This session is all about Power Point and design tips to use in your next presentation. Research from cognitive and neuroscience will be drawn upon to help you avoid common PowerPoint mistakes. Learning Objectives: List common PowerPoint mistakes. List and describe good PowerPoint practices and format.
Microsoft Word contains a multitude of helpful features that can streamline processes thereby helping to make your day-to-day more productive. At this point in your career, you've likely used Microsoft Word on a semi-regular basis, however even the proficient user may be unaware of the numerous time-saving features built into this powerful program. This session…
Each year Educause publishes the Horizon Report which analyzes the landscape of higher education through a technological lens. “The report profiles the trends and key technologies and practices shaping the future of teaching and learning, and envisions a number of scenarios and implications for that future. It is based on the perspectives and expertise of…
Come learn how an interprofessional team at WesternU planned, developed and implemented a Virtual Reality Immersive Simulation for Interprofessional Education. You will leave with an understanding of the technology and time required to devise your own collaborative immersive education project. Learning objectives: 1) Describe how technology in the classroom can be used as a…
In the spring of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced educational institutions at all levels to switch instruction almost overnight to virtual classrooms. With scant time to marshal their resources, officials in K–12 schools and higher education had to figure out how to deliver curricula, share materials, foster collaboration, and keep students engaged. Given the number…
"How can faculty and instructional designers address misconceptions about online learning as they transition from reactivity to proactivity following the COVID-19 pandemic?" In March 2020, the shift to online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic occurred quickly, leaving many higher education institutions with just a weekend to prepare. The result was Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI),…
This workshop will explore some of the several metaverses that currently exist. We will discuss the differences, specialties, and where to find them. We will compare ways to access a metaverse from using a computer, low-cost headsets, or high-end systems.
With so much technology available to educators, it can be difficult to determine which to use. In this session, attendees will explore some of the most wanted technology tips from across the Google, Canvas, and Apple (iOS and macOS) platforms. These tips can help maximize your daily productivity and create more effective and efficient teaching…
The ubiquitous action camera is a compact and versatile device. But do the myriad of settings and options leave you frustrated and scratching your head? Give your scalp a break and join us for an informative session to take the guesswork out of operating this camera. We’ll discuss: Action Camera Anatomy Optimal system settings Recording…
Discussion Boards are a popular way to assess students in an online learning environment. These spaces are designed for conversation among students and faculty alike. Many students have not been taught how to participate in an asynchronous learning environment, this includes creating meaningful discussion posts. This session will cover how to make them more engaging,…