Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Celebrating Teaching at Carleton Showcase – just two days away!

Celebrating Teaching at Carleton Showcase Thursday, August 17, 2017 2:30 – 4 p.m., followed by a social 2220 Richcraft Hall Carleton is home to some remarkable educators. Don’t miss your chance to get a special look inside the classroom of some of our notable teaching award winners. On Thursday, August 17, as part of... More

Monday, August 14, 2017

New online help centre for classroom technology

Figuring out how to use classroom technology just got easier. IMS has officially launched a new online help centre to provide you with the information and resources you need to teach in the classrooms around campus. The help centre puts the answers to your classroom technology questions at your fingertips in a self-paced format.... More

Thursday, August 10, 2017

cuPortfolio Panel Session

Join us on Tuesday, August 22 from 12-1 p.m. for an instructor panel session on cuPortfolio. Panelists will describe their experience teaching with cuPortfolio and share their insights and advice on how to leverage the tool to enrich the student learning experience. Come prepared to learn new insights from your colleagues and engage in discussion... More

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Apply to I-CUREUS!

The application form for the 2017-2018 I-CUREUS Program is now open and available to applicants. Please refer to the general information for I-CUREUS should you wish to see what's new this year and for information about the program. Note: applications take a minimum of 3-weeks to process. No applicants should plan to start their... More

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Coming soon: New IMS online help centre

With so many different learning spaces on campus, it can be difficult to keep track of what technology you’ll find where, not to mention how to use it. But it’s about to get easier. On August 14, IMS will officially launch its new online help centre to provide you with the information you need... More

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Doors Open EDC

The Educational Development Centre is extending a special invitation to the Carleton teaching and learning community to join us on August 18 for an open house. Come and learn more about the services we have to offer. You’ll have the opportunity to meet with some of our staff and discuss how we can support... More

Thursday, August 3, 2017

A special invitation to the Carleton community

Celebrating Teaching at Carleton Showcase Thursday, August 17 2:30 – 4 p.m., followed by a social 2220 Richcraft Hall Carleton is home to some remarkable educators. On Thursday, August 17, join Teaching and Learning Services as we celebrate some of these outstanding educators and welcome the newest faculty members to the Carleton community. As... More

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

cuLearn sessions in August

With the fall term just around the corner, the EDC will be hosting a number of cuLearn sessions this August to help you get set up for a new term. cuLearn Drop-In Sessions Aug. 16, 23 & 30, 1-3 p.m., 422 Dunton Tower These drop-in sessions provide an opportunity for you to work on... More

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Blog: Overcoming illusions of competence

By Kevin Cheung, Associate Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics I first heard of the Dunning-Kruger effect from biology professor James Cheetham. It is named after Justin Kruger and David Dunning who wrote a paper titled “Unskilled and Unaware of It”. The effect is often seen on TV in some popular talent show auditions, such... More

Tuesday, August 1, 2017

Designing Learning from Scratch

When we begin designing a learning module or a course, sometimes we don’t know where to start and the task quickly appears to be a more complex challenge then we anticipated. Luckily, the EDC can help. Join us on August 15 from 9 a.m. - noon for a highly interactive workshop where you will... More

Monday, July 31, 2017

Contract Instructor Orientation Fall 2017

The Office of the Associate Vice-President (Teaching and Learning) (OAVPTL) invites all contract instructors to an orientation to the university on Monday, August 14 from 4:30-9 p.m. in room 340 Tory Building. Whether you are a new contract instructor looking for a first-time orientation or a returning contract instructor looking for a refresher... More

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Registration for the Fall 2017 Cohort of the EDC’s “Preparing to Teach” Certificate Program is Now Open!

Registration for the Fall 2017 cohort of our Preparing to Teach (PTT) certificate program is now open! PTT is a blended program specifically designed to help PhD candidates prepare for the teaching components of a career in academia. This 10-week program, which consists of weekly 2-3 hour meetings plus a significant weekly online component,... More

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Poll Everywhere – Student Response Systems and Real-Time Testing

Looking for ways to assess students’ understanding, survey opinions on controversial topics, or engage students during a lecture? Student response systems allow you to create planned or spontaneous surveys and immediately visualize student responses. They can also be used to enhance or guide discussions, track participation, facilitate live... More

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Experiential Learning Practices in the Classroom

Experiential learning is a high-impact practice that can be used in all disciplines. It fosters student engagement in the learning process through collaborative experiences and critical reflective practices. On Aug. 8, join us at the EDC from 1-2:30 p.m. for a workshop that will focus on practical examples of experiential learning in the classroom... More

Monday, July 24, 2017

BigBlueButton – Online Classes and Virtual Office Hours

Connect with your students in real time using BigBlueButton, whether you hold online office hours, have an exam review or host a guest speaker. On Aug. 2, join us from 1-2:30 p.m. to learn how to set up a session, share content and facilitate high quality online webinars. This session will be held online.... More

Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Celebrating Teaching at Carleton Showcase

Thursday, August 17, 2017 2:30 – 4 p.m., followed by a social 2220 Richcraft Hall Carleton is home to some remarkable educators. On August 17, join Teaching and Learning Services as we celebrate some of these outstanding educators and welcome the newest faculty members to the Carleton community. As part of our Celebrating Teaching at... More

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Get your introduction to cuPortfolio

July 26 12 - 1:30 p.m. 422 Dunton Tower After an extensive three-year pilot program, Carleton has officially adopted cuPortfolio as the university’s electronic portfolio system. It will now be fully supported campus wide. On July 26, join us at the EDC for your introduction to the tool. This session will provide an overview... More

