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Global Immediacy
Using Video Telephony to Bring Distant Guests into Your Classroom
Led by Bart Everson
November 19, 2009 / 12:15 - 2:30 PM
Whiteboard Meets Digital Age
Are you interested in finding out about inacterave whiteboards and Tablet PCs? Do you want to know how they are used in education?
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
November 4, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:45 PM
Service-Learning Showcase
discover how to make your project meaningful
Led by Dr. Mark Gstohl, Service-Learning Faculty in Residence
October 22, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Browse Better
Learn how to get the most out of the Firefox web browser
Led by Bart Everson
October 7, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Commenting on Student Writing
Bring your questions as well as your suggestions about commenting on student writing as we hear from our in-house resources.
Led by Dr. Jason Todd (Director, Writing Center) and Dr. Leslie Richardson (English/CAT)
October 5, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Using Assignment and Plagiarism Detection Tools
Learn how to use the Assignment tool to collect and manage assignments as well as use the SafeAssign tool to discourage plagiarism.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT) and Dr. Jason Todd (English)
September 30, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Increasing Productivity in Writing and Publishing
Leran tips from colleagues about ways to maintain your productivity.
Led by Dr. Gary Donladson (History) and Dr. Kathleen Morgan (Chemistry)
September 24, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Blackboard: Quizzes and Surveys - Part 2
Do you want to get feedback from your students or encourage them to read for class? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 21, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Blackboard: Posting Grades
Learn how to use Blackboard’s Grade Center to post your students grades online.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 14, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Writing to a Thesis:
Learn about a 15 - 30 minutes writing exercise that allows students to develop a thesis as well as brainstormed key points for further exploration.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue (English)
September 10, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Faculty Communities of Teaching Scholars (FaCTS)
This workshop will provide details about the FaCTS application and implementation procedures. Come learn more about FaCTS.
Led by Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT/Psychology)
September 9, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Quizzes and Surveys
Do you want to get feedback from your students or encourage them to read for class? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 2, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Blackboard: Enhanced Communications
Would you like to communicate with your students outside of class? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
August 27, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:45 PM
Getting Started with Blackboard
Would you like to post your syllabus and other course material online? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
August 24, 2009 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 21, 2009 / 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 20, 2009 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Getting Started with Blogging
Using WordPress.com
Led by Bart Everson
August 20, 2009 / Noon - 2:00 PM
Ten Things You Can Do to Screw Up Your Video Project
A fast-paced tour of common mistakes
Led by Jim Thiebaud (Media Services) and Bart Everson (CAT)
April 1, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Unleashing Its Power in the Classroom
Faculty will discuss how they use Blackboard in their courses.
Led by Dr. KiTani Parker-Johnson (Pharmacy), Dr. Adam Weaver (Pharmacy) and Janice Florent (CAT)
March 23, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Ocular Candy Mash
How to Create Visually Stunning Presentations Using Free and Legal Online Tools
Led by Bart Everson
March 18, 2009 / 2:30 - 4:30 PM
Utilizing Oral History in the Classroom
This workshop will discuss ways in which instructors can utilize oral history not only to enhance student’s interest and understanding of class material but to also enhance their critical thinking and writing skills.
Led by Dr. Steve Salm (History), Dr. Wendy Gaudin (History), and Dr. Ross Louis (CAT/CUR/Communications)
March 12, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Facebooking the Library
A Social Network Case Study
Led by Nancy Hampton (Library) and Bart Everson (CAT)
March 4, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Resources Old, Resources New, Resources Borrowed, XU Library and You
This workshop will highlight the resources and services available to Xavier faculty.
Led by Gennice King and Paula Singleton (Library)
February 19, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Is a Tablet PC Right for You?
Are you interested in knowing what a Tablet PC is and how they are used in education? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT) and Dr. Levon Bostanian (Pharmacy)
February 18, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Problems and Possibilities:
We invite faculty from all disciplines to attend this workshop on undergraduate research so that participants can share their ideas about best practices and methodologies that work.
Led by Nadia M. Lahutsky Ph.D. [Texas Christian University] and Mark A. Gstohl Ph.D. [Xavier University]
February 12, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Beyond Personal Anecdotes Regarding Classroom Management
We will discuss recent reasrch in the area of classroom management and student civility.
Led by Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT/Psychology)
February 4, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
CAT Social Hour
Please join us in CAT for first Social Hour of the semester.
February 4, 2009 / 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Beyond Jena
A Forum on Bloggers of Color, Education and Social Justice in New Orleans
Led by Dr. Kimberly Chandler (Communications) and Bart Everson (CAT)
January 31, 2009 / 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Using the Grade Center in Blackboard
In this workshop we will discuss the Grade Center which is a new feature in Bb version 8.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
January 28, 2009 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
BlackBoard Training
BlackBoard Training
Led by Janice Florent
January 27, 2009 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM
New Features in Blackboard version 8
Attend this workshop to learn about the new features of Blackboard version 8.0.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
January 15, 2009 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
CAT Holiday Open House
Give your eyes and hands a break from grading. Stop by CAT for some coffee, hot chocolate, and homemade goodies from your friendly CAT staff!
December 8, 2008 / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Advanced Classroom Assessment Techniques
This is a follow-up to our October workshop on classroom assessment techniques. Attending this workshop will increase your collection of assessment strategies.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology), Dr. Leslie Richardson (CAT, English)
November 13, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Faculty Communities of Teaching Scholars FaCTS Proposal Writing
Those interested in FaCTS are invited to bring their ideas and draft proposals to this informal workshop
Led by Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT/Psychology), Elizabeth Smith Rousselle (CAT/Languages) and Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
November 6, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Untangling the Social Web
Social Network Services Demystified
Led by Bart Everson
October 30, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Advanced Blackboard 2 (Bb 104)
Would you like to get more out of Blackboard? This workshop will cover some additional Blackboard features.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
October 22, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Advanced Blackboard 1 (Bb 103)
Would you like to get more out of Blackboard? This workshop will cover some additional Blackboard features.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
October 8, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Using Classroom Assessment Techniques to Enhance Learning
Based on the work of Angelo and Cross, this workshop will examine the value of assessing student performance throughout the learning process.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology)
October 2, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Faculty Communities of Teaching Scholars
This workshop will describe CAT's new, Mellon Foundation funded initiative called Faculty Communities of Teaching Scholars (FaCTS).
