Faculty Professional Development
Guided Reflection on Teaching this Semester
In the fast-paced rhythm of teaching, exams and assignments, it is hard to pause and take stock of what you are doing and how effective it is with students.
So, once classes are over, we invite you to join us for some guided discussion on both the anticipated and unexpected elements of your teaching experience this past term. You will reflect on your recent course experience to set a plan for personal teaching goals, and select a few strategies to help you move toward that goal.
By the end of the 1-hour workshop, you will be able to:
- Use insights about your recent teaching experience at Dawson to identify your teaching strengths and challenges
- Identify a personal teaching goal for the future, and
- Select some strategies to help achieve it
**Please bring your course plan, outline or any other documentation you would like to use that day**
Registration is open until May 31.
(The duration of the session is 60 minutes.)
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Indigenous Perspectives
Tuesday, 26th September 2023Session 1
Kanerahtiio Hemlock’s presentation will put Truth and Reconciliation into an historical context from a Mohawk perspective. By the end of the presentation, participants will better understand implications for educational institutions. We will also discuss what the way forward looks like.
A question and answer period will follow.
Intro to Moodle’s Gradebook
Thursday, 28th September 2023Session 1
This workshop is designed for teachers who are new to using Moodle's Gradebook feature. In this workshop, participants will learn the basics of setting up a gradebook, creating grade categories and items, and calculating grades using different methods. They will also explore advanced features like drop lowest, extra credit, and weighting grades.
Intro to Turnitin on Teams
Tuesday, 3rd October 2023Teams
This workshop is for teachers who are unfamiliar or new to using Turnitin. We will cover the basics of how Turnitin works, take a high-level look at some of the reports it generates, as well as discussing some of its drawbacks and limitations. Finally, we’ll look at how to use Turnitin in both LEA and Moodle, including letting you know about a few problems your students might meet.
Intro to Turnitin
Thursday, 5th October 2023Session 1
This workshop is for teachers who are unfamiliar or new to using Turnitin. We will cover the basics of how Turnitin works, take a high-level look at some of the reports it generates, as well as discussing some of its drawbacks and limitations. Finally, we’ll look at how to use Turnitin in both LEA and Moodle, including letting you know about a few problems your students might meet.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Friday, 6th October 2023The Essentials (Part I)
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Tuesday, 10th October 2023Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Classroom Management Strategies
Wednesday, 11th October 2023Session 1
Enhance your classroom management skills and create an engaging learning environment with this hands-on workshop. Discover proactive strategies that will positively influence student behavior, maximize instructional time, and minimize disruptions. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to apply proactive strategies to effectively manage their classrooms, establish a positive and engaging learning environment, and address problematic student behavior with confidence and efficiency.
College Course Design Basics
Tuesday, 17th October 2023Session 1
In this session, we will discuss what makes CEGEP teaching unique. We will review the essential components of a course competency and examine how the course might fit into a program. We will highlight the factors to consider in designing the most effective version of your course and introduce you to a pedagogical design framework that will ensure your course is aligned and structured in a way that supports your students’ success.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the particularities of CEGEP teaching and situate course competency/competencies in their program. Additionally, they will be able to recognize the course components necessary to design an aligned course, using the Backwards Design framework.
Constructive Feedback
Tuesday, 17th October 2023Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020), or promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced.
Intro to ChatGPT on Teams
Tuesday, 24th October 2023Teams
This session will introduce participants to ChatGPT, discuss some of the implications of this technology on the practice of teaching, and look at how it could possibly be used in the classroom. There will also be a discussion about ethical and legal considerations, as well as a look at here it is already being used.
Indigenous Perspectives
Wednesday, 25th October 2023Session 1
This series of workshops will explore multiple themes related to Indigenous issues in college education. Complete descriptions will be updated in the fall.
This series of workshops will be presented by Kanerahtiio Hemlock from the Office of Academic Development.
Intro to ChatGPT
Thursday, 26th October 2023Session 1
This session will introduce participants to ChatGPT, discuss some of the implications of this technology on the practice of teaching, and look at how it could possibly be used in the classroom. There will also be a discussion about ethical and legal considerations, as well as a look at here it is already being used.
