Fall 2024 Workshops and Presentations
Fall 2024 Schedule
Please review the workshop options provided or sponsored by Online@JSU. Register for any sessions that are of interest to you. All sessions will be held in Microsoft Teams, however, the workshop on September 24, 2024, will be hybrid. Any session listed as "hybrid" will take place in 208 Self Hall. Click on the accordion title below to read workshop information and to register.
Please email Dr. Christopher Inman at cinman@jsu.edu if you have any questions.
* All presentations are tentative.
Fall 2024 Workshops and Presentations
OER: Getting Started with Open Educational Resources (OER)
Presented by Dr. Mark Sciuchetti, Associate Professor, Chemistry & Geosciences
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Abstract: Are you interested in enhancing your teaching materials by incorporating Open Education Resources (OER)? Join Dr. Mark J. Sciuchetti Jr., Associate Professor of Geography, in this engaging workshop designed for faculty members new or returning to OER. This first workshop of the Fall 2024 year for Online@JSU will provide an introduction to the world of open education, offering practical insights into finding, evaluating, and integrating high-quality OER into your courses. Participants will learn about the benefits of OER, including cost savings for students and the flexibility to customize materials to fit specific course needs. This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to start your OER journey. You will also learn about the new Open Education Resource Specialist (OERS) Certificate Program.
Mastering the Art of Meaningful Feedback: A Workshop for Online Course Instructors
Presented by Dr. Khadeidra Billingsly, Assistant Professor, English & Jax State Writing Center Director
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Abstract: Are you looking to enhance your online teaching skills by mastering the art of providing meaningful feedback to your students? Join Dr. Khadeidra Billingsley, Assistant Professor of English and Writing Center Director, in this interactive virtual workshop tailored specifically for online course instructors seeking to elevate their feedback techniques. Given that effective feedback is the cornerstone of student engagement, motivation, and growth, this workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and practical tools necessary to deliver impactful, constructive and actionable feedback that promotes student learning and development. Whether you're a seasoned online instructor looking to refine your feedback practices or a newcomer seeking to establish a strong foundation in virtual teaching, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical strategies to help you create a supportive and engaging online learning environment for your students.
Accessibility for ALL Students
Presented by Dr. Christopher Inman, Assistant Professor of Education, Senior Instructional Designer, Online@JSU
- Special Note: This workshop is part of a Jax State University initiative to assist faculty in making all course content for students in online courses.
- When: Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
- Modality: Virtual in Microsoft Teams
- Teams: Attend the Workshop in Microsoft Teams
Abstract: In this workshop, we will review how to create accessible content in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Canvas Studio. We will also review how to use various accessibility tools such as Canvas Accessibility Checker and the WAVE browser extension to check your content for accessibility. Learn how to make documents, images, and videos accessible for all students.
Canvas Tools – Gradebook & Assignments Page
Presented by Dr. Christopher Inman, Assistant Professor of Education, Senior Instructional Designer, Online@JSU
- Special Note: This workshop is part of a Jax State University initiative led by Provost Christie Shelton for all instructors to report mid-term and final grades in Canvas.
- When: Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
- Modality: Virtual in Microsoft Teams
- Teams: Attend the Workshop in Microsoft Teams
Abstract: In this session, we will review the components and functions of the Canvas Gradebook including topics such as manually posting grades, late grading policy set-up, creating a Notes column, exporting the gradebook, applying filters to search for assignments, and more. We will also review the components and functions of the Assignments Index Page including topics such as creating assignment groups, weighted grading, assignment group rules, editing assignment due dates in bulk, and more.
Canvas Tools - Peer Review Assignments, Assignment Annotation, Canvas Discussion Features
Dr. Christopher Inman, Assistant Professor of Education, Senior Instructional Designer, Online@JSU
- Special Note: This workshop is a demonstration/how-to workshop.
- When: Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
- Modality: Virtual in Microsoft Teams
- Teams: Attend the Workshop in Microsoft Teams
Abstract: In this workshop, we will demonstrate the following Canvas tools/features:
- Peer Review Assignments (how they function and how to set them up)
- Assignment Annotations
- Canvas Discussion Features (Some of them are new!)
Hands-On Question Generation Using New Quizzes
Presented by Carrie Kirk, Instructor, Learning Skills, Learning Services and Analytics
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Abstract:
Learning Objectives
- Create a variety of New Quizzes questions using your subject matter
- Classify which New Quizzes questions are best applicable for you
- Build testing parameters for test security using New Quizzes
This interactive presentation is a hands-on experience learning how to use New Quizzes where we will follow a three-step instructional approach. The first step involves watching short video illustrations of creating each type of New Quizzes question. After each illustration, we will share various ideas across different fields of study where the question may be applicable to use. Following the idea sharing discussion, we will create some of the New Quizzes questions using our own subject matter.