Led by Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT/Psychology), Elizabeth Smith Rousselle (CAT, Languages), and Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
October 1, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:20 PM
Intermediate Blackboard (Bb 102)
Would you like to get more out of Blackboard? This workshop will cover some additional Blackboard features.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 29, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Getting Started with Service-Learning
This workshop is designed to help faculty members who are considering service-learning in their courses for the first time.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Hammer (CAT), Dr. Ross Louis (Communications/CAT), Ms. Hazel Parker (CSLS), Ms. Typhanie Jasper-Butler (CSLS), Ms. Nedra Alcorn (Dean of Students), Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
September 25, 2008 / 12:15 PM - 01:05 AM
Blackboard Refresher
Has it been a while since you used Blackboard? If so, this workshop will give you a refresher on using Blackboard.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 24, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
New Features in SMART Board
Attend this workshop to learn about the new tools and features of Smart Board version 10 .
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 18, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Introduction to Blackboard (Bb 101)
Attend this workshop to get an overview of Blackboard.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
September 15, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
New Features in Blackboard
Attend this workshop to learn about the new features of Blackboard version 8.0.
Led by Janice Florent (CAT)
August 28, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 22, 2008 / 10:30 AM - noon
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 21, 2008 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Internationalizing Higher Education Institutions:
What does a commitment to global citizenship look like in a campus context?
Led by Dr. Yolanda Moses, Associate Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Excellence, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Riverside
May 9, 2008 / 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Successful Proposal Writing Workshop
Proposal Writing
Led by Dr. Kathleen Morgan (Chemistry/CUR)
April 10, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Preparing Our Students for a Global World
Discuss the importance of global citizenship for our students; Learn what Xavier is already doing in this area; Share ways that you cover these issues in your courses
Led by Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
April 2, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Social Hour
Social Hour
Led by CAT
April 2, 2008 / 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Undergraduate Scholarship as an Engaging Teaching Tool: Spotlight on Festival of Scholars and XULAneXUS
Discover how mentoring student research can improve your students' learning. Learn the why and how to participate inFestival of Scholars. Get to know the XULAneXUS submission and editorial guidelines
Led by Dr. Gary Donaldson (History/CUR), Dr. Ross Louis (Cummunications/CUR)
March 6, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Smart Board 103
This workshop will cover some advanced features of using a Smart Board / Smart Sympodium. This workshop is the third in the Smart Board series.
Led by Ms. Janice Florent (CAT)
March 5, 2008 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Curriculum Conversation
Core Curriculum Proposal.
Led by Open Discussion
March 3, 2008 / 4:00 - 4:50 PM
Curriculum Conversation
Core Curriculum Proposal.
Led by Open Discussion
February 28, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Best Practices in Classroom Management
Encouraging Student Civility Part II
Led by Mike Adams (Chemistry), Wendy Gaudin (History) and Elliott Hammer (Psychology)
February 27, 2008 / 3:30 PM - 04:30 AM
Jumpstarting Your Pedagogical Research to Optimize Teaching & Learning
What is optimal teaching?
Led by Regan A. R. Gurung, Ph. D. [University of Wisconsin Green Bay] and Beth M. Schwartz, Ph.D. [Randolph College]
February 21, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Infusing a Global Perspective in Our Courses: Students as Global Citizens
Discuss the importance of global citizenship for our students; Learn what Xavier is already doing in this area; Share ways that you cover these issues in your courses
Led by Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science), Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT/Psychology)
February 14, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Smart Board 102
This workshop will cover some advanced features of using a Smart Board / Smart Sympodium. This workshop is the second in the Smart Board series.
Led by Ms. Janice Florent (CAT)
February 13, 2008 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Atwitter About Twitter
Next Big Thing or Dumbest Thing Ever?
Led by Bart Everson
January 30, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Smart Board 101
This workshop will get you started with the basics of using a Smart Board / Smart Sympodium.
Led by Ms. Janice Florent (CAT)
January 25, 2008 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Energize Your Classes with Active Learning Assignments
Energize Your Classes with Active Learning Assignments
Led by Dr. Dominique Gendrin (Communications) and Dr. Cori Brock (Pharmacy)
January 23, 2008 / 3:30 - 4:20 PM
Teaching with Smart Board and Smart Sympodium
This workshop will explain what an interactive whiteboard is and will showcase how Xavier faculty use it in the classroom.
Led by Dr. Tom Wiese (Pharmacy), Ms. Janice Florent (CAT)
January 17, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Creating an Atmosphere of Respect from Day One
Learn how to decrease student incivility in the classroom , Explore ways of dealing with incivility when it does arise, Share your examples with (and get advice from) th epanel
Led by TBA
January 10, 2008 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
January 8, 2008 / 10:30 AM - noon
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
January 8, 2008 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
So You’re Thinking About Service Learning?
This workshop is for those who are thinking about incorporating service learning assignments into their courses as well as those who are looking to enhance their on-going activities.
Led by Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology), Donna Robinson (Pharmacy) and Kimberly Reese (Office of Service Learning)
November 14, 2007 / 3:30 - 4:20 PM
Getting Your Students Published
This informational session will introduce faculty to XULAneXUS’ revised publication and editorial process.
