As we prepare for the new academic term, the Centre for Teaching and Learning is excited to offer a series of workshops on educational technology tools and techniques. These sessions are designed to streamline your virtual teaching, enhance student engagement and help you start the term on a high note. 

Virtual Classroom: Getting Started [Online]
Thursday, September 5, 10:30-11:20 a.m.

Kaltura’s Virtual Classroom is a synchronous virtual classroom platform designed to enhance your online teaching. In this workshop, you’ll discover how to use:

  • Screen Sharing: Effortlessly present slides, documents, and media to your students.
  • Managing Participant Access: Set up your virtual classroom and maintain a secure learning environment.
  • Quick Polls: Use polls to check understanding and refine your teaching approach.

Start the term with the skills to enhance your virtual classes!

Register here.

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Mentimeter: Active Learning Beyond the Clicks [Online]
Friday, September 6, 10-10:50 a.m.

Mentimeter offers dynamic, interactive tools to make your classes more engaging. This workshop will cover how to:

  • Implement Real-Time Feedback: Engage students with polls and surveys.
  • Gamify Learning: Increase motivation and participation through gamification.
  • Encourage Collaboration: Create a dynamic, question-driven classroom environment.

Harness Mentimeter to align with your learning goals and bring energy to your teaching.

Prepare for a successful term with these essential tools and techniques. Register now!

Register here.

From the Centre for Teaching and Learning