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ADVANCING EDUCATION THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT SUPPORT TEACHING EXCELLENCE

  • New Access resources to help you shift to remote online learning environments. Here are things you should be thinking about now.
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Upcoming Events

  1. Apr 7 Using LockDown Browser and Monitor for Online Tests in HuskyCT2:30pm

    Using LockDown Browser and Monitor for Online Tests in HuskyCT

    Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

    02:30 PM - 03:30 PM

    Storrs Campus
    ROWE 319

    LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down a student’s computer when used for administering a test through HuskyCT. Monitor is an additional feature that uses a student’s webcam to record them taking their test, which provides a means to review the student’s testing environment. When taking a test using LockDown Browser, students are unable to print, copy, go to other websites, access other applications, or close a test until it is submitted for grading, and Monitor creates a video record of the time they spent taking the test. This session will cover the use of LockDown Browser and Monitor for tests, quizzes, and exams in your course, including recommended settings and best practices.

    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1263

    Contact Information: edtech@uconn.edu

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  2. Apr 10 Conversations in Service Learning: The What, How, Who? And leveraging results1:30pm

    Conversations in Service Learning: The What, How, Who? And leveraging results

    Friday, April 10th, 2020

    01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

    Storrs Campus
    ROWE 132

    Learn about the pedagogy of Service Learning and how to integrate it into existing or new courses in efficient ways. We will discuss how to leverage the pedagogy for PTR purposes and how Service Learning can lead to grant funding and research in meaningful ways with students and partners. All faculty, staff, and graduate students are welcome at any stage of Service Learning.
    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1260

    Contact Information: stacey.valliere@uconn.edu

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  3. Apr 13 HuskyCT Basics-Intro and Overview1:00pm

    HuskyCT Basics-Intro and Overview

    Monday, April 13th, 2020

    01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Other
    Online

    This session will introduce you to the new look of HuskyCT, and will cover the basics of HuskyCT such as how to begin using HuskyCT, how the LMS can be used in academic and non-academic environments, basic functions and tools, and tips and tricks for beginner users.

    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1288

    Contact Information: edtech@uconn.edu

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  4. Apr 14 Developing and Building Test, Surveys, and Pools in HuskyCT10:30am

    Developing and Building Test, Surveys, and Pools in HuskyCT

    Tuesday, April 14th, 2020

    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    Storrs Campus
    online

    Many instructors administer online assessments through HuskyCT, and this one-hour overview session covers the variety of settings that ensure a smooth experience for both you and your students. We will focus on the basics of test creation and a review of the options that determine the test-taking experience for your students.

    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1264

    Contact Information: edtech@uconn.edu

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  5. Apr 16 Developing and Facilitating Engaging Online Discussions (Webinar)1:00pm

    Developing and Facilitating Engaging Online Discussions (Webinar)

    Thursday, April 16th, 2020

    01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

    Storrs Campus
    Webinar

    Online discussions are used to build dynamic learning communities, to synthesize key concepts and to promote critical thinking skills. Join us as we discuss tips for writing engaging prompts and successfully facilitating discussion forums. We will be sharing examples from a number of different disciplines. This webinar is designed for faculty & TA's who plan to teach online within six months of this workshop.

    A webinar link will be sent to participants a few days before the event. You will benefit the most from this webinar if you attend using a computer rather than a mobile device or connecting via telephone.

    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1226

    Contact Information: stacey.valliere@uconn.edu

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  6. Apr 22 Preparing your Grade Center for Grade Calculation and Midterm/Final Grade Submission10:30am

    Preparing your Grade Center for Grade Calculation and Midterm/Final Grade Submission

    Wednesday, April 22nd, 2020

    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    Storrs Campus
    online

    In this session, you will learn to ensure your Grade Center is set up to accurately record and calculate student grades within HuskyCT. We will cover specific settings and features including total points calculations, weighted percentage calculations, categorizing graded items, including/excluding graded items, incorporating tests/exams, assignments, discussions, as well as many other types of assessments and grades in your course. We will also cover how to send a grade column to Student Admin for midterm and final grade submission.

    Register at - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1266

    Contact Information: edtech@uconn.edu

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Teaching and Learning
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Phone: 860-486-0457
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Email: CETL@uconn.edu

 

Keep Teaching

UConn Keep TeachingAccess resources to help you shift to remote online learning environments. Here are things you should be thinking about now.
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CETL’s 5th Annual Teaching Conference

SAVE THE DATE
Monday, May 11, 2020
"Teaching Excellence for All Learners"

Please join us for a day of presentations, workshops, and conversations on teaching strategies, inclusive practice, assessment of learning, and much more.  Theatre Delta will also return to UConn with a new performance – this time with enhanced interactivity.   An additional workshop will offer an opportunity to delve deeper into implicit bias, equity, and inclusive practices.   More details are coming soon.

Please pre-register at https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=1253

 

Bring your own device testing

Fixed auditorium imageBring your own device (BYOD) testing

For faculty looking to move away from paper exams or Scantrons, online testing is available through HuskyCT. Online testing can be offered in the classroom or as at-home assessments. For faculty wishing to administer online testing in the classroom (BYOD testing), CETL and ITS have worked to make this easier.  For more information and to register, please click here

University-wide Portfolium rollout

Portfolium logo The Center for Career Development, CETL, ITS, UConn Health, and Honors Program are pleased to announce the university-wide rollout of Portfolium, an e-portfolio system, to all faculty, staff, and students. To learn more about e-portfolios: https://cetl.uconn.edu/portfolios/

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Teaching Tips

  • Reflecting on Teaching, Apr. 2017
  • Subscribe to Mentor Commons, Apr. 2017
  • Teaching Philosophy, Apr. 2017
  • Active Learning Strategies, Apr. 2017
  • Planning a Service Learning Course, Mar. 2017
  • Teaching Tools at your Fingertips, Mar. 2017

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