The end of the semester often brings with it mental, physical, and/or financial health challenges for students. During this session we’ll highlight seasonal stressors, relevant resources, and what to do when you are notified that an advisee is approved for a 4+ day absence. You’ll apply what you learn during two case studies; 1) a…
The Pumerantz Library and CETL are excited to partner in delivering a hands-on workshop focused on plants, potting, and painting! Brighten up your office space while enhancing your well-being through the power of greenery. Not sure if you’re ready to care for plants? No problem! We’ll cover the maintenance levels of various plants and explore soil categories…
Are you looking to boost engagement and participation in your projects through innovative gamification strategies? Are you struggling to come up with gamification ideas? This session is designed to show you how to harness the power of ChatGPT, an advanced AI language model, to craft compelling gamification concepts and storylines that captivate your audience. Gamification…
Unlock new possibilities for your career and life with this hands-on workshop based on the book Designing Your New Work Life. You’ll explore the five stages of design thinking and learn how to apply these steps for professional growth. Through brainstorming and reflective activities, participants will learn how to reframe problems, generate fresh ideas, and discover…
Discover how generative AI is transforming the landscape of Learning and Development in higher education. This presentation will explore the innovative applications of Large Language Models in content creation, personalized learning, and collaborative education. Additionally, it will address the potential risks and ethical considerations of using generative AI. Join us to unlock the potential of…
How do students at WesternU really feel about academic dishonesty and Generative AI tools like ChatGPT? This session unveils exclusive research findings, offering a unique glimpse into students’ motivations, behaviors, and attitudes toward AI in academics. Gain groundbreaking insights into AI-driven academic dishonesty and learn how the Fraud Triangle framework identifies key motivators behind students’ misuse of…
Asynchronous online courses present unique challenges in fostering student engagement and community. This session explores the importance of creating active Virtual Learning Communities (VLCs) to combat technological isolation and enhance student motivation and emotional engagement. It highlights the role of professors in intentionally designing and supporting these communities to reduce attrition rates and improve student…
Nowadays too many entry-level candidates lack the necessary soft skills to collaborate with co-workers and communicate effectively with clients. Soft skills are also essential for people aspiring to leadership positions. However, training and assessment of soft skills is difficult, particularly in an e-learning context. In this webinar, you will learn how to harness generative AI…
Learn how to increase your organization’s training effectiveness by 90% in this fun & practical session! Best-selling author (5+ million books sold), the leading authority on employee recognition and engagement will explain how to apply positive reinforcement, dubbed “The Greatest Management Principle in the World,” to your training function and classes. Help make your training…
Can I use this image in my lecture slides? What about for a conference presentation or journal article? Can I post this article or show this video in my class? Does it matter whether the class is in-person or online? And how do the new AI tools change the copyright landscape? Come learn the basic…
