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SUMMARY:Kahoot 101: Getting Started (Vendor Webinar) 
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Kahoot! 101: Getting Started 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.   \n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/kahoot-101-getting-started-vendor-webinar-2/
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU’s)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Teaching and Learning Center for an insightful one-hour webinar tailored specifically for instructors at South Suburban College interested in integrating artificial intelligence\, particularly ChatGPT\, into their course design and assignment processes. This session will explore how AI can enhance curriculum development and provide a unique perspective on the student experience when using ChatGPT.   \n\n\n\nObjectives:   \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding ChatGPT: Learn the basics of how ChatGPT works and its potential applications in education.  \n\n\n\nCourse Design Enhancement: Discover strategies for incorporating ChatGPT into course design\, including generating content ideas\, creating assessments\, developing quiz questions and online discussion prompts.   \n\n\n\nStudent Perspective: Experience a live demonstration of how students are using ChatGPT along with best practices for guiding students in using AI responsibly.  \n\n\n\nOther Applications:  If time permits\, we’ll also demonstrate some other applications that may be helpful for course design such as creating images and music using AI software.  \n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: This webinar is designed for instructors at all levels who want to innovate their teaching methods and enhance student engagement through the use of AI technology.   \n\n\n\nTakeaways:  Participants will leave with actionable insights on how to effectively incorporate ChatGPT into their course design and an understanding of the student’s experience with AI.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/artificial-intelligence-in-higher-education-online-webinar-25-pgus/
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SUMMARY:D2L: Using Practice Quizzes to Prepare Students for Higher Stakes Assignments (Online webinar) (.25 PGU)
DESCRIPTION: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.   \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll cover the following:  \n\n\n\n\nUsing the Special Access function for students with accommodation or who may need more time.  \n\n\n\nBasic online quiz creation and review of various question types.  \n\n\n\nImprove student engagement by using images and videos in questions and answers. \n\n\n\nImporting quiz questions from a publisher’s text bank. \n\n\n\nRandomizing exam questions using the Question Library (every student gets a different quiz!). \n\n\n\nReviewing question statistics to determine areas instructors may need to revisit before the higher stakes assignments.  \n\n\n\nReleasing quiz results to students and D2L gradebook. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-using-practice-quizzes-to-prepare-students-for-higher-stakes-assignments-online-webinar-25-pgu-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:Reminder:  Register for ION courses that start 10/13/2025
DESCRIPTION: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 October 13\, 2025 with a registration deadline of October 13\, 2025.     \n\n\n\nStep 1: Decide what course you plan to take.  For full course descriptions\, visit https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-catalog-registration  \n\n\n\nStep 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.     \n\n\n\nOnce 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.    \n\n\n\nStep 3: Register for the Ion Course.  Visit: https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-schedule-important-dates#calendar  \n\n\n\nOn this page you have two options:    \n\n\n\n\nAlready have an ION Account? If you already have set up an ION account\, visit the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.  \n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have an ION Account? Follow the directions to create an account\, then proceed to the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.  \n\n\n\n\nRemember: Use the Code provided in Step 2 during registration.  This means that SSC will pay for the course on the instructors’ behalf. 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/reminder-register-for-ion-courses-that-start-10-13-2025/
CATEGORIES:Vendor Webinar
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Quality Matters at SSC (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU)
DESCRIPTION:Quality Matters (QM)\, is an internationally recognized\, standards-based program\, which offers faculty quality assurance in online and hybrid course design with a focus on continuous improvement.     \n\n\n\nJoin the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we introduce Quality Matters to instructors at SSC.     \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll cover the following:  \n\n\n\n\nHow Instructors can get involved and provide the Teaching and Learning Center feedback.  \n\n\n\nUpdate on the Higher Learning Commission requirements for programs/certification/courses. \n\n\n\nWhat is Quality Matters? \n\n\n\nHow other institutions use Quality Matters. \n\n\n\nHow can we leverage our Quality Matters membership? \n\n\n\nSSC “Light” version of the course design checklist. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/introduction-to-quality-matters-at-ssc-online-webinar-25-pgu/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T170000
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SUMMARY:D2L: Take a Deep Dive Look at your D2L Course Data for the Fall 2025 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/d2l-take-a-deep-dive-look-at-your-d2l-course-data-for-the-fall-2025-term-online-webinar-25-pgus/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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SUMMARY:D2L Basics and Simple Syllabus Refresher (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION: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.   \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll cover the following:  \n\n\n\nIntroducing the D2L Pulse App and easy notifications to students (sort of like text messaging to mobile phones). \n\n\n\nWhere to locate your Syllabus and update – using Simple Syllabus  \n\n\n\nCreating weekly modules and posting a variety of content into those modules (powerpoints\, pdf’s\, videos\, etc.).  \n\n\n\nCreating assignments (discussion forum\, written assignment\, online practice quiz) and passing the score to the D2L gradebook.  \n\n\n\nBasic grading functionality and submitting attendance\, midterm and final grades to the student information system.   \n\n\n\nVarious ways to communicate with your students (announcement\, emails\, students who missed assignments\, etc.).  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/d2l-basics-and-simple-syllabus-refresher-online-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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UID:10001041-1760104800-1760108400@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:TLC Accessibility Consulting - Get Your Course Materials Accessibility-Ready by April 2026!
