge, John Cain, Alec Dugas, Tom Magrinat, Victoria Schoenfeld, and Julie Wilson.

Learning Outcomes:

Best practices for delivering course content in condensed-format courses
Best practices for assessing student learning in condensed-format courses instructional activities.
Best practices for supporting student success in condensed-format courses

WORKSHOP: Project Based Learning, part 2
Date: Friday, February 28, 2025, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: HYBRID via /CLE 3-125 (registration required at )
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator ODL

Learning Outcomes:

Understand what project-based learning (PBL) includes such as steps/elements & outcomes.
Identify some PBL examples: short term, middle term, and long-term projects.
Explore a NCCCS specific issue and explore / discuss potential PBL options to address.
Explore / discuss PBL for your students with colleagues
Draft a PBL project for your students

Recommended for all Faculty

Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations

More scheduled events coming soon!

March

�鶹Ӱ�� Professional Learning Presentations

Grades and Forms for Curriculum (three sessions)
Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at three time slots
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. via
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. via
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. via
Location: Teams

Recommended for all curriculum faculty

Grades and Forms for Continuing Education (three sessions)
Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025, at three time slots
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. via
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. via
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. via
Location: Teams
Presenter(s): Theresa McLaurin, Assistant Registrar, Admissions, Registration & Records

Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the grading process, withdrawal process, no-show process and reinstatements for students who are enrolled in their courses.

Recommended for all Continuing Education faculty

Student Success Through Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships
Date: Friday, March 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location:
Presenter: Ms. Micara Sessoms

This presentation is for anyone who believes in student success. The information will include an overview of what work-based learning and apprenticeship are and will provide examples of the direct connection to student success. Success feedback from both students and employers will be shared.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand what work-based learning and apprenticeship are and what are some examples of this instructional framework.
Understand how work-based learning and apprenticeship benefit both students and employers.

Learning Conversations: Small Bites for Small Teaching, strategies to maximize student learning using small changes to instruction
Will meet bi-weekly - attendees are not required to pre-register but to attend those sessions of relevance.
For specific schedule, please see the ODL Learning Conversations website
Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, and March 25, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. via or in the CLE, 3-125
Location: CLE 3-125 or Teams (hybrid)
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, ODL

The lessons/chapters in Small Bites for Small Teaching are derived from the book “Small Teaching” (2nd edition) (Lang, J., 2021). The objective of these learning conversations is to build a community of practice. The premise of this course is that small, incremental changes in your instruction can yield significant positive results for your students. The changes recommended do not require changes to your curriculum or significant pre-planning and administration. NOTE: attendees can choose to follow one or more of the sessions.

Recommended for all Faculty

Behind the Numbers Series: Year End Budgets Close-out (two sessions)
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. via Teams
Or
Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. via Teams
Location: Teams
Presenter: Ms. Tracy Dunn, Assistant VP of Finance, Finance and Administrative Services

As stewards of the college's financial resources, we are entrusted with adhering to compliance regulations while controlling our spending. Consistent review, taking accountability, and proper management is imperative. Make plans to attend this engaging and interactive conversation to learn effective budgeting practices and how you can make an impact fiscally by maintaining a "healthy budget."

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the compliance requirements surrounding college spending and departmental budgets.
Identify areas and actions to take to keep their departmental spending in line with the college financial needs.
Create a "healthy budget."

Recommended for all staff and faculty with budget responsibilities

Introduction to Grants
Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. via Teams
Presenter: Eileen Hammond, Director of Grants Development, Foundation Office

Recommended for all faculty and staff

WORKSHOP: Differentiated Instruction: parts 1 and 2 of 4 sessions
Date: Friday, March 21, 2025, and Friday, March 28, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: CLE 125 (Phillips Bldg, 3-125) (Registration required at training.durhamtech.edu)
Presenter(s): Roberta Maso-Fleischman (rmfleischman22017@gmail.com)

This series presents practical strategies for adapting our classrooms to support our academic diversity. This four-part series on differentiated instruction (DI) will begin with an examination of DI and its relevance to your classroom and end with reflections on implementation of some of the strategies.

Learning Outcomes:

Reflect on current practice related to academic diversity.
Examine Differentiated Instruction (DI) and the meaning of Content, Process and Product and how these concepts can be applied to Community College (CC) pedagogy.
Apply strategies that are available to modify Content, Process and Instructional Product.
Evaluate strategies used to modify Content, Process and Instructional Product.
Reflect on changes implemented and their impact.

Recommended for all faculty

Leadership Series: VP Podcast with Andy Kleitsch
Date: Monday, March 24, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Hybrid/CLE 3-125 or Teams

Join us as we have a conversation with Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Andy Kleitsch. In this podcast style presentation, we will be getting to know VP Kleitsch.

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff

Behind the Numbers: Grants Proposal Budgets Processes (two sessions)
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2024, from 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. via
Or
Wednesday, March 26, 2024, from 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. via
Location: Teams
Presenter: Ms. Britta Kunzler, Accountant with �鶹Ӱ�� Business Office

In this presentation, we'll talk about the information needed to set up a Grant, how to get the budget and employee payroll set up, look at reporting requirements, how to charge expenses to the grant budget, and how to look up the current financial information that is posted to the grant.

Learning Outcomes:

Essential information to submission to the accounting office and when to submit the information.
How to find current accounting records for the grant.

Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations

More scheduled events coming soon!

