Fall 2018 - CTL Professional Development Calendar by The Maricopa Community Colleges

FALL 2018

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Message from your CTL Faculty Director Dear EMCC Colleagues and Friends, Welcome to the Fall 2018 semester! From all of us here at your CTL, we hope you had a relaxing and peaceful summer. We’ve been working diligently to give you the best professional development opportunities in the district. Here are a few changes you may notice 

Creating this calendar pamphlet (we had too many events for it to fit on one page!)

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In alignment with EMCC’s core value of sustainability, we will be sending the calendar to you virtually. We will also have hard copies available at the CTL and locations around campus (check your local administrative specialist’s desk)

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Supplemental monthly calendars throughout the semester with the most current event

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Introducing EMC101: The New Employee Experience, open to all new staff this fall (contact ctl@estrellamountain.edu to learn more)

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Electronic sign-in for live events using iPads in the CTL

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Electronic evaluations emailed to participants after the event

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Updates to our website - for example, view or download the semester calendar of events on any device

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Nearly all trainings will be documented in the Employee Learn Center (ELC) so you can keep track of workshops you’ve participated in

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Monthly “Lunch n’ Learn” events focusing on key issues facing faculty and staff

Also be on the lookout for opportunities to learn more and provide your input on the upcoming skills credentialing programming that the CTL will be offering next year. Indeed, you can sign up for the September Lunch n’ Learn on Wednesday, September 26 from 12:00-1:30 to learn more. Have a great semester, and enjoy the ride! Erik Thor Huntsinger, Ed.D

August Wed 15

Your Paycheck and HCM: How to make sense of it all * Presenter: Dwain Desbien 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * MON-CTL Is your paycheck right? Did you get paid for that class you teach in addition to your normal duties? What does "paid not earned mean"?

Wed 15

Supercharge Your Classes with Journals (Digitally) * Presenter: David Weaver 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL Evidence suggests that student journaling in classes can significantly improve their learning. Microsoft has introduced a classroom version of OneNote which can make classroom management of journals a lot easier. Let's explore this further together. Adjunct Evening of Learning * Presenters: Various 6:10 PM - 7:40 PM Refer to Evening of Learning Document for the full list and description of breakout sessions.

Thurs 16

Multimedia Planning and Development * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM * MON-CTL 156 Join us as we breakdown the key steps for creating audio/video, and graphic presentations for your courses.

Thurs 16

Assessment Happens (SAAC) * Presenter: Becky Baranowski and Teri Graham 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM * MON-CTL Join us to learn about updates on assessment of student learning across the college and how you can participate.

Mon 27

Monthly Meditation * Presenter: Teri Graham 1:00 PM -1:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 Meditation is a mind and body practice that is available to everyone. It can reduce stress, increase calmness as well as enhance overall health and well-being. We are often so busy we feel there is not time to stop and meditate.

Tues 28

Canvas Basics: Getting Started * Presenter: Chris Wacaser 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 This workshop will help faculty to learn the basics of Canvas and addresses how to use some of the most important features.

Wed 29

Makerspace Open House * Presenters: David Weaver and Chris Wacaser 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM * MAR 139 and MAR 140 Come learn all about the Makerspace including current projects and exciting opportunities available for faculty, staff, and students!

Wed 29

CTL Video Tools: Lightboard * Presenters: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Creating lightboard videos can be a fun and engaging way of teaching your online or hybrid courses. In this training you will be shown the process of setup, operation and creation of your own custom lightboard video that can be immediately posted for online viewing.

Wed 15

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Wed 5

Who Leaves and Why? * Presenters: E. Wager, C. Van, N. Jimenez Hernandez 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL N BSCS professors discuss findings from a 2017 Learning Inquiry Grant that investigated factors leading to student completion or student withdrawal from a course. Variables discussed: academic self efficacy, perceived value of the course, and financial hardship as measured by food insecurity.

Wed 5

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 1A: Knowing Ourselves.

Wed 5

Using Notebowl in Canvas * Presenters: N. Bandekar and Najmah Muhammad 2:00 PM - 3:00pm * MON-CTL 156 Notebowl is a private social network designed to increase student engagement with a social learning community and interactive discussion boards. Notebowl's bulletin provides news feed designed to support collaboration within classrooms and beyond. Provide in-built metrics and analytics for speedy grading. Learn how social learning can organically increase student engagement and take your class to the next level!

Thurs 6

Using ID Scanners to Track Student Participants * Presenter: Jake Ormond 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL N Come learn how to use the new ID Scanners to track students at campus events and programs to eliminate timely data entry.

Sat 8

Saturday Morning Workshop * Presenter(s): TBD 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM * MON 284 Welcome to the Jungle! Navigating Honors and Service Learning.

