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Tech Strategies For Active Learning and Intercultural Communication
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Our session covers the use of technology tools to engage students, promote active learning and collaborate with Penn State partners in education.
Engaging Minds: Creative Strategies to Spark Student Interest
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This panel session explores three innovative techniques for enhancing student engagement in three academic disciplines. An introductory physics course was made engaging by having students …
From Prompt Design to Prompt Replies: Approaches to Generative AI for Improving Output and Student Outcomes
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This presentation explores the development of a retrieval-augmented chatbot leveraging advanced language models to streamline university communication by accurately retrieving specific information from Canvas courses. …
Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement: Gamified Learning and Parallel Thinking
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In this panel, two educators share their creative strategies for enhancing student engagement. Seth Powless (Beaver) uses a flipped, gamified curriculum with application software that …
Faculty Panel: Atherton and Eisenhower Award Winners
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Join us for the plenary session in which recipients of both the George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching Award and the Milton S. …
Challenge of the Prompt
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Join us for a panel session where faculty participating in the summer 2024 prompt challenge will discuss their experiences in using Microsoft Copilot. Copilot is …
Engaging Students in Tough Topics Through Self-Reflective Practices and Shared Learning Activities
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Motivating students to engage with complex topics can be challenging. In this session, learn how faculty colleagues encourage students to research, collaborate, and showcase their …
Strategies to Engage Students in Hybrid and Zoom Courses
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This session will dive into the use of portfolios as a way to review student work. Portfolios not only help with authentic assessment of student …
Amplifying OAER: Collaborative Approaches for Expanding Open Educational Resources at Penn State
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This presentation will highlight the successful initiatives undertaken by two math faculty members to increase the use of Open Educational Resources (OER) in their classes …
Portfolios for Authentic Assessment
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This session will dive into the use of portfolios as a way to review student work. Portfolios not only help with authentic assessment of student …
Innovative Learning & Sustainable Solutions to Societal Challenges
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Join us to learn the benefits of project-based learning and community partnerships. At Penn State Scranton, the teams’ success along with details of the goals …
Redefining Grading and Expectations in Higher Education
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Explore innovative techniques in grading and expectation management that drive student success. This session highlights the implementation of Standards-Based Grading and practical changes to syllabus …
Fostering Community and Engagement: Creating Supportive Learning Cultures in Different Classroom Environments
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This session explores effective strategies to foster engagement and build community in educational settings. By prioritizing student connection and belonging, educators can create supportive environments …
Embracing Generative AI in Education: Innovative Approaches in Biology and Mathematics
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Explore the innovative use of generative AI (genAI) in higher education with presentations from a biologist and a mathematician. Learn how genAI is transforming assignments …
Open Educational Resources: Finding & Integrating No- and Low-Cost Course Materials
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This session will give an overview of the variety of OER and low-cost course materials options available to Penn State students, faculty, and staff. Participants …
A (Very Brief) Introduction to Copilot
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Join Allain Daigle (Instructional Designer) for an interactive demo of Microsoft Copilot. We’ll go over how to access the tool, try it out, and begin …
Welcome and Opening Remarks – Commonwealth Campus Instructor Days Fall 2024
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We will kick off the event with opening remarks from Dr. Richard Brazier, Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Research & University College Interim Dean.
Designing Your Syllabus to Support Learner Success
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Did you know that the majority of disabled learners in your classroom have invisible disabilities that you can not see? The recommended strategies to reach …
Writing Accountability Group
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Focusing on writing can be challenging when there are multiple demands on your time. Participation in the Writing Accountability Group provides an opportunity for you …
Semester AI Prompt Challenge
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Looking for a way to test out what AI can do for you? Join us for the Semester AI Prompt Challenge!
Enhancing Classroom Conversations: Using the Generative AI Acceptable Use Guide to Set Expectations
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This session focuses on how faculty can use the Generative AI Acceptable Use Guide for students. This session will explore strategies that faculty can use …
Enhancing Classroom Conversations: Using the Generative AI Acceptable Use Guide to Set Expectations
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This session focuses on how faculty can use the Generative AI Acceptable Use Guide for students. This session will explore strategies that faculty can use …
Top 5 UDL Workshops Receive Provost Endorsement
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Top 5 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Strategy Series Overview The Top 5 UDL Strategy series began in August 2022 as a series of workshops …
Online Synchronous Level 2 learning module ready for instructor enrollment
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Have you been looking for ways to amp up your teaching strategies for the online synchronous classroom? We have a new module for teaching in …
Teaching on the DLC Orientation: Part 2 Designing for Engagement
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Join us for a 2-part series designed to guide your preparations to teach a DLC course to students at multiple campuses. These 1-hour sessions will …