Events

11 a.m. Employee Learning and Development Lab, 2225 W. University Dr. #103. Let’s talk about where you are currently and where you would like to be on the wellness path. We will be focusing on three main areas: nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. You will walk away with a goal that fits your lifestyle and your interests. Facilitated by Holly Levin, Health Educator Department: University Health Services. For more information, please visit https://hrs.boisestate.edu/workshops/letstalk/.

1 p.m. ILC, room 315. Come learn about Service-Learning (SL) – an exciting and interactive way to engage your students in the classroom and community. The SL Director will be joined by experienced faculty, a community member, and a student with experience with Service-Learning to introduce SL basics: course models, methodology, staff support, community connections, resources, scholarship opportunities and faculty development. SL is a key component of Boise State's civic engagement mission and a priority workshop in the “Ten Before…

9 a.m. ILC, room 315. This session counts toward the BUILD Certificate Program - find more information about BUILD here. In this 2.5-hour workshop, participants will first learn about personal experiences of people who are LGBTQ, define different terms related to the LGBTQ community, discuss identity, and and engage in an empathy building exercise. In the second portion of the workshop, participants will hear personal stories and become more familiar with trans identities. They will gain a stronger understanding of vocabulary related…

10:30 a.m. Riverfront Hall, room 301. Even in the most interesting classes, students find it easy to get distracted by their smartphones and tablets--much to the frustration of faculty. This workshop suggests ways faculty can limit digital distraction, in part by redirecting students' use of their devices into active learning in support of course outcomes. In this workshop, we will examine digital distraction, concepts associated with digital health, and introduce you to a toolkit of strategies for increasing student engagement while…

This is an online opportunity available Sept. 9 thru Sept. 30, 2018. The work of Carol Dweck and others has shown that the ability to learn is not “fixed”, but, rather, that we can develop and improve our knowledge by using a “growth mindset.” This workshop will define the two ways of thinking about mindset, demonstrate how a growth mindset can help students succeed in the classroom, and give you a variety of strategies to help students develop and use a…

9 a.m. ILC, room 315. This session counts toward the BUILD Certificate Program. This interactive workshop focuses on strategies for facilitating dialogues about diversity when confronted with resistance and hot moments. Participants will learn the sources of student resistance and explore strategies for responding. In addition, participants will apply communication frameworks to respond to "hot" moments and learn what to do during and after difficult dialogues. This workshop builds upon Part 1 on laying the foundation to meaningful conversations about diversity. Participants…

1 p.m. ILC, room 315. Making—an iterative process of creation that embraces both collaboration and individual expression—helps students build a twenty-first century skill set that transcends technology, developing their creativity, problem-solving savvy, and empathy alongside digital fluency. Workshop participants will learn about innovative teaching techniques in support of such maker competencies, designing assignments and evaluating student work, and helping students understand and articulate the skills and knowledge they have developed. Facilitated by Leslie Madsen and Amy Vecchione. For more information, please…

3 p.m. ILC, room 315. Do you want to find a new teaching tool to get students to learn and think about your content? This workshop will help you clarify what you want students to learn and help you identify, select, and start designing a new teaching tool to fit. Facilitated by Shawn Simonson. For more information, please visit https://ctl.boisestate.edu/workshop-and-event-calendar/.

9 a.m. ILC, room 315. A well written set of program learning outcomes (PLOs) serve as a strategic compass for degree programs. During this session we will focus on crafting a strong set of PLOs. While teams of 2-4 from an academic program are encouraged to attend, any number of faculty are welcome. Facilitated by Teresa Focarile. For more information, please visit https://ctl.boisestate.edu/workshop-and-event-calendar/.

Noon. ILC, room 315. Teaching and Learning Spotlight - please bring your lunch and join us for this event. Are you interested in teaching a humanities course online but don’t know where to start? Do you want to know more about the process of proposing a new online course or of becoming certified to teach an existing online course? We will cover these topics and also introduce you to a liaison from eCampus who can help you get started teaching…

1:30 p.m. ILC, room 315. This session counts toward the BUILD Certificate Program. This interactive workshop will offer participants the opportunity to explore the concept of Inclusive Excellence and how they can play a role in creating a more inclusive campus environment. In particular, participants will be able to identify inclusive excellence strategies most relevant for their position and role at Boise State – in the classroom, in the office, and/or in other learning environments. Facilitated by Tasha Souza, Jeremy Harper,…

11 a.m. Employee Learning and Development Lab, 2225 W. University Dr. #103. Trello is a free online project management and personal productivity tool that can create order for the most complicated and demanding workflows. Trello is the perfect tool to create a dynamic and effective to-do list. As a project management tool, Trello could be the collaboration solution your department needs to increase communication and efficiency. Facilitated by Taylor Kennemore, Management Assistant. For more information, please visit https://hrs.boisestate.edu/workshops/letstalk/.

1 p.m. ILC, room 315. The list of pedagogical tools seems never-ending: think-pair-share, inquiry learning, team-based learning, jigsaw, carousel, role playing and more! In using these different strategies in our courses however, their success depends on the context of their use. In this workshop, we will focus on the “why” and “when” of choosing the right pedagogical tool from those in your toolbox. We will consider how the use of a particular strategy helps us to achieve our goals for student…