Moraine Valley Center for Teaching & Learning

A Discussion on the Importance of Belonging
2023-04-27 11:00 - 12:15 (America/Chicago) | Library, United States
We are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness at the same time as we have a crisis in democracy, marked by rising political polarization, disinformation, and political extremism. Join Psychology Professor Dr. Laura Lauzen-Collins, Sociology Professor Dr. Alison Lacny, History Professor Merri Fefles-Dunkle and Political Science Professor Kevin Navratil for a discussion on the importance of belonging to groups, institutions, and modern society and possible negative implications for society when individuals lack a sense of belonging. This event is co-sponsored by the Democracy Commitment and the One Book One College program. SEE LIVE STREAM HERE.

The Sum of Us is Greater Than
2023-06-20 12:00 - 2023-07-26 13:00 | A280
This workshop is a compilation of reading, discussion, and problem-solving as a group based on Heather McGhee’s analysis of racism in our society based on her 2021 book “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together.” Discover the impact of racism and systemic racism on our society and learn how to work together to overcome racism and improve student outcomes. Independent reading of Heather McGhee’s book is required prior to the Webex, brown bag lunch meetings on June 28 and July 19th. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own book. Suggested sources: 1) The MVCC Library 2) Amazon 3) Kindle 4) Audible. More information will be available in Canvas on June 20th. (COURSE CODE: CTLE-D108-530)

OneDrive (CTLE-T310-504)
2023-08-14 08:00 - 17:00
The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of OneDrive. The workshop will cover opening and saving files, accessing files, sharing files, creating folders and downloading files. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

Education and Generative AI Roundup #2: A Monthly Review and Exploration of the Latest Development
2023-08-17 11:30 - 12:30 | A280
League of Innovations and Packback is presenting this webinar highlighting what’s new with generative AI and some amazing work from faculty, administration, and institutions as they navigate this new and rapidly changing technology. Rotating panelists, experts in education and technology, will provide insight and advice during a dedicated Q&A. You’ll learn how generative AI can be used to enhance teaching and learning and discover new tools and resources for incorporating AI into your classroom. This session is for both faculty and administration. Participants will receive the latest information to aid them in being thought leaders around AI. To join Education and Generative AI Roundup register here.

LOCAL RECORDS ACT (CTLE-P128-530)
2023-08-21 08:00 - 17:00 | A280
As a unit of local government, Moraine Valley Community College is subject to the Illinois Local Records Act. Most documents and records that college employees create are public records and subject to state regulations. In this workshop, participants will learn how public records are defined and the requirements for retaining and disposing of paper and electronic records.
Goals:
· Identify public records;
· Review the college’s retention schedule; and
· Discuss common challenges and best practices for storing and disposing of paper and electronic records.
This workshop is open to all, but recommended for deans, directors, department chairs, and administrative assistants.

Microsoft Outlook Basics (CTLE-T231-503)
2023-08-24 11:00 - 11:50 | SWEC Lab 110
The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Microsoft Outlook from the desktop and web views. The workshop will cover signing in, locating frequently used areas, creating as well as applying your signature, setting reply all settings, handling quarantine mail and reporting suspicious mail. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

ChatGPT Workshop #3: How to Create Generative AI Lessons for Your Discipline
2023-08-24 11:30 - 12:30 | A280
League of Innovations and Packback is facilitating this webinar which is designed for educators across all levels and disciplines, equipping them with the tools to teach their students about generative AI, specifically as it relates to your discipline.
Over half of our students are using generative AI. It is imperative that we teach our students how to appropriately and ethically use generative AI.
During this workshop, you’ll learn how instructors have been teaching their students about generative AI—with and without the actual use of any AI product—and begin crafting your own lesson plan and/or learning activities to implement this fall.
Register here.

Excel Basics (CTLE-T115-503)
2023-08-24 12:00 - 12:50 | SWEC Lab 110
The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Excel. This workshop will cover opening and saving files, difference between worksheet and workbook, printing, formatting cells, sorting data, and frequently used formulas. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

OneDrive (CTLE-T310-503)
2023-08-24 15:00 - 15:50 | SWEC Lab 110

PLANNING FOR STUDENT ENGAGEMENT (CTLF-S148-530)
2023-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 | A280
We will be discussing ways on how to become more effective and innovative educator, as we navigate the art and science of lesson planning for the benefit of our students’ academic success and personal growth.

INTRO TO CANVAS (CTLF-C101-530)
2023-08-31 10:00 - 10:50 | A280
Through demonstrations and hands-on experience, this training has been developed to provide an introduction to the Canvas by Instructure Learning Management System. This training is highly encouraged for all faculty.

Microsoft Outlook Basics (CTLE-T231-501)
2023-09-07 11:00 - 11:30 | L243

Worn Out or Burnt Out? Living and Leading in an Age of Exhaustion
2023-09-07 13:00 - 14:00 | A280
A 2022 Gallup poll found that educators reported the highest level of burnout of any industry, and 35% of college and university workers reported “always” or “very often” feeling burned out at work. We hear the word burnout frequently, but what does it mean? Why is everyone talking about it these days? Learn how to identify burnout and how to stop or prevent it for yourself and your team.

