Perimeter fencing for the new Health Sciences Building is now being installed, and Parking Lot F is closed. Learn more about construction projects on campus at the link below.
Events will be held in the CLE, Phillips (Building 3), room 3-125 or via Microsoft Teams. Select the title to access the Teams link. Each workshop refers to the associated goal in the College's Strategic Plan.
Presentation evaluations are also available during and after the sessions. We strongly encourage your feedback.
August
- Durham Tech Professional Learning Presentations
Course Kickoff Countdown: 3 ... 2 ... 1... Student Success!
Date: August 6, 2025, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning TechnologyThis webinar will provide an overview of best practices to support a strong start to the semester. Key topics include effective student communication, course entry quiz requirements, gradebook setup, and additional essential course management strategies. While the session is geared toward online and hybrid/blended course formats, much of the content will also apply to seated courses. Faculty are encouraged to attend with the goal of ensuring readiness for the first day of classes.
Learning Outcomes:
- Participants will be able to identify and apply best practices for setting up online, hybrid/blended, and seated courses at the start of the semester, including communication strategies and course entry requirements.
- Participants will be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively configure the gradebook and other essential course tools to support student success from day one.
New Faculty Orientation
Date: Friday, August 22, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. via Teams
Presented by: Dr. Barbara Clarke, ODL CoordinatorRecommended for all new faculty members – both full-time and part-time/adjunct
- Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations
More sessions will be announced soon.
September
- Durham Tech Professional Learning Presentations
How Students Learn: Tips for Promoting Academic Success
Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. via Teams
Presented by: Kevin Lawrence, Success Coach, Health and WellnessRecommended for all faculty and staff
Online Course Review Series, part 1: Setting the Stage: Course Overviews and Introductions in Canvas
Dates:
September 15, 2025, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. (in-person, CLE room, 3-125)
September 16, 2025, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. (via Teams)
Presented by: Instructional Technologies Team: Marisa Sullivan, Director, Instructional Technologies; Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning; Amy Netzel, Coordinator, Instructional Design and MediaRecommended for all faculty teaching online coursework
Improving the Faculty Experience with Self-Service Attendance Tracking
Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Terra Pegram Bikah, Assistant Director, Curriculum SupportRecommended for all faculty
Drop In, Light Up: Explore the New Lightboard Studio
Date: September 18, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. in Building 9, Suite 219 (Lightboard studio).
Presented by: Instructional Technologies Team of Marisa Sullivan, Director, Instructional Technologies; Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning; Amy Netzel, Coordinator, Instructional Design and MediaRecommended for all staff and faculty
Learning Conversations: Small Teaching, Big Impact series, continued
Date: Small Teaching Session I: Building Knowledge on September 22, 2025, from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Dr. Barbara A Clarke, Coordinator in ODLRecommended for any faculty
Work Based Learning (WBL) and Apprenticeship 101
Presented by: Dr. Norman Collins, Sr., Director of Apprenticeship
Dates: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. via Teams, and 2:00 p.m. via Teams.Recommended for all staff and faculty
Talk That Works: Smarter Meetings, Stronger Communication
Date: September 30, 2025, from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Dr. Barbara A Clarke, Coordinator of ODLRecommended for all staff and faculty
- Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations
More sessions will be announced soon.
October
- Durham Tech Professional Learning Presentations
Learning Conversations: Small Teaching, Big Impact series, continued
Dates:
Small Teaching Session II: Building Understanding on October 6, 2025, from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., via Teams
Small Teaching Session III: Inspiring on October 27, 2025, from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., via Teams
Presented by: Dr. Barbara A Clarke, Coordinator in ODL
Recommended for any facultyOnline Course Review Series, part 2: Polished and Purposeful: Organizing Canvas Courses for Student Success
Dates:
October 20, 2025, from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. in-person in CLE, 3-125
October 21, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Instructional Technologies Team: Marisa Sullivan, Director, Instructional Technologies; Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning; Amy Netzel, Coordinator, Instructional Design and Media- Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations
More sessions will be announced soon.
November
- Durham Tech Professional Learning Presentations
Online Course Review Series, part 3: Polished and Purposeful: Organizing Canvas Courses for Student Success
Dates:
November 5, 2025, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in-person in CLE 3-125
November 6, 2025, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Instructional Technologies Team: Marisa Sullivan, Director, Instructional Technologies; Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning; Amy Netzel, Coordinator, Instructional Design and Media- Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations
More sessions will be announced soon.
December
- Durham Tech Professional Learning Presentations
Online Course Review Series, part 4: Humanizing Your Online Course: Communication and Instructor Presence in Canvas
Dates:
December 1, 2025, from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. in-person in CLE 3-125
December 2, 2025, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. via Teams
Presented by: Instructional Technologies Team: Marisa Sullivan, Director, Instructional Technologies; Maureen Walters, Coordinator, Distance Learning; Amy Netzel, Coordinator, Instructional Design and Media- Central Hub Professional Learning Presentations
More sessions will be announced soon.
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