e are excited to announce the implementation of Simple Syllabus with Brightspace D2L effective for the Spring 2024 term. This means all instructors will be using Simple Syllabus instead of uploading a Microsoft Word version of their syllabus to their D2L course shell. What is Simple Syllabus: Using Simple Syllabus means your syllabus will instead […]
This webinar will highlight key findings from a recent EDUCAUSE survey focused on higher education teaching and learning professionals. We will explore the current state of the teaching and learning workforce, including structure, size, and work role experiences, along with skills and workforce gaps facing teaching and learning now and in the future. EDUCAUSE researchers […]
Rubrics in D2L are a great way to easily communicate assignment expectations to students for any type of course (traditional, hybrid or online). Rubrics in D2L also saves faculty time evaluating and grading while providing quality and objective feedback on student assignments. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Join the Teaching and Learning Center […]
Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using D2L. We’ll demonstrate D2L navigation, how to add and organize content into modules, how to create assignments, basic gradebook functionality, and ways to communicate with your students. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Zoom Registration for this session
We are excited to announce the implementation of Simple Syllabus with Brightspace D2L effective for the Spring 2024 term. This means all faculty will be using Simple Syllabus instead of uploading a Microsoft Word version of their syllabus to their D2L course shell. Using Simple Syllabus means your syllabus will instead be in an electronic […]
Some SSC classrooms are equipped with a Promethean ActivPanel as a display. Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this hands-on training where we will demonstrate the technical aspects of using the Promethean ActivPanel in the classroom. In this live training, we’ll cover: Due to limited seating, please register by emailing: ssconline@ssc.edu. You will receive […]
Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using D2L. We’ll demonstrate D2L navigation, how to add and organize content into modules, how to create assignments, basic gradebook functionality, and ways to communicate with your students. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Zoom Registration for this session
As an instructor, you have a lot on your plate ― so we strive to make your teaching life easier, especially when it comes to our platforms like WebAssign. In this webinar, you’ll get the inside scoop on changes we’ve been making to WebAssign, including a new instructor experience, new mastery functionality and enhanced feedback to support […]
This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. 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. […]
If you are teaching a traditional in-person class, students appreciate instructors using the D2L online Gradebook as it promotes: In-person instructors have two options when using D2L online gradebook: Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using the D2L Gradebook. During this online webinar, we’ll start out […]
Gale Resources partners with librarians and educators around the world to connect learners to essential content through user-friendly technology that enhances experiences and improves learning outcomes. To access Gale Resources for course material, visit SSC’s Library of Databases, select Gale Resources, and login with your regular SSC username and password. In the meantime, feel free […]
Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we do a deep dive into D2L Quizzes. If you are an instructor that does not use online quizzes, consider using practice quizzes. Studies show practice quizzes improve students' preparation for higher stakes assignments. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Zoom Registration for […]
Have you noticed new colorful icons next to all content posted in your D2L courses? That is Blackboard Ally working to provide alternative methods to students in consuming your content. We are excited to announce the implementation of Blackboard Ally with Brightspace D2L effective for the Spring 2024 term. Blackboard Ally is a revolutionary […]
ION's Next Term Begins on March 18, 2024 Teach in-person, but want to up your game? Check out "Effective Teaching and Learning Strategies". Interested in pursuing a Master Online Teacher certificate? Now is your chance to start or continue your pursuit. Your first course would be "Overview of Online Instruction". Learn more about all of ION's options at https://www.uis.edu/ion/programs/professional-certificates. Ready […]
Get a pulse on the current state of higher education as we unveil student, faculty, administrator and trustee insights from the latest Digital Learning Pulse Survey. You can expect an insightful hour that will help you shape the future of learning and student success on your campus. Join us March 14th from 2-3pm ET as […]
Are you new to teaching at the college level and/or perhaps would like to pick up a few tips and tricks on teaching best practices? Join our elite SSC faculty members as they provide helpful tidbits on communication with students, classroom management (in both face-to-face and virtual classroom settings) and discuss examples of designing content based […]
ION's Next Term Begins on March 18, 2024 Teach in-person, but want to up your game? Check out "Effective Teaching and Learning Strategies". Interested in pursuing a Master Online Teacher certificate? Now is your chance to start or continue your pursuit. Your first course would be "Overview of Online Instruction". Learn more about all of ION's options at https://www.uis.edu/ion/programs/professional-certificates. Ready […]
Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using D2L. We’ll demonstrate D2L navigation, how to add and organize content into modules, how to create assignments, basic gradebook functionality, and ways to communicate with your students. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Zoom Registration for this session
Instructors, what do you do when a student provides you with an accommodation password from the Services for Students with Disabilities office? Join Davina Davis, Manager of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSDO), in partnership with the Teaching and Learning Center, as she walks you through the process. This virtual workshop will cover the following […]
Have you noticed new colorful icons next to all content posted in your D2L courses? That is Blackboard Ally working to provide alternative methods to students in consuming your content. We are excited to announce the implementation of Blackboard Ally with Brightspace D2L effective for the Spring 2024 term. Blackboard Ally is a revolutionary […]
Join the Teaching and Learning Center as we showcase Office 365 – focusing on Outlook (email and calendar), OneDrive (cloud file storage and sharing), and Teams (easy collaboration with your SSC colleagues). During this training we’ll showcase how to: Zoom Registration for this Session
Join the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we do a deep dive into D2L Quizzes. If you are an instructor that does not use online quizzes, consider using practice quizzes. Studies show practice quizzes improve students' preparation for higher stakes assignments. In this webinar, we’ll cover the following: Zoom Registration for […]
Gale Resources partners with librarians and educators around the world to connect learners to essential content through user-friendly technology that enhances experiences and improves learning outcomes. To access Gale Resources for course material, visit SSC’s Library of Databases, select Gale Resources, and login with your regular SSC username and password. In the meantime, feel free […]
See how a math instructor at SSC easily aligned the online scoring of a Kahoot! quiz to the SSC Critical Thinking Rubric for general education assessment. Ideas will be discussed for creating a similar type of alignment with other College rubrics. Zoom Registration for this Session
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