Mon 10

IF IT MATTERS, THEY WILL LEARN! (Part 1) * Presenter: Jim Heinrich 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM * MON-CTL S Description: EXPLORE the power of personal projects and DESIGN a personal project to increase the chances that your students will learn, retain, and actually use what you teach.

Mon 10

Tues 11

Wellness in the Classroom * Presenter: Lyle Bartelt 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL N The healthy habits that positively effect academic success (and why). The formal process for Wellness In The Classroom and a plan outline to use it in one of their classes. CTL Video Tools: Camtasia * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM * MON-CTL 157A Camtasia offers more than just screen capture recording videos. Session explores functions of the program including recording Webcam your computer screen in the same video, editing within the program, and how to add animated call-outs for an engaging final presentation.

September Tues 11

Wed 12

Thurs 13

Journaling to Ease Stress and Improve Emotional Health * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON 157B Come join this hands-on workshop where we will discuss the many benefits of journaling and do some actual journaling! Maricopa Millions OER Practitioner * Presenters: TBD 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL N Workshop Clearing the Weeds with the Proper Whacker: Copyright and Licensing with OER. 3D Printing Basics * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 This workshop will teach the basics of 3D printing including simple design and how to print. Certification is available through this workshop but is not required. Becoming Your Best You- Strategic Planning in Your Personal & Professional Life Presenter: Erik Huntsinger * 2:00 - 3:00pm * MON-CTL 156 By clearly defining your core values and practicing strategic planning in your personal and professional life, you can find the time to get more of the important things in life done, from meeting health goals, spending more time with friends/family, or making lasting contributions that can prepare you for your next career step. Technology as an asset and not a distraction in the classroom * Presenter: Chinenye Anako 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL N This presentation is designed to increase the knowledge on technological resources that can help maximize efficiency in the classroom. This presentation will equip you with the technological tools to appeal to the individual learning styles of your students while freeing up class time for discussion and interaction amongst students. You will leave with an understanding of the resources available and how to partner with the right individuals to make technology a time saving resource instead of a distraction in the classroom.

Mon 17

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 1B: Knowing Ourselves.

Tues 18

CTL Video Tools: Lightboard * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Creating Lightboard videos can be a fun and engaging way of teaching your online or hybrid courses. In this training you will be shown the process of setup, operation and creation of your own custom lightboard video that can be Immediately posted for online viewing.

September Wed 19

Canvas Basics: Getting Started * Presenter: Chris Wacaser 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM * MON-CTL 156 This workshop will help faculty to learn the basics of Canvas and addresses how to use some of the most important features.

Wed 19

Closed-captioning for Videos * Presenters: Daniel Reichstein 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 An onsite tutorial that walks you through the use of the closed-caption tools available in YouTube and Amara.org. This training will provide the necessary steps to make your online videos ADA compliant.

Wed 19

Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize LASERs!!!! **Proper attire is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes**

Thurs 20

Using Turnitin for Plagiarism Checking and Meaningful Feedback *ADJUNCT FACULTY/RESIDENTIAL FACULTY* Presenter: Kelly Loucy * 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL N Learn how to use Turnitin with Canvas to check for and prevent student plagiarism, and to provide feedback on assignments using tools within Canvas.

Fri 21

It's Raining Grants * Presenter: Aaron Allery 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL N An introduction to developing grant ideas aligned to college initiatives.

Sat 22

Saturday Morning Workshop * Presenter(s): TBD 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM * MON 284 Topics will be announced.

Mon 24

Monthly Meditation: Everyone welcome so come join us, take time for yourself, and discover the benefits of mediation. Presenter: Teri Graham * 1:00 PM -1:30 PM * MON 156 Meditation is a mind and body practice that is available to everyone. It can reduce stress, increase calmness as well as enhance overall health and well-being.

Mon 24

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 2A: Recognizing Bias.

Wed 26

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 2B: Knowing Ourselves.

September Wed 26

CTL Lunch n' Learns: Skills Credentialing - A New Model at the CTL * Presenter: Erik Huntsinger 12:00 PM -1:30 PM * MON-CTL Join Erik as he describes a new model for assessing and documenting employees' skills learned through professional development. Your question, comments, and feedback will be important for helping to shape how this new initiative will grow in the years to come.

Thurs 27

CTL Video Tools: Camtasia * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Camtasia offers more than just screen capture recording videos. This session will explore the functions of the program that include recording webcam and your computer screen in the same video, editing within the program, and how to add animated call-outs for an engaging final presentation.

Fri 28

October Mon 1

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 3A: Strengthing MCCCD.

