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.

Building a Connected Classroom Climate – Group 2

Building a Connected Classroom Climate Date, Time & Location: Session 1: Thursday, February 1st @ 3 PM in NKM-100 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 Family…

Event Series NISOD

Educator Trauma: Dangers Plaguing Educators In and Out of the Classroom

Join the Center for Academic Innovation for a NISOD Webinar Watch Party. Session Description Educator Trauma: Dangers Plaguing Educators In and Out of the Classroom The return to the classroom by both teachers and students, post-pandemic, has brought a rise of challenges and dangers to educators that compound an already stressful career. Educators at every…

The Body Keeps the Score Book Study

Join the Center for Academic Innovation for a book study on “The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. During this book study, we will explore how trauma can reshape neural pathways, influence emotions, and manifest in physical symptoms. Additionally, we’ll discuss van…

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…

The Body Keeps the Score Book Study

Join the Center for Academic Innovation for a book study on “The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma” by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. During this book study, we will explore how trauma can reshape neural pathways, influence emotions, and manifest in physical symptoms. Additionally, we’ll discuss van…

Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Getting Started with Generative Artificial Intelligence

Session Title: Getting Started with Generative Artificial Intelligence Date & Time: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM Location: NKM-117 or Teams Presenter(s) and/or Facilitator(s): Philip Arnold - Director of Instructional Support Dr. Julie Coltharp - Dean of Online and Faculty Development Session/Event Description: This is an overview of what generative AI is. In this session,…

Free
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…

Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot

Session Title: Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot Date & Time: Friday, February 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM Location: NKM-117 or Teams Presenter(s) and/or Facilitator(s): Philip Arnold - Director of Instructional Support Dr. Julie Coltharp - Dean of Online and Faculty Development Session/Event Description: This is a hands-on introductory session for those brand new to AI. In…

Free
Event Series Artificial Intelligence

Getting Started with Prompt Engineering

Session Title: Getting Started with Prompt Engineering Date & Time: Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM Location: NKM-117 or Teams Presenter(s) and/or Facilitator(s): Philip Arnold - Director of Instructional Support Dr. Julie Coltharp - Dean of Online and Faculty Development Session/Event Description: This is a hands-on session that includes an overview of designing effective prompts…

Free
Event Series Canvas

Canvas New Quizzes

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Session Title: Canvas New Quizzes Date, Time, & Location: Thursday, February 1st @ 11:00 AM in IC-104A or Teams Tuesday, February 27th @ 3:00 PM in IC-104A or Teams Tuesday, March 19th @ 10:00 AM in IC-104A or Teams Wednesday, March 27th @ 2:00 PM in IC-104A or Teams Monday, April 15th @ 1:00 PM…