This introductory session is intended to offer a foundational understanding of how to navigate Generative AI technology. In the session, we will explore the basics of prompt engineering and provide […]
Moodle, or COTROnline, is the College of the Rockies Learning Management System (LMS). LMS platforms allow you to create and deliver personalized learning environments for your students. This session introduces […]
Dialogues with Indigenous Peoples is a community-based learning program that connects students, their learning, and Indigenous Peoples’ perspectives. Those who participate in Dialogues will be able to: Positively engage with […]
As the semester starts, small refinements to assignments and grading are possible. These adjustments might clarify expectations, outline components, or fine-tune the criteria instructors will use for evaluating students' work. […]
As the semester starts, small refinements to assignments and grading are possible. These adjustments might clarify expectations, outline components, or fine-tune the criteria instructors will use for evaluating students' work. Through this workshop, participants will apply best practices for communicating clear expectations and grading criteria to students. Participants will bring an assignment to review during […]
This seven-week program kicks off the week of September 23rd and runs to the week of November 4. Specific meeting times will be scheduled based on participant availability. Whether concepts such as reconciliation, decolonization, and Indigenization are new to you or looking to deepen your understanding, this Series offers time and space for building insights […]
This workshop-in-a-box is designed for instructors interested in implementing teaching strategies that build students' critical literacy skills with AI technologies. Through a series of interactive tasks, we will explore the multifaceted nature of AI, its implications in various professional fields, and the ethical considerations it necessitates. This "Workshop-in-a-Box" is intended to provide instructors with a […]
Register now for the entire series: October weekly sessions and November 12th & 26th at 11 AM (Tuesdays) on Microsoft Teams. Learn fundamental standards of digital accessibility, from creating accessible documents to ensuring your course pages on COTROnline are fully accessible. Digital Accessibility Essentials series ideal for anyone in any role who seeks to quickly […]
Mid-semester is an excellent time to collect feedback from students on the course structure, their experiences and learning. Part I (Oct 4) of this two-part workshop will present the why, what, and how of collecting mid-semester feedback from students. Participants will be enabled and encouraged to collect mid-term feedback from their students following the workshop. […]
Learn how to ensure documents are accessible across various platforms. This session will cover best practices for formatting and structuring Microsoft Word documents, Google Docs, and PDFs. Key topics include using accessibility checkers, applying styles to create headings, inserting a table of contents, and utilizing structural elements to enhance document accessibility. By the end of […]
Microsoft Excel is a leading spreadsheet tool widely used for data storage, analysis, and the creation of graphs and charts. This course is designed to teach you how to create accessible workbooks using Excel. We will start by covering basic accessibility standards for general documents and then move on to the specific accessibility skills required […]
We often share PowerPoint slides—frequently relying on visual elements—with our audience as resource. However, not everyone can see or interpret these visuals. In this session, you will learn how to […]
