Events, Workshops, and Communities

Wednesday, March 4

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

Think of this as a wellness visit but for your course! In this session, you’ll learn what to look for when reviewing your online course to keep it healthy, organized, and learner-friendly. We’ll cover key areas like navigation, accessibility, content clarity, and engagement strategies. Walk away with a practical checklist and tips to ensure your course is running smoothly and ready to deliver an outstanding learning experience.

Thursday, March 19

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

In this session, you’ll learn how to use the Groups tool to organize students for projects, presentations, and discussions. We’ll explore different group setups, share tips for managing group work, and show you how to create spaces that spark interaction and teamwork. Whether it’s for peer learning or big projects, you’ll leave ready to make group activities smooth, engaging, and stress-free!

Wednesday, March 25

Noon to 12:45 p.m.

Virtual

This session features WMU faculty member Dr. Hyunjiin Jinna Kim, SPELS, discussing her article about implementing an "AI Attribution Checklist" in graduate courses. Participants are invited to read the article and then join the session. The first 15 minutes provide time for the author to share a brief overview of their article, followed by time for attendee discussion

Friday, March 27

2 to 3 p.m.

WMU faculty Dustin Altschul, Dr. Scott Cowley, and Dr. Angela Groves to hear about their experiences and lessons learned from implementing AI innovations in courses. The first half features faculty sharing their experiences, and the second half offers time for audience dialogue.

Wednesday, April 8

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

Ready to make your courses interactive and unforgettable? Join us to explore H5P—a powerful tool for creating engaging activities like quizzes, interactive videos, and more! In this session, you’ll learn:

• What H5P is and how it works
• How to submit a request and what the process looks like
• Examples of H5P in action to spark your creativity

Discover how easy it is to transform static content into dynamic learning experiences your students will love!

Wednesday, April 22

1 to 2 p.m.

Virtual

In this session, you’ll learn how to search the ITC Knowledge Base, use GoWMU to find resources, and know exactly who to contact when tech issues pop up. We’ll break down the difference between HelpDesk, Classroom Tech, Department IT, and ITC so no more guessing games!

Through real-world scenarios (like “MacBook screen share permissions—who do you call?”), you’ll leave with the confidence to get answers quickly and keep your teaching on track. Because knowing where to go saves time—and sanity!