April 2022 instructional workshops feature use of student feedback & performance, on-demand Brightspace training, gradebook
Instructors can learn more about topics such as using student feedback and performance data for teaching improvement, on-demand Brightspace training, and finalizing gradebook in the following April sessions. Faculty should register for their campus sessions offered by the Innovative Learning Team at West Lafayette, the Office of Instructional Technology and Center for Faculty Excellence at Purdue Northwest, and the Purdue Fort Wayne Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT).
Purdue West Lafayette
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Teaching and Learning Community of Practice
Monday, April 4, 12-1 p.m. ET
Writing across the curriculum (WAC) is an evidence-based pedagogy that facilitates student success. Join us in a discussion on how to incorporate writing in courses across the university, including support and innovations available to instructors and students. We will also discuss crafting and assessing both formative and summative writing assignments. You will have time to /make connections with instructors across different majors to explore writing project partnerships.
Finalizing Your Brightspace Gradebook
Tuesday, April 19, 11-11:50 a.m. ET
This session will review the steps faculty should take to finalize their Brightspace gradebook. Presenters will cover some of the most common issues that Teaching and Learning Technologies receive about Brightspace grades at the end of each semester, show how to publish your final grades in Brightspace, and demonstrate how to translate those scores into letter grades and send them to MyPurdue/Banner.
To request a custom workshop for your college or department, please email tlt@purdue.edu.
Purdue Fort Wayne
Brightspace Course Organization and Navigation (virtual)
Wed., April 6, 10-11 a.m., ET
In this session we will use simple strategies, Brightspace tools, and CELT course templates to organize your online course content for easy navigation and student success.
Using Student Feedback and Performance Data to Enhance Teaching (virtual)
Wed., April 13, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. noon, ET
Join this session for guidance on interpreting and using student data to enhance learning experiences and outcomes. We will show you how to collect and triangulate student feedback and performance data to make informed and meaningful adjustments in your course. Various services and resources will also be identified to help you address teaching and learning concerns.
Purdue Northwest
Fri., April 8, 12-2 p.m., CT
Wed., April 13, 1-3 p.m., CT
Thurs., April 21, 2-4 p.m., CT
Fri., April 29, 9-11 a.m., CT
A Work Sprint provides a focused block of time and supportive environment for you to commit to and have some level of accountability for accomplishing a task-specific goal. Attend any or all sessions.
Promotion & Tenure Information Session
Fri., April 22, 1-2:30 p.m., CT
All faculty interested in learning more about the Promotion and Tenure procedure at PNW are invited to attend this session. The session will feature a panel discussion with faculty who served on the university-level review committee and breakout discussions by rank.
Self-paced Level-Up Training Series
Ongoing with the Office of Instructional Technology
Want to update your Brightspace course, but don’t have time for training? Check out these on-demand training topics in the PNW Brightspace Instructor Training Course to view at your convenience. Earn a badge by watching tutorial videos and using our discussion space to share your ideas. Then showcase your badge on your portfolio or display on LinkedIn.
For questions and support at your campus, contact:
Purdue Global: Direct teaching-related questions to askctl@purdueglobal.edu. Technical support questions should be directed to TechSupport@purdueglobal.edu or 866-522-7747 (toll-free).
Purdue Fort Wayne: Teaching-related questions should be directed to PFW’s Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) at celt@pfw.edu, 260-481-6354, or CELT’s website for resources and to request one on one consultations. Technical support questions should be directed to PFW’s IT Services Help Desk helpdesk@pfw.edu or 260-481-6030.
Purdue Northwest: Direct teaching-related questions to the Center for Faculty Excellence at cfe@pnw.edu, 219-989-8328, or CFE’s website. Technical support questions should be directed to The Office of Instructional Technology by email oit@pnw.edu or OIT’s website or through their Virtual Help Desk.
Purdue West Lafayette: Visit the Innovative Learning website or email InnovativeLearningTeam@purdue.edu.