April 13

The Office of Assessment and Accreditation has selected ten recipients to receive its Excellence Designation! This designation recognizes exemplary programs and units that successfully integrate assessment practices to improve student learning outcomes, program curriculum, and strategic planning. A recognition and plaque awarding ceremony will be held on Tuesday, April 21 starting at 12:00 pm in the Halton Reading Room, Atkins Library. Information about the recipients is available on the Office of Assessment and Accreditation website.

Each year, Atkins Library proudly recognizes a UNC Charlotte faculty member for their exceptional work with our collections, programs, and services. This award highlights the vital role faculty play in advancing the library’s mission and strategic vision. Come celebrate our newest award recipient and honor the legacy of our past winners and finalists! You’ll hear stories of successful collaboration and learn how our diverse services can support your research and teaching goals. We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can build a powerful partnership together.

• Tuesday, April 14, 3:00 – 5:00 PM, Halton Reading Room

The Charlotte AI Institute and the Educational Research, Measurement, and Evaluation program present Hidden, Hidden Toil and Trouble: Critical Perspectives on Generative AI in Educational and Social Science Research from Miranda Parker, assistant professor in the College of Computing and Informatics. Parker will offer a cautionary examination of GenAI’s application in educational and social science research. Drawing from research in computing education and human-centered computing, this talk explores the fundamental traps awaiting researchers: the loss of researcher intuition, the hallucination of statistical significance, and the ethical quagmires of delegated analysis. Join us Friday, April 17 at noon in Friday Building, Room 107 for this edifying talk.

The BRIDGES Academic Leadership Program is a professional development program dedicated to supporting colleagues in higher education who seek to gain or strengthen their academic leadership capabilities. It is designed to help participants identify, understand, and build their leadership roles in the academy. Individuals who want to position themselves for advancement in the academy are encouraged to apply.

BRIDGES alumni will host an information session on Friday, April 17 at 12:00 pm to share their experiences in this unique leadership program. The information session will also cover application tips and funding options. Additional information about the BRIDGES program and a link to join the information session can be found on the BRIDGES website.
BRIDGES alumni also invite interested applicants to join us for an informal lunch on Wednesday, April 15 at 12:00 pm. Check the BRIDGES website for details.

The schedule is now available for the 4th Annual Charlotte AI Summit for Smarter Learning! The summit is a free, full day event, open to all UNC Charlotte faculty and academic staff. 

Key features: 

• Keynote by Kyle Bowen, Deputy CIO at Arizona State University
• Engagement Sponsorship by Adobe
• AI Exploration Zone
• Featured Student Panel
• Featured Industry Panel
• Featured Workshops
• Use Case Stories
• Lightning Talks and Panel Discussions by UNC Charlotte faculty, staff, students, and partners

Important Dates: 

• Registration Closed. Join the Wait List! 
• Can’t Make it? Cancel Registration 
• Event Date: May 13, Dubois Center

What’s New in the CTL?

Register for new and exciting Upcoming Events!

Spring Workshops

• Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT
• Files and PDF Accessibility Checkers: Using Grackle, Adobe, and Microsoft Tools
• Digital Accessibility ‘Fix-It Clinic’

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Work Towards a *NEW* Microcredential on Essentials of Learning Technologies

Register for Online Training Courses on: 

• Canvas Foundations and Tools
• Student Success Strategies
• Teaching Essentials

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• Access your CTL Professional Development Transcript!

AI Resources for You

• Browse AI Across the Curriculum Resources!
• Gear up for the 2026 AI Summit!

Enhance Your Courses with Professional Media Production from the Center for Teaching and Learning

Bring your courses to life with high-quality, engaging instructional media! The Center for Teaching and Learning’s Media Production team partners with faculty to create dynamic, accessible, and professionally produced media that supports teaching goals and enhances student learning experiences.

Whether you’re developing a new course, refreshing existing content, or looking to increase student engagement, the Media Production team provides start-to-finish support, from initial consultation through final delivery. Services include studio-based recording in a fully equipped on-campus facility and field production for on or off-site demonstrations, interviews, labs, and simulations.

Faculty work directly with a dedicated project lead to plan, record, and produce media aligned with course objectives. Projects are delivered ready for integration into courses, designed for clarity, accessibility, and student learning success.
Getting started is easy: submit a Media Request form and collaborate with the team to plan your project for the upcoming semester. Let us help you transform your course content and enhance the learning experience for your students. Learn more about CTL media production.