DESCRIPTION:The federal deadline to ensure your course content meets accessibility standards is April 2026 — and we’re here to help you get there with confidence.  \n\n\n\n🎯 One-on-One Accessibility Consultations Now Available  Meet individually with the Teaching and Learning Center staff to review your course materials\, get practical tips\, and ensure your content is fully compliant and inclusive for all learners.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this session \n\n\n\nFeel free to also attend our Workshops for other accessibility trainings available that may assist (check TLC calendar for training dates).  \n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: Design for All – Mastering Accessibility – Tools and Techniques (.25 PGU) \n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: D2L Media Library – Upload and/or Record Videos to   Meet Accessibility Standards (.25 PGU’s) 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/tlc-accessibility-consulting-get-your-course-materials-accessibility-ready-by-february-2026/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T080000
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SUMMARY:16 Week Midterm/Active Pursuit Due
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URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/16-week-midterm-active-pursuit-due/
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SUMMARY:ION Courses Begin
DESCRIPTION:The Teaching and Learning Center continues to offer the opportunity for instructors to take courses from the Illinois Online Network\, a subsidiary of the University of Illinois.  Courses begin October 13\, 2025 with a registration deadline of October 13\, 2025.     \n\n\n\nStep 1: Decide what course you plan to take.  For full course descriptions\, visit https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-catalog-registration  \n\n\n\nStep 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.     \n\n\n\nOnce 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.    \n\n\n\nStep 3: Register for the Ion Course.  Visit: https://www.uis.edu/cape/professional-development/ion/course-schedule-important-dates#calendar  \n\n\n\nOn this page you have two options:    \n\n\n\n\nAlready have an ION Account? If you already have set up an ION account\, visit the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.  \n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have an ION Account? Follow the directions to create an account\, then proceed to the Continuing and Professional Education self-service portal.  \n\n\n\n\nRemember: Use the Code provided in Step 2 during registration.  This means that SSC will pay for the course on the instructors’ behalf. 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/ion-courses-begin-2/
CATEGORIES:Vendor Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
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UID:10001044-1760342400-1760374800@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Holiday - College Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/holiday-college-closed-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
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UID:10000998-1760428800-1760461200@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:2nd 8 Week Courses Begin
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URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/2nd-8-week-courses-begin-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
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UID:10001042-1760450400-1760454000@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:TLC Accessibility Consulting - Get Your Course Materials Accessibility-Ready by April 2026!
