Teaching at Southern
Summer 2020, The Center for Teaching Excellence
Message from the CTE Director
As we navigate the re-opening of campus and the uncertainty of what classes will look like in the fall, know that the CTE is here to support you. New vocabulary now includes terms like “pivot pedagogy” and “Hyflex.” This “new normal” gives us the opportunity to look at course design and delivery from new, fresh perspectives. “Teaching Excellence” is part of our name for a very strategic reason. Student success relies on “Teaching Excellence.” The CTE is designing professional development opportunities with this in mind. Our website is updated regularly with new resources or feel free to reach out to us for one on one assistance.
Debbie Walker, Interim Director
Teaching Online
The CTE has created a new Teaching Online web page for faculty. Here you will find the resources and training that support you in designing and delivering online courses.
Check out the Folio Jumpstart to get you started with Folio. (Remember, Folio supports face-to-face teaching too!)
Our Event Calendar is full for the summer. Check it out!
Helpful Resources
- Folio is not just for online courses! Get started in Folio here.
- Library Guides - No Cost Low Cost Options for Courses
- GS CTE Web Accessibility Manual
- A Brief Guide to Online Courses, from Small & Private to Massive & Open
- Tips for Exams and Alternative Assessments from Rutgers University
- Recommendations from Rutgers University for online assessments in STEM fields
Recommended Readings
Dynamic Lecturing
By: Christine Harrington and Todd D. Zakrajsek
If you don’t have time to read the book, here is a summary by one of the authors that describes excellent lecturing techniques and applies them to face to face and online formats.
Delivering High-Quality Instruction Online In Response to COVID-19
This faculty-focused playbook will assist faculty as you design your fall courses.
Created By:
OLC, APLU, and ELE, with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Hybrid-Flexible Course Design: Implementing Student-Directed Hybrid Classes
by Dr. Brian J. Beatty
This is a new OER book featuring the latest information on flexible course designs. Check it out as you navigate plans for the fall.
All CTE workshops and events are now being conducted remotely. Register below to receive the link to the workshop. Links will be emailed the morning of the workshop.
Teaching with Technology Badge
Tests, Quizzes, & Assignments with Google Forms
June 5, Friday 11 AM-12 PM
July 8, Wednesday 3-4 PM
Customize a Learning Path with Release Conditions
June 9, Tuesday 1-2 PM
Folio: Build a Learning Module
July 16, Thursday 10-11 AM
Perusall Training: Get Students to Read
June 15, Monday 2-3 PM
July 31, Friday 11 AM -12 PM
Google Tools to Record Lectures with Whiteboards
June 17, Wednesday 11 AM-12 PM
July 13, Monday 3-4 PM
Folio: Gradebook
June 18, Thursday 2-3 PMJuly 7, Tuesday 2-3 PM
Discussion Board Alternatives
June 22, Monday 2-3 PM
July 17, Friday 11 AM-12 PM
Creating Videos in Folio Courses
June 23, Thursday 2-3 PM
July 22, Wednesday 3-4 PM
Folio Boot Camp for Emergency Preparedness
July 30, Thursday 1-2 PM
Evidence-Based Teaching Badge
June 26, Friday 2-3 PM
Professional Planning & Growth Badge
Practicing Self-Compassion: A Well-Being Framework
June 4, Thursday 10-11 AM
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Website
academics.georgiasouthern.edu/cte
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