July 13

What’s New in the CTL?

Kick off the 2026-2027 academic year by registering for new and exciting Fall Workshops!

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The Schedule of Fall Workshops is available. Register today!

Digital Accessibility

• Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT
• Part 2: Files and PDF Accessibility Checkers: Using Grackle, Adobe, and Microsoft Tools
• *NEW* Part 3: Designing Accessible Course Media
• *NEW* Part 4: Creating Accessible Instructional Materials with AI
• Digital Accessibility ‘Fix-It Clinic’

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

• Part 2: Using NotebookLM AI for Critical Writing, Reading, Reflection, and Synthesis
• Classroom Communication on AI Tools
• Ethical Considerations for Teaching with Generative AI
• Zoom AI for Teaching
• *NEW* Supporting Flexible Learning with NotebookLM
• *NEW* Using NotebookLM AI for Teaching
• *NEW* Ready-to-Use AI Literacy Canvas Modules for Students

Canvas Foundations, Tools, and Analytics

• Canvas: Starting Fresh
• Canvas: Assignments and Gradebook
• Canvas: Quizzing
• Canvas Studio: Engaging Learners with interactive videos
• Exploring Canvas Course Analytics for Assignments, Quizzes, and Videos
• *NEW* Canvas: Collaboration with Groups and Peer Reviews

Student Engagement

• *NEW* Using Gemini Gems to Promote Self-Regulated Learning
• The Periodic Table of Emotions: Fostering Human-First Classrooms
• Part 1: Overview and Benefits of Globally Networked Learning
• Part 2: Collaborative Projects of Globally Networked Learning 
• Part 3: GNL and Career Readiness: How to design assessments that boost students career skills

Teaching Essentials

• *NEW* Syllabus: Recent Changes, policies, and best practices
• Getting Started with Active Teaching and Learning 
• Designing and Implementing Group Projects
• Active Learning with Poll Everywhere

Level Up Your Teaching Toolkit

Work Towards a Microcredential 

• Essentials of Teaching and Learning
• Essentials of Learning Technologies
• *NEW* Digital Accessibility Champion
• Teaching with AI Champion

Register for Online Training Courses 

• Starting with a Fresh Canvas
• Canvas Assignments & Gradebook
• Canvas Studio Training Resources
• Dealing with Difficult Situations in the Classroom
• Universal Design for Learning
• Introduction to Learning Objectives & Backward Design
• Using Feedback to Improve Teaching & Learning

See Your Learning Journey

• Access your CTL Professional Development Transcript.

Take part in one of our favorite traditions and help Housing and Residence Life welcome the newest members of Niner Nation to campus August 12-15. Move-In Crew welcomes new Niners and helps families get belongings from drop-off areas to rooms. We are looking for enthusiastic faculty and staff who want to help us create the most welcoming environment possible for these incoming families. Learn more about the Move-In Crew.