Led by Dr. Ross Louis (Communications); Dr. Leslie Richardson (English/CAT); Dr. Elliott Hammer (Psychology)
November 1, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
New Media and Community Activism in Post-Katrina New Orleans
A panel discussion with five local bloggers
Led by Bart Everson
October 23, 2007 / 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Using Learning Communities in STEM Disciplines
Dr. Orlando Taylor, the Vice Provost for Research and Dean of the Graduate School at Howard University will be leading this workshop.
Led by Dr. Orlando Taylor, Vice Provost for Research, Dean of Graduate School, Howard University
October 23, 2007 / 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Facilitating Class Discussions
Come learn (and share) some strategies to increase student engagement through effective class discussions.
Led by Dr. Leslie Richardson (CAT, English) and Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
October 17, 2007 / 3:30 - 4:20 PM
Media, Communication and Community
Private and Public Interests in Rebuilding New Orleans
October 17, 2007 / 5:30 - 7:30 PM
CAT Social Hour
Share your wisdom, and your questions, with your colleagues
October 3, 2007 / 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Strategies to Increase Active Learning in Large Classes
Teaching a large class presents unique challenges. Explore the use of classroom assessment techniques to increase active learning in large classes.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology)
September 28, 2007 / 1:00 - 01:00 AM
Using In-Class Group Work to Promote Active Learning
Come learn (and share) some effective group work strategies to increase student engagement and active learning in your classes.
Led by Dr. Wendy Gaudin (History), and Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology)
September 27, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Assessment Doesn’t Have to Be a Bad Word
Tired of waiting until the first exam to see if students are getting it? Come learn (and share) some low-preparation assessment techniques.
Led by Dr. Leslie Richardson (English, CAT), and Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology)
September 12, 2007 / 3:30 - 4:20 PM
CAT Social Hour
Wine, cheese, and conversation
September 5, 2007 / 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Seven Attributes of Successful New Faculty
Discover the Secrets of Effective New Professors
Led by Dr. Shubha Ireland (Biology), Dr. Elizabeth Rousselle (Languages, CAT), and Dr. Elizabeth Yost Hammer (CAT, Psychology)
August 30, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 21, 2007 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
New Faculty Orientation
Engaging the Xavier Student, Positive Learning Experiences at Xavier
August 17, 2007 / 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Respondus and Respondus LockDown Browser Workshop
Use Respondus for multiple choice, true/false, and short-answer questions for your final exam!
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
April 25, 2007 / 11:00 AM - noon
Sexuality in the Classroom
Discuss your experiences and concerns about sexual boundaries in the academic environment, for you AND your students!
Led by Dr. Gena Valentine (Psychology)
April 17, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
CAT Social Hour
Share your wisdom, and your questions, with your colleagues
Led by Dr. Leslie Richardson
April 17, 2007 / 3:30 - 05:00 AM
Learning Another Language as a Misunderstood Concept
Come explore the process of learning another mode of cultural expression.
Led by Drs. Elizabeth Rousselle, Karen Becnel Moore, Susan Spillman, and Brother Herman Johnson
April 12, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Cloning--An Easily Misunderstood Concept
Come enhance your knowledge about the complexity of cloning.
April 11, 2007 / 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Active Learning
Come discuss strategies for creating a learning-centered classroom environment
Led by Cori Brock and Leslie Richardson
April 3, 2007 / 12:15 PM - 01:05 AM
Collaborative Authoring
A crash course in some tools for sharing text
Led by Bart Everson
March 29, 2007 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
CAT Social Hour
Share your wisdom, and your questions, with your colleagues
March 6, 2007 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Transforming Student Learning for a Global Society
How can we make our students citizens of the world?
Led by Sr. Dr. Jamie Phelps and Dr. Elizabeth Rousselle
February 27, 2007 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
CAT Social Hour
Share your wisdom, and your questions, with your colleagues
January 23, 2007 / 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Grants 101: Professional Grant Proposal Writing Workshop
Participants will learn the entire proposal writing process.
January 10, 2007 / 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Smart Board
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November 30, 2006 / 12:15 PM - 01:00 AM
Using del.icio.us
Learn how to store your bookmarks on the web.
Led by Bart Everson
November 30, 2006 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Our Bog Is Dood
What do we mean when we talk about religious diversity in the classroom?
Led by Dr. Richard Collins (English)
November 16, 2006 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
It's Not Personal
Five veteran Xavier faculty members will offer a workhop on the intricacies of conducting classroom discussions on sensitive domestic and international political topics.
Led by Dr. Elliott Hammer (Psychology), Dr. David Lanoue (English), Dr. Biljana Obradovic (English), Dr. William Serban (Political Science), and Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
November 9, 2006 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Bridging Social Divides in the Classroom
Dr. Wendy Gaudin (Hist) and Dr. Dominique Gendrin (Comm) will lead an open discussion on bridging racial, ethnic, and cultural divisions within the classroom.
Led by Dr. Wendy Gaudin (History) and Dr. Dominique Gendrin (Communications)
October 26, 2006 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
October 25, 2006 / 10:15 - 11:45 AM
Service Learning Workshop
Learn how to enhance student learning through community service.
Led by Dr. Catherine Ludlum Foos
October 20, 2006 / 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
October 4, 2006 / 10:15 - 11:45 AM
New Faculty Orientation
The day-long series of presentations and workshops is designed to welcome new faculty while providing them with tools, resources, and people-contacts to ensure a successful first year.
Led by Dr. David G. Lanoue, professor of English and CAT faculty-in-residence
September 5, 2006 / 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Your Hurricane Plan and Blackboard (2)
This workshop explores ways for teaching and learning to continue in the event of another Katrina-like storm.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes, Library
July 20, 2006 / 3:00 - 3:50 PM
Your Hurricane Plan and Blackboard
This workshop explores ways for teaching and learning to continue in the event of another Katrina-like storm.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes, Educational Technology Specialist
July 19, 2006 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Clay Therapy & BBQ
Get your hands dirty and relieve some stress!
July 15, 2006 / 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Web Publishing 102
Picks up where 101 left off.
