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December 1
Faculty/Staff Social
Formerly called the “Faculty Reception”, the Faculty/Staff Social will be hosted on December 8 from 4:00 – 6:00pm in Halton Reading Room. This event will be co-hosted by the Office of Academic Affairs and the Honors College honor societies. This will be an opportunity for faculty and staff across the institution to relax and socialize at the end of the semester. Food and beverages will be provided. Please complete this brief survey so that we can ensure we have enough food and beverages.
Center for Teaching and Learning
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Bring Your Questions about Canvas!
Bring your specific Canvas questions to the next Canvas Open Swim session! These small-group Q&A sessions are a chance to bring your questions and get personalized support. Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot!
Register for Spring Workshops
The Schedule of Spring Workshops is now available. Register today.
Generative AI Foundations
- Overview of Gen-AI Tools for Education
- Understanding Gen Z: The AI Generation
- Part 1: Introduction to GenAI and Prompt Writing
- Part 2: Student Study Skills with Generative AI
- Part 3: Student Writing Skills with Generative AI
Teaching With AI
- Zoom AI for Teaching
- Part 1: Using NotebookLM AI for Podcasting, Content Curation, and Assignments in Canvas
- Part 2: Using NotebookLM AI for Critical Writing, Reading, Reflection, and Synthesis
- Syllabus and Classroom Communication on AI ToolsEthical Considerations for Teaching with Generative AI
Canvas Foundations
- Canvas: Starting Fresh
- Canvas: Assignments and Gradebook
- Canvas: Quizzes
- Canvas Course Design Open Swim
Canvas Tools and Analytics
- Part 1: Canvas Studio – Flipping Your Class with Videos
- Part 2: Canvas Studio – Creating Video Quizzes
- Exploring Canvas Course Analytics for Assignments, Quizzes, and Videos
- Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT
Student Engagement
- Growth Mindset Activities for Your Classroom
- Part 1: Overview and Benefits of Globally Networked Learning
- Part 2: Collaborative Projects of Globally Networked Learning
- A Walkshop on Narrative Intelligence: The Power of Story in Your Teaching
Difficult Conversations in the Classroom
- Navigating Contentious Conversations about Current Issues
- Building Community with the Periodic Table of Human Emotions
Teaching Essentials
- Syllabus 101: Roadmap to Success
- Getting Started with Active Teaching and Learning
- Designing and Implementing Group Projects
Teaching with Technology
Level Up Your Teaching Toolkit
Work Towards a *NEW* Microcredential on Essentials of Learning Technologies
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See Your Learning Journey
- Access your CTL Professional Development Transcript
AI Resources for You
- Browse AI Across the Curriculum Resources!
- Gear up for the 2026 AI Summit!
4th Annual UNC Charlotte AI Summit for Smarter Learning
The Call for Proposals and Registration for the 4th Annual Charlotte AI Summit for Smarter Learning are now open. The Summit is a free, full day event, open to all UNC Charlotte faculty and academic staff.
Important Dates:
- Call for Proposals Closes: February 5
- Proposal Notifications: March 25
- Registration Closes: April 22
- Event Date: May 13 at the Dubois Center
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