April

�鶹Ӱ�� Professional Learning Presentations

The Master Program Integrating Academic Skills Coaching into Tutoring (two sessions)
Date: Tuesday April 1, 2025, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. hybrid in the CLE 3-125 or
and
Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., hybrid in the CLE 3-125 or
Presenter: Dr. Ulric Hill, Instructor/Director for Center for Academic Excellence

The Master program offers a comprehensive approach to supporting college students in their academic pursuits, bridging learning gaps, fostering effective academic skills, and cultivating self-assurance. Unlike traditional tutoring, the Master program prioritizes the development of executive function skills essential for success across all college courses.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the comprehensive approach of the Master program in supporting college students’ academic pursuits.
Recognize the significance of bridging learning gaps and fostering effective academic skills within the context of the Master program and Academic Tutoring.

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff

The Vital Role of the College Food Pantry
Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. via Teams
Presenter: Jacob Deuterman, Coordinator Campus Harvest Food Pantry, Student Engagement & Resources

Explore the vital role the Food Pantry plays in removing a barrier for our students to succeed. Look at how the Food Pantry operates, the resources it provides, & the significant positive impact it has on students & their families. A combination of statistical insights, & testimonials, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how the Food Pantry functions, & the many ways it contributes to the overall well-being of our community. Participants will also learn about opportunities for volunteering, donating, & partnering to further support Food Pantry efforts

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the role & impact of our Food Pantry
Identify ways to contribute & get involved

Recommended for all Faculty and Staff

CPP Campus Considerations for Dual Enrollment Students (two sessions)
Dates: Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
and
Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Presenters: Dr. Oluwumni Ariyo, Director of College Recruiting and High School Partnerships, with support from Officer Jamaal Walker, Chief of Campus Police

CCP students will now include high school freshmen and sophomores at �鶹Ӱ�� Early College of Health Sciences enrolled in any of the three Dual Enrollment pathways to post-high school success established by the NC Department of Public Instruction: College Transfer, Career and Technical Education, and Cooperative Innovative High Schools (CIHS).

This expansion of CCP opportunities is expected to bring significant changes to college campuses. Currently, �鶹Ӱ�� has over 1,2000 CCP students, some as young as 15 years old, who will begin taking classes at �鶹Ӱ��. This shift presents unique considerations for both students and faculty/staff as they adapt to the presence of a younger student population.

This presentation aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities associated with the anticipated increase in younger students on �鶹Ӱ�� campuses and in its classrooms.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the new policies of the NCCCS and NC DPI regarding dual-enrollment programs, including the expanded CCP opportunities.
Identify and navigate the differences between younger students and the current student population, considering their unique needs and potential challenges.

Learning Conversations: Small Bites for Small Teaching, strategies to maximize student learning using small changes to instruction
Will meet bi-weekly - attendees are not required to pre-register but to attend those sessions of relevance.
For specific schedule, please see the ODL Learning Conversations website
Date: Weds, April 9 and 23, 2025 via or in the CLE, 3-125
Facilitator: Dr. Barbara Clarke, Coordinator, ODL

The lessons/chapters in Small Bites for Small Teaching are derived from the book “Small Teaching” (2nd edition) (Lang, J., 2021). The objective of these learning conversations is to build a community of practice. The premise of this course is that small, incremental changes in your instruction can yield significant positive results for your students. The changes recommended do not require changes to your curriculum or significant pre-planning and administration. NOTE: Attendees can choose to follow one or more of the sessions.

Best Practices for Online Adult Learners (presentation)
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. via
Presenter: Dr. Al Leaston, Assistant Dean, Business and Entrepreneurship, IT

This presentation will focus on best practices for engaging and retaining online students with special considerations for the adult learner.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the best practices in their online courses to engage with learners
Implement best practices to ensure students persist and improve in the online environment.

WORKSHOP: Differentiated Instruction, part 3 of 4
Date: April 11 and April 25, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the CLE 3-125
Presenter: Dr. Roberta Maso-Fleischman

Learning Outcomes:

Reflect on current practice related to academic diversity.
Examine Differentiated Instruction (DI) and the meaning of Content, Process and Product and how these concepts can be applied to Community College (CC) pedagogy.
Apply strategies that are available to modify Content, Process and Instructional Product.
Evaluate strategies used to modify Content, Process and Instructional Product.
Reflect on changes implemented and their impact.

Recommended for all Faculty

De-escalation Scenarios and Techniques (two sessions)
Dates: Tuesday, April 22 at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
and
Tuesday, April 29 at 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Location: CLE 3-125
Presenter: Jamaal Walker, Campus Police Chief/Director of Police and Public Safety

De-Escalation Scenarios and Techniques will be shared and demonstrated to support all campus operations/ Participatns will be given the opportunity to practice de-escalation techniques in real-time and learn tips to recognize options when a situation or conversation needs additional support.

Learning Outcomes:

Recognize situations where de-escalation may be needed.
Know how to initiate de-escalation techniques for the safety of both parties.

Behind the Numbers: Accounts Payable 101 (two sessions)
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. via Teams
Presenter: Jimmie Anderson, Accounts Payable Analyst

This presentation will give an overview to attendees and anyone who submits Accounts Payable charges of the Accounts Payable process at �鶹Ӱ��.

Learning Outcomes:

Know what expenditures require which documentation and approval in the Business Office.
Know the process and documentation needed to ensure submitted requests are paid via Accounts Payable in a timely manner.

Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations

How not to Sink Teaching an Asynchronous Course: Staying Afloat with Efficient Teaching Strategies
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom, Registration link forthcoming.

Drowning in discussion posts? Swamped by student emails? Take a deep breath--help is on the way! Whether you're just dipping your toes into online teaching, or you've been swimming these waters for a decade or more, this session provides refreshing strategies for keeping your head above water in the asynchronous teaching environment. Learn clever techniques for riding the waves of student engagement, staying on top of your workload, and finding smooth sailing in your daily routine. Grab these tried-and-true strategies and put them to work right away. Join us to rediscover the joy and confidence in your online teaching practice.

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