Learn how to strategically implement game-based design principles that can help you better engage students in a more interactive approach to education. Using gamification in your courses does not have to be difficult nor does it have to be comprehensive. We will discuss a range of different approaches that you can implement immediately to help make assignments more competitive, grading scales more interactive, and content more compelling. What Gamification Is: Gamification is the concept of applying game mechanics and game design techniques to engage and motivate people to achieve their goals. What Gamification is not: Gamification is not digital game-based learning (DGBL); it does not allow students to play digital games to apply/identify concepts, nor does it allow students to create games to demonstrate comprehension. Unlike DGBL, gamification does not require the use of virtual environments or elaborate tech-based systems. Who Should Attend Instructional designers, faculty developers, and faculty who are redesigning courses for increased student engagement will benefit from the expertise shared in this online training. Along with applicable gamification strategies, attendees will discuss the theoretical framework of gamification to help fuel future thought and development. Learning Outcome After participating in the online training, you will be able to integrate […]
Learn proven approaches for supporting adjunct faculty. From orientation to retention, you will gain practical ideas for improving your institution’s relationship with its adjunct faculty members. You will learn practical ideas for: Onboarding and professional development Classroom evaluations and performance reviews Retaining your best adjunct faculty “After attending this webcast, I feel like we have many ideas and resources we can use for supporting part-time faculty and helping them to feel a sense of belonging.” – Melinda Miller, Department Chair and Professor, Sam Houston State University “This session provided ideas that can be adopted at a manager level while working toward institutional goals.” – Gail Mireau, Program Manager of Continuing Education, Red River College An Idea-Sharing Webcast We will take breaks throughout the webcast and ask you to share innovative adjunct faculty support strategies from your institution. We will compile all of these ideas and best practices into a list and send to you following our program. Who Should Attend Faculty developers, human resources professionals, academic leaders, and administrators will learn how to better engage and support adjunct faculty. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to better engage and support your adjunct faculty. Agenda Trends in adjunct […]
Gain nine formative online assessment strategies to improve student learning outcomes. This example-packed training provides a guide for each assessment technique, allowing you to practically apply these techniques in your online courses to improve student feedback and more effectively address student challenges. Who Should Attend Faculty developers, instructional designers, and online program directors will leave this webcast with a toolkit for assisting online faculty in formative course assessment and meaningful student engagement. Faculty in attendance will be able to directly apply strategies demonstrated to better evaluate the learning and student outcomes in their courses. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to implement formative course assessment techniques in the online classroom to more effectively gauge and improve student learning. Agenda Implementing effective formative assessment Selecting and modifying assessment tools for the online environment Background knowledge probe Misconception/Preconception check Minute paper Muddiest point One-Sentence summary Directed paraphrasing Student-Generated test questions Classroom opinion polls KWL charts Clarifying for students and gaining buy-in Closing the loop to incorporate feedback Addressing common challenges for the instructor and student Timing and feedback Increased instructor workload Quality of the student response Evaluating and reporting the effectiveness Instructor Rick Holbeck, MS, MEd, […]
Learn how to develop a comprehensive direct mail strategy for your athletic program. If your institution is looking to grow its athletic fundraising efforts, a coordinated direct mail strategy is a cost-effective first step toward building a donor pipeline and growing fundraising capacity. You will gain insights on scheduling sends, creating compelling messaging, and coordinating your efforts across coaches, student athletes, and centralized advancement staff. Examples of Direct Mail Pieces Included in your registration is a comprehensive resource packet with sample mailing schedules and successful direct mail and email campaigns. Who Should Attend Athletic fundraisers will learn how to coordinate with their annual giving counterparts to develop a more effective approach to direct mail. Please note that this program is intended for institutions with a basic direct mail strategy for their athletics programs, not institutions that currently have coordinated efforts in place. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to develop an intentional approach to direct mail for your athletic fund. Agenda Developing an intentional mailing schedule in coordination with your annual giving team Creating messaging for direct mail Identifying compelling stories Highlighting student athletes Collaborating with coaches Customizing content for sport-specific appeals Integrating the […]
Addressing issues of civility among faculty can be a thorny issue when you consider the scope of free speech, academic freedom, and how social media blurs the lines between the personal and professional context. Join us online for an in-depth examination of this increasingly important issue, including practical steps academic leaders can take to improve civility on campus and address issues as they arise. Program Format Facilitated by experts on civility and academic freedom, this online training will examine scenarios and concrete examples of managing incivility that will inform your own institutional policies and practices. You will understand the: Risks involved in ignoring “toxic” faculty conduct Legal context in which civility may be appropriately addressed Appropriate policies and procedures for addressing civility while also protecting legitimate academic freedom and constitutional concerns Who Should Attend This online training is appropriate for department chairs, deans, legal counsels, and senior administrators who deal with faculty and personnel issues. Included Products When you order this product, you get all the following products for free!!
