Oakland University Workshop Calendar

Moodle Introduction for New Users

Description : Are students asking you to use Moodle more in your face-to-face course? Have you avoided using Moodle because you are just not a techie? Then this workshop is for you! We will explore simple ways to use Moodle that will make life easier for any level computer user. You will learn about Moodle's main communication tools, ways to organize class content, resources and the gradebook. We will also look at the advantages of using Moodle for faculty and students, as well as other training services available through e-LIS.

Creating Online Course Content with Moodle Pages & More

Description : Spice up your Moodle course with robust pages and books. In this workshop, we will explore the functionality of Moodle pages and books. Whether you're a seasoned Moodle veteran, or just getting started with Moodle, this workshop will show you some tips and tricks to improve your pages and books in Moodle.

Create and Deliver Moodle Quizzes with Ease

Description : Come learn the three easy steps to create Moodle quizzes: create question bank categories, populate your question bank, then add questions. You'll learn how to import multiple choice questions directly into Moodle, how to minimize potential cheating, and how to use other tools like Camtasia and H5P for student engagement quizzes. Even experienced Moodle quiz users can learn new tricks in this workshop!

Creating Community in Your Online Class

Description : (Teaching Presence) In online classes, some students may feel isolated and mention a lack of human connection. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies to create and build community in your online classes so all of your students can shine. By the end of this workshop, you will be able to foster different types of interactions in your online class and begin to build a strong community where your students can succeed.

e-LIS: Tech Focus- Gradebook Setup Do it now before it's too late

Description : Learn how to match your gradebook to your course syllabus. Did you know Moodle's gradebook setup can do: extra credit, drop lowest, bulk insert grades, and import/export from excel? Best practices will be covered so you can save time when grading. Also learn of the TIME SAVING feature in Moodle that can transfer your gradebook's course total grades into Banner (SAIL) directly from the Moodle gradebook.

AI Artificial Intelligence Sandbox Series

Description : Join our e-LIS Instructional Designers to learn how you can effectively and mindfully incorporate AI tools into your teaching in this new AI Sandbox Series! Drop-in or attend online for any of our new HyFlex workshops, each featuring a quick demonstration of a different concept or practice, followed by hands-on work time for you to try out the concepts yourself. Topics will vary by session, but each will involve a practical idea or activity you can try in your own courses. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu.
Requirements : Bring your own device for hands-on work time.

Online Course Building Series - Course Prep for Next Semester

Description : This 4 part series aims to assist faculty in developing a fresh online course or revamping an existing one for the upcoming fall semester. We encourage participation in all sessions, but if you miss any, you can schedule a one-on-one session with an Instructional Designer to get up to speed. Each session will cover a piece of the instructional design process spanning the semester before you teach the upcoming class. The workshop features both individual and group discussions along with dedicated work time. If you join us, you'll be all set with your upcoming course a month before your course starts next semester!

Design Interactive Activities with the H5P eSpace

Description : Did you know e-LIS offers a variety of on-demand resources for your professional development needs? In this series, each workshop will shine a spotlight on a different e-LIS eSpace you can use to grow your online teaching skills. We'll enroll you in the eSpace, show you its features, and answer any questions you may have. This session will focus on our H5P eSpace, also called "How to Build Engaging H5P Content," which includes a wide selection of H5P interactive activity tutorials and example activities to help make your course materials more engaging. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

Build Your Own H5P Activity Series

Description : H5P activities are a great way to add fun, low-stakes interactive elements to your course, such as presentations, interactive videos, quizzes, games, and more. In this hands-on sandbox workshop, we'll be exploring how to build a specific H5P activity. Whether you're teaching in person or online, your students will greatly appreciate the opportunity to practice their skills and check their understanding of your course content using H5P. We'll do a brief demonstration tutorial, and then you'll build your very own H5P activity you can use in your course! If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

Teaming Up for Teamwork in STEM Classes and Beyond

Description : Instructors will learn how using a variety of different strategies in team assignments and team formation can foster effective participation, leadership and communication for future real-world experiences. Participants will role-play as students in different scenarios to gain insight into potential problems and problem-solving around teamwork and to appreciate the value of team self-reflection in students' growth. This workshop will take place on campus only.