Friday, July 14, 2017

Grade notation changes for 2017-18

Senate has approved the following grading notation changes for the upcoming 2017-18 academic year (and going forward). New grade showing on transcript (assigned automatically when students withdraw during the academic withdrawal period) WDN - Withdrawn. No academic credit, no impact on the CGPA. WDN is a permanent notation that appears on the... More

Thursday, July 13, 2017

Teaching with PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint is an essential pedagogical tool that encourages student learning. Join us at the EDC on July 19 for an introductory session that will provide a hands-on experience for instructors to create more effective PowerPoint slides for classroom and online use. Considering both pedagogical and technological aspects, we will focus on... More

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Don’t miss your chance to join our 2017 summer institute

Perhaps the single most pressing question that instructors struggle with from year to year is, “How do I get my students more engaged with and interested in the content I’m teaching?” One promising, powerful concept that can help us to re-imagine our teaching and assessment practices is experiential learning, This summer, the EDC wants... More

Monday, July 10, 2017

Experiential learning: “Variety is the way to go”

By Lauren Sproule, TLS Staff Writer The nature of many university programs dictates that there can sometimes be a gap between what students learn in a classroom and how they can apply that learning in their respective fields. This is according to Carleton University Prof. Deborah Conners, who pilots a fourth year course called... More

Thursday, July 6, 2017

Instructional Design Tricks for Preventing Cheating in Online/Blended Courses

The rise of online education provides new opportunities for students to learn, but also opens new opportunities for them to cheat. There is no single guaranteed method to eliminate cheating in both offline and online courses, and while no institution is cheater-free, instructors can protect academic integrity without having to proctor online tests... More

Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Images in Education: Finding, Editing and Using

Did you know that when you use images and content together in your teaching, student comprehension increases? Images add interest and appeal to your courses and lectures, but they can also add another layer of meaning and understanding to your content. If you are interested in integrating images into your courses and lectures, join... More

Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Get your introduction to creating course videos

Whether you want to record a PowerPoint presentation, show your students how to use an application, or use a document camera to solve problems, Capture has you covered. Capture is a screen recording solution that is free to the Carleton community. Join us on July 5 from 1-2:30 p.m. for a workshop that will... More

Monday, June 26, 2017

Carleton students showcase impact of undergraduate research

By Bianca Chan, TLS Staff Writer Five Carleton students were among a group of undergraduates who took to the stage in Memphis earlier this year to prove that it is not only graduate students who are conducting influential research. Nina Frimpong, Vicky Madge, Travis Swan, Anne Wilson and Crystal Wong represented Carleton at the... More

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Instructional Design Tricks for Preventing Cheating in Online/Blended Courses

The rise of online education provides new opportunities for students to learn, but also opens new opportunities for them to cheat. Instructors have to anticipate the new techniques online students can use to cheat when they design their courses. There is no single guaranteed method to eliminate cheating in both offline and online courses,... More

Thursday, June 15, 2017

Get your introduction to cuPortfolio

After an extensive three-year pilot program, Carleton has officially adopted cuPortfolio as the university’s electronic portfolio system. It will now be fully supported campus wide. Join us at the EDC on June 22 from 12-1:30 p.m. for your introduction to the cuPortfolio. This session will provide an overview of ePortfolios, review how they can... More

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Blog: Considerations for assessing impact

By Kevin Cheung, Associate Professor, School of Mathematics and Statistics When instructors make changes in their teaching, they often want to know the impact of such changes.  Even though countless studies in higher education exist in the literature, conducting a proper study that meets statistical rigour is hardly a walk in the park. As... More

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

BigBlueButton – Online Classes and Virtual Office Hours

Connect with your students in real time using BigBlueButton (BBB), whether you want to hold online office hours, have an exam review or host a guest speaker. Join us on June 21 from 1-2:30 p.m. for an online session that will teach you how to set up a session, share content and facilitate high... More

Monday, June 12, 2017

How music can change us, and the world: Spotlight on Jesse Stewart

By Emily Cook, TLS Staff Writer Beyond instruments and traditional orchestras, Jesse Stewart believes music has the power to bring people together and change the world. And he’s playing a role in that, starting in the classroom. Stewart, a faculty member with Carleton University’s music program, was recognized with a 2017 D2L Innovation Award... More

Thursday, June 8, 2017

TLS welcomes new assistant director, EDC

Teaching and Learning Services is pleased to announce that Jaymie Koroluk has been named Assistant Director, EDC. Jaymie has extensive experience working in several universities across Canada. Before joining us at Carleton, she was the Manager of the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). In... More

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

cuPortfolio now a fully supported service

After an extensive three-year pilot program, Carleton University has officially adopted cuPortfolio as the university’s electronic portfolio system. It will now be fully supported campus wide. Powered by Mahara, cuPortfolio is a student-centered learning tool that provides a venue for students to collect and showcase academic and co-curricular... More

Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Announcing the 2017 Carleton University Teaching Award winners

The Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) and the Office of the Associate Vice-President (Teaching and Learning) are pleased to announce the outstanding educators who have been named 2017 Carleton University Teaching Award winners. Véronic Bezaire (Department of Chemistry) has received the Provost’s Fellowship in Teaching Award... More

Monday, June 5, 2017

Poll Everywhere: The fidget spinner for higher ed?

By Kim Loenhart, Educational Technology Support, EDC Fidget spinners are all over the news these days as kids adopt this new tool to deal with sensory and attention needs. Keeping the fingers busy has been promoted as a way to refocus students, provide sensory input and stimulate bored minds. While mostly in the realm... More

Thursday, June 1, 2017

Poll Everywhere: Student Response Systems and Real-Time Testing

Looking for ways to assess students’ understanding, survey opinions on controversial topics, or engage students during a lecture? Student response systems can help you do just that! Join us on June 7 from 1-2:30 p.m. and find out how. We centrally supports the use of Poll Everywhere, a web-based polling tool. Come and explore... More

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