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Test Construction – Developing Short Answer Questions

Short answer questions are a great way to get to the heart of learning, and can be used in diagnostic, formative and summative assessments in various ways.  In this session we will explore how to set-up short answer questions to target specific levels of assessments and understanding. Register Now!

Test Construction – Writing Multiple Choice Questions

Setting up a discerning multiple-choice assessment can be a challenge for even the most seasoned educator.  In this session we will review tips and tricks to create multiple choice items that will provide appropriate discrimination between learners who have the knowledge and those who may “multiple guess”. Register Now!

Drop-in Workshop: Midterm Test Construction Review

Delivering a relevant and well-constructed test or exam can reduce text anxiety, improve question comprehension, and be the difference in effectively evaluating the knowledge and understanding of your students. Unsure of how your test or exam is shaping up? Drop in with your assessment for a review, conversation and perhaps some suggestions to shape your […]

Drop-in Workshop: Midterm Test Construction Review

Delivering a relevant and well-constructed test or exam can reduce text anxiety, improve question comprehension, and be the difference in effectively evaluating the knowledge and understanding of your students. Unsure of how your test or exam is shaping up? Drop in with your assessment for a review, conversation and perhaps some suggestions to shape your […]

Drop-in Workshop: Midterm Test Construction Review

Delivering a relevant and well-constructed test or exam can reduce text anxiety, improve question comprehension, and be the difference in effectively evaluating the knowledge and understanding of your students. Unsure of how your test or exam is shaping up? Drop in with your assessment for a review, conversation and perhaps some suggestions to shape your […]

How to Create Videos for your Course – Windows

This session will provide an overview for Windows users, of how to create videos for your course.  Methods for creating the following types of videos will be discussed: slide show recording, screen recording, as well as a demonstration or “talking head” video.   This session will also cover captioning and sharing videos. Register Now!

DC Connect Grades

This introductory-level session will introduce the Grades tool in DC Connect and is strongly recommended based on Durham College's Learning Management System Use policy. The Grades tool is a powerful mechanism for record student performance.  Faculty can set up a gradebook that reflects their approach to evaluation. They can control the grading formula used to calculate grades; how projects, assignments, tests, […]

Microsoft Teams: Level-up and Q&A

This collaborative session will provide faculty the opportunity to see advanced features inside of Microsoft Teams (such as breakout rooms), learn about new features coming to the platform, and participate in a question and answer period. Register Now!

Test out the Virtual Classroom for Synchronous Classes

This session is for faculty who are looking to feel more comfortable hosting synchronous classes in the Virtual Classroom. In this small group session, we will take turns being” students" and "faculty", allowing each attendee to grow their confidence in facilitating using Virtual Classroom. We will aim to let all attendees share their presentation, launch a poll and create a break-out room. A CTL team […]

DC Connect: Quizzes

This intermediate-level session will introduce the Quizzes tool in DC Connect.  Participants are expected to have a basic familiarity with DC Connect prior to attending this session. The Quizzes tool is used to create and manage quizzes. Various types of quiz questions may be utilized and many can be graded automatically. Quizzes may be used for assessment or for review. […]