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 […]
In this training we will go over some different Brightspace automation tools to help you save time. The tools we will go over are: Self Grading Quizzes Rubrics Intelligent Agents […]
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 […]
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In this workshop we will be going over some of the most commonly asked questions we get at the beginning of a new semester. We will also do a quick […]
In this training session, we will be going over how to build Content, use Course Builder, and some helpful workflows. This workshop will introduce you to all the tools you […]
Come learn about Brightspace! In this training session, we will be taking a tour of Brightspace and showing off some features we are really excited about. This is a good […]
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 […]
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 […]
Zoom is a web conferencing software available to the entire University of Maine community. Faculty can use Zoom in their teaching to manage the synchronous components of their online courses, […]
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 […]
In this workshop we will be going over some of the most commonly asked questions we get at the beginning of a new semester. We will also do a quick […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Faculty Programs serve as an introduction to the many services and opportunities at the University of Maine, and a way to get you prepared to teach for the fall. […]
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 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.
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 […]
New Faculty Programs serve as an introduction to the many services and opportunities at the University of Maine, and a way to get you prepared to teach for the fall. […]
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 […]
Review the various ways to interact with grades in Brightspace to determine how to make your own process more efficient. Points will include: Grading from the right space: Gradebook vs […]
Your course syllabus can be a powerful tool that can effectively establish classroom norms, performance expectations and foster student engagement. Research has shown that the tone and content of a […]
Work with CITL to ensure that your course syllabus is digitally accessible for your learners. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum number required to run this workshop; […]
In this training session, we will be going over how to build Content, use Course Builder, and some helpful workflows. This workshop will introduce you to all the tools you […]
For anyone new to teaching this workshop will serve as an orientation and overview of the core educational technologies available at the University of Maine. This workshop will help you gain a better understanding of how to use these tools in engaging and effective ways and provide time to explore specific questions. Please bring your […]
In this training session, we will be going over how to build Content, use Course Builder, and some helpful workflows. This workshop will introduce you to all the tools you […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
In this workshop we will be going over some of the most commonly asked questions we get at the beginning of a new semester. We will also do a quick walk through of Brightspace to refresh your memory and learn about any new updates to Brightspace. At the end will be a Q&A session where […]
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 ways to use video in your teaching and share ideas about using video to improve student learning, such as using video feedback for students, working […]
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. Physical location TBD; we will notify registered participants. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum number required to run this workshop; however, please […]
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, Show total grade average to students, And review the student experience. Unfortunately, we were not able to fill the minimum number required to run this […]
We are now accepting registrations for our WAITLIST. Do not be deterred! We will likely have more spots available. This workshop is open to all graduate students to help you […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