Led by Alan Gutierrez of Think New Orleans
July 8, 2006 / 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Web Publishing 101
Get started on the web.
Led by Alan Gutierrez of Think New Orleans
July 1, 2006 / 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Lemonade from Lemons
An interdisciplinary roundtable on Hurricane Katrina projects and assignments across the curriculum.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue, Professor of English and CAT Faculty-in-Residence
March 28, 2006 / 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Pausing at Midterm
A brown-bag discussion of how to gauge how well students are learning, and how well we are teaching, at mid-semester.
Led by Dr. Todd Stanislav, Biology Dept. and CAT Director
March 17, 2006 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
Most Difficult Concepts: Globalization
This second installment in our ''Most Difficult Concepts'' brownbag series explores the meaning of, and misconceptions about, globalization.
Led by Dr. Amy Bellone Hite, Sociology Dept.
October 13, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Mid-Course Correction
A workshop on designing and using midterm evaluations to improve teaching and learning.
Led by Dr. Elliott Hammer (Psychology) and Dr. Todd Stanislav (Biology and CAT)
October 4, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Beyond Coverage
An innovative approach that replaces ''coverage'' with ''uncoverage'' ... with practical demonstrations of what this means.
Led by Dr. Lendol Calder, Augustana College; Carnegie Scholar, the Carnegie Academy for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
September 24, 2005 / 9:00 - 11:30 AM
The Road Ahead
A luncheon talk that focuses on new challenges, the dominant movements for reform, and the scholarship of teaching.
Led by Dr. Lendol Calder, Augustana College; Carnegie Scholar, the Carnegie Academy for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
September 23, 2005 / 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Most Difficult Concepts: Race
This first installment in our ''Most Difficult Concepts'' brownbag series explores race from scientific and cultural perspectives.
Led by Dr. Wendy Gaudin, History Dept.
September 15, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
September 8, 2005 / 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 19, 2005 / 10:00 - 11:45 AM
How to Hit the Road Running
This 2-hour session is designed to help faculty get started with Blackboard, undergraduate research opportunities, and Library resources.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue, professor of English and CAT faculty-in-residence
August 18, 2005 / 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
New Faculty Orientation
A day of welcoming and preparation for successful teaching at Xavier.
Led by Dr. David G. Lanoue, professor of English and CAT faculty-in-residence
August 15, 2005 / 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
CAT Colloquium: Research and Teaching Communities
A showcase of recent projects in the Communities Initiative.
Led by Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore, Political Science Chair
April 21, 2005 / 2:40 - 3:55 PM
A Conversation With New Faculty
A luncheon discussion with new faculty on challenges faced in their first year and suggestions for ways to improve CAT support.
Led by Dr. Todd Stanislav (Biology Dept. and CAT Director)
April 15, 2005 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
How We Retain More Students by Intervening Earlier
How can you jump-start your retention efforts before problems arise?
Led by Beth Richter and Richard Miller
April 12, 2005 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM
The Role and Future of Communication Studies at Xavier University
A CAT-supported research committee reports its findings on the Communication Studies discipline at Xavier.
Led by Dr. Ross M. Louis, Communications Dept.
April 7, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Senior Comps 2
This follow-up to the panel discussion of March 1st allows faculty to explore the issue of senior comprehensives with greater depth.
Led by Dr. Thomas Bonner, Jr. (English Dept.)
April 4, 2005 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
Social Justice Responses to the 'Obesity Epidemic'
LeBesco will examine popular culture depictions of fatness as a disability, fat activism, and other aspects of our present “obesity epidemic.”
Led by Professor Katie Lebesco, Marymount Manhattan College
April 1, 2005 / 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
CAT Colloquium: Rich Media
A showcase of recent projects in rich media.
Led by Bart Everson, Multimedia Artist, the Center for the Advancement of Teaching
March 30, 2005 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
Difficult Personalities in the Classroom
Improving interactions with confrontational, hostile, and apathetic students.
Led by Dr. Melissa Hopson-Sparks (Communications), Dr. Dominique Gendrin (Communications), and Mr. Joseph Byrd (Student Services)
March 17, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
CAT Colloquium: Course Portfolio and Teaching and Learning Inquiry Groups
A showcase of recent projects: the benchmark course portfolio and the inquiry into teaching and learning groups.
Led by Dr. Paul Schafer (Philosophy) and Dr. Robert Berman (Phiosophy)
March 9, 2005 / 4:00 - 4:50 PM
30 Minute Bb Training using the Assignment Feature
A 30 minute workshop designed to demonstrate the assignment feature in Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
March 9, 2005 / 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Senior Comps
An interdisciplinary panel considers various models for senior comprehensive exams.
Led by Dr. Thomas Bonner, Jr., English Chair
March 1, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Xavier From a Distance
In this luncheon talk, former English chair Dr. Michele Levy reflects on Xavier's past and future.
Led by Dr. Michele Levy, Professor of English and Director of the Cultural Studies Task Force, North Carolina A & T State University
February 21, 2005 / 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Active Learning and Critical Thinking
This workshop explores ways to develop their critical thinking both in class and out of class.
Led by Dr. Michele Levy, Professor of English and Director of the Cultural Studies Task Force, North Carolina A & T State University
February 19, 2005 / 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Plunging into the Fray
This workshop explores ways to use debate to increase student involvement and critical thinking.
Led by Stephanie J. Thomson (Communications Dept.), Melissa Hopson Sparks (Communications Dept.), and Amy Bellone-Hite (Sociology Dept.)
February 1, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
CAT Colloquium: Media and Methods
A showcase of recent projects that use technology to enhance instruction.
Led by Dr. Gayna Stevens-Credle
January 26, 2005 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
January 19, 2005 / 12:00 - 12:50 PM
What We've Learned After One Semester at Xavier
An opportunity to share, reflect, question, and plan.