DESCRIPTION:The federal deadline to ensure your course content meets accessibility standards is April 2026 — and we’re here to help you get there with confidence.  \n\n\n\n🎯 One-on-One Accessibility Consultations Now Available  Meet individually with the Teaching and Learning Center staff to review your course materials\, get practical tips\, and ensure your content is fully compliant and inclusive for all learners.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this session \n\n\n\nFeel free to also attend our Workshops for other accessibility trainings available that may assist (check TLC calendar for training dates).  \n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: Design for All – Mastering Accessibility – Tools and Techniques (.25 PGU) \n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: D2L Media Library – Upload and/or Record Videos to   Meet Accessibility Standards (.25 PGU’s) 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/tlc-accessibility-consulting-get-your-course-materials-accessibility-ready-by-february-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250623T203525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T203526Z
UID:10001008-1760544000-1760547600@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Rubrics: Use Pre-Designed Rubrics created by SSC Outcomes Committee or Create Your Own (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU)
DESCRIPTION: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.   \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll cover the following:  \n\n\n\n\nAttaching a pre-designed SSC General Education Rubric created by SSC Outcomes Committee. \n\n\n\nCreating your own rubric from scratch and attaching it to an assignment. \n\n\n\nUsing two different rubrics for one assignment. \n\n\n\nUsing a rubric directly within gradebook column (for assignments from publisher or observing-type assignments\, such as presentations or participation).  \n\n\n\nGrading an assignment using a rubric and discover how students see their feedback. \n\n\n\nRubric Data: demonstrate ways for instructors to view rubric reporting within a course and the latest customized data dashboard available to instructors which show case the institutional general rubric data collected from the Outcomes Committee.  Guage the overall rubric use\, with the ability to sort by semester\, department\, and rubric criterion level.   \n\n\n\n\nJoin the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using Rubrics in D2L.  \n\n\n\nUnable to attend?  View recordings of this session at: https://tl.ssc.edu/rubrics-at-ssc-general-education-and-course-level/  \n\n\n\nRegister for the Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/rubrics-use-pre-designed-rubrics-created-by-ssc-outcomes-committee-or-create-your-own-online-webinar-25-pgu-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250625T162745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T163236Z
UID:10001016-1761051600-1761055200@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:(Online Workshop) Design for All – Mastering Accessibility – Tools and Techniques (.25 PGU)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Teaching and Learning Center for an interactive workshop focused on enhancing course accessibility through Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. Learn how to use Ally within D2L to convert content into alternative formats\, interpret Ally’s accessibility reports\, and improve your course materials for greater inclusivity. We’ll cover tools and techniques to enhance your scores\, ensuring all students have equitable access to learning. This workshop session is ideal for instructors looking to improve the accessibility of their content and provide a more inclusive learning environment.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/design-for-all-mastering-accessibility-tools-and-techniques-online-workshop-25-pgu/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250625T163145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T163146Z
UID:10001017-1761055200-1761058800@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Online Workshop: D2L Media Library – Upload and/or Record Videos to Meet Accessibility Standards (.25 PGU's)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop session on the D2L Media Library will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively use this robust tool for managing audio and video content within their D2L courses.  This workshop will allow instructors to practice recording a short video and uploading a video file\, then use the auto transcription feature. The video transcript that is generated can be downloaded by students as additional notes and study support. Providing transcriptions of audio and video is another great example of meeting accessibility standards for your students.  \n\n\n\nIn addition\, the training will explore advanced features of the D2L Media Library such as applying chapters to videos for better navigation\, use the built-in video editing tools for minor adjustments\, and record videos outside of specific D2L course for use across multiple course offerings. By the end of the session\, participants will be equipped with the skills and confidence to effectively use the D2L Media Library to create dynamic\, accessible\, and efficient course content.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/online-workshop-d2l-media-library-upload-and-or-record-videos-to-meet-accessibility-standards-25-pgus/
CATEGORIES:D2L
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20251002T211204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T194357Z
UID:10001050-1761156000-1761159600@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:TLC Accessibility Consulting - Get Your Course Materials Accessibility-Ready by April 2026!