Tues 2

Google Workshop * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL 157B Come to this workshop for specific information on the Google suite.(workshop will be customized for registrants).

Wed 3

MOSAIC Training * Presenter: Jacque Starks 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 MOSAIC 3B: Strengthing MCCCD.

Wed 3

Using ID Scanners to Track Student Participants * Presenter: Jake Ormond 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL N Come learn how to use the new ID Scanners to track students at campus events and programs to eliminate timely data entry. These scanners are available through the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs and are a great way to leverage technology to collect and analyze data.

Fri 5 Sat 6

Maricopa Millions OER Practitioner Workshop Presenter(s): * TBD * 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM * EST S 135 Saturday Morning Workshop Presenter(s): TBD * 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM * MON 284

Wed 10

Munch and Learn: The Process of Developing Effective Courses Presenters: Pam Grady and Najmah Muhammad *2:00 PM - 3:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 Join us and learn how to develop engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses using simple tools and techniques that enhance teaching & learning. Bring your devices or use ours! Light snacks will be provided.

October Fri 12

Mon 15

ASRS and You! * Presenter: David Cannella 1:00 PM -2:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 Do you have questions about how the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) works? Learn from an ASRS representative and discover what's waiting for you when you reach retirement. IF IT MATTERS, THEY WILL LEARN! (Part 2) * Presenter: Jim Heinrich 12:00 PM -1:00 PM * MON-CTL S PRESENT/DISCUSS/FINE-TUNE the personal projects you and your students experimented with; EXPAND the use of personal projects in the course(s) you teach.

Tues 16

Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize 3D Printers!!!! **Proper attire is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes**

Wed 17

Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize 3D Printers!!!! **Proper attire is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes*

Thurs 18

Fri 19

Mon 22

Using Canvas Effectively in the Classroom * Presenter: Najmah Muhammad 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 Learn about some of the great features in Canvas that can enhance the teaching & learning experience. Some of the features include UDOIT, Canvas Commons, Respondus, and more! Closed-captioning for Videos * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 An onsite tutorial that walks you through the use of the closed-caption tools available in YouTube and Amara.org. This training will provide the necessary steps to make your online videos ADA compliant. There will also be an open lab to allow attendees to ask questions or troubleshoot issues with these two closed-captioning methods. Overcoming Muscle Fatigue From Sitting and Office Work Presenters: Weiru Chang, Neil Raymond, Sandy Zetlan 12:00 PM -1:00 PM * MON-CTL S Join us as we discuss how to combat muscle fatigue from sitting and computer work. This workshop will combine anatomical modeling, the consequence from bad posture, stretches to do while at work and at home, and therapeutic ideas. Participants are invited to bring their lunch and wear comfortable, flexible clothing. Becoming Your Best You- Strategic Planning in Your Personal and Professional Life Presenter: Erik Huntsinger * 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 By clearly defining your core values and practicing strategic planning in your personal and professional life, you can find the time to get more of the important things in life done, from meeting health goals, spending more time with friends/family, or making lasting contributions that can prepare you for your next career step.

October Mon 22

Mon 22

Tues 23

Becoming Your Best You- Strategic Planning in Your Personal and Professional Life Presenter: Erik Huntsinger * 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 By clearly defining your core values and practicing strategic planning in your personal and professional life, you can find the time to get more of the important things in life done, from meeting health goals, spending more time with friends/ family, or making lasting contributions that can prepare you for your next career step. Monthly Meditation: Everyone welcome so come join us, take time for yourself, and discover the benefits of mediation. Presenter: Teri Graham * 1:00 PM -1:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 Meditation is a mind and body practice that is available to everyone. Decrease stress, increase calmness as well as enhance overall health and well-being. We are often so busy we feel there is not time to stop and meditate. But meditation actually gives you more time by helping you calm your mind and become more focused. Generational Diversity * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM * MON 157B Let's look into the differences among the generations and highlight the needs and expectations of colleagues in an age-diverse workforce.

Wed 24

Laser Basics Workshop * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 This workshop will teach the basics of using the laser for cutting, etching, or engraving. Certification is available through this workshop but is not required. **Proper attire is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes**

Wed 24

CTL Video Tools: Camtasia * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Camtasia offers more than just screen capture recording videos. This session will explore the functions of the program including recording webcam and your computer screen in the same video, editing within the program, and how to add animated call-outs for an engaging final presentation.

Wed 24

CTL Lunch n' Learn: Building Your Student Learning Outcomes * Presenter: Heather Muns 12:00 PM -130 PM * MON-CTL Lunch n' learn as we discuss the importance of establishing student learning outcomes in your course, program, or service area, and uncover strategies for assessing them to ensure your students are learning and that you are continuously improving the student learning experience.

