Instructor Training for LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams in Blackboard, Brightspace, Canvas, Moodle, and Schoology.

LockDown Browser is a custom browser that prevents digital cheating during an online exam. Respondus Monitor is a companion product for LockDown Browser that deters cheating when students take online exams in non- proctored environments. Students use their own computers with a standard webcam to record assessment sessions.

The training will cover:

How to use LockDown Browser to prevent digital cheating in proctored testing environments

How to use Respondus Monitor in non-proctored environments, to protect exam integrity and confirm student identity

The student perspective using each application

Efficient review of the assessment data collected, including the Review Priority system, timeline, and milestone features

Best practices and tips for success with both applications All attendees will receive a link to a recording after the session.

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CARLI Open Pedagogy Workshop (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-04 11:00 - 12:30
When you use open pedagogy in your classroom, you are inviting students to be part of the teaching process, participating in the co-creation of knowledge. In this online workshop, you will learn the definition and context of Open Pedagogy, view innovative examples being applied in a variety of subjects and formats, and work with other attendees to create an assignment that you can use in your own class.

Presenters:Kelly Hallisy, DePaul University;Lauren Kosrow, College of DuPage;Nicole Swanson, Elizabeth Clarage, Michele Leigh, CARLI

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Special Note: The SSC Library is a member of CARLI.

Build a Better World Through Biology Teaching (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-04 13:00 - 14:00
What if you could hand your biology students the tools to not only better themselves but also improve their communities — all within the span of one term?

Join Dr. Melanie Peffer for an interactive webinar featuring simple teaching strategies you can leverage to inspire curiosity in your students and motivate them to create real change in the world.

Dr. Peffer is the author of the new non-majors biology textbook, “Biology for Life,” 1e, supported by the upcoming MindTap course. She is eager to bring her uniquely innovative and hopeful approach to this webinar where she’ll explore:

Ways to make biology content accessible and relatable

How to discuss complex topics in the classroom

Tips for balancing present realities with a positive outlook

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Special Note: This event is hosted by Cengage. However, you do not need to use the Cengage textbook and instead attend for exploration.

Stay Ahead: Teaching Strategy in the AI Revolution (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-05 11:00 - 12:00
Discover how AI is reshaping industry structures and redefining student learning in this exclusive webinar with Frank T. Rothaermel, Regents’ Professor at Georgia Tech and award-winning author of Strategic Management. Learn how to frame AI as a General Purpose Technology (GPT) that transforms competitive advantage, explore real-world examples like Nvidia and OpenAI, and gain actionable insights to elevate your classroom strategy.

Key Takeaways:

Reinforce the case method’s relevance in the AI-driven classroom.

Understand AI’s impact on industry structure and competition.

Leverage AI to address Bloom’s “2 Sigma Problem” with personalized learning.

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Special Note: This event is hosted by McGraw-Hill. However, you do not need to use the McGraw-Hill textbook and instead attend for exploration.

Copyleaks Training Session (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-21 11:00 - 12:00
Join Copyleaks Customer Success Manager, Laina for a comprehensive training on how to utilize Copyleaks AI and Plagiarism Detection with your LMS integration!

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The Human Advantage: Teaching the Skills AI Can’t Replace (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-06 10:30 - 11:30
This session explores the human capabilities—judgment, empathy, creativity, and ethical reasoning—that become even more valuable as AI reshapes work. We will explore how experiential learning (from live projects to simulations to community-based work) uniquely builds these skills and prepares students for careers that may not even exist yet. Faculty leave with practical ways to design assignments and classroom experiences that strengthen students’ competencies.

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Special Note: This event is hosted by McGraw-Hill. However, you do not need to use the McGraw-Hill textbook and instead attend for exploration.

CARLI OER Virtual Meetup for Humanities Faculty, Instructors, and Librarians (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-06 13:30 - 14:30
Are you working on open educational resources (OER) or curious about what others are doing in your field? Join us for a lively virtual meet-up designed to spark ideas, share experiences and tips, and explore opportunities for cross-institutional OER partnerships.

This session is all about connection and inspiration. We’ll:

Hear about current OER projects in development or use;

Discuss concerns / problems you have encountered;

Share tips on possible solutions;

Discuss areas of interest for future collaboration;

Create space for teaming up on shared goals and initiatives

Whether you’re just getting started or already deep into OER work, this meet-up is a chance to learn from peers, build new relationships, and imagine what’s possible together.

Facilitators: Mackenzie Salisbury, Northwestern University and Zach Claybaugh, Dominican University

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Special Note: The SSC Library is a member of CARLI.

