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12
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop: AI in Higher Education

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

In this hour-long workshop, participants will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education. The session will cover the potential of AI tools to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as the ethical considerations that come with their use. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, participants will gain practical insights into leveraging AI to personalize learning, improve student engagement, and streamline instructional practices while critically assessing its implications for academic integrity and equity.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
13
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop: Contrapower Harassment in Higher Education

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

This hour-long workshop will explore the concept of contrapower harassment, where individuals with less institutional power (such as students) harass those with more authority (such as faculty or staff). Participants will learn about the dynamics of contrapower harassment, its impact on college and university environments, and strategies for responding to and preventing these behaviors.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
14
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop - More than Passion: Crafting an Evidence-Based Teaching Statement

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

In this hour-long session, discover how to transform a teaching philosophy into a concise, impactful statement that resonates with committees, colleagues, and students. Learn practical techniques for reflecting on your pedagogical values and using powerful language to craft an evidence-based statement of teaching. Walk away with a strong framework for and fresh confidence in articulating what makes your teaching effective.

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Online/Virtual |
15
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop: Active Learning Strategies for Online Courses

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

This workshop equips instructors with effective methods to foster student engagement and interaction in online learning environments without real-time meetings. The workshop highlights approaches such as discussion board redesign, multimedia annotations, interactive case studies, and scaffolded peer feedback to promote critical thinking and collaboration. Participants will explore how to create meaningful learning experiences that encourage active participation, even across time zones and schedules. By the end of the session, faculty will have additional strategies to make their asynchronous courses more dynamic, inclusive, and learner-centered.

10:30 am - 11:30 am | Online/Virtual |
15
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop: Active Learning Strategies for In-Person Courses

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

This workshop introduces practical, research-informed techniques to increase student engagement, motivation, and retention during face-to-face class sessions. This workshop explores a range of strategies—from think-pair-share and collaborative problem-solving to structured debates and real-time polling—that can be adapted across disciplines. Participants will reflect on their current teaching practices, identify opportunities for active learning, and leave with ready-to-implement ideas. Whether teaching large lectures or small seminars, instructors will gain tools to foster deeper learning and participation.

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Online/Virtual |
16
Jan

EmpowerED Workshop: Mentoring Students with Intention

Workshop/Training | EmpowerED Series

In this hour-long workshop, student mentors will learn about the importance of ground rules in mentoring students – establishing rapport, confidentiality, and professional boundaries. Furthermore, participants will explore how to successfully engage in student mentorship through the lens of the GROW model, a structured approach that guides mentees from goal setting to actionable outcomes.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Online/Virtual |