REGISTER HERE Fri, Sept 13, 9:00AM-1:00PM, in person, Surrey campus, Arbutus 2410 (2nd floor library) Have you heard about generative AI but don’t really understand what all the hype is about? This session is designed for people who want to learn more about GenAI, its practical use, evaluating when to use or not to use...
REGISTER HERE SCHEDULE (it is mandatory to attend all dates in full): Fri, Sept 20, 9:00AM-4:00pm, in person, Surrey campus, Arbutus 2410 (2nd floor library) Mon, Sept 23, 9:00AM-4:00PM, online, synchronous Wed, Sept 25, 9:00AM-4:00PM, online, synchronous Thurs, Sept 26, 9:00AM-4:00PM, in person, Surrey campus, Arbutus 2410 (2nd floor library) The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW)...
REGISTER HERE Thurs, Oct 3, 10:00-11:00AM, online, synchronous Instructors collect and work with a lot of student “Personal Information” and many types of “records”. KPU (and its employees) have legal requirements, as well as other responsibilities, in relation to both. During this session, we will discuss what Personal Information is and how the information faculty...
REGISTER HERE Tues, Oct 8, 12:00-1:00PM, online, synchronous Venngage is a platform offered to KPU faculty that offers endless possibilities to create and modify infographics. Some examples of documents you can create are presentations, charts, diagrams, roadmaps, posters and more! Browse pre-made templates, or create your own. Explore Venngage’s colourful world and learn how to...
REGISTER HERE Wed, Oct 16, 10:00AM-12:00PM, in person, Surrey campus, Arbutus 2410 (2nd floor library) This workshop is designed to guide you through the process of creating your own Open Educational Resources (OER), making it less daunting and more accessible. Whether you’re looking to create a comprehensive textbook or a small, focused piece of educational...
REGISTER HERE Thurs, Oct 17, 11:00AM-1:00PM, online, synchronous This workshop is intended to provide some strategies around designing assignment rubrics to account for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). We’ll discuss full integration, allowing students to use AI throughout their work, and partial integration, where AI is used for specific assignment components. We’ll also cover mitigation strategies...
REGISTER HERE Monday, Oct 21, 10:00AM-12:00PM, online synchronous Join this 90-minute workshop, "Using Authentic Assessments to Encourage Academic Integrity," where educators will learn to implement strategies that promote honesty and student engagement. With many educators at KPU already creating progressive assessments in their contexts, this workshop focuses on producing and sharing real-world, application-based assignments that...
REGISTER HERE Fri, Oct 25, 9:30AM-1:30PM, in person, Surrey campus, Arbutus 2410 (2nd floor library) Are you interested in exploring how to enrich your teaching methods with Generative AI? This workshop will provide an overview of AI in education, and share some practical applications for bringing GenAI to your courses. Case studies will be explored. ...
REGISTER HERE Mon, Oct 28, 9:00-11:00AM, online, synchronous The increase in availability of Generative AI technologies brings opportunities and challenges for education. The most commons concern we hear from instructors is around academic integrity. In this workshop we will explore concerns, identify integrity standards, pedagogically sound proactive solutions and appropriate responses for any lapses in...
REGISTER HERE Schedule (attend all dates) Mon, Oct 28, 10:00AM-12:00PM, in person, Civic Plaza campus, podcast studio, room 814 Mon, Nov 4, 10:00AM-12:00PM, in person, Civic Plaza campus, podcast studio, room 814 Mon, Nov 18, 10:00AM-12:00PM, online, synchronous Masterclass Description: In an era where digital media competes, podcasting has emerged as a powerful tool for...
REGISTER HERE Posted on behalf of the Academic Integrity Unit of the Provost Office KPU is hosting the 5th annual BC Academic Integrity Day. Open to all post-secondary students, staff, and faculty in BC, the daylong event will feature a keynote speaker, facilitated activities, networking, and a student panel. Lunch and refreshments provided. Event Details...
REGISTER HERE Thurs, Oct 30, 2:00-3:00PM, online, synchronous Whether you’re considering Pressbooks for a new project or looking to enhance your current teaching materials, this workshop will provide you with the skills and knowledge that you need to get started. We’ll cover the basics: what Pressbooks is, its features, and how to get set up....