Led by Dr.s David Lanoue (English) and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
January 13, 2005 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Wiki Wiki
What in the World is a Wiki?
Led by Bart Everson
November 29, 2004 / Noon - 1:00 PM
HBCU Attrition (II)
A summary of research on retention at HBCUs.
Led by Dr. Beverly Mason (Sociology) and Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
November 17, 2004 / 2:00 - 2:50 PM
HBCU Attrition (I)
A summary of research on retention at HBCUs.
Led by Dr. Beverly Mason (Sociology) and Dr. Pamela Waldron-Moore (Political Science)
November 15, 2004 / 2:00 - 2:50 PM
Feeding Frenzy
Or, what are those little orange XML buttons?
Led by Bart Everson
November 15, 2004 / Noon - 1:00 PM
Classroom to Publication
A discussion of how to use one's classes to gather data for scholarly publications.
Led by Dr. Bruce Danner (English) and Dr. Nicole Greene (English)
November 3, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Learning Groups
A longer, follow-up to the ''Learning Groups'' workshop on 10/14.
Led by Dr. Paul McCreary (Math)
October 26, 2004 / 3:00 - 4:50 PM
Follow-up to Kevin Barry
A panel of faculty shares improvements in their teaching, inspired by last semester's workshops led by Dr. Kevin Barry of Notre Dame University.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue (English and CAT), Dr. Howard Mielke (Pharmacy), and Dr. Paul Schafer (Philosophy)
October 21, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Saving Dollars and Making Sense
This teleconference presents an effective and efficient model for distance learning.
Led by Dallas TeleLearning: Professional Development Seminars on Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century
October 21, 2004 / 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Student Research
Ways of increasing student research opportunities in individual courses and in the curriculum.
Led by Dr. Mary Crowe, Director, Center for Undergraduate Research
October 18, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Presentation Skills
A workshop on developing quality presentation skills.
Led by Dr. Patricia Lieveld (Pharmacy)
October 16, 2004 / 9:00 AM - noon
Learning Groups
Tips for incorporating group work across the disciplines.
Led by Dr. Paul McCreary (Mathematics)
October 14, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Mid-Course Correction
A workshop on designing and using midterm evaluations to improve teaching and learning.
Led by Dr. Elliott Hammer (Psychology) and Dr. Todd Stanislav (Biology and CAT)
October 11, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Faculty Participation in the Center for the Advancement of Teaching, 1998-2004
The CAT has maintained data since 1998 on submission and approval of faculty proposals. Come hear about an analysis of this data.
Led by V. J. DuRapau, Jr. (Mathematics) and Todd Stanislav (Biology, CAT)
October 7, 2004 / 10:50 AM - 12:05 PM
Library Tips
A demonstration and discussion of Library tools.
Led by Adrienne Webber, Assistant Director for Access Services, Library
October 6, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Nurturing Your Idea
A discussion of ways to nurture ideas to develop and implement a plan for a research or creative project.
Led by Dr. Mary Crowe, Director, Center for Undergraduate Research
September 29, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Geeks Gone Wild
A workshop on using movie clips to spark student interest and stimulate discussion.
Led by Dr. Michael Homan (Theology) and Dr. Mark Gstohl (Theology)
September 27, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Blackboard
A discussion of the hows and whys of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes, Educational Technology Support/Distance Learning Specialist, Library
September 8, 2004 / Noon - 12:50 PM
Help Session
Feedback is available for all who would like to submit a proposal in response to the Center's current Request for Proposals.
Led by CAT faculty and staff, and Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes (Library)
September 2, 2004 / 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 20, 2004 / 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 19, 2004 / 2:00 - 3:30 PM
New Faculty Orientation
A day of welcoming and preparation for successful teaching at Xavier.
Led by Dr. David G. Lanoue, professor of English and CAT faculty-in-residence
August 16, 2004 / 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Blackboard: Gradebook
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 17, 2004 / 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Blackboard: Gradebook
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 16, 2004 / 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Test Manager
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 15, 2004 / 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Blackboard: Pool Manager
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 14, 2004 / 5:37 - 5:37 PM
Blackboard: Intermediate Skills
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 3, 2004 / 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Intermediate Skills
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 2, 2004 / 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Blackboard: Basics and Beyond
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
June 1, 2004 / 2:00 - 4:30 PM
Blackboard: Basics and Beyond
Offering on-on-one consultations with faculty on the use of Blackboard.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
May 31, 2004 / 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Webcast
A live, interactive videoconference between students from Long Beach High School on Long Island, students in Amann, Jordan and Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abullah (Queen of Jordan)
May 11, 2004 / 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Blogs
And the Blogging Bloggers Who Blog Them
Led by Bart Everson
April 22, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Help Session
Feedback is available for all who would like to submit a proposal--RFPs due April 23.
Led by CAT Staff and Faculty-in-Residence
April 20, 2004 / 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Help Session
Feedback is available for all who would like to submit a proposal--RFPs due April 23.
Led by CAT Staff and Faculty-in-Residence
April 19, 2004 / 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Am I Getting an A?
A discussion of assessment, grades, and grade inflation.
Led by Drs. Deany Cheramie and Violet Bryan (English Dept.)
April 7, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Searching and Thinking
A hands-on workshop to bring faculty up-to-date on library resources and ways to include them in their classes.
Led by Adrienne Webber, Assistant Director for Access Services, Library
April 1, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:05 PM
Creating Engaged Learning Environments for Today’s Students: A Live Teleconference for Faculty and Administrators
As our student population changes, research has shown that innovative instructional strategies are crucial in helping students succeed. This teleconference focuses on proven pedagogies that work in the classroom.
Led by Jim Burns (University of South Carolina), James Groccia (Auburn University), Suzanne Hamid (Lee University), and Constance Staley (University of Colorado at Colorado Springs)
March 25, 2004 / 12:00 - 2:00 PM
March Blackboard Training
Every Thursday this March.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
March 25, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Assessing Student Learning
Course Portfolio Working Group Participants, old and new, share approaches to learning assessment.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue (English Dept.) and Guests
March 23, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:15 PM
March Blackboard Training
Every Thursday this March.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
March 18, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
What's In the Student Handbook Anyway?
