The difference of mental health and mental illness is like a teeter-totter. Your employees may be coping well one week and struggling to cope the next. Learn the difference between mental wellness and disorder, when to provide resources of professional care to employees, what warning signs to look for, and ways to help employees…
For those areas who are completing a comprehensive plan during the fall 2023 semester, there are open lab times scheduled to help you through the process. Not completing the comprehensive plan? We’re still here to help with your annual plan that is due December 1. Join us in Simmons Conference Room (Springfield Campus – ICE…
Do you interact with students in your job or have access to student records? If you do, then this session is for you! Student information and records are protected by FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act), but what does that mean for OTC faculty and Staff? This workshop will go over the basics of…
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,…
Coping With Compassion Fatigue as Faculty and Staff A recent survey indicated that 65 percent of individuals working in higher education were suffering from burnout, and a whopping 85 percent were performing work at a level that was not sustainable. The field we work in is so important and can be draining at times. Taking…
For those areas who are completing a comprehensive plan during the fall 2023 semester, there are open lab times scheduled to help you through the process. Not completing the comprehensive plan? We’re still here to help with your annual plan that is due December 1. Join us in Simmons Conference Room (Springfield Campus – ICE…
Session Title: Microsoft Teams for Teaching - Basic Training Dates & Times: Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 11:00 AM Monday, September 25, 2023, 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 10:00 AM Monday, October 23, 2023, 3:00 PM Friday, November 10, 2023, 12:00 PM Location: Center for Academic Innovation, Information Commons 104, or virtually via Microsoft Teams Presenter: Philip Arnold, Director…
This book study cohort will meet for one hour on Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm beginning September 13 through October 4, 2023. The facilitator for this book study will contact participants with a link to join the meeting virtually via Teams. The in-person meeting will be held on the Springfield Campus in PMC…
This webinar is presented by Magellan Healthcare and includes the following topics: Define what it means to be a mental health ally. Learn how to help someone who is struggling. Discuss how to foster a positive environment. Click HERE to register for this free webinar.
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…
Join Missouri State University's McQueary College of Health and Human Services for engaging discussions on the intersection of artificial intelligence, health, and higher education. Friday, September 15 @ 1:30 PM - AI and Higher Education: Opportunities & Challenges Friday, October 27 @ 1:30 PM - AI in Public Health and Healthcare: How I Learned to…
Emotional intelligence is understanding and managing your own emotions and those of the people around you who can foster more effective communication, improved teamwork and a more empathetic leadership approach. More and more, organizations are recognizing the transformative power of EI in creating a more engaged, productive and positive workplace. In this webcast you will learn: What…
For those areas who are completing a comprehensive plan during the fall 2023 semester, there are open lab times scheduled to help you through the process. Not completing the comprehensive plan? We’re still here to help with your annual plan that is due December 1. Join us in Simmons Conference Room (Springfield Campus – ICE…
Session Title: Getting Started with Kahoot! Dates & Times: Tuesday, September 19, 2023, 11:00 AM Thursday, September 28, 2023, 3:00 PM Location: Center for Academic Innovation, Information Commons 104, or virtually via Microsoft Teams Session Description: This training provides faculty an introduction to using Kahoot, a widely used gamified learning platform. You will learn how to create engaging…
This book study cohort will meet for one hour on Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm beginning September 13 through October 4, 2023. The facilitator for this book study will contact participants with a link to join the meeting virtually via Teams. The in-person meeting will be held on the Springfield Campus in PMC…
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…
For those areas who are completing a comprehensive plan during the fall 2023 semester, there are open lab times scheduled to help you through the process. Not completing the comprehensive plan? We’re still here to help with your annual plan that is due December 1. Join us in Simmons Conference Room (Springfield Campus – ICE…
Session Title: Microsoft Teams for Teaching - Basic Training Dates & Times: Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 11:00 AM Monday, September 25, 2023, 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 10:00 AM Monday, October 23, 2023, 3:00 PM Friday, November 10, 2023, 12:00 PM Location: Center for Academic Innovation, Information Commons 104, or virtually via Microsoft Teams Presenter: Philip Arnold, Director…
Missouri State Univerity's 20th annual Public Affairs Conference is September 26-28, 2023 with a mix of free, in-person speakers and live virtual panel sessions that explore the theme Navigating the Now: Tradition, Innovation and Wisdom in a World of Change. Sessions that may be of interest to OTC faculty include: Wednesday, September 27 11:15 AM…
Session Title: Microsoft OneDrive Training for Faculty Dates & Times: Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 3:00 PM Location: Center for Academic Innovation, Information Commons 104, or virtually via Microsoft Teams Presenter: Kimberly Lyons, Coordinator - IT Help Desk Session Description: This Microsoft OneDrive training is designed to help OTC instructors use…
This webinar discusses the comparison of a Growth vs. Fixed Mindset as summarized by Author Carol Dweck. This leadership session will cover a variety of ways to build confidence in teams when mistakes are made and how one responds to the outcome of said mistakes. Scenarios and a brief activity will help the audience gain…
This book study cohort will meet for one hour on Wednesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm beginning September 13 through October 4, 2023. The facilitator for this book study will contact participants with a link to join the meeting virtually via Teams. The in-person meeting will be held on the Springfield Campus in PMC…
This webinar is presented by Magellan Healthcare and includes the following topics: Explain how to build psychological safety. Review how a safe space improves employee wellbeing. Summarize best practices for a positive work culture. Click HERE to register for this free webinar.
During this free webinar, we're exploring alternatives to grading. We'll be joined by Jesse Stommel, author of the new book Undoing the Grade: Why We Grade, and How to Stop. Jesse Stommel is currently a faculty member in the Writing Program at the University of Denver. He teaches courses about pedagogy, film, digital studies, and composition.…
Session Title: Getting Started with Kahoot! Dates & Times: Tuesday, September 19, 2023, 11:00 AM Thursday, September 28, 2023, 3:00 PM Location: Center for Academic Innovation, Information Commons 104, or virtually via Microsoft Teams Session Description: This training provides faculty an introduction to using Kahoot, a widely used gamified learning platform. You will learn how to create engaging…
Everything PageUp! Learn more about how to post jobs, hiring part-time, full-time, and adjunct positions, verbal offer process, filling out offer details, and changing the status for applicants. Click here to join the meeting
Conference Title: Technology & Learning Conference 2023 Date & Time: Friday, September 29, 2023, beginning at 7:00 AM central time Location: Virtual Only Event Description: For a complete conference schedule, see the event website. Session highlights include: Creating a Culture of (Learning) Innovation Re-imagining Assessment: Evaluating Learning in Novice College Writers Post-AI Language Model Ubiquity Evolution…
Click HERE to register for this event! Location: Springfield Campus, PMC
This Friday SLO (Student Learning Outcomes) Talk will focus on how Artificial Intelligence is impacting the assessment of student learning in writing instruction. To register, complete the Zoom meeting registration form. Additional Friday SLO Talks will be held throughout the semester. To register for additional sessions, complete the Zoom meeting registration form.