Oakland University Workshop Calendar

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!

Moodle PreAssessments with H5P quizzes

Description : A weekly pre-assessment quiz will allow you to gather info on what students know what parts your students are familiar with prior to instruction. It also gives your students some areas to pay closer attention. Setup, scoring, and feedback will be demonstrated in this workshop.

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

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.

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.

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, tasks, schedule send, templates, and signatures, and Google Drive features like shortcuts, the side panel, 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

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

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!

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

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!

e-LIS: Moodle 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 about the feature in Moodle that can transfer your gradebook's course total grades into Banner (SAIL) directly from the Moodle gradebook.

Classroom Technology for HyFlex Classes

Description : eLIS has partnered with Classroom Support to deliver this workshop to demonstrate best practices for HyFlex classes. The workshop will take place in one of the classrooms setup as "Grizzflex." Even if you do no teach in a classroom outfitted with extra cameras and mics like the Grizzflex classrooms, there will still be information and best practices to make best use of the classrooms you are teaching. A link to an eSpace will be provided ahead of time so you can have early access to HyFlex teaching information.

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.

Create Engaging Videos with the Video Production Hub 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 Video Production Hub eSpace, which includes detailed information on planning, recording, editing, and sharing videos. 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

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.

Semester Transition Extravaganza

Description : Come to the 4th floor of the library to work on your winter semester wrap-up and summer or fall 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!

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!