A discussion of classroom discipline.
Led by Joseph K. Byrd, VP of Student Services
March 17, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
March Blackboard Training
Every Thursday this March.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
March 11, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Faculty Presentation
Dr. V. J. Durapau, Jr. of the Math Department applies survival analysis methodology to examine risk factors contributing to student failure to successfully complete a first semester undergraduate course in Calculus.
Led by Dr. V. J. Durapau, Jr., Math Department
March 11, 2004 / 10:50 AM - 12:05 PM
E-Moderating
Developing and Managing On-line Discussions
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes (Library), Dr. Deborah Bordelon (Division of Education), Dr. Stephanie Thomson (Dept. of Communications)
March 10, 2004 / 12:00 - 2:00 PM
TLTR
A forum bringing together faculty, administrators, and ITC staff to share ideas on technology issues that impact teaching and student learning.
Led by Dr. Todd Stanislav, Biology Dept. and CAT Director
March 9, 2004 / 3:00 - 4:00 PM
March Blackboard Training
Every Thursday this March.
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
March 4, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Blackboard and Learning
A Discussion of How Blackboard Can Be Used to Improve Student Learning
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes
February 18, 2004 / Noon - 1:00 PM
Future Prospects for Team-Taught Courses
Come discuss opportunities and issues related to team-taught courses at Xavier.
Led by Dr. Todd Stanislav (Biology Department and Center for the Advancement of Teaching)
February 13, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Cheating Across the Curriculum
A discussion of plagiarism and cheating: What can we do about it individually and institutionally?
Led by Dr. Jay Ciaffa, Philosophy Dept.
February 12, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:15 PM
Beyond Lecture
This workshop answers the question: How can I foster active learning when there's so much to cover?
Led by Dr. Lanny Foss, College of Pharmacy and Mr. Ron Bechet, Art Dept.
February 3, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Educating the ‘Netgen’
A teleconference that explores the characteristics of the next generation of learners, the uses of technology to support these learners, and the learning styles that may signal different instructional needs.
Led by Dr. Diana Oblinger, Executive Director for Higher Education, Microsoft Corporation
January 29, 2004 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Don't Throw Away That Test!
A workshop on ways to use old exams to enhance student learning.
Led by Dr. Kris Norenberg, Biology Dept.
January 28, 2004 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
January 23, 2004 / 3:00 - 4:30 PM
You Can't Memorize How to Think
The intent of this workshop is to promote a focus on critical thinking as a teaching and learning philosophy. Participants will hear about, discuss, and generate some new ways of handling class meetings and assessment.
Led by Dr. Elliott Hammer, Psychology Dept.
January 21, 2004 / 3:00 - 5:00 PM
What We've Learned After One Semester at Xavier
An opportunity to share, reflect, question, and plan.
Led by Dr.s David Lanoue (English) and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
January 15, 2004 / 12:15 - 1:15 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
January 9, 2004 / 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
January 8, 2004 / 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Teaching Well With Technology
Dr. Kevin Barry, Assistant Director of Notre Dame University's Center for Teaching and Learning, demonstrates various technologies as they apply to student learning.
Led by Dr. Kevin Barry, Assistant Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, Notre Dame University
January 7, 2004 / 9:00 - 11:30 AM
Do You ‘See’ What I ‘See’?
This workshop will investigate instructor verbal and nonverbal immediacy communication behaviors that affect student learning and willingness to communicate.
Led by Drs. Dominique Gendrin and Stephanie Thomson, Xavier U. Communications Department
January 6, 2004 / 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Teaching Well, Saving Time
Dr. Kevin Barry, Assistant Director of Notre Dame University's Center for Teaching and Learning, leads this workshop that explores the assignment-centered course design concept and alternative uses of time and space.
Led by Dr. Kevin Barry, Assistant Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning, Notre Dame University
January 6, 2004 / 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Blackboard Training
Let BB help you manage your course!
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Moore Rhodes
December 15, 2003 / 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Teaching for Strategic Learning
An archive of the November 13, 2003 live teleconference featuring two of the nation’s leading experts on classroom teaching/learning and student motivation.
Led by Dr. Wilbert McKeachie, author of “Teaching Tips” and Dr. Claire Ellen Weinstein, author of “The Learning and Study Strategies Inventory”
November 22, 2003 / 1:00 - 1:00 PM
Teaching for Strategic Learning
This live teleconference will be filled with lots of practical tips and examples on motivating students and promoting learning.
Led by Dr. Wilbert McKeachie, author of “Teaching Tips” and Dr. Claire Ellen Weinstein, author of “The Learning and Study Strategies Inventory”
November 13, 2003 / 12:30 - 2:00 PM
PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor
What is PHP?
Led by Bart Everson (CAT)
November 5, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Undergraduates as Classroom Teachers
Advice and guidance on how to initiate programs involving undergraduates as classroom teachers.
Led by Drs. Mike Adams and Ann Privett (Associate professors of Chemistry)
October 30, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Proposal Help Session II
Bring your questions and ideas regarding proposals for projects associated with the Center's most recent Request for Proposals
October 28, 2003 / 1:00 PM - 02:30 AM
Mid-Course Correction
Mid-course evaluations provide valuable feedback that allows the instructor to make strategic changes.
Led by Dr. David Lanoue
October 23, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:15 PM
Faculty Videomakers at Xavier
Production on a shoestring
Led by Dr. John Marszalek, Counseling Program - Division of Education; MaPó Kinnord, Art
October 22, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Proposal Help Session I
Bring your questions and ideas regarding proposals for projects associated with the Center's most recent Request for Proposals
October 22, 2003 / 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Blackboard and Learning
A Discussion of How Blackboard Can Be Used to Improve Student Learning
Led by Dr. David Lanoue
October 16, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Extensible Markup Language
What is XML?
