UPDATES FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 28

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Let us know what we can do to assist you!  Contact us at: ctl@morainevalley.edu, (708) 974-5347 or visit us in L244

 

Call for CTL workshop proposals

The Center for Teaching and Learning is now accepting proposals for spring 2025. Facilitate a workshop to share something interesting with your colleagues about your classroom or present information about your department’s services to the college community. Use the Workshop Proposal form for submissions. The deadline date for spring proposals is Monday, October 28.

 

NISOD presents Strategies for Reducing Student Anxiety in the Classroom, Monday November 4, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Learn to help students by teaching and modeling evidence-based strategies that mitigate student stress and anxiety and enhance student learning and memory. In doing so, we promote student well-being, retention, and academic success. To access this workshop click here.

 

EDUCAUSE presents, AI Webinar Series|Supporting Literacy and Effective Practice – Part 1, Thursday, November 7, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

  • This five-part series dives deep into the latest innovations, practical applications, and future trends of AI, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Part 1 features two insightful sessions focused on enhancing AI literacy in education. Participants will gain valuable insights into the four levels of the SAIL framework and how it compares to the UNESCO framework, along with practical examples of learning activities. These sessions will equip educators and policymakers with essential tools and strategies for fostering AI readiness. To access this webinar click here.

 

 

 

 

CTL WORKSHOPS 

Professional Development Offerings – Fall 2024

 

Self-Care: Cancer Awareness CTLE-E127-547 10/28/24, Noon – 1:00 p.m., Online
Self-Care: Stress Awareness CTLE-E128-546 11/6/2024; Noon – 1:00 p.m., B132
Mindful Stress Reduction CTLE-E118-501 11/13/2024; 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., L244
Self-Care: Stress Awareness CTLE-E128-547 11/182024; Noon – 1:00 p.m., Online
Engaging Discussion Boards CTLF-I314-530 11/20/2024; 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., Online
Got Professional Development Questions? Here to answer your development questions CTLE-V210-532 11/25/2024; 11:00 – Noon, Online
Self-Care: Health Holidays CTLE-E130-546 12/4/2024; Noon – 1:00 p.m., B132
Exemplifying the Eight Expectations CTLE-V128-501 12/18/2024; 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., A280

How to Register

To register for any of the CTL’s on-campus and online workshops, please log in to MVConnect, the College’s portal system. 

To View/Register for Non-Credit Courses for MVCC Employees (Guide: How to Register for Non-Credit Classes)

  1. Go to MVConnect > Self Service for Students > Registration/Payment (Non-Credit)
    1. Under the “Topic Code” area, select “MVCC Employees Only”, and click the “Search” button.
      • Please use course codes and titles to assist you in locating and registering for activities. 
  2. For each course, locate the section and click the “Select” button.
    1. Click the “Add Section” button.
  3. When ready to register, click the “Next” button.
    1. On the Additional Details screen, click the “Submit” button.
    2. On the Pay for Classes screen, click the “Register” button.
      • You will receive an email confirming your successful registration.

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