This session will provide an overview of the new Video Assignments tool in DC Connect. The Video Assignments tool has four available project types: individual project, group project, interactive video and question & answer. This tool is a great option for students to demonstrate knowledge in an online assignment. This session will demonstrate the difference between these […]

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!

Written response 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 select and set-up written response questions to target specific levels of assessments and understanding. Register Now!

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!

This introductory-level session will introduce the Assignments tool in DC Connect. The Assignments tool enables faculty to create folders where students can submit their assignments electronically. Faculty can also view and download student submissions and return them with grades and feedback. This session will cover how to configure Assignment Submission Folders and discuss best practices for their […]

H5P is a great tool that would allow faculty members to add more dynamic content quickly to their courses, no technical skills necessary. This introductory session will provide a brief overview of eCampus Ontario’s H5P Studio website, including steps to create an interactive drag and drop learning activity from start to finish. Register Now!

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 […]

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; […]

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 […]

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 […]

Are you interested in SoTL research, but are unsure of where to start in developing your proposal? Please join us for an information session as we review the primary components of SoTL, discuss best practices for developing your proposal, and provide guidance towards next steps in the application process. Register Now!

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 […]

This drop-in session will walk you through the process of exporting final grades to Banner. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to: Verify whether grades are visible to your students or not; Review setup of final grades and edit final grades, and Export grades to Banner from DC Connect. Join Here!

This drop-in session will walk you through the process of exporting final grades to Banner. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to: Verify whether grades are visible to your students or not; Review setup of final grades and edit final grades, and Export grades to Banner from DC Connect. Join Now!

The course outline lays the blueprint for the assessment of a course and faculty are required to create a gradebook in DC Connect that reflects the evaluation criteria described by it. Where do Pass/Fail courses fit into this picture? Also, the Evaluation Notes can describe policies for missed assessments and student friendly re-weighting opportunities that […]

This drop-in session will walk you through the process of exporting final grades to Banner. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to: Verify whether grades are visible to your students or not; Review setup of final grades and edit final grades, and Export grades to Banner from DC Connect. Register Now!

This drop-in session will walk you through the process of exporting final grades to Banner. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to: Verify whether grades are visible to your students or not; Review setup of final grades and edit final grades, and Export grades to Banner from DC Connect. Register Now!

This drop-in session will walk you through the process of exporting final grades to Banner. At the completion of this session, participants will be able to: Verify whether grades are visible to your students or not; Review setup of final grades and edit final grades, and Export grades to Banner from DC Connect. Register Now!

For faculty interested in how applied research works at Durham College, we will be presenting a new workshop series this fall. The series will cover the entire applied research process, addressing the wide variety of research disciplines at DC. In this session you will get a chance to hear about logistics as well as workshop […]

Mobile devices are being used now more than ever, and that means in education too! This introductory workshop will provide an overview of Mobile Learning, or mLearning, and how you can adapt your existing materials to be mobile-friendly. A high-level summary of Mobile First Instructional Design concepts will be explored, resources provided, and most importantly […]

Preparing submission of your course outline and/or outlines during Spring semester? Come with your questions to this Drop-In session and we will get you off on the right foot with best practices and tools to support you to write strong and clear course learning outcomes (CLOs)! Register Now!

All Durham College courses have a course outline document that describes the learning outcomes, evaluation criteria, and learning plan of the course. WebCOT is the College’s Web-based Course Outline Template application and is used to edit, review, and approve these course outlines. This session will provide a general overview of the course outline creation, approval, […]

Have you seen our DC Connect template and want to know how to get started? Have you used our template but never explored using the existing interactive elements to better organize your content? When using the interactive elements, have you wished there was a way to customize them without knowing html code? Then please join […]

In this session we will explore the versatility of Sway as a digital storytelling platform that can accomplish many educational aims such as active learning, collaboration, and assessment. We will learn how to navigate the Sway interface, add images and videos, stack and group cards, and customize layouts. If you're interested in learning how to […]

Academic Integrity is on the minds of most faculty, particularly related to assessments during remote delivery. Concerns abound: How do we prevent students from sharing answers? How do we know they are doing their own work? Do I need to use remote proctoring? In this session, we will reframe standard approaches to assessment of learning […]

H5P is a great tool that would allow faculty members to add more dynamic content quickly to their courses, no technical skills necessary. This introductory session will provide a brief overview of eCampus Ontario’s H5P Studio website, including steps to create an interactive drag and drop learning activity from start to finish. Register Now!

The Annual Program Review (APR) is a systematic process for continuous program improvement. Get a head start on writing the APR. This session will review the APR template and considerations for completing the form. Register Now!

This session will walk faculty through the process for copying and updating your course(s) for next semester. This session will cover the following recommendations from the CTL website resources. Register Now!