Led by Bart Everson (CAT)
October 15, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Writing and Evaluating Essay Questions and Responses
Come learn about composing and grading essay questions, with an eye on national standards.
Led by Dr. Tom Bonner (Professor and Chair, English Department)
October 9, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Writing and Evaluating Essay Questions and Responses
Come learn about composing and grading essay questions, with an eye on national standards.
Led by Dr. Tom Bonner (Professor and Chair, English Department)
October 8, 2003 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
September 29, 2003 / 12:00 - 12:45 PM
The Workings of Team Teaching
Four faculty members share their recent experiences of teaching team-taught courses.
Led by Drs. Deborah Bordelon (Education), Nancy Martino (Communications), Robert Berman (Philosophy), and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
September 24, 2003 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Classroom Tools: Student response devices
Two systems will be discussed and one demonstrated with audience participation.
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle,Ph.D.
September 22, 2003 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Extensible HyperText Markup Language
What is XHTML and why should you use it?
Led by Bart Everson (CAT)
September 17, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
How PowerPoint Made Me More Interesting
Dr. Homan's other suggestion for the title was, ''PowerPoint's Miraculous Ability to Enable a Middle-Aged Fat Guy to More Effectively Communicate with Teenagers.'' Need we say more?
Led by Dr. Michael Homan (Theology Department)
September 8, 2003 / 12:00 - 12:45 PM
Classroom Tools: SMART Board
Now you can do even more with the SMART Board. Come see what's new!
Led by Gayna Stevens-Credle and Janice Florent
September 5, 2003 / 12:00 - 12:45 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
September 5, 2003 / 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Classroom Management
This will be an informal discussion about issues related to classroom management.
Led by Dr. Ronald Dorris (Professor, African American Studies Program and English Department) and Dr. Tuajuanda Jordan (Associate Professor, Chemistry Department and Acting Associate Dean, College of Arts and Sciences)
September 4, 2003 / 4:15 - 5:00 PM
Classroom Tools: SMART Board
Now you can do even more with the SMART Board. Come see what's new!
Led by Gayna Stevens-Credle and Janice Florent
September 4, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Redesigning the Xavier Website
An informal chat with the University's Web Developer
Led by P.J. Christie, University Web Developer
September 3, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 22, 2003 / 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Electronic Conferencing
This workshop is designed to promote the use of electronic text-based conference systems and generate awareness of successful methods and techniques for course related activities.
Led by Gayna Stevens-Credle
August 22, 2003 / 1:30 - 2:30 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 21, 2003 / 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Faculty Forum on the War in Iraq
Join us for a dialogue about the war, its causes, and potential consequences.
Led by Charles Baquet, Moderator
April 1, 2003 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
A Guide to Publishing
Dr. Gary Donaldson (History Department) will discuss the ins and outs of book publishing.
Led by Dr. Gary Donaldson, Professor of History
March 27, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Slavery in New Orleans and its Aftermath
Panel Discussion with Kalamu YaSalaam, Gwendolyn Midlo Hall, and Raphael Cassimere
March 25, 2003 / 7:30 - 11:00 PM
Introduction to BlackBoard
Learn the basics and a bit more about BlackBoard
Led by Ed Huffman, Instructional Technologist
March 11, 2003 / 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Introduction to BlackBoard
Learn the basics and a bit more about BlackBoard
Led by Ed Huffman, Instructional Technologist
March 11, 2003 / 2:30 - 3:30 PM
Introduction to BlackBoard
Learn the basics and a bit more about BlackBoard
Led by Ed Huffman, Instructional Technologist
March 10, 2003 / 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Introduction to BlackBoard
Learn the basics and a bit more about BlackBoard
Led by Ed Huffman, Instructional Technologist
March 10, 2003 / 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Flight or Fight?
This forum will attempt to answer the question: What motivates Xavier students to succeed academically?
Led by Drs. Pamela Waldron-Moore and Dominique Gendrin, Ms. Amanda Brown, and Ms. Sharvon Pipkins (Departments of Political Science and Communications)
February 26, 2003 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Integrating Courses In Business Education
This workshop will present a case method of instruction for integrating a set of business courses.
Led by Drs. Amaresh Das and Anil Kukreja, Ms. Elizabeth Broussard, and Mr. Brian Jones (Business Department)
February 13, 2003 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
Gender/Women's Studies Program
An opportunity to discuss the place of an interdisciplinary gender studies minor at Xavier
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Rousselle (Languages), César Briceño (Spanish major) Gavin Lewis (Sociology major), Maricel Martinez (Spanish major), and Byron Williams (History major)
February 3, 2003 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Meeting the Challenge
An overview of characteristics of learning disabilities, relevant laws, teaching strategies, accommodations, and modifications will be provided.
Led by Drs. Deborah Bordelon, Theresa Rheams, and Rosalind Hale (Education)
February 1, 2003 / 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Luncheon with Mr. Leonard Pitts
A great opportunity to meet columnist and author Mr. Leonard Pitts
January 30, 2003 / 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
You Can't Memorize How to Think
The intent of this workshop is to promote a focus on critical thinking as a teaching and learning philosophy. Participants will hear about, discuss, and generate some new ways of handling class meetings and assessment.
Led by Dr. Elliott Hammer, Xavier University Psychology Department
January 22, 2003 / 3:00 - 5:00 PM
What We've Learned After One Semester at Xavier
An informal discussion of our first-semester experiences
Led by Drs. Jonathan Rotondo-McCord (History) and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
January 13, 2003 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Prior Knowledge Assessment
Come discuss ways to integrate an assessment of prior knowledge INTO your teaching
November 19, 2002 / 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Proposal Help Session III
Bring your questions and ideas regarding the Center's current request for proposals
November 16, 2002 / 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Editing a Literary Magazine
Hilda Raz will talk about what makes a literary journal and how to publish our writing for others to read.
