Welcome to the OTC Employee Development calendar where current employees can browse and register for available training opportunities. Events are added throughout the semester so please check back often.

Event Series Faculty Unplug & Network (FUN)

Faculty Unplug & Network (FUN)

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Sometimes you’ve got to unplug to connect. There’s no objective. There’s no agenda. These meetings are just a place for Faculty to Unplug & Network. Hosted by Dr. Megan Weaver Thursday, September 7, 2023 11:00 AM LCN-122 Hosted by Dr. Matt Hudson Friday, October 13, 2023 11:00 AM ITTC-211 Hosted by Dr. Tracy McGrady Wednesday, November 15,…

Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

In response to the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), the Center for Academic Innovation has organized a series of educational development sessions aimed at preparing and informing faculty about the latest advancements in this transformative technology. Faculty are encouraged to participate in any or all of these sessions to gain insights into how…

Transforming Online Teaching in Higher Education Virtual Book Talk

Join authors Dr. Steven Goss, Dr. Robin Hummel, and Laura Zadoff in discussing their book, Transforming Online Teaching in Higher Education: Essential Practices for Engagement, Equity, and Inquiry. Drawing on their years of experience leading online classrooms in higher education, they present a transformative approach to teaching and learning online. The authors are to be…

Event Series Innovation Celebration Q&A Workshop

Innovation Celebration Q&A Brainstorming Workshop

Innovation Celebration Q&A Brainstorming Workshop Join us Tuesday, December 12th between 1:00 and 2:00 PM in ICE-224 or on Teams for an Innovation Celebration workshop! You'll have the opportunity to talk with a team of experts to: Brainstorm ideas Ask questions about applying for a Game Changer or Student Success Mini-Grant Find potential collaborators Seek…

Saturday of Support

Saturday of Support Date & Time: Saturday, January 6, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Location: Virtual on Microsoft Teams Event Description: Join the Center for Academic Innovation for a Saturday morning of virtual assistance. Aimed at instructors new to OTC, we'll be providing guidance on using Canvas, getting your syllabus ready, and making…

Academic Support Virtual Open House

Academic Support Virtual Open House Date & Time: Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: Virtual on Microsoft Teams Event Description: Need assistance with Canvas or your syllabus? Curious how Disability Support Services, the Library, Tutoring, or Testing Services can support you and your students? Pop into the Academic Support Virtual…

Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Generative AI Demonstration

In response to the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), the Center for Academic Innovation has organized a series of educational development sessions aimed at preparing and informing faculty about the latest advancements in this transformative technology. Faculty are encouraged to participate in any or all of these sessions to gain insights into how…

Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Generative AI Prompting

In response to the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), the Center for Academic Innovation has organized a series of educational development sessions aimed at preparing and informing faculty about the latest advancements in this transformative technology. Faculty are encouraged to participate in any or all of these sessions to gain insights into how…

Building a Connected Classroom Climate – Group 1

Building a Connected Classroom Climate Date, Time & Location: Session 1: Wednesday, January 31st @ 11 AM in LCN-122 or Teams Session 2: Wednesday, May 8th @ 11 AM in LCN-122 or Teams Facilitators: Darla McDowell, Instructor – Early Childhood Education Dr. Morgan Presley, Instructor – Biological Clinical Science Dr. Faith Swickard – Nursery Site Coordinator and…