Managing the Grading Load: Strategies for Helpful Feedback on Writing Assignments

Description : In this session, we will explore and practice strategies for making feedback on writing assignments more actionable from an equity-focused perspective. Participants will practice feedback frameworks that will both save faculty time and increase student engagement.

e-LIS: Tech Focus - Group Activities with Google Slides

Description : Are you looking for an easy tool to facilitate group activities? Whether you are teaching in person, fully online, hybrid, or HyFlex, Google Slides might be the right fit for you! With Google Slides, students can build collaborative presentations and work on other visually engaging activities, regardless of where they are in the world. You and your students can simultaneously edit files and communicate in real-time, making remote collaboration easy and low-stress. In this hands-on workshop, you'll participate in an interactive activity where you will build a simple slide with the other workshop participants. You'll walk away with a template for facilitating your own Google Slide activity, and resources for learning more. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

Build Your Own H5P Activity Series

Description : H5P activities are a great way to add fun, low-stakes interactive elements to your course, such as presentations, interactive videos, quizzes, games, and more. In this hands-on sandbox workshop, we'll be exploring how to build a specific H5P activity. Whether you're teaching in person or online, your students will greatly appreciate the opportunity to practice their skills and check their understanding of your course content using H5P. We'll do a brief demonstration tutorial, and then you'll build your very own H5P activity you can use in your course! If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

Artificial Intelligence and H5P Smart Import

Description : e-LIS Instructional Designers will demonstrate how they can upload your existing course files and upload into their H5P's Smart Import site to automatically create a variety of engaging H5P activities. Smart Import can take your videos or other documents and create new content for your online course. This workshop outlines the process for creating and reviewing this new content.

AI Artificial Intelligence Sandbox Series

Description : Join our e-LIS Instructional Designers to learn how you can effectively and mindfully incorporate AI tools into your teaching in this new AI Sandbox Series! Drop-in or attend online for any of our new HyFlex workshops, each featuring a quick demonstration of a different concept or practice, followed by hands-on work time for you to try out the concepts yourself. Topics will vary by session, but each will involve a practical idea or activity you can try in your own courses. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu.
Requirements : Bring your own device for hands-on work time.

Build Your Own H5P Activity Series

Description : H5P activities are a great way to add fun, low-stakes interactive elements to your course, such as presentations, interactive videos, quizzes, games, and more. In this hands-on sandbox workshop, we'll be exploring how to build a specific H5P activity. Whether you're teaching in person or online, your students will greatly appreciate the opportunity to practice their skills and check their understanding of your course content using H5P. We'll do a brief demonstration tutorial, and then you'll build your very own H5P activity you can use in your course! If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

e-LIS: Tech Focus - Interactive and Engaging Live Lectures with Kahoot and More!

Description : Are you looking for some strategies to make your live lectures more interactive and engaging for students? Then look no further! In this workshop, we will discuss and demonstrate using Kahoot! And Zoom polling that instructors can use synchronously in class as a comprehension check, quiz review or even a pre-test to gauge their students' knowledge about a topic or subject. In this hands-on workshop, we will cover the functionality of the basic (free version) Kahoot and Zoom polling and show you how you can design interactive activities for your classes.

Helping Autistic Students Thrive in a World Not Designed for Them

Description : This interactive workshop, led by OUCARES director Alicia Garcia (she/her), will share the specific barriers autistic students may face before entering your classroom or online course and how these obstacles can affect their learning. You’ll gain actionable strategies to foster a more inclusive environment and develop a deeper understanding of the rich diversity within the autism community, including how it relates to education, independent living, and employment outcomes. About the Series: This event is part of the Neurodiversity in the Classroom program, which offers many different ways to deepen our knowledge of the many ways the human mind works, understand the experiences of neurodivergent learners, and how to design inclusive learning environments accordingly.

Teaching with Purpose: Activities to Spark Curiosity and Build Community

Description : As experienced educators, we have learned firsthand the importance of creating a teaching style that engages our students. Gone are the days of the classroom where facts were simply stated. Now is the time where we aim to inspire and teach critical thinking and compassion. This presentation will focus on activities that help form inspired, bright students who want to be in our classroom. Come to hear about some tried-and-true activities and be prepared to share some of your own. Facilitated by Mary Tracy-Bee, Special Lecturer in Biological Sciences and Physical Therapy and recipient of the 2024 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Pedagogical Approaches to Instructional Videos

Description : A vital component of online teaching and learning is creating instructional videos for your students. In this workshop we will discuss the process of creating effective instructional videos and the pedagogical approaches that can be applied to videos. We will demonstrate some best practices when it comes to creating instructional videos. If you are looking to up your instructional video content for your online course, then this workshop is just for you!

Using Google Drive & Gmail Effectively and Efficiently

Description : Overwhelmed with emails and digital files? Join this workshop to learn how you can more efficiently use your OU Gmail and Google Drive! After this workshop, you’ll be able to keep your inbox organized, easily find any file you’re looking for, and seamlessly collaborate with colleagues online. We’ll cover how to use Gmail features like labels, filters, templates, and signatures, and Google Drive features like comments and Suggesting Mode. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

e-LIS: Tech Focus- Gradebook Setup Do it now before it's too late

Description : Learn how to match your gradebook to your course syllabus. Did you know Moodle's gradebook setup can do: extra credit, drop lowest, bulk insert grades, and import/export from excel? Best practices will be covered so you can save time when grading. Also learn of the TIME SAVING feature in Moodle that can transfer your gradebook's course total grades into Banner (SAIL) directly from the Moodle gradebook.

