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Learn about online pedagogical practices and new tools you can use to improve your course(s) instruction. If you miss a workshop, look for a recording in the ​DEFT Video Library, which has recordings of our past workshops, or you can make an appointment​ to learn about these topics with our Course Developers and Accessible Technology & Media Coordinator.​​​​​​​​

 

DE Workshops​ 

  • February
    • Title: Office for Civil Rights:  Accommodations – What is Required by Federal Disability Law and What Isn’t. (Join Link)
      • Date: 2/6/2025
      • Time: 2 pm to 3 pm
      • Org: CCC Accessibility Center: Monthly Accessibility Training Series
      • Description: Do I have to provide extended time on all assignments as an accommodation?  Must my college create remote/virtual classes for every subject as an accommodation?  What if I already provide extra time for exams and quizzes?  What about emotional support animals and service dogs - what is allowed in the classroom and what isn’t?  Come hear a presentation from the chief attorney, Anamaria Loya, at the San Francisco regional office of the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights. She will share information and insights regarding College professors, employees, and staff obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act – two of the federal civil rights laws that address disability rights.
    • Title: Empowering Educators: Navigating AI in the Community College Classroom (Registration Link)
      • Date: 2/12/2025
      • Time: 12 pm 
      • Org: ASCCC
      • Description: As AI continues to shape the future of teaching and learning, this session offers practical insights and actionable strategies to help educators harness its power responsibly. Participants will explore critical topics such as AI ethics, academic integrity, innovative AI tools, and the essential need for AI literacy. Learn how college librarians will play a crucial role in this initiative, partnering with fellow faculty members to develop AI literacy programs, create educational resources, and build frameworks for ethical AI use. Additionally, the webinar will guide attendees in creating effective classroom policies and fostering meaningful conversations about AI use with students. Whether you’re an AI novice or looking to deepen your understanding, this webinar will provide some of the most vital knowledge and resources needed to integrate AI into your teaching practices.
  • March
  • April 
    • Title: TBD
      • Date: 4/13/2025
      • Time: 2 pm to 3 pm
      • Org: CCC Accessibility Center: Monthly Accessibility Training Series
      • Description: TBD 
  • May 
    • Title: Annual CCCAC Workshop: Topics TBD
      • Date: 5/15/2025
      • Time: 8 am to 5 pm
      • Org: CCC Accessibility Center: Monthly Accessibility Training Series
      • Description: TBD

 

Vendor Workshops & Ongoing Training Sessions

  • DesignPLUS & TidyUP offer ongoing training. Check out CidiLabs training calendar for registration links for the following training workshops:
    • DesignPLUS Sidebar Training -- In this 90-minute training, CidiLabs will introduce the new DesignPLUS Sidebar, demonstrate how to create basic and home pages, transform some existing Canvas content, demonstrate our Sidebar’s accessibility checkers, and provide resources that will help you along the way! BONUS: Have a specific question about DesignPLUS’ new Sidebar? Register to attend one of the Q&A sessions below.
    • TidyUP Training -- Join CidiLabs for a 45-minute training session to learn how to use TidyUP to clean up your course clutter!
  • VoiceThread offers workshops to support new users. You can also watch previous workshops on a variety of topics such as Flipped Classroom, Assessment, Game-based Learning, and more.
  • LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor offers comprehensive training workshops intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session repeats multiple times per week and provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus​ Monitor more effective and easy to use.