Spring 2023: Weekly OL Training Opportunities
Please direct questions to the Online Faculty Help Desk, 971-722-8227, or email dlhelp@pcc.edu.
Instructional Technology Spring 2024
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Week 4 Training Opportunities – Live sessions!
Stipend-Eligible sessions:
- Accessibility training. This term, part-time credit instructors are eligible for up to $125 in stipends based on completing a series of four (4) Accessibility training sessions completed between April 1, 2024, and June 7, 2024.
Registration through Cornerstone for each session can be found in the detailed Accessibility training & stipend information. - Using Hypothes.is in D2L Brightspace
Overview of Hypothes.is, including reasons to use, how to upload media, comment using text, audio, or video, and how to share with students through D2L.
| Register | Tue. 4 /23 | 10am – 11am | Join the Session | - Using Rubrics with Discussions & Assignments in D2L
Join us to start grading discussions and assignments with Rubrics. Rubrics allow for faster grading and providing general/predictable feedback, and more time to provide specific, thoughtful feedback to students. Learn how students can view rubrics before and after they complete the assignment.
| Register | Wed. 4 /24 | 10am – 11am | Join the Session | - Using Video/Audio Tools in D2L Brightspace
Learn about the variety of audio and video tools that can be used to add media to your course in D2L Brightspace. Some tools will be presented: Video Note, Kaltura/My Media, Zoom, VoiceThread, YouTube, and Google Drive. A brief overview of each tool will be demonstrated to give ideas on the best option for your course. | Register | Fri. 4 /26| 10am – 11am | Join the Session |
Non-stipend sessions:
- VT Webinar: Guest Presenter: How I use VoiceThread in my Online and Hybrid Courses
Learn how Beth Hammond uses VoiceThread in her courses at University of South Carolina Beaufort | Register | Tue. 4 /23 | 10am – 11 am | - Open Lab for Instructors | Reserve a Time | Fri. 4/26 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM | Join the Session |
All live sessions are subject to cancellation if no one has registered within 24 hours of the scheduled training. Check the calendar on the scheduled training day to see if it has been canceled.
Additional Resources
- Recorded workshops & webinars: a variety of sessions to get you started with the instructional tools used at PCC. We’ve curated recordings for each session that we offer, such as culturally responsive teaching strategies, strategies for showing faculty presence, creative solutions for delivering course content, etc.
- D2L Brightspace Guides: A list of all our PCC D2L Brightspace Guides and Video Tutorials.
- Zoom Guides: A list of all Zoom tutorials and resources.
- Creating Accessible Content: One-stop shop for resources on how to create accessible documents for class.
Accommodation Requests
Some sessions will have automated closed captioning. PCC provides accommodation for employees who experience disabilities to ensure we all are able to participate in employment-related activities. Please make requests for accommodation by emailing adacoordinator@pcc.edu or calling 971-722-5869 at least five (5) working days before the date of need.
Can’t make it to a scheduled session or want help sooner?
Contact your Instructional Technology Specialist (ITS).