Microsoft 365 Applications: Updates and Productivity Tips with Randy Nordell (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
Join author and educator Randy Nordell for a focused look at the latest updates across Microsoft 365 applications and how they can enhance everyday productivity. Randy will highlight new features, demonstrate practical tips, and share smarter ways to work within the evolving Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Whether you’re supporting students or sharpening your own skills, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable insights you can use right away.

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Special Note: This event is hosted by McGraw-Hill. However, you do not need to use the McGraw-Hill textbook and instead attend for exploration.

Ten Practical AI Tactics Every Instructor Should Know(Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-11 00:00 - 13:00
Join Penn State instructor and author Frank Sorokach for a fast, focused session highlighting 10 practical AI tactics you can start using right away. Building on his work with emerging AI trends, Frank shifts to hands‑on strategies that streamline tasks, enhance instruction, and support student learning. You’ll leave with simple, effective ideas you can immediately apply in your teaching.

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Special Note: This event is hosted by McGraw-Hill. However, you do not need to use the McGraw-Hill textbook and instead attend for exploration.

D2L: Increasing Learner Accountability with Class Progress & Completion Tracking (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how to use Class Progress and Completion Tracking to monitor engagement and identify challenges early

Explore key data points that help you understand learner behavior and support timely interventions

Discover strategies to communicate progress updates and guide learners toward increased accountability

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Special Note – this event is hosted by D2L. When registering, please use your SSC email address.

ION courses begin 03/23/2026
2026-03-23 08:00 - 17:00
The Teaching and Learning Center is continuing to offer the opportunity for instructors to take courses from the Illinois Online Network, a subsidiary of the University of Illinois. Courses begin March 23, 2026 with a registration deadline of March 23, 2026.

Step 1: Decide what course you plan to take. For full course descriptions, visit https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-catalog-registration

Step 2: Get Approval from SSC. If you are interested in registering, please complete our TLC application to get started – https://forms.office.com/r/axmQgDiETK (your login for this form is your SSC email address and regular network password).  If you are approved, SSC will cover the cost of your registration.

Once you are approved, you will receive a code to use at registration in Step 3. Using this code allows you to register with SSC paying for the registration.

Step 3: Register for the Ion Course. Visit: https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-schedule-important-dates#calendar

On this page you have two options:

Already have an ION Account? If you already have set up an ION account, visit the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.

Don’t have an ION Account? Follow the directions to create an account, then proceed to the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.

Remember: Use the Code provided in Step 2 during registration. This means that SSC will pay for the course on the instructors’ behalf.

Closing Gaps in College Algebra: Tips and Tools for Success (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-24 13:00 - 14:00
What if you could help your College Algebra students overcome common readiness gaps while equipping them with the confidence to succeed in your course — and beyond?

In this webinar, Cengage Faculty Partner Ellen Couvillion will share teaching strategies and expert tips for leveraging tools within WebAssign for College Algebra courses. Learn how to help students get up and stay up to speed with prerequisite knowledge, while you cultivate a successful approach using WebAssign resources, including:

College Math Readiness Bootcamp

Just-in-Time review exercises

Math Success Toolkit

New AI and graphing functionality

Whether your students continue on to future math courses or not, these strategies will build their confidence and provide them with the necessary skills to succeed in College Algebra.

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Special Note: This event is hosted by Cengage. However, you do not need to use the Cengage textbook and instead attend for exploration.

CARLI From Memorization to Critical Thinking: An Guide to Designing Higher-Order Assessments (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-24 14:00 - 15:00
Special Note: Even though this webinar is designed for library instructors, all instructors may benefit.

Library instructors often rely on multiple-choice questions due to course access, grading, and time constraints, but these questions aren’t limited to assessing knowledge and comprehension. This webinar will show how instruction librarians can design assessments that foster higher-order thinking (yes, even with multiple choice questions) and align with meaningful learning objectives. Using Bloom’s Taxonomy, Backward Design, and real instruction examples, we’ll explore strategies for crafting application-level and above questions, connecting them to instructional content, and creating engaging, application-based activities.

Participants will leave with practical tools to up their assessment game moving beyond memorization to building student confidence. This webinar is applicable to any subject area or student level.

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Special Note: The SSC Library is a member of CARLI.

Integrating Backward Design with Inclusive Practices (Vendor Webinar)
2026-03-31 14:00 - 15:00
oin G-W for a transformative masterclass series that blends Understanding by Design (UbD) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create learning experiences that are purposeful, inclusive, and future-ready. We’ll dive into backward planning, learner variability, accessibility, and innovative strategies for online, hybrid, and microlearning environments. Whether you’re refining your design skills or starting fresh, this series equips you with practical tools and proven frameworks to make learning stick and transfer beyond the classroom.

