June instructional workshops highlight assessment, videos, student engagement

The Innovative Learning Team at West Lafayette, the Office of Instructional Technology at Purdue Northwest, and the Purdue Fort Wayne Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) offer several workshops and sessions in June to help instructors manage their grade book, assessment, and videos, and prepare to teach in the “next normal.”.

Purdue West Lafayette

Brightspace Gradebook
June 9, 2-2:50 p.m.
This online workshop will cover setting up and maintaining your grade book in Brightspace. Topics covered for this session include creating categories, creating a grade item, associating a grade item with a quiz and assignment, and creating a weighted grade scheme. There will be time at the end of the session for questions.

Digital Proctoring
June 17, 10-10:50 a.m.
This session provides an in-depth look at Purdue’s digital proctoring tools, Respondus and Examity, with a walk-through of the setup process for proctored exams. Tips and best practices will also be covered. The Innovative Learning Team recommends considering alternate forms of assessment, and only using digital proctoring when all other options have been exhausted.

Video Best Practices
June 21, 11-11:50 a.m.
This workshop provides attendees with an overview of the university supported tools and resources available for creating, editing, and sharing video content. Other topics will include tips for engaging your viewers, an overview of different hardware for creating videos, and how to make your videos accessible to all viewers.

Teaching and Learning Technologies will continue to offer daily drop-in sessions for Brightspace support.

Ask a Librarian is also available via chat, email, text, or tweet for help answering your questions about Libraries’ resources or services.

Purdue Fort Wayne

Brightspace Quiz Basics
June 23, 10-11:00 a.m.
This workshop focuses on how to create and use the quiz tool in Brightspace, to assess students’ learning. You will learn to create quiz questions, questions pools, manage quiz settings, and edit existing quiz questions

Using GoReact to Support Student Presentation and Learning
June 23, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (noon)
During this one-hour session, the facilitators will discuss how GoReact can be used for both private and peer review video assignments. Participants will create a private video assignment and a closed peer review video assignment with GoReact. Practical considerations will also be shared for assignment design and management.

Purdue Northwest

Writing Retreats
June 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
June 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
A Writing Retreat provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a research goal.

Summer Workshop Series – Preparing for the Next Normal: Re-Engaging Students in the Classroom
As we begin to emerge from the pandemic and define the “Next Normal,” it is an ideal opportunity for us to reflect on what we’ve learned about teaching and learning, and plan for an engaging re-entry to the classroom. Attend any or all sessions.

The Syllabus as an Engagement Tool: Part 1
June 3, 2-3 p.m.
June 22, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.(noon)
The syllabus is often a student’s first introduction to a course and to you as the instructor. It is an opportunity to engage students in the class right from the very start. In this session, we’ll discuss the purposes of a syllabus, examine the impact of language and tone, and critique sample syllabi.
The Syllabus as an Engagement Tool: Part 2
June 10, 2-3 p.m.
June 29, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (noon)
In this follow-up to Part 1 of The Syllabus as an Engagement Tool, you will bring your revised syllabus and engage in a peer review session with colleagues. You will receive feedback on your revised syllabus and have the opportunity to review and provide feedback on colleagues’ syllabi.
Teaching During COVID: Lessons Learned
June 8, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (noon)
As we emerge from the pandemic, we have an opportunity to collectively learn from each other’s experiences to create the best possible “Next Normal.” Join your colleagues to reflect on the past year and discuss how the lessons learned will impact your instructional practices.
Supporting Students through Challenging Times
June 8, 1-2 p.m.
Our students have faced a variety of challenges due to the pandemic, and we want to do all we can to help them through these challenging times. In this session, you’ll have the opportunity to strategize with faculty colleagues and representatives from the Dean of Students Office, Disability Access Center, and the Counseling Center about how we can best support students and promote their success.
Engaging Students in the Classroom: Pandemic Edition
June 8, 1-2 p.m.
We know we are returning to the classroom in the Fall, but that doesn’t necessarily mean a return to normal. Come to this session to think through how you can adapt your classroom practices to accommodate safety protocols and keep students engaged in the “Next Normal.” This session is a collaboration of the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Office of Instructional Technology.
Repurposing your Videos to Engage Learners
June 29, 1-2 p.m.
June 30, 9-10 a.m.
Do you have recorded lectures/class sessions from teaching remotely? Or do you want to incorporate more videos into your teaching? Attend this session to learn more about using instructional videos to enhance student learning. The session will address possible uses for instructional videos, methods for breaking up longer videos, and strategies for holding students accountable and keeping them engaged. This session is a collaboration of the Center for Faculty Excellence and the Office of Instructional Technology.

For questions and support at your campus, contact:

For questions and support at your campus, contact:

Purdue Global: Direct teaching-related questions to askctl@purdueglobal.edu. Technical support questions should be directed to TechSupport@purdueglobal.edu or 866-522-7747 (toll-free).

Purdue Fort Wayne: Teaching-related questions should be directed to PFW’s Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) at celt@pfw.edu, 260-481-6354, or CELT’s website for resources and to request one on one consultations. Technical support questions should be directed to PFW’s IT Services Help Desk helpdesk@pfw.edu or 260-481-6030.

Purdue Northwest: Direct teaching-related questions to the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu or CFE’s website. Technical support questions should be directed to The Office of Instructional Technology by email oit@pnw.edu, through the OIT’s website, or by accessing their Virtual Help Desk.

Purdue West Lafayette: Visit the Innovative Learning website or email InnovativeLearningTeam@purdue.edu.