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Wednesday, 8th November 2023Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Friday, 10th November 2023Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Constructive Feedback
Wednesday, 29th November 2023Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020), or promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Friday, 8th December 2023Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Monday, 11th December 2023Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Constructive Feedback
Wednesday, 13th December 2023Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020), or promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Thursday, 11th January 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Teacher Emotions in the College Classroom: An Ever-present Challenge
Friday, 12th January 2024Session 1
Being a college teacher is challenging cognitively, socially, even physically. The role is complex as teachers strive to meet pedagogical, institutional, professional, and personal goals -- not the least of which is student success. What is often ignored, or at least misunderstood, is the role of teacher emotions and the labour required in the regulation of those feelings as teachers strive to do their job and meet these goals with integrity. With insights from research to guide our exploration, this workshop will provide an opportunity to reflect on teacher emotions and the factors involved in some of the difficult parts of our work, particularly feelings of aggravation and their management in the classroom.
By the end of this workshop teachers will be able to create a path toward successful emotion regulation that will support their resilience and well-being, enabling them to provide a safe and effective learning environment for students.
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Friday, 12th January 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
College Course Design Basics
Monday, 15th January 2024Session 1
In this session, we will discuss what makes CEGEP teaching unique. We will review the essential components of a course competency and examine how the course might fit into a program. We will highlight the factors to consider in designing the most effective version of your course and introduce you to a pedagogical design framework that will ensure your course is aligned and structured in a way that supports your students’ success.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the particularities of CEGEP teaching and situate course competency/competencies in their program. Additionally, they will be able to recognize the course components necessary to design an aligned course, using the Backwards Design framework.
Classroom Management Strategies
Tuesday, 16th January 2024Session 1
Enhance your classroom management skills and create an engaging learning environment with this hands-on workshop. Discover proactive strategies that will positively influence student behavior, maximize instructional time, and minimize disruptions. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to apply proactive strategies to effectively manage their classrooms, establish a positive and engaging learning environment, and address problematic student behavior with confidence and efficiency.
Integrating Sustainability into the Curriculum
Wednesday, 17th January 2024Indigenous Perspectives
Wednesday, 31st January 2024Session 1
Kanerahtiio Hemlock’s presentation will put Truth and Reconciliation into an historical context from a Mohawk perspective. By the end of the presentation, participants will better understand implications for educational institutions. We will also discuss what the way forward looks like.
A question and answer period will follow.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Friday, 2nd February 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Classroom Management Strategies
Monday, 5th February 2024Session 1
Enhance your classroom management skills and create an engaging learning environment with this hands-on workshop. Discover proactive strategies that will positively influence student behavior, maximize instructional time, and minimize disruptions. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to apply proactive strategies to effectively manage their classrooms, establish a positive and engaging learning environment, and address problematic student behavior with confidence and efficiency.
Feedback in Moodle Intermediate on Teams
Tuesday, 13th February 2024Teams
Providing effective feedback is an essential aspect of teaching, and Moodle offers a range of features to support this process. In this workshop we will focus more on why you might use a particular feedback tool and less on how.
Indigenous Perspectives
Tuesday, 13th February 2024Session 1
This series of workshops will explore multiple themes related to Indigenous issues in college education. Complete descriptions will be updated in the fall.
This series of workshops will be presented by Kanerahtiio Hemlock from the Office of Academic Development..
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Wednesday, 14th February 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Feedback in Moodle Intermediate
Thursday, 15th February 2024Session 1
Providing effective feedback is an essential aspect of teaching, and Moodle offers a range of features to support this process. In this workshop we will focus more on why you might use a particular feedback tool and less on how.
Assessment in Moodle Intermediate on Teams
Monday, 19th February 2024Assessment in Moodle Intermediate
Thursday, 22nd February 2024Session 1
The workshop will take the form of a round table where we will collaboratively interrogate the assessment methods used by teachers in their Moodle courses. By the end of this workshop teachers will have a better understanding of the proper assessment tools to support their pedagogy.
College Course Design Basics
Thursday, 22nd February 2024Session 1
In this session, we will discuss what makes CEGEP teaching unique. We will review the essential components of a course competency and examine how the course might fit into a program. We will highlight the factors to consider in designing the most effective version of your course and introduce you to a pedagogical design framework that will ensure your course is aligned and structured in a way that supports your students’ success.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the particularities of CEGEP teaching and situate course competency/competencies in their program. Additionally, they will be able to recognize the course components necessary to design an aligned course, using the Backwards Design framework.