March – UbD + UDL: Integrating Backward Design with Inclusive Practices

Combine two powerful frameworks, UbD and UDL to design courses that are both coherent and inclusive. This session shows how to align learning goals with flexible pathways for success.

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SSC Federal Accessibility Training for Staff and Faculty (Online Webinar)
2026-03-31 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-14 15:00 - 17:00
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.

This 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.

Additionally, 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.

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Interested in learning more about the federal accessibility mandate? Check out these great articles from WCET or the U.S. Department of Justice:

Fact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local Governments

Meeting the Looming Web Accessibility Regulations: The Time to Start Was Yesterday

Kahoot! 101: Getting Started (Vendor Webinar)
2026-04-01 09:00 - 22:00
In this Kahoot! for Schools Webinar, learn how to foster engagement with Kahoot! tools, templates, and features. Kahoot! experts will share strategies for building your first kahoot, exploring ready-made content, Kahoot! question formats, reporting resources. Take away tips, tricks, and tools to bring powerful play to your classroom, no matter what learning might look like! This webinar will last for approximately one-hour and will include a resource review, live-demo, and interactive Kahoot! game.

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Special Note: If you need a Kahoot license, please contact the Teaching and Learning Center at ssconline@ssc.edu.

Chronicle of HE: The Next Evolution of Proactive Advising (Vendor Webinar)
2026-04-01 13:00 - 14:00
Proactive advising, which began in the 1970s as an early-intervention strategy to prevent academic struggles, has evolved into a cornerstone of student success in higher education.

Paired with today’s technological tools and advancements, this type of advising has the potential to help keep students on track, reduce inefficiencies such as pricey, unnecessary credits, and improve retention at a time when many institutions face financial strain.

Join The Chronicle on Wednesday, April 1, at 2 p.m. ET for a virtual forum on the future of proactive advising. Experts will discuss what we can learn from its history to understand where it’s headed, and how it can pair with new technology to improve student outcomes.

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No Classes - College Open
2026-04-02 08:00 - 17:00

No Classes - College Closed
2026-04-03 08:00 - 17:00

Educause: Findings From the 2026 Student and Technology Survey Report (Vendor Webinar)
2026-04-06 14:00
This webinar will highlight key findings from the 2026 EDUCAUSE Students and Technology Report and explore several areas that connect student expectations with institutional strategy: core technology and security services, course experiences (including generative AI), workforce preparation, and student support. We will also share recommendations to help institutions better understand student perspectives and strengthen student success, career readiness, and well-being. Across these areas, the report reveals a consistent theme that we will explore during the session: students are adapting steadily as higher education and the broader technological landscape evolve. They bring practical expectations for how technology should support their learning, approach AI thoughtfully, prioritize work–life balance, and remain generally confident about their careers—while also asking institutions for clearer guidance, more consistent tools, and fewer barriers to getting help and getting work done.

Learning Outcomes:

Discuss strategies to support student work–life balance and improve access to support resources

Gain insights into key findings from The 2026 Students and Technology Report

Consider student perspectives on course technologies and learning formats

Explore how students are using generative AI in their coursework, including key opportunities and challenges

Identify student priorities for workforce preparation and confidence in career prospects

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Special Note: SSC is a member of Educause, so registration to this event is free. However, you may need to create an account. Be sure to user your SSC email when creating the account.

Chronicle of HE: Community Colleges - Scaling Work-Force Innovation (Vendor Webinar)
2026-04-07 13:00 - 14:00
For a long time, community colleges have been on the forefront of innovation when it comes to developing programs that support the needs of local and regional employers.

Today, however, these higher-ed institutions face a challenging environment: Shifts in the economy are becoming more unpredictable, roles and functions in the job market are transforming more quickly, and graduates are needing to acquire and develop new skills to better transition into a fluctuating work force.

In this upcoming virtual forum, a panel of experts will discuss how community colleges are adapting to a new environment, what promising work-force programs are being created, and what it will take to scale those. We’ll highlight findings from a nationwide survey conducted by The Chronicle to understand where community-college leaders and administrators see opportunities.

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D2L: Ensuring Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: How to Assess Real Skills in a New Educational Era (Vendor Webinar)
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how to design authentic, video-based assignments that promote real-time explanation and critical thinking

Explore forward-looking assessment strategies that reduce reliance on easily AI-generated work

See how AI-driven feedback can provide timely, consistent support without increasing instructor workload

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Special Note – this event is hosted by D2L. When registering, please use your SSC email address.

Take a Deep Dive Look at your D2L Course Data for the Spring 2026 Term (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU’s)
2026-04-13 14:00 - 15:00
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.

Join 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.

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Engaging Students Through D2L Discussions (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU's)
2026-04-20 14:00 - 15:00
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.

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