DESCRIPTION:The federal deadline to ensure your course content meets accessibility standards is April 2026 — and we’re here to help you get there with confidence.  \n\n\n\n🎯 One-on-One Accessibility Consultations Now Available  Meet individually with the Teaching and Learning Center staff to review your course materials\, get practical tips\, and ensure your content is fully compliant and inclusive for all learners.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this session \n\n\n\nFeel free to also attend our Workshops for other accessibility trainings available that may assist (check TLC calendar for training dates).  \n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: Design for All – Mastering Accessibility – Tools and Techniques (.25 PGU) \n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: D2L Media Library – Upload and/or Record Videos to   Meet Accessibility Standards (.25 PGU’s) 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/tlc-accessibility-consulting-get-your-course-materials-accessibility-ready-by-february-2026-5/
CATEGORIES:D2L
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250623T195648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T195648Z
UID:10001003-1761224400-1761228000@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Using D2L Gradebook for In-Person\, Flex and Online Courses (Online Webinar) (.25 PGU)
DESCRIPTION:If you are teaching a traditional in-person\, flex and online course\, students appreciate instructors using the D2L online Gradebook as it promotes:  \n\n\n\n\nFaster Midterm\, Final and Attendance grade submission from D2L and export to the official Student Information System (Colleague) grade the submitted assignment and scores automatically sync to the D2L Gradebook.   \n\n\n\nTransparency\, Accountability and Timely Feedback (24/7 access to real-time grade totals. Students know where they stand throughout the term.) \n\n\n\nEncourages Communication Opportunities (students asking about how to improve grades) \n\n\n\nReduction of Errors (automatically calculates total column) \n\n\n\nPromotes Accessibility Accommodations (students can access with screen readers) \n\n\n\n\nJoin the Teaching and Learning Center for this online webinar as we get instructors started using the D2L Gradebook.   \n\n\n\nHere’s what we play to cover:   \n\n\n\n\nDemonstrate how assignments\, quizzes and discussion forums sync to the Gradebook. \n\n\n\nManually creating Gradebook columns and how to simply enter grades. \n\n\n\nBest practices of exporting Attendance\, Midterm and Final Grades to the SIS (Student Information System). \n\n\n\nIf weighing grades\, set up categories and apply to the Gradebook columns.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/using-d2l-gradebook-for-in-person-flex-and-online-courses-online-webinar-25-pgu-7/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250623T200051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T200052Z
UID:10001005-1761552000-1761584400@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:12th Week Midterm/Active Pursuit Due
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/12th-week-midterm-active-pursuit-due/
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SUMMARY:LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams (Vendor Webinar)
DESCRIPTION: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.  \n\n\n\nLockDown 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.  \n\n\n\nThe training will cover:  \n\n\n\n\nHow to use LockDown Browser to prevent digital cheating in proctored testing environments\n\n\n\nHow to use Respondus Monitor in non-proctored environments\, to protect exam integrity and confirm student identity\n\n\n\nThe student perspective using each application\n\n\n\nEfficient review of the assessment data collected\, including the Review Priority system\, timeline\, and milestone features\n\n\n\nBest practices and tips for success with both applications All attendees will receive a link to a recording after the session.\n\n\n\n\nRegister for this Event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/lockdown-browser-respondus-monitor-prevent-cheating-during-online-exams-vendor-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Vendor Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20250625T155335Z
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UID:10001011-1761847200-1761850800@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook\, OneDrive & Teams) (Online Webinar)
DESCRIPTION: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 (similar to Zoom).    \n\n\n\nDuring this training we’ll showcase how to:  \n\n\n\n\nAccessing Outlook from the web (desktop and mobile) and new email and calendar functionality.    \n\n\n\nTired of losing documents or only accessing documents from your work computer? We’ll demonstrate OneDrive cloud storage and how documents are available 24/7 from any device\, version control (never lose a copy) and sharing and collaborating on working files.  \n\n\n\nTeams is not just for virtual meetings. We will also showcase Teams as a collaboration tool with your SSC colleagues for private chats\, office hours\, committees\, and projects.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this event
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/microsoft-office-365-outlook-onedrive-teams-online-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032435
CREATED:20251002T201900Z
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UID:10001043-1761919200-1761922800@tl.ssc.edu
SUMMARY:TLC Accessibility Consulting - Get Your Course Materials Accessibility-Ready by April 2026!
DESCRIPTION:The federal deadline to ensure your course content meets accessibility standards is April 2026 — and we’re here to help you get there with confidence.  \n\n\n\n🎯 One-on-One Accessibility Consultations Now Available  Meet individually with the Teaching and Learning Center staff to review your course materials\, get practical tips\, and ensure your content is fully compliant and inclusive for all learners.  \n\n\n\nRegister for this session \n\n\n\nFeel free to also attend our Workshops for other accessibility trainings available that may assist (check TLC calendar for training dates).  \n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: Design for All – Mastering Accessibility – Tools and Techniques (.25 PGU) \n\n\n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: D2L Media Library – Upload and/or Record Videos to   Meet Accessibility Standards (.25 PGU’s) 
URL:https://tl.ssc.edu/event/tlc-accessibility-consulting-get-your-course-materials-accessibility-ready-by-february-2026-3/
CATEGORIES:D2L
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