Supporting diverse learning preferences through various forms of communication, promoting Freedom, Acceptance, and Fun. The workshop will review the use of digital backchannels and parallel discussions, collaborative conversations, interactive notes, and formative […]
Creating a welcoming learning environment to foster a sense of inclusivity, Acceptance and Power. The workshop will cover self-introduction videos. It will explore culturally responsive teaching practices such as using surveys, videos, […]
Increasing opportunities for both Freedom and Fun by engaging in student choice models while maintaining learners' sense of Safety and Power. This workshop will demonstrate using eLearning tools to provide student choice across a range of learning aspects including assessment type, timing, and evaluation. The workshop also explores how using the choice and restriction settings helps to […]
The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is a four-day intensive program designed to strengthen instructors' skills in student-centred teaching through practical opportunities for evidence-based teaching practice. Mixing facilitated workshop sessions with instructional tasks, the workshop is designed to build skills and confidence as well as enabling participants to learn from and foster partnerships with colleagues from […]
Clearly designed assessments and activities can work to support Power and Safety through student confidence and empowerment and collaboration and reflection. Performance issues arise in cross-cultural groups primarily because of language barriers and a lack of familiarity with cultural norms. Therefore, it's important to design activities in a collaborative manner. This workshop will explore the use of Moodle tools […]
All employees are welcome to join this free in-person workshop which helps learners respond supportively and effectively to disclosures of sexualized violence. It includes a discussion of available supports and […]
All faculty are welcome to this day-long event equips new and returning instructors with strategies for the upcoming academic year through various activities and sessions. Register Now Event Schedule TIME Session […]
Jumpstart is designed to enhance new students' transition to the College and help you achieve your academic goals. Join our Student Success team for a few hours of fun, information and lunch. Located at the Cranbrook Campus. For more information and to register, check our Orientation page at: Orientation - College of the Rockies (cotr.bc.ca) […]
Jumpstart is designed to enhance new students' transition to the College and help you achieve your academic goals. Join our Student Success team for a few hours of fun, information and lunch. Located at the Cranbrook Campus. For more information and to register, check our Orientation page at: Orientation - College of the Rockies (cotr.bc.ca) […]
Register Now Step into the 'new year' with a quick course refresh. This dynamic workshop provides options for quick exploration and implementation of effective strategies for your fall classroom (in-person or online). Choose topics such as fostering a positive classroom environment, designing engaging lesson plans, utilizing active learning techniques, and implementing classroom assessments. By the […]
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 the online space to instructors, beginning with logging in and orienting them to essential navigation. The session will also introduce how course spaces can be […]
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. Registration Information Complete the registration form.