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!

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, […]

This session will demonstrate how to use Microsoft Teams to post your recorded session, create break-out sessions through channels, and use the assignments tab. 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 session will walk faculty through the process for copying and updating your course(s) for the winter semester. This session will cover the following recommendations: https://websiteredesign.durhamcollege.ca/cafe/educational-tech/updating-your-courses/ Register Now!

Understanding how memory creation and learning works is integral in developing lesson plans and study strategies that promote durable learning and ease of knowledge retrieval and application.  This session will focus on how educators can use the Science of Learning to encourage and support study strategies to promote deep and durable learning in preparation for […]

This session will show you the basics of how to use the Virtual Classroom.  Did you know Virtual Classroom can also be used as virtual office hours?. Register Now!

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!

Are you creating a lesson that is engaging and supportive of student learning?  Have you leveraged the Jumpstart lesson planning strategy, but are unsure if you have met the goals of this lesson planning process?  Perhaps you would just like to bounce some ideas around or have another set of eyes review your plan.  This session is […]

This session will provide an overview for Mac 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 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 […]

This introductory-level session will provide an overview of DC Connect and some of its most essential features and is strongly recommended based on Durham College's Learning Management System Use policy. This session will provide hands-on training on the DC Connect user interface as well as how to add and manage content within your course. Participants will […]

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!

A rubric is a grading tool that divides the assigned work into component parts and provides clear descriptions of the expectations associated with each component, at varying levels of mastery.  A well-designed rubric can reduce instructor subjectivity, provide a guide to students as to what is expected, act as a learning tool, and reduce the […]

This introductory-level session will introduce features of DC Connect that help to support students.  In discussing features like Release Conditions and Intelligent Agents we will be changing our focus from content delivery and direct student interaction and instead looking at ways to guide students in their learning using DC Connect and assisting students who need […]

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 […]

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!

An opportunity to review the recently developed Campus Health and Wellness Centre’s Mental Health Infographic and Supporting Information Page for staff and faculty; this orientation has been developed to assist staff to recognize, respond and refer students in mental health distress. Please join Rebecca Dempsey (CHWC Mental Health Nurse) and Kym Kvasnak (Health Promotion Coordinator) […]

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 […]

Struggling to figure out the best way to deliver content in a way that is both productive and engaging?  Have some ideas but not sure how to make them happen in a remote delivery format?  Pop in to have a brainstorming session and conversation on how to create active learning activities that will meet the academic needs […]

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 […]

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!

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!

Need to stuff an elephant into a champagne glass, or wrap your scarf around the moon? All things are possible with creativity! Join us at the Durham College Creativity Day on May 27 to hear about how creativity has inspired members of the Creativity and Education team and made their minds a much more interesting […]

This session will provide an overview for Mac 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!

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!

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!

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!