Microsoft Teams (CTLE-T233-501)
2023-09-08 11:00 - 11:30 | L243
The objective of this course is to walk you through Microsoft Teams. The workshop will cover identifying the meeting room link, scheduling a meeting, inviting attendees, starting a meeting, joining a meeting, audio connection, video connection, chat, sharing and recording a meeting. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

Gamification for Engagement (CTLF-T126-501)
2023-09-12 15:30 - 17:00 | L243
In the workshop participants will learn various options for gamifying classroom activities ranging from no-tech to high-tech options. Participants will explore gamification at the add-on, infusion, and immersion levels.

OneDrive (CTLE-T310-505)
2023-09-13 10:00 - 10:50 | EC103 (Blue Island)

Microsoft Outlook Basics (CTLE-T231-504)
2023-09-13 12:00 - 12:50 | A280

Canvas New Features (CTLF-C210-530)
2023-09-13 14:00 - 14:50 | A280
This is a workshop to cover new features. If you need Canvas support, please contact the Center for Teaching and Learning at ctl@morainevalley.edu .

Excel Basics (CTLE-T115-504)
2023-09-13 16:00 - 16:50 | EC103 (Blue Island)

Webex (CTLE-T188-501)
2023-09-14 10:00 - 10:30 | L243
The objective of this course is to walk you through Webex. The workshop will cover identifying the meeting room link, scheduling a meeting, inviting attendees, starting a meeting, joining a meeting, audio connection, video connection, chat, sharing and recording a meeting. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

Chatting with a Moraine Trustee: Why Politics, Public Policy, Political Participation, and Bi-Partisanship are Important
2023-09-14 11:00 - 12:15 | Library, United States
Come meet one of our new members of the Board of Trustees Jaclyn O’Day. Trustee O’Day is a lifelong Palos Park resident and has a wealth of knowledge of local, state, and national politics. She was the Chief-of-Staff for Congressman Dan Lipinski (former Illinois House of Representatives member for 16 years), a leader in several state government agencies, and most recently former Executive Director of the U.S. House Problem Solvers Caucus. We will discuss what made her interested in politics and government, the intersection of politics and public policy, why bi-partisan solutions are important to addressing key issues, and why it’s so hard for Democrats and Republicans to work together.

Excel Basics (CTLE-T115-501)
2023-09-21 11:00 - 11:30 | L243

League of Innovation/ Packback - Education and Generative AI Roundup #3
2023-09-21 11:30 - 12:30
Join the third of our monthly webinar series on Generative AI. During this podcast-style session, we’ll discuss the latest developments in AI and the impact it’s having on the education community. We’ll also cover how the latest advancements in generative AI can be used to enhance teaching and learning, and discover new tools and resources for incorporating AI into your classroom.
This session is for both faculty and administration, and participants will receive the latest information to aid them in being thought leaders around AI.
Register here today to be part of the conversation.
(There is no registration fee, but registration is required.)

Data Dashboards (CTLE-T181-501)
2023-09-27 14:00 - 15:00 | L243
This workshop will provide an overview and examples of how to use the college’s data dashboards to track and understand enrollment and retention. The goal is to allow more people at the college, including those at the department level, to understand the data and resources available to them so they can work to improve enrollment and retention.

PIE Results Workshop (CTLE-P125-530)
2023-09-27 15:30 - 16:30 | A280
The college’s planning process, PIE (Plan, Implement, Evaluate) Results Report will be due for the upcoming fiscal reporting year. The PIE Results Reports form has been updated and enhanced. Learn about the updated form and obtain tips for ensuring your report accurately reflects your work. Participants can also opt to bring their FY PIE results so they can enter them into the system during the session.

Microsoft Outlook Intermediate
2023-09-28 11:00 - 11:30 | L243
The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Microsoft Outlook from the desktop and web views. The workshop will cover navigating the calendar, using flags, creating as well as using folders, making rules, using tasks list and using the to do list. This training is in a computer lab for hands-on engagement.

MVLA: Chat/GPT for Teachers (CTLF-M222-530)
2023-10-02 00:00 - 2023-11-10 12:00 | A280
This course will familiarize faculty members with what ChatGPT and AI are and how faculty members can use ChatGPT in their classrooms and in their assessments. The strengths and weaknesses of AI and AI detection will be discussed, as well as the ethics and concerns of AI’s presence in education and in our world today.

Microsoft Outlook Basics
2023-10-16 10:00 - 10:30 | A280
The training will be hosted via Webex, the room link is https://morainevalley.webex.com/morainevalley/j.php?MTID=mef46542fe0ce07ba56d4596825479c31 The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Microsoft Outlook from the desktop and web views. The workshop will cover signing in, locating frequently used areas, creating as well as applying your signature, setting reply all settings, handling quarantine mail and reporting suspicious mail.

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK BASICS (CTLE-T231-530)
2023-10-16 10:00 - 10:30 | A280
The training will be hosted via Webex, the room link is https://morainevalley.webex.com/morainevalley/j.php?MTID=mef46542fe0ce07ba56d4596825479c31. The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Microsoft Outlook from the desktop and web views. The workshop will cover signing in, locating frequently used areas, creating as well as applying your signature, setting reply all settings, handling quarantine mail and reporting suspicious mail.

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK INTERMEDIATE (CTLE-T232-530)
2023-10-30 14:00 - 14:30 | A280
The training will be hosted via Webex, the room link is https://morainevalley.webex.com/morainevalley/j.php?MTID=m780d387647004d06b57f5d5a60a43844. The objective of this course is to walk you through the basics of Microsoft Outlook from the desktop and web views. The workshop will cover navigating the calendar, using flags, creating as well as using folders, making rules, using tasks list and using the to do list.