Learn practical strategies to help you successfully gain faculty buy-in for student success initiatives and programs. Collaborating across campus to achieve student success requires diligent work, planning, and intentional tactics on the part of student services staff. Not every outreach to faculty is successful, but this webcast will help you put your best foot forward. You will get distinct tactics and a comprehensive resource to help you gain buy in for various student success initiatives, including: Faculty Advising Early Alert Programming First Year/Second Year Experience Tutoring/Supplemental Instruction (SI) University Welcome Events Engaging Faculty in Professional Development Adopting Quality Standards for Online Courses See an example of Bernadette’s practical approach to faculty buy-in with early alert here! Share Your Challenges Our presenter, Bernadette Jungblut, has worked at several diverse institutions and in a variety of roles on campus. She brings a plethora of examples on how to collaborate and will share her unique approaches to working with faculty partners. Additionally, we are soliciting the challenging situations you face so that you can receive targeted advice. Who Should Attend This event is designed for higher education professionals charged with improving retention, including enrollment managers, student and academic affairs leaders, and assessment coordinators or […]
Learn how to identify specific resiliency challenges and offer practical solutions for students. Whether identifying campus resources or coaching students directly, you will leave this training better able to promote performance and persistence. Gain a number of effective interventions that you can start using immediately both in person and online to help students: Build self-efficacy in the classroom Improve faculty interaction skills Overcome life barriers Integrate into campus life and culture Who Should Attend Frontline retention staff in need of strategies to assess and build academic grit will benefit from this training. Professionals who partner with faculty on retention efforts will also take away key approaches to building non-cognitive skills to break down common student barriers. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to more effectively build student grit and resiliency through practical assessment and response. Agenda Defining Grit and Resilience Practical Assessment and Improvement Strategies Building self-efficacy in the classroom Developing skills for faculty interaction Assisting with life challenges Integrating into campus life Utilizing Campus Partners Scenario and Skill Building Takeaways Instructor Sue Ohrablo Sue is a nationally recognized speaker in the areas of academic advising and student services. Her presentations blend theory […]
Gain a better understanding of what data and reports you need to ensure that your donor relations efforts are targeted and successful. You will learn about the essential reports that every donor relations professional should have access to and understand fluently. You will also gain insight into how to leverage those reports to enhance your overall donor relations operation. Learn from Donor Relations Guru, Lynne Wester “I found that Essential Reports for Donor Relations provided a new perspective on information I use every day. Lynne’s presentation will inform ways I think strategically about my work in donor relations.” Chris Bicknell Marden, Associate Director/Stewardship Manager, Colby College “This webinar was full of easy ways to look at your donors and understand your areas that need improvement… This is an especially exceptional webinar for anyone just starting out in the donor relations world. I now have great ideas and the tools I need to hit the ground running.” Sarah Eimer, Director of Donor Relations, Emporia State University Foundation Who Should Attend This online training is intended for any advancement professional involved in donor relations activities. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to use nine reports to […]
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Learn how you can identify and use metrics to better manage your admissions team. Gain proven strategies for fostering employee engagement, establishing individual and team goals, and conducting effective performance assessments. You will come away with specific examples of metrics and evaluation instruments that you will be able to use to improve admissions team management on your campus. Our expert instructor, W. Kent Barnds, will be available throughout to address any context-specific questions you may have regarding management or measurement of your own admissions team’s performance. Additional Resources Included with your registration are these valuable resources: Performance review checklists for frontline admissions professionals (manager assessment and self-appraisal) External performance appraisal sheet Director-level performance review checklist Supervisory evaluation form (for employees) Supplementary reading list: ”Strategies for Managing Admissions Team Performance” Who Should Attend This online training is ideal for vice presidents of enrollment management, directors and assistant directors of admissions, or any leader with responsibilities around managing individual and team performance in the admissions office. Learning Outcome After participating in this online training, you will be able to manage performance more effectively by connecting goals, metrics, and outcomes into assessments for your admissions staff. Agenda How and when to set performance […]