Intro to Moodle Design on Teams
Monday, 26th February 2024Teams
The workshop will provide teachers with an overview of creating engaging and visually appealing experiences using Moodle. Participants will explore various design principles and best practices, learn how to switch to different themes and how to customize the appearance for their courses. The workshop will also cover sourcing images, videos as well as how to properly embed them into the course. By the end of the workshop teachers will be more familiar with the design capabilities of Moodle and be able to apply them to their own courses.
Intro to Moodle Design
Wednesday, 28th February 2024Session 1
The workshop will provide teachers with an overview of creating engaging and visually appealing experiences using Moodle. Participants will explore various design principles and best practices, learn how to switch to different themes and how to customize the appearance for their courses. The workshop will also cover sourcing images, videos as well as how to properly embed them into the course. By the end of the workshop teachers will be more familiar with the design capabilities of Moodle and be able to apply them to their own courses.
Indigenous Perspectives
Wednesday, 13th March 2024Session 1
This series of workshops will explore multiple themes related to Indigenous issues in college education. Complete descriptions will be updated in the fall.
This series of workshops will be presented by Kanerahtiio Hemlock from the Office of Academic Development.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Monday, 18th March 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Tuesday, 19th March 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Classroom Management Strategies
Thursday, 21st March 2024Session 1
Enhance your classroom management skills and create an engaging learning environment with this hands-on workshop. Discover proactive strategies that will positively influence student behavior, maximize instructional time, and minimize disruptions. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to apply proactive strategies to effectively manage their classrooms, establish a positive and engaging learning environment, and address problematic student behavior with confidence and efficiency.
Constructive Feedback
Friday, 22nd March 2024Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020) or to promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to effectively provide constructive feedback to students, utilizing practical tools and strategies to promote student agency and minimize defensive reactions, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Monday, 8th April 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Friday, 12th April 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Constructive Feedback
Wednesday, 24th April 2024Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020) or to promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to effectively provide constructive feedback to students, utilizing practical tools and strategies to promote student agency and minimize defensive reactions, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Indigenous Perspectives
Wednesday, 1st May 2024Session 1
This series of workshops will explore multiple themes related to Indigenous issues in college education. Complete descriptions will be updated in the fall.
This series of workshops will be presented by Kanerahtiio Hemlock from the Office of Academic Development.
Constructive Feedback
Monday, 13th May 2024Session 1
In this interactive workshop, participants explore the components and purpose of constructive feedback in achieving learning or performance goals. Practical tools that may enable a feedback mindset, such as the “Micro-Yes” (Renniger, 2020) or to promote student agency in the feedback process, such as Pendleton Rules (Pendleton, 1984) are introduced. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to effectively provide constructive feedback to students, utilizing practical tools and strategies to promote student agency and minimize defensive reactions, fostering a positive and productive learning environment.
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Monday, 13th May 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Wednesday, 15th May 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Competency-based Programs: The Essentials (Part I)
Monday, 3rd June 2024Session 1
College programs in Quebec focus on the development of competencies and the program approach. During this presentation, we will examine program objectives and standards, and types of competencies. By the end of the presentation, participants should be able to identify and interpret the objectives, standards, and competency(ies) assigned to their course(s).
Evaluation of Student Learning (Part I)
Tuesday, 4th June 2024Session 1
Evaluation or assessment can support student progress, inform pedagogy and provide evidence of learning. During this presentation we will review definitions and examples of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments, examine the concept of the comprehensive examination and discuss why and what teachers assess. We will also discuss the difference between evaluating knowledge, skill, competency, and the integration of learning. By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to plan an assessment strategy based on course competencies and instructional context.
College Course Design Basics
Wednesday, 5th June 2024Session 1
In this session, we will discuss what makes CEGEP teaching unique. We will review the essential components of a course competency and examine how the course might fit into a program. We will highlight the factors to consider in designing the most effective version of your course and introduce you to a pedagogical design framework that will ensure your course is aligned and structured in a way that supports your students’ success.
By the end of this session, participants will be able to explain the particularities of CEGEP teaching and situate course competency/competencies in their program. Additionally, they will be able to recognize the course components necessary to design an aligned course, using the Backwards Design framework.
Please note: Sessions with fewer than five people registered will be cancelled.
Questions about registration? Please email facultypd@dawsoncollege.qc.ca