• Teaching in a Web-Enabled Classroom

    Join CITL and Media Services as we review the features of a web-enabled classroom and answer specific questions about the use of the classroom technology or effective teaching practices. Participants can join virtually or in the classroom. Physical location TBD; we will notify registered participants. REGISTER HERE

  • Accessibility in the Virtual Classroom – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    Join CITL and Student Accessibility Services to discuss considerations of accessibility when teaching in a virtual setting. This virtual discussion will cover many of the accessibility features and practices that can help create a more inclusive learning environment. This virtual workshop will review both settings and features of Zoom (like captioning) and practices (such as […]

  • Brightspace: Student Progress and Learning Data – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    Brightspace offers numerous ways to access and use student learning data as a resource for your teaching.  In this training we will explore the different types of learning data available to you as an instructor, where to access these data, and how to use this to inform your teaching. Unfortunately, we were not able to […]

  • Teaching in an Active Learning Classroom

    Shibles 202 Shibles Hall, Orono, ME, United States

    We will discuss effective practices and common challenges encountered when teaching with active learning in an active learning classroom. We will work with experienced faculty to explore the layout and functionality of one of our active learning classrooms. This workshop will be held in Shibles Hall Room 202. Due to the nature of this workshop, […]

  • Brightspace: Organizing Content for Student Success – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    Review the use of the “Content” area of your course to allow students to best navigate your course: Using the content area along with the assessment tools Designing your content in a logical way Deciding on visibility and access to course materials How the calendar displays information to students Customizing your course experience Unfortunately, we […]

  • Accessibility in the physical classroom

    Even small changes in how you use your physical space can create greater inclusion for your learners. We will discuss and review how practices like using a microphone, or allowing students to use their devices, or verbally describing visuals can support learners. We invite your questions about accessibility in the physical classroom.  The location for […]

  • Brightspace: Quizzes – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    In this training session, we will be going over how to build, organize, and implement Quizzes in your class in Brightspace. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum number required to run this workshop; however, please contact Faculty Support at citl@maine.edu or (207)581-3333 with questions, or check out our other upcoming workshops.

  • Using the CITL Brightspace starter course – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    CITL has generated a "Brightspace Starter Course" to help faculty new to Brightspace get a jumpstart to their course design. The Brightspace Starter Course was designed so you don’t have to start with a completely blank slate. Instead, using the Starter Course you will start with a basic class structure that you can personalize, adjust, […]

  • Teaching at UMaine – An introduction to successful teaching strategies

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    Join CITL Instructional Designers and staff in a conversations around successful approaches to teaching and student engagement. We will discuss approaches that span the various modalities, including strategies that have emerged while teaching remotely and long-standing practices. We also invite you to share with others some of your best strategies and approaches to teaching. REGISTER […]

  • Using Breakout Rooms and Other Features in Zoom to Increase Engagement – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    A deep dive into how to use the Breakout room feature in your classes; we will discuss the different ways to create and manage rooms and maximizing student productivity. This workshop will last one hour, with extra time for a Q&A afterwards. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum number required to run […]

  • Brightspace: Gradebook – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    In this training, we will be learning how to navigate our gradebook, adjust basic settings, and link assessments to the gradebook. This training was designed to give you an in-depth look at how to use this tool and get you building your gradebook today. Learning Objectives: Understand the Setup Wizard Organize your grades into categories […]

  • Digital Equity and E-Inclusion: Complete an eight-point evaluation to determine your course accessibility – Virtual Training

    Virtual Location

    Either as a stand alone workshop or as your entry point to our Digital Equity Community of Practice, we invite you to join us in an evaluation of your present course design and layout for digital equity and inclusion. This initial evaluation will help identify tangible goals for your work over the semester to build […]