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Oct

Location

Online

Date & Time

October 29, 2024, 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Description

Are you new to creating accessible presentations? Join this session to learn how to get started with creating accessible presentations using MS PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Adobe Acrobat. In...

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Oct

Location

Online

Date & Time

October 21, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Workshop Recording: https://voicethread.com/myvoice/thread/29275963 This workshop is provided by VoiceThread specifically for UMBC instructors. Creating engaging online courses is not easy....

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Oct

Location

Online

Date & Time

October 17, 2024, 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm

Description

Are you new to creating accessible documents?Join this session to learn how to create accessible documents using MS Word, Google Docs, Blackboard Ultra, and Adobe Acrobat. We will also share best...

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Oct

Location

Online

Date & Time

October 4, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

The success of students in a Blackboard course is often dependent on their level of engagement and their ability to stay on track with course content and assignments. As an instructor, it's...

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Oct

Location

Engineering : 025

Date & Time

October 3, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Resources Webex Recording (started at slide #8, UMBC login req'd) Presentation Slides Anonymous Feedback Form In this presentation two UMBC faculty, Karen Chen (IS) and Fow-Sen Choa(CS/EE)...

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Sep

Location

Online

Date & Time

September 25, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Are you new to Blackboard Ultra? Join this 45 minute session with live demo to review Ultra assessment tools to prepare your course, including the following topics: Create tests and...

View Event Details for Blackboard Ultra Assessments in 45 Minutes or Less

Sep

Location

Online

Date & Time

September 20, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

In 1985, Steve Jobs predicted the potential for AI to support student learning and engagement with course content. [Video] Video link: Steve Jobs Predicts ChatGPT in 1985 What might your...

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Aug

Location

Online

Date & Time

August 26, 2024, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Description

The “Ultra Essentials for Teaching Assistants” workshop equips teaching assistants with essential skills for effective course management and a supportive learning experience for students....

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Aug

Location

Online

Date & Time

August 23, 2024, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Description

This event is hosted by Poll Everywhere for UMBC users. Join this interactive training session to preview the new Poll Everywhere course management features, available in late August. These...

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Aug

Location

Online

Date & Time

August 23, 2024, 12:00 pm – 12:40 pm

Description

Join our workshop as we dive into the world of Microsoft Teams! Discover how MS Teams can enhance your communication, collaboration, and synchronization with Blackboard, empowering you to create a...

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Create Accessible Presentations to Best Serve Your Audience

MS PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe Acrobat featured tools

The New VoiceThread (hosted by VoiceThread for UMBC)

Simpler, More Accessible, and More Powerful

Create Accessible Documents and Meet the Needs of Your Audience

Featuring MS Word, Google Docs, Ultra Docs, Adobe Acrobat

Track Student Progress & Elevate Learner Outreach

Use Blackboard Ultra Progress Tracking & Communication Tools

Using AI to Create, Assess & Align Multiple Choice Questions

Can AI help align assessments to Bloom's Taxonomy?

Blackboard Ultra Assessments in 45 Minutes or Less

Tests, Assignments, Question Banks, & AI-inspired assessment

Enhancing Student Engagement with AI Conversations in Blackboard Ultra: A Socratic Tool for Interactive Learning and Critical Thinking

Explore this new tool to support students

Ultra Essentials for Teaching Assistants

Creating a supporting environment for student success

Poll Everywhere New Course Management Features Training

Hosted by Poll Everywhere for UMBC users

Getting Started with Microsoft Teams

Explore this exciting session on MS Teams on August 23rd

MS PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe Acrobat featured tools

Simpler, More Accessible, and More Powerful

Featuring MS Word, Google Docs, Ultra Docs, Adobe Acrobat

Use Blackboard Ultra Progress Tracking & Communication Tools

Can AI help align assessments to Bloom's Taxonomy?

Tests, Assignments, Question Banks, & AI-inspired assessment

Explore this new tool to support students

Creating a supporting environment for student success

Hosted by Poll Everywhere for UMBC users

Explore this exciting session on MS Teams on August 23rd

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