November 13, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Proposal Help Session II
Bring your questions and ideas regarding the Center's current request for proposals
November 5, 2002 / 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
November 4, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Proposal Help Session I
Bring your questions and ideas regarding the Center's new Technology-Enhanced Curriculum initiative
October 18, 2002 / 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
October 3, 2002 / 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
October 2, 2002 / 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Prior Knowledge Assessment
Prior knowledge assessment is the logical first step in cognitive learning. If we believe that learners construct their knowledge based on what they already know, then as teachers we should begin with an assessment of students' prior knowledge.
Led by Dr. Sonia Gonsalves, Associate Professor of Psychology, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
September 21, 2002 / 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
September 13, 2002 / 3:00 - 4:30 PM
New Features in SMART Board
Attend to hear explanations about the tools and features add by the last two software upgrades.
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle and Janice Florent
August 28, 2002 / 3:00 - 3:45 PM
Teaching with SMART Board
Basic SMART Board features will be demonstrated. For detailed instruction on board features please attend the related SMART workshop. For detailed instruction on board features please attend therelated SMART workshop.
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle
August 23, 2002 / 2:45 - 3:15 PM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 23, 2002 / 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Teaching with SMART Board
Basic SMART Board features will be demonstrated. For detailed instruction on board features please attend the related SMART workshop. For detailed instruction on board features please attend therelated SMART workshop.
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle
August 22, 2002 / 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Electronic Classroom Orientation
Are you thinking about using an Electronic Classroom or the Teaching Lab on an ad hoc basis? If so, this workshop is for you.
Led by Janice Florent
August 22, 2002 / 9:30 - 11:00 AM
The WebBoard Primer
This workshop is appropriate for novice board users and faculty who wish to sharpenWebBoard Conferenc skills.
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle
August 21, 2002 / 1:00 - 2:00 PM
RFP Help Session
Get help writing your proposal for one of the Center's current initiatives
April 29, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
No Child Left Behind: Bush's Education Policy
Are you ready for the fallout?
April 17, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Wine, Cheese, and RFPs
No less than seven requests for proposals will be issued at this event.
April 15, 2002 / 2:30 - 5:00 PM
Designing Essay Questions and Grading Criteria
A mini-workshop for all Xavier faculty members
Led by Dr. Nicole P. Greene (English Department)
April 2, 2002 / 12:15 - 1:30 PM
Where are we going? Part III
A continuing discussion of issues related to teaching with technology at Xavier
Led by Dr. V. J. DuRapau, Jr. (Mathematics Department)
March 21, 2002 / 2:45 - 4:00 PM
Faculty Mentoring at Xavier
Strengthening and Enriching New Efforts at Mentoring
Led by Dr. Shubha Kale-Ireland (Biology Department)
March 18, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Where are we going? Part II
A continuing discussion of issues related to teaching with technology at Xavier
Led by V. J. DuRapau, Jr., Professor, Department of Mathematics
March 7, 2002 / 2:45 - 4:00 PM
Where are we? Where are we going? And why?
Come discuss issues related to teaching with technology at Xavier
Led by V. J. DuRapau, Jr., Professor, Department of Mathematics
February 28, 2002 / 2:45 - 4:00 PM
Innovations in Teaching
An informal discussion of faculty members' innovative approaches to teaching and student learning
Led by Drs. Beverly Mason (Sociology) and Bill Whalen (Biology)
February 22, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
International Education Across the Curriculum
This workshop will present faculty with ideas for introducing international understanding INTO courses
Led by Drs. Pamela Waldron-Moore, William Serban, and Olethia Davis
February 21, 2002 / 4:15 - 6:15 PM
Faculty Mentoring at Xavier
Strengthening and Enriching New Efforts at Mentoring
Led by Dr. Shubha Kale-Ireland (Biology)
February 18, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Videoconference Room Training
Learn all about the upgraded facilities in NCF 130
February 4, 2002 / 2:00 - 3:00 PM
What We've Learned After One Semester at Xavier
An informal discussion of our first-semester experiences
Led by Drs. Jonathan Rotondo-McCord (History) and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
January 29, 2002 / 12:15 - 1:00 PM
What We've Learned After One Semester at Xavier
An informal discussion of our first-semester experiences
Led by Drs. Jonathan Rotondo-McCord (History) and Todd Stanislav (Biology)
January 28, 2002 / 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Two-Day Nonviolence Core Training
An intensive, experiential introduction to the steps and principles of Kingian Nonviolence
Led by Eric White, Sylvia Spears Peters
January 19, 2002 / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Proposal Help Session
Get your proposal in shape
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle and Bart Everson
January 17, 2002 / 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Teaching with Smart Board
Demonstration of smart board features
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle PhD
January 11, 2002 / 11:15 - 11:45 AM
Teaching with Smart Board
Demonstration of board features
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle PhD
January 10, 2002 / 2:45 - 3:15 PM
WebBoard Conference Review
Will review WebBoard basics
Led by Gayna Stevens Credle Ph.D
January 9, 2002 / 2:00 - 3:00 PM
E-Moderating
Developing and Managing On-line Discussions
Led by Ms. Elizabeth Rhodes, CAT & Dr. Deborah Bordelon, Division of Education
November 28, 2001 / 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Multiple Choice Questions, Examinations, and Test Banks
Practical considerations for faculty who use multiple-choice exams.
Led by Dr. John Sevenair, Professor of Chemistry
October 30, 2001 / 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Teams and Team Assignments
Formulas for Success, Recipes for Disaster
Led by Dr. Janet Gillespie, Business Department
October 26, 2001 / 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Introduction to the Web
Learn the difference between the Web and the Internet!
Led by Bart Everson, CAT
October 20, 2001 / 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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