Training

CSU OCS Training Opportunities (FREE)

Introduction to Teaching Online Using QLT

Introduction to teaching online with the CSU QLT rubric representing the 9 sections of QLT. Content covered includes orienting students to the online course, setting up the structure and navigation of a course, designing online modules for content delivery and engagement, developing methods for facilitating discussions, developing assessment tools, using technology tools, and experiencing an online course from a student perspective.

Course Commitment: 3 weeks, 15-20 hours, online, asynchronous. Syllabus

Dates Offered:

Feb 27, 2023 – Mar 19, 2023 (Spring 2023)

Mar 27, 2023 – Apr 16, 2023 (Spring 2023)

Advanced QLT Course in Teaching Online

Advanced QLT course in creating a course and module structure that is in alignment with course objectives, incorporates social presence, equity-minded strategies, engagement strategies in synchronous and asynchronous activities, active learning with video, and alternative assessments. Participants will complete a QLT Core-24 self-review on their own course for reflection to guide them as they progress through the course in identifying areas to improve on. The final project will include creating a video tour to highlight three course changes made in the course while completing the training. Note: having a partially or fully developed online or hybrid course is required prior to registration.

Course Commitment: 3 weeks, 15-20 hours, online, asynchronous. Syllabus

Dates Offered:

Feb 27, 2023 – Mar 19, 2023 (Spring 2023)

Mar 27, 2023 – Apr 16, 2023 (Spring 2023)

Reviewing Courses Using the QLT Rubric

Provides an in-depth experience with the CSU QLT rubric and ways to use objective-based examples to support reviewing and informing online and hybrid courses. Participants will engage in hands-on experiences using the QLT objectives to rate elements of a sample course, learn how to write helpful recommendations, and discuss examples for setting up a peer-review process on their campus. This session is for those looking to use the rubric to complete a QLT self-review and/or serve as a peer-review on campus and systemwide QLT formal course certifications.

Course Commitment: 3 weeks, 15-20 hours, online, asynchronous.  Syllabus

Dates Offered:

Mar 27, 2023 – Apr 16, 2023 (Spring 2023)

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The CalState Apple Professional Learning Series Spring 2023

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January 24 - March 16

Use an iPad or a Mac? Join Apple Learning Specialist, Dr. Laura Good, for hands-on virtual learning sessions with your colleagues from across the CSU. During each one-hour session, we'll explore resources, practice new skills, and reflect on how technology can support great teaching and learning in higher education.

Pre-register per session by clicking your desired date and time below. To prepare for a session:

  • Have your iPad/Mac on hand and fully charged for an optimal experience.
  • Make sure your device is updated to the latest OS version and all Apple apps are up-to-date
  • Download the Pages, Freeform, and GarageBand apps as appropriate from the App Store, if not already on your device.
Week 1: Increase Your Productivity with iPad

Tuesday, January 24: 4pm, or Thursday, January 26: 12pm

Week 2: Promote Active Learning with iPad

Tuesday, January 31: 12pm, or Thursday, February 2: 4pm

Week 3: Design Accessible Learning Resources

Tuesday, February 7: 4pm, or Thursday, February 9: 12pm

Week 4: Annotate for Understanding

Tuesday, February 14: 4pm, or Thursday, February 16: 12pm

Week 5: Visual Thinking with Freeform

Tuesday, February 21: 4pm, or Thursday, February 23: 12pm

Week 6: Explore Podcasts for Teaching and Learning

Tuesday, February 28: 12pm, or Thursday, March 2: 4pm

Week 7: Animate with Keynote

Tuesday, March 7: 4pm, or Thursday, March 9: 12pm

Week 8: Personalize Presentations with Live Video

Tuesday, March 14: 12pm, or Thursday, March 16: 4pm