Thurs 25

Fri 26

Tues 30

It's Raining Grants * Presenter: Aaron Alley 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM * MON-CTL N An introduction to developing grant ideas aligned to college initiatives.

Drupal Training * Presenter: Chris Celeya 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM * MON-CTL 156 Learn to edit and manage Drupal pages in the EMCC website. This workshop is required to get access to editing Drupal pages in your area. CTL Video Tools: Lightboard * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Creating lightboard videos can be a fun and engaging way of teaching your online or hybrid courses. In this training you will be shown the process of setup, operation and creation of your own custom lightboard video for online viewing.

November

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Thurs 8

Small Teaching Online * Presenter: Flower Darby 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL N Based on the successful book Small Teaching by James M. Lang, we will examine how to make our online teaching more impactful without requiring a large investment of time and effort. What are little, 5-minute things we can do in our online classes to increase student learning and success? Join us to find out!

Journaling to Ease Stress and Improve Emotional Health * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM * MON 157B Come join this hands-on workshop where we will discuss the many benefits of journaling and do some actual journaling!

CTL Lunch n' Learns * Presenters: Kristina Scott and Jeff Miller 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM * MON-CTL Guided Pathways Update. Multimedia Planning and Development * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM * MON-CTL 156 Join us as we breakdown the key steps for creating audio/video, and graphic presentations for your courses. Munch and Learn: The Process of Developing Effective Courses * Presenters: Pam Grady and Najmah Muhammad 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 Join us and learn how to develop engaging online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses using simple tools and techniques that enhance teaching & learning. Bring your devices or use ours! Light snacks will be provided. Financial Literacy Workshop * Presenter: Joseph Blake 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 The purpose of this workshop is to enhance, refine, and improve financial choices. Family's desire to improve their financial futures and this workshop has the answer. Two personal financial literacy models form the foundation to receiving a favorable economic outcome. The Actionable Financial Behavioral Change Model (AFBCM), detects and corrects behavioral actions that are detrimental to financial literacy. full financial potential.

Thurs 8

SAAC's Pedagogy Luncheon * Presenters: Becky Baranowski and Teri Graham 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM * MON-CTL N Lunch n' learn about innovative pedagogical techniques from your faculty colleagues that improve student learning, engagement, and success. Come away with practical tips that you can employ in your classroom tomorrow and in the semesters to come.

Tues 13

Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: Chris Wacaser and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 140 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize Woodworking! **Please wear clothes that can get dirty/dusty/painted ****Proper PPE is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes**

November Wed 14

Wed 14

CTL Video Tools: Lightboard * Presenter: Daniel Reichstein 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM * MON-CTL 157A Creating lightboard videos can be a fun and engaging way of teaching your online or hybrid courses. In this training you will be shown the process of setup, operation and creation of your own custom lightboard video that can be immediately posted for online viewing.

Fri 16

Mon 26

Monthly Meditation: Everyone welcome so come join us, take time for yourself, and discover the benefits of mediation. Presenter: Teri Graham 1:00 AM - 1:30 PM * MON-CTL 156 Meditation is a mind and body practice that is available to everyone. It can reduce stress, increase calmness as well as enhance overall health and well-being. We are often so busy we feel there is not time to stop and meditate. But meditation actually gives you more time by helping you calm your mind and become more focused.

Mon 26

Using the Laser Etcher to Improve Student Learning Presenter: Lyle Dillie 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM * EST S 251

Tues 27

Wed 28

CTL Lunch n' Learns - Course Developers Sharing Ideas For Current Course Developers through the FRACTL process only please* Presenters: Current Course Developers * 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM * MON-CTL Enjoy some lunch and share your innovative course designs with other course developers in your cohort. Borrow and steal the best ideas to include in your emerging courses.

Thurs 29

Effective Communication * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM * MON-CTL 157B This workshop will incorporate some components of other communication workshops covering the necessary skills of active listening, nonverbal communication, clarity, and confidence to name a few.

December Tues 4

Tues 18

Wed 19

Journaling to Ease Stress and Improve Emotional Health * Presenter: Janelle Swiader 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM * MON-CTL 157B Come join this hands-on workshop where we will discuss the many benefits of journaling and do some actual journaling! Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize vinyl (stickers/t-shirts etc.)! **Proper PPE is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes** Makerspace Make 'n Take * Presenters: David Weaver and TSE Staff 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM * MAR 139 Come join us in the makerspace for a small fun project! This month's project will teach and utilize vinyl (stickers/t-shirts etc.)! **Proper PPE is required for all Makerspace events including closed-toed shoes**