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November 24
Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success
Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment Face-to-Face Workshops: January
The Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success (CAFS) and their collaborators who facilitate Best Practices in Holistic Faculty Recruitment will offer a virtual Face-to-Face Session on Wednesday, January 28 from 10:00 – 11:50 a.m. If you know your department will convene a search committee this academic year, or if you have already been selected to sit on a search committee, please make sure you have taken this training within the past five years. This training is required before a faculty member is permitted to sit on a search committee. Faculty recruitment training is a two-part training, and each part must be completed prior to serving on the committee. Visit the CAFS website to see the criteria and to sign up for a session. Register.
Peer Mentoring Circles
Join the Center for ADVANCing Faculty Success as they launch their new Mentoring Initiative: Peer Mentoring Circles. These facilitated, interactive mentoring sessions, which are open to faculty of all appointments, will provide information related to topics of interest to newer faculty at UNC Charlotte. In addition, they will provide opportunities to help you engage with one another and build support networks with other new faculty and faculty at different ranks at UNC Charlotte. Register to participate in the Peer Mentoring Circles; choose one of the December meeting dates to attend.
- Monday, December 1, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
- Tuesday, December 2, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Podcast Series – Only Faculty in the Building – new Podcasts added!!The podcast series, “Only Faculty in the Building,” was developed with the knowledge that new faculty have a lot on their plates, beginning on day one, and that it can be difficult to prioritize professional development programming when you know you are going to be faced with a classroom full of expectant faces several times a week – don’t panic! You can access the podcasts, which are only 15-20 minutes long, at a time that works for you; no need to schedule a time where you have to be in a certain place at a certain time! In this series, we talk with representatives from numerous offices across campus who are dedicated to helping you be successful in your first few years at UNC Charlotte. More seasoned faculty will also find the podcasts to be very helpful as UNC Charlotte continues to expand and provide new resources for all faculty to thrive and be successful at our Institution. Access the podcasts.
Center for Teaching and Learning
What’s New in the CTL?
Register for new and exciting Upcoming Events!
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
Register for Online Training Courses on:
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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