Preparing Your Teaching Shell

Event

Monday, August 10, 2026 | 3:00PM - 4:00PM

Location

Innovation Lab - 4-341

Facilitator

Ryan Nichols

Juli Ross

Description

This session prepares faculty to effectively teach in Canvas using eLearn course content by focusing on course readiness, facilitation, and student engagement. Participants will explore how to customize key course elements such as the syllabus, welcome materials, announcements, and course dates to ensure a smooth start to the term.  Additionally, participants will be introduced to the new eLearn 101 student tutorial. By the end of the session, faculty will be equipped with practical strategies and tools to prepare their Canvas course for the start of the term.

Audience

Faculty and Staff

Type/Bucket

eLearn Tools | Training

Core Values

• Collaborative- fostering partnerships among faculty, staff, students and community stakeholders to co-create meaningful learning environments.
• Innovative-embracing new ideas, creativity, pedagogies, and tools that enhance teaching and learning, drive transformative change.

Objectives