Workshops & Events
C.T.I. Workshops "Teaching Techniques" 2007-2008
The CTI provides resources and support through many venues: individual consulting, workshops, presentations, learning circles, and online tutorials. We currently offer 2 workshop series, one focusing on tools for teaching & learning and the other on teaching techniques. The CTI also organizes special events for other departments on campus.
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Workshop Series |
Ne(x)TGen Learners | Learning Styles | Online Teaching |
Are SSC Students Ne(x)tGen Learners?
Join Lorri Krebs and Marc Boots-Ebenfield in an exploration of Ne(x)tGen Learner characteristics and their relevancy to SSC students. We will discuss ways to engage Ne(x)tGen learners and work as a group to transform assignments and class sessions you bring to the workshop to maximize their potential at SSC.
Lorri Krebs, Marc Boots-Ebenfield
November 13, 1:00-2:30 CC225
Moving Cases into the Learning Zone
Description One powerful way to engage students actively is to create a classroom competition and connect it with a subject about which students are passionate. Most subjects can be taught better when made a little exciting, and cases can provide that excitement in the classroom. We will “do” a case in this session the same way it could be taught in class, and I guarantee it will be fun and engaging. Be prepared to participate; no lurkers in this session!
Gina Vega
February 6, 3:30-5:00 CC225
Effective Student-Centered Processes
Johannah Morgen will introduce the theory and practice of using Maryellen Weimer's Learner-Centered teaching approach. After a brief introduction participants will discuss how the learner-centered approach could be applied to different content areas and student populations. The emphasis on learner-centered course design will focus on syllabus development. Participants are encouraged to bring a syllabus to the workshop.
Johannah Morgen
March 6, 3:30-5:30, CC225
Evaluating our students via performance-based assessments
The presenters will describe assignments in their courses where
students participate in hands-on learning experiences related to the
work involved in the profession of education. They will share a model
for developing such assignments, as well as assessment tools used to
evaluate students' learning.
Francesca Pomerantz, Michelle Pierce
April 22, 3:00-4:00, CC225
A Matter of Style
In this workshop, participants will identify their own styles of interaction and teaching; increase their understanding of peers and students; and learn to use style research for instructional planning or as a tool for personal and organizational change.
Ann Murray
December 12, 12:30-2:00, CC225
Integrating Learning Styles into Lesson Design
Integrating Learning Styles into Lesson Design This workshop will examine how learning styles can be taken into consideration when designing and teaching courses as well as assessing students. By organizing teaching activities, course materials and assessment with the students' abilities in mind, students can develop more effective learning habits.
Lorri Krebs
February 13, 1:00-2:30, CC225
Universal Design Approaches
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the principles of Universal Design and suggest simple steps for implementing it in your course design and class activities. Participants are asked to bring an assignment that they are willing to share, so we can discuss ways to apply universal design in your class.
Elspeth Slayter
March 5, 11:00-12:00, CC130
Evaluating the Learning Process
One of the most important lessons we can teach our students is how to learn. This workshop will highlight techniques to examine quickly and easily how your students approach learning. Bring an assignment or class activity that you would like to assess and we will brainstorm together
Marc Boots-Ebenfield
April 18, 3:30-4:30, CC225
QuickStart Guide to Online Learning
Anyone can get started designing an online course wiith a basic understanding of best practices in online learning. Bring your syllabus and after a quick overview of the essentials of online course design participants will start to create their own online units. We focus on fully online courses. Basic knowledge of WebCT helpful, but not necessary.
Marc Boots-Ebenfield
February 4, 4:00-5:30, CC131
Online Class – Discussion Driven or Lectures?
This seminar will aim to show how some online classes can be effectively managed without the use of lectures. We will discuss what courses might be most likely candidates for this design, what the dangers and advantages are and how to design and manage your course. Presenting will be Robert Blanchard who has over the last six years delivered Online classes at the undergraduate and masters levels at several institutions including Salem State. The discussions will center on using native functionality available in WebCT and not depend on any other software beyond standard MS Office applications.
Bob Blanchard
February 12, 2:30-4:00, CC131
Surviving Your First Online Teaching Experience
Interested in teaching online courses but unsure of what to expect? Join Chris Mauriello from the history department for a presentation and discussion on surviving your first online teaching experience. The workshop is aimed at instructors contemplating moving their course to an online format for the first time or just beginning the process. Questions such as “Am I ready to this?” or “how is face to face and online teaching different” will be addressed. Come with your questions, concerns, anxieties and ideas.
Chris Mauriello
February 26, 3:00-4:00, CC131
Assessing Critical Thinking Skills in Online Courses
This presentation will focus on ways to assess the development of critical thinking skills, utilizing critical thinking as an outcome variable. By treating critical thinking as an outcome variable, you are concurrently measuring whether a course goal has been met. Examples of a pre and post measure that has been administered to three sections of a course, Legal Anthropology will be presented. Two sections of the course were online; one in the day program and one in the DCGE program. Another section was a hybrid in the day program with the class meeting once a week and an online assignment for the other class. In addition, examples of a course evaluation will be introduced that reflects standard course evaluations as well as additional items about the use of course materials. Lastly the use webct student reports as comparison measures will be presented.
Kristen Kuehnle
April 9, 3:00-4:30, CC131