Let's open the lid and see what's inside the toolbox of tomorrow's educator. During this engaging presentation, we'll explore the world of AI tools through the lens of a handyman's trusty toolbox. Just like a skilled craftsman, educators possess an array of tools at their disposal, and AI is the ultimate addition to their toolkit!…
This training covers accessibility fundamentals that go beyond fixing the errors reported by the accessibility checker available through PowerPoint. Participants will learn how to: Make design decisions based on accessibility best practices Add accessibility features to their presentations that are not covered by the accessibility checker Understand accessibility guidelines as they pertain to presentations Quote…
Now three years in with virtual presenting being a thing, few people really love it and fewer still are truly good at it. Let’s change that this month with an exploration of some vital fundamentals, well-kept secrets, and a few OH WOW moments to help you jumpstart your virtual game. HIGHLIGHTS If you could…
This CETL session will cover the basics of accessibility in your online courses and documents that are provided to learners. This session will cover accessibility options in commonly used applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and best practices to use when delivering your content. This presentation will have a small “hands on” segment that you…
Chat GPT has become wildly popular but you can get burned. Discover how to use Chat GPT (and Microsoft’s Copilot) responsibly to save time without making all your content sound “GPT-bland.”. In this session you’ll learn: How to cite Chat GPT and check for accuracy (yes, it’s sometimes wrong) Some prompt ideas for realistic training…
In this CETL session, we will utilize basic Excel functions to create meaningful reports. We will walk through three basic projects using various Excel functions to format a student roster, analyze a gradebook, and construct a basic budget workbook. Define an Excel Worksheet VS Workbook Define a CSV File Identify the proper functions to create…
Are ChatGPT and all the other rapidly emerging AI engines the new life-blood of presentation creation or are they a death knell? Maybe they will be both! Join in on this first look at how AI will impact our workflow as presentationists: how it can assist in research, photo search, fleshing out of content, and…
The Institutional Review Board (IRB ) and The Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) has an important role in university research. One of the roles of the IRB is to help to facilitate and process human subject protocol submission for appropriate approval. One of the roles of IACUC is to help to facilitate and…
In the digital age, smartphones have become our constant companions, connecting us to a world of information and social networks. However, an increasing dependence on smartphones can often lead to unhealthy habits and a sense of disconnection from real life. Sometimes even checking your phone's calendar or weather app can inadvertently lead to a productivity…
Stories are powerful educational tools. Digital storytelling is a creative and meaningful way to build engagement and inclusion in online and hybrid courses through the use of computer-based tools, including digital media essays, photography exhibits, story-based mapping, and podcasts, to tell stories. Digital storytelling allows learners to connect on a personal level and cognition skills…
