This training will offer an overview of the features of UMaine’s video storage and streaming platform: Kaltura – an essential tool for teaching and learning remotely. We will discuss creative […]
In this training session, we will be going over how to build, organize, and implement Assignments in your class in Brightspace. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum […]
Join CITL and Media Services as we review the features of a large lecture hall and answer specific questions about the use of the classroom technology or effective teaching practices. […]
This workshop will review how to organize your Gradebook in Brightspace and work through some common issues we often see. Objectives: We work through common issues, Talk about organization strategies, […]
This group is now closed to enrollment. The orientation and kick off event for the REFLeCT program. The REFLeCT program has selected its fellows for AY21-22. If you are interested in learning more about this program please email karen.pelletreau@maine.edu.
Explore workflows and recommendations for grading discussion boards. Discussion points include: How to effectively use the discussions grading area How to grade while reading the discussions How to see participation in a discussion without reading every post How to grade each individual contribution How to use rubrics with a discussion board Setting due dates and […]
Get your questions answered and hear what questions your peers have in this Brightspace Q&A. This is an open space to talk about Brightspace, but some things we may go over include: Problem Solving Tips and Tricks Exploring New and Existing Features And any other questions you may have! Unfortunately, we were not able to […]
Though many of us are returning to campus this fall, we recognize that we are not returning to "normal." As we return to our classrooms, whether remote or in-person, we all, students and faculty alike, will carry with us impacts from the last 18 months. During this conversation, we will explore some of the changes […]
Join new faculty as we discuss foundational teaching practices in the context of teaching at UMaine. Together, explore and learn about UMaine's students, policies and develop a strong foundation of teaching skills. Topics for discussion will be generated based on the interest of the faculty. The group will meet every three weeks through the semester. […]
Open to all instructors at UMaine or UMaine Machias, these 30-minutes meetings will focus on “Plus One Strategies” you can adopt to proactively design courses that meet the varied needs of our increasingly diverse body of students. Each workshop will be designed with 30 minutes of learning on a specific strategy and 30 minutes of […]
