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SUMMARY:Personalize and Engage: Using Brightspace Tools to Support Every Learner (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create a more engaging and inclusive learning environment by tailoring course experiences to meet the diverse needs of your students. In this session\, you’ll learn how to automate personalized communication and reminders\, recognize and motivate student achievements\, customize access to course content\, and provide targeted support for learners with different needs.  \n\n\n\nGain practical strategies to boost student motivation and success while keeping your course organized and efficient. Whether your goal is to increase engagement or offer flexible learning pathways\, this webinar will equip you with actionable insights to make your Brightspace course truly student-centered.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/personalize-and-engage-using-brightspace-tools-to-support-every-learner-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:D2L: Practical AI for Higher Ed: Designing\, Assessing and Innovating (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Join us  for a dynamic\, hands-on session exploring real strategies for using AI to enhance teaching and learning.  We’ll walk through how to build custom GPTs\, create immersive scenario-based learning\, and reimagine assessment for an AI-driven era. You’ll also get a preview of what’s next in AI and how your institution can stay ahead of the curve.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event \n\n\n\nSpecial Note – this event is hosted by D2L.  When registering\, please use your SSC email address.
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-practical-ai-for-higher-ed-designing-assessing-and-innovating-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:D2L: Increasing Learner Accountability with Class Progress & Completion Tracking (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use Class Progress and Completion Tracking to monitor engagement and identify challenges early \n\n\n\nExplore key data points that help you understand learner behavior and support timely interventions \n\n\n\nDiscover strategies to communicate progress updates and guide learners toward increased accountability \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this Event \n\n\n\nSpecial Note – this event is hosted by D2L.  When registering\, please use your SSC email address.
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-increasing-learner-accountability-with-class-progress-completion-tracking-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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SUMMARY:D2L: Ensuring Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: How to Assess Real Skills in a New Educational Era (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design authentic\, video-based assignments that promote real-time explanation and critical thinking \n\n\n\nExplore forward-looking assessment strategies that reduce reliance on easily AI-generated work \n\n\n\nSee how AI-driven feedback can provide timely\, consistent support without increasing instructor workload \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this Event \n\n\n\nSpecial Note – this event is hosted by D2L.  When registering\, please use your SSC email address.
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-ensuring-academic-integrity-in-the-age-of-ai-how-to-assess-real-skills-in-a-new-educational-era-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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UID:10001172-1776088800-1776092400@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Take a Deep Dive Look at your D2L Course Data for the Spring 2026 Term (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU’s)
DESCRIPTION:Knowing how and when students are interacting with course material can be invaluable in various ways.  First\, it allows instructors the opportunity tweak and adjust their content during the term.  Second\, at the end of a term\, instructors can view data and see what worked and what didn’t and have the statistic data to back up these findings.  This allows an instructor to tweak their course content for next term.   \n\n\n\nJoin the Teaching and Learning Center team in this online webinar where we focus on various places within D2L instructors can access analytics and statistics about their courses. Other areas that will be explored include looking for trends in late and missing submissions\, viewing quiz questions and responses\, comparing student learning between topics\, confirming student are indeed accessing course material and strategic planning for intervention\, if necessary.   \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/take-a-deep-dive-look-at-your-d2l-course-data-for-the-spring-2026-term-online-webinar-25-pgus/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
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UID:10001173-1776693600-1776697200@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Engaging Students Through D2L Discussions (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU's)
DESCRIPTION:Looking to boost student engagement in your in-person\, blended\, or online courses? This session explores practical strategies for using D2L discussion forums to foster meaningful interaction\, support introverted learners\, and streamline grading. Learn how to craft better prompts\, encourage participation\, and manage your time effectively—even with large classes. Whether you’re new to D2L or just need a refresher\, this session will help you make the most of online discussions. \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/engaging-students-through-d2l-discussions-online-webinar-25-pgus-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260320T210220Z
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UID:10001174-1776960000-1776963600@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Microsoft 365 Refresher for SSC Faculty and Staff (Outlook\, Teams and OneDrive) (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a Microsoft 365 refresher? Join us for an updated training session designed to help SSC faculty and staff make the most of the tools you use every day.  \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover the latest features and best practices for Outlook\, Teams\, and OneDrive\, including how to manage email and calendars more efficiently\, collaborate in real time\, and stay organized across devices. You’ll learn tips for using Teams as your central hub for communication and meetings\, as well as how OneDrive and cloud storage can simplify file access\, sharing\, and version control.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to brush up on the basics or discover new capabilities\, this session will help you work smarter and stay connected in today’s Microsoft 365 environment.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/microsoft-365-refresher-for-ssc-faculty-and-state-outlook-teams-and-onedrive-online-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260320T170013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T170419Z
UID:10001158-1777388400-1777395600@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260320T170728Z
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UID:10001159-1778598000-1778605200@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260206T182309Z
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UID:10001121-1778673600-1778677200@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:D2L:  Course Design Best Practice for Higher Education (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to align learning objectives with assessment methods  \n\n\n\nStrategies for creating dynamic and inclusive learning environments  \n\n\n\nInsights into the latest trends and tools in course design   \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this Event \n\n\n\nSpecial Note – this event is hosted by D2L.  When registering\, please use your SSC email address.
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-course-design-best-practice-for-higher-education-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260320T171022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T171023Z
UID:10001160-1779807600-1779814800@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
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UID:10001161-1781017200-1781024400@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232905
CREATED:20260320T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T171646Z
UID:10001162-1782226800-1782234000@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Beginning April 24\, 2026\, a new federal accessibility mandate requires that all state and local government digital content  (including websites\, mobile apps\, PDFs\, documents\, emails\, slide decks\, forms\, videos\, and online services) must fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This requirement applies to South Suburban College. To help the campus prepare\, the SSC Accessibility Taskforce has requested that the Teaching and Learning Center provide basic training.    \n\n\n\nThis hands‑on session will introduce faculty and staff to the built‑in accessibility features within Microsoft Office\, including Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, and Outlook\, to ensure that documents\, presentations\, and communication are accessible to all learners and colleagues.  \n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we’ll dig into the nuts and bolts of making instructional material accessible as well.  You’ll learn how to apply universal design for learning (UDL) principles to your writing\, documents and media\, along with showcasing tools available to help you make that possible.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event  \n\n\n\nInterested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:  \n\n\n\nFact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments  \n\n\n\nMeeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday  
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ssc-federal-accessibility-training-for-staff-and-faculty-online-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:D2L,Internal SSC Training
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