AI Artificial Intelligence Sandbox Series

Description : Join our e-LIS Instructional Designers to learn how you can effectively and mindfully incorporate AI tools into your teaching in this new AI Sandbox Series! Drop-in or attend online for any of our new HyFlex workshops, each featuring a quick demonstration of a different concept or practice, followed by hands-on work time for you to try out the concepts yourself. Topics will vary by session, but each will involve a practical idea or activity you can try in your own courses. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu.
Requirements : Bring your own device for hands-on work time.

AI Assessment Scale

Description : Incorporating different levels of AI usage can enhance student learning outcomes and streamline the assessment process. This workshop provides practical strategies for integrating a 5-level AI assessment scale into assignments and activities. Participants will explore the benefits of different levels of AI involvement in discussions and assessments. Learn how to specify what level of AI usage is acceptable in your activities. By implementing these scales effectively, your classes will be able to discuss the process they followed when using AI in their activities and ensure fairness and accuracy.

Make Course Materials More Inclusive with the Digital Accessibility eSpace

Description : Did you know e-LIS offers a variety of on-demand resources for your professional development needs? In this series, each workshop will shine a spotlight on a different e-LIS eSpace you can use to grow your online teaching skills. We'll enroll you in the eSpace, show you its features, and answer any questions you may have. This session will focus on our Digital Accessibility eSpace, which introduces participants to the concept of digital accessibility, and provides resources for making your own course materials more inclusive and accessible for all students. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu. The Zoom link can be found in our e-LIS Workshop eSpace: https://espace.oakland.edu/course/view.php?id=1573

Artificial Intelligence and H5P Smart Import

Description : e-LIS Instructional Designers will demonstrate how they can upload your existing course files and upload into their H5P's Smart Import site to automatically create a variety of engaging H5P activities. Smart Import can take your videos or other documents and create new content for your online course. This workshop outlines the process for creating and reviewing this new content.

AI Artificial Intelligence Sandbox Series

Description : Join our e-LIS Instructional Designers to learn how you can effectively and mindfully incorporate AI tools into your teaching in this new AI Sandbox Series! Drop-in or attend online for any of our new HyFlex workshops, each featuring a quick demonstration of a different concept or practice, followed by hands-on work time for you to try out the concepts yourself. Topics will vary by session, but each will involve a practical idea or activity you can try in your own courses. If you have any questions, you can reach out to idteam@oakland.edu.
Requirements : Bring your own device for hands-on work time.

Create and Deliver Moodle Quizzes with Ease

Description : Come learn the three easy steps to create Moodle quizzes: create question bank categories, populate your question bank, then add questions. You'll learn how to import multiple choice questions directly into Moodle, how to minimize potential cheating, and how to use other tools like Camtasia and H5P for student engagement quizzes. Even experienced Moodle quiz users can learn new tricks in this workshop!

Semester Transition Extravaganza

Description : Come to the 4th floor of the library to work on your semester wrap-up and next semester's course transition. Both e-LIS and CETL will be present to assist. While you are here, save tons of time by double-checking your grade book setup and learning how to quickly export your Moodle grades into Banner (SAIL). Being proactive doesn't stop there - we can also help you import your course into your future semester course, and utilize the Moodle SpeedDater to quickly update your assignment and quiz due dates for next semester, and general semester prep like syllabus updates. Drop in on this hands-on lab in order to have a procrastination-free break!

FDI: PASS! in STEM

Description : Our goal is to facilitate STEM interdisciplinary discussions on perceived student barriers, ways we can improve student outcomes, and methods to support reducing equity gaps.

Introduction to Qualitative Data Collection Methods - "Medical Education Research Certificate (MERC)"

Description : Following completion of this workshop, attendees should be able to: 1) Demonstrate applied knowledge of the appropriate selection, use, and standards for rigor of some common methods for collection of qualitative data, in relation to the research question and the research approach (e.g., ethnography, grounded theory, case study) 2) Given topics, generate research questions appropriate for qualitative studies and choose ap- propriate data collection methods 3) Demonstrate applied knowledge of approaches to achieve rigor in the design of qualitative studies and collection of qualitative data, including: 4) For focus groups, demonstrate skill in the essential methods

Questionnaire Design and Survey Research - "Medical Education Research Certificate (MERC)"

Description : Following completion of this workshop, attendees should be able to: 1) Describe data collection methods for questionnaires/surveys. 2) Describe the four sections of a questionnaire. 3) Identify common problems with items. 4) Distinguish among common response options.