Authentic Assessments for Student Engagement
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Tired of the same old quiz-and-discussion cycle? Students might be. Surveys show better engagement with authentic assessments: application of learning to real-world situations. Authentic exercises often involve creativity, require judgement about which information to include, and call for advanced planning as to how it should be used.
In this workshop, we'll review examples of how to deploy authentic assessments via Canvas. You'll be encouraged to share your ideas for authentic assessment and, if you're new to this practice, develop your own.
Creating a Class Introduction Google Site
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A class introduction website (also known as a "Liquid Syllabus") is one way to humanize instruction by providing students with information about you and the class prior to the first day. These sites can help to build a community of inclusion and trust. This workshop will guide you through the steps to create your own class introduction website using Google Sites.
Creating an Inclusive Classroom for Students with Disabilities
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As educators, the decisions and policies we make about class structure influence student success and persistence. The approach we take in guiding students with disabilities in navigating our own courses play a role in shaping the overall learning experience at Citrus College. This workshop will increase awareness of the challenges faced by students on our campus and support strategies available to address those challenges. Topics may include developing a welcoming syllabus, nurturing student self-advocacy, setting clear expectations, and eliminating microaggressions and discrimination.
Grants for Your CTE Program
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An informational workshop explaining the details and steps required to apply for a Strong Workforce and or Perkins Grant. We will discuss the differences of each grant and what it takes to receive funding to keep your program current and in pace with regional economic needs and industry innovation.
Intermediate Excel: Beyond the Basics
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This intermediate Microsoft Excel training class is meant for staff who have worked with Excel and want to learn more. The workshop will cover SUMIF, COUNTIF, MATCH, INDEX function, as well as functions that manipulate text and dates. Learn how to apply conditional formatting and sort and filter lists. Additionally, an introduction to Pivot Tables will be demonstrated.
Navigating Taskstream and Best Practices for Completing Student Learning Outcome Assessments (SLOAs)
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Have you had trouble setting goals for completing annual SLOAs or navigating Taskstream? Consider joining a faculty-driven conversation intended to refresh and strengthen strategies, discuss best practices, and provide more meaning for required annual SLOAs. Topics for conversation may include: navigating Taskstream, best practices, refreshing/reinforcing goals, and strategies (collecting data, discerning data), and adding meaning to annual SLOAs.
Nurturing Inclusivity in the Classroom
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The forum will explore drafting effective and inclusive syllabus language, identifying readings and activities for fostering empathy and compassion for others, designing assignments that are respectful of and curious about diverse experiences and identities, and nurturing a classroom environment in which all voices are truly heard and respected.
Supporting and Mentoring First-Generation Students at Citrus College
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This workshop will provide insight into the first-generation college experience along with techniques, resources, and programs for mentoring and better engaging with this population. A first-generation student panel will also share their experiences at Citrus College.
Teaching Honors from Courseleaf to the Classroom
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Are you interested in teaching an honors course? Want to plan a new honors course, but not sure how? This presentation is for you. It will cover how to complete an honors addendum on Courseleaf for courses that your department would like to add to the honors course offerings. Additionally, ideas and best practices for teaching honors classes will be presented to help faculty develop their own honors course curriculum. Brainstorming opportunities will be available if the group would like to participate in the development of ideas for particular courses.
