Previous Learning Science Lab Workshops
Incorporating self-assessment activities into your course
Fall 2022
In this workshop, we will showcase auto-graded practice quizzes, self-check problems, and simulations as strategies for low risk, high reward self-study, and practice.
Communicating with students through Brightspace
Fall 2022
In this workshop, we will walk you through how to establish communication expectations, what research defines as good communication and how to incorporate it best into your teaching practices.
Creating your own teaching videos
Fall 2022
In this workshop, we discussed best use cases for integrating videos into your course and how to successfully use Loom.
Using Poll Everywhere
In this workshop, we will demonstrate how to host live in-person and online activities using Poll Everywhere. We will also review various activities that can function as brief, formative assessments in class.
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Discovering Brightspace Updates
Summer 2022
In this workshop, we discussed updates to Brightspace, features now visible on course sites' tool bars, and how to create breakout rooms in Zoom.
Brightspace Getting Ready To Teach
Summer 2022
In this workshop, we walked through the process of setting up a simple course in Brightspace. We created a Gradebook, added a few Assignments and Quizzes, then brought everything together using the Content tool.
Refreshing your Brightspace course site
Summer 2022
In this workshop, we introduce several new strategies to present content in Brightspace. Using evidence-based learning science and design principles, we showcase strong examples of course site layout.
Creating your own teaching videos at home
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we discussed best use cases for integrating videos into your course and how to successfully use Loom.
Using Poll Everywhere
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we will demonstrate how to host live in-person and online activities using Poll Everywhere. We will review various activities like multiple choice quizzes and Q&A that function as brief, formative assessments in class.
Incorporating self-assessment activities into your course
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we will showcase auto-graded practice quizzes, self-check problems, and simulations as strategies for low risk, high reward self-study, and practice.
Brightspace: Administering Exams
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we will show you how to administer exams in Brightspace. We will cover creating and administering document-based exams, quizzes, and more.
Brightspace Grading
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we will show you how to make the most of the grading tools built into Brightspace. We will cover setting up the grade book, using annotation tools in assignments, and grading a document-based exam.
Digital Inclusive Teaching
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we will review opportunities for practical application and the future of accessibility in an ever-evolving digital sphere.
Brightspace: Getting Ready to Teach
Spring 2022
In this workshop, we walked through the process of setting up a simple course in Brightspace. We created a Gradebook, added a few Assignments and Quizzes, then brought everything together using the Content tool.
Teaching with an Inclusive Mindset
Brightspace: Administering Exams
Fall 2021
In this workshop, we will show you how to administer exams in Brightspace. We will cover creating and administering document-based exams, quizzes, and more.
Brightspace: Grading
Fall 2021
In this workshop, we will show you how to make the most of the grading tools built into Brightspace. We will cover setting up the grade book, using annotation tools in assignments, and grading a document-based exam.
Brightspace: Administering Exams
Fall 2021
In this workshop, we will show you how to administer exams in Brightspace. We will cover creating and administering document-based exams, quizzes, and more.
Brightspace: Grading
Fall 2021
In this workshop, we will show you how to make the most of the grading tools built into Brightspace. We will cover setting up the grade book, using annotation tools in assignments, and grading a document-based exam.