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 Book Study

PDI Book Study: The Energy Bus (Group 1)

Session Title: PDI Book Study: The Energy Bus Location: ICW-219P or Teams Facilitator: Dr. Julie Coltharp, Executive Director - Professional Development Institute Description: Join us for an energizing four-week journey where you’ll learn about 10 Rules to fuel your life, work, and team with positive energy and purpose. Through engaging group discussions and personal reflection,…

Free
Event Series Canvas

Canvas Studio

Session Title: Canvas Studio Location: IC-104A or Teams Session Facilitator: Philip Arnold, Director – Instructional Support Session Description: Canvas Studio is a new Canvas feature for creating, managing, and sharing instructional videos. Join this session to explore essential functions, including recording, sharing, and interactive quizzing, all aimed at boosting student engagement and enhancing learning experiences.…

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Event Series Book Study

PDI Book Study: The Energy Bus (Group 2)

Session Title: PDI Book Study: The Energy Bus Location: ICW-219P or Teams Facilitator: Dr. Julie Coltharp, Executive Director - Professional Development Institute Description: Join us for an energizing four-week journey where you’ll learn about 10 Rules to fuel your life, work, and team with positive energy and purpose. Through engaging group discussions and personal reflection,…

Free
Event Series Eagle Summit

Introduction to Trauma-Informed Pedagogy for a Neurodiverse Student Population

This session was originally scheduled as a part of Eagle Summit Session Title: Introduction to Trauma-Informed Pedagogy for a Neurodiverse Student Population Date & Time: Friday, March 28, 2025 from 12:30 to 2:00 PM Location: LCS-228 on the Richwood Valley Campus - there will not be a virtual option for this session. Presenter: Dr. Courtney Smith-Nelson,…

Free

Event Series Instructional Strategies

Instructional Strategies: Anagrams

Session Title: Instructional Strategies: Anagrams Location: Teams Facilitators: Jacque Harris, Instructional Designer Amy Schneider, Instructional Designer Jennifer Whalen, Instructional Development Specialist Description: Anagrams are a simple way to activate a student's prior knowledge, jumpstart note-taking, or explicitly show them the growth of their learning. RSVP Instructions: Please RSVP below. Once your RSVP has been received,…

Event Series Supervisors

Empowering Employee Growth: A Supervisor’s Guide to Professional Development

Session Title: Empowering Employee Growth: A Supervisor's Guide to Professional Development Location: ICW-108B Session Facilitator: Dr. Julie Coltharp, Executive Director - Professional Development Institute Session Description: This two-hour training session is designed to equip supervisors with comprehensive strategies to support and enhance employee professional development. Supervisors will explore methods to foster employee growth, leverage internal…

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Event Series Technology Tips

The New and Improved Software Center

Session Title: The New and Improved Software Center Location: Teams Session Facilitator: Phil Sousa, Server System Administrator II Session Description: Have you ever used the Software Center on an Ozarks Tech computer? It's your one-stop shop for downloading and installing software programs like Camtasia, Snagit, and more. Well, it is getting an upgrade! Come learn…

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Event Series Instructional Strategies

Instructional Strategies: Anagrams

Session Title: Instructional Strategies: Anagrams Location: Teams Facilitators: Jacque Harris, Instructional Designer Amy Schneider, Instructional Designer Jennifer Whalen, Instructional Development Specialist Description: Anagrams are a simple way to activate a student's prior knowledge, jumpstart note-taking, or explicitly show them the growth of their learning. RSVP Instructions: Please RSVP below. Once your RSVP has been received,…

Event Series Trauma-Informed

Trauma-Informed Communication

Session Title: Trauma-Informed Communication Session Dates, Times & Locations: Thursday, March 27 at 9:00 AM in ICW-108B Thursday, April 3 at 9:00 AM on Microsoft Teams Thursday, April 10 at 9:00 AM in ICW-108BC Presenter: Rachel Herron, Title IX Assistant Coordinator Session Description: Approximately 1 out of every 2 people will experience trauma in their…

Event Series Technology Tips

The New and Improved Software Center

Session Title: The New and Improved Software Center Location: Teams Session Facilitator: Phil Sousa, Server System Administrator II Session Description: Have you ever used the Software Center on an Ozarks Tech computer? It's your one-stop shop for downloading and installing software programs like Camtasia, Snagit, and more. Well, it is getting an upgrade! Come learn…

RSVP Now Free 18 spots left