{"id":22996,"date":"2025-04-11T14:38:27","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T18:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/?page_id=22996"},"modified":"2025-05-12T11:57:13","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T15:57:13","slug":"sitl-2025-schedule","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/sitl-2025-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"SITL 2025 Schedule"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1>SITL Schedule 2025<\/h1>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"429\" class=\"\"><strong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"164\">Welcome to the Renaissance of Teaching!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"429\" class=\"\">Step into <em data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"234\">A Summer Faire of Ideas, Innovation, and Inspiration<\/em> at this year\u2019s Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning, held May 14 &amp; 15 at Apodaca! We\u2019re celebrating the enduring art of teaching with fresh insights, timeless practices, and community storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"429\" class=\"\">On this page, you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"888\">\n<li data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"773\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"773\" class=\"\">The full <strong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"760\">schedule<\/strong> for each day<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"829\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"829\" class=\"\"><strong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"800\">Session descriptions<\/strong> to help you choose your path<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"888\" class=\"\">\n<p data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"888\" class=\"\"><strong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"855\">Speaker information<\/strong>, including photos and short bios<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"964\" class=\"\">Let the schedule below be your map to discovery\u2014we\u2019re so glad you will join us!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;Don&#8217;t forget to register!&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WluzxdUWFESO4XvecFQ_GxBgxarl7gBJrGsCWrEsX4FUQThOSlBGNUFQUUNZTUlKN0hJN0RNTjcwRC4u&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Register for SITL 2025&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#2c1b39&#8243; body_text_color=&#8221;#2c1b39&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e5e6bd&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#26b6a2&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Your RSVP helps us plan and\u2014most importantly\u2014<br \/>order enough food to nourish all our hungry scholars.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Renaissance of Teaching: <br \/><span class=\"TextRun SCXW139920918 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW139920918 BCX0\">Summer Faire of Ideas, Innovation, and Inspiration<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW139920918 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW139920918 BCX0\">20th Anniversary of SITL<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Schedule for Day 1 &#8211; May 14&#8243; open=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Day 1: Wednesday, May 14<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"MsoTableGrid\" data-tablelook=\"1696\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4097\" style=\"width: 144px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8:30 &#8211; 9:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"1\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b>Registration<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Apodaca Foyer, 1st Floor<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"17\" style=\"width: 517px\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:00 &#8211; 9:15<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eli Collins-Brown<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 517px\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tavern Tale: Huzzah for Teaching!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alesia Jennings &amp; Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 517px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:30 \u2013 10:30<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Renaissance of Teaching \u2013 <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leveraging Evidence-Based Educational Techniques for Student Success <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Melissa Snyder<br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 517px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Beyond Papers and PowerPoint: Supporting Digital Storytelling in the Classroom<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Kellen Carpenter<br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:30 &#8211; 10:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 931.6px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Short Break\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Holistic Pedagogy: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Where Student Success meets Instruction<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ross Markle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 517px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Level Up Your Gear: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Canvas Updates and New Features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jonathan Wade<br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><br \/><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/em><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">11:45 &#8211; 12:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 931.6px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lunch Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 1 &#8211; Assignment Alchemy: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Turning Confusion into Clarity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 517px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 144px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1:45 &#8211; 2:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 931.6px\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Short Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4352\" style=\"width: 144px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"256\" style=\"width: 409px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 2 &#8211; The Medici Method: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leveraging Plickers for Enlightened Teaching<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Scott Seagle<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65808\" style=\"width: 517px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Schedule for Day 2 &#8211; May 15&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Day 2: Thursday, May 15<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<table data-tablestyle=\"MsoTableGrid\" data-tablelook=\"1696\" style=\"width: 1074px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4097\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8:30 &#8211; 9:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"1\" style=\"width: 454.256px\">\n<p><b>Registration<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Apodaca Foyer, 1st Floor<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"17\" style=\"width: 452.263px\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:00 &#8211; 9:15<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 454.256px\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome Back to Day 2<\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eli Collins-Brown<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 452.263px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:38,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 454.256px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tavern Tale: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The MAP(S) to First-Gen Students<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita Puerto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 452.263px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:30\u00a0&#8211;\u00a010:30<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 454.256px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Are We Asking the Right Questions About Our Teaching? Moving Beyond &#8220;What&#8217;s Broken and How Can I Fix It?&#8221; to Discover &#8220;What Are the Opportunities and How Can I Harness Them?&#8221;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chad Hallyburton<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 452.263px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Breaking Boundaries, Building Meaning, Belonging: The Impact of Cohort-Based Interdisciplinary Learning on Student Success and Collaborative Engagement<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mosisah Mavity &amp; Kristin Daiber<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:30 &#8211; 10:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 912.119px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Short Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 454.256px\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">A Mountain Renaissance: <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Unpacking Appalachia\u2019s Past with Artifacts and Exhibits<\/span><\/b> <span><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Amber C. Albert &amp; Peter Koch<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 452.263px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Share Your Wares at the Faire &#8211; <\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Life Beyond the Discussion Board<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beth Woodard<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">11:45 &#8211; 12:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 912.119px\">\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lunch Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"0\" style=\"width: 454.256px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 3 &#8211; The New Age of Enlightenment: Prompt Crafting and Copilot Agents<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ian Selig<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65552\" style=\"width: 452.263px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4096\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1:45 &#8211; 2:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"2\" data-celllook=\"16\" style=\"width: 912.119px\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Short Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-celllook=\"4352\" style=\"width: 147.081px\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00<\/span><\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"256\" style=\"width: 454.256px\">\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Closing Session<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">April Tallant<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td data-celllook=\"65808\" style=\"width: 452.263px\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 1 &#8211; Concurrent Session Descriptions (morning) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 Tavern Tale<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tavern Tale: Huzzah for Teaching!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alesia Jennings &amp; Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Join us to celebrate the joy of teaching and the magic that happens when educators gather. This brief session will kick off two days filled with ideas, innovation, and inspiration\u2014offering a toast to the creativity, courage, and community at the heart of great teaching at WCU. Huzzah!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:30 \u2013 10:30 Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Renaissance of Teaching \u2013 Leveraging Evidence-Based Educational Techniques for Student Success <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Melissa Snyder<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As higher education embraces the Renaissance of Teaching, faculty are called to revitalize instructional strategies that foster student engagement, retention, and success. This session explores how evidence-based educational techniques can transform teaching practices and enhance learning outcomes. Grounded in current research, the presentation introduces practical, immediately applicable methods, including the TILT framework (Transparency in Learning and Teaching), active learning strategies, and formative feedback techniques. Faculty will examine how transparent assignment design clarifies expectations, reduces inequities, and improves student performance. Active learning strategies, such as case-based learning and peer instruction, will be explored for their role in promoting deeper comprehension and participation. Through interactive case applications, participants will engage with these strategies firsthand and collaborate on redesigning an assignment using the TILT framework. Real-world examples from clinical education and athletic training will demonstrate how these evidence-based methods lead to measurable student success. By the end of the session, faculty will leave with concrete tools to refine their instructional practices, promote inclusivity, and enhance student learning outcomes\u2014embracing the Renaissance of Teaching with innovative, research-supported techniques. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Transparent Assignment Design Enhances Equity: Faculty will learn to implement the TILT framework to improve clarity, reduce confusion, and promote equitable learning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Active Learning Fosters Deeper Engagement: Attendees will explore case-based learning and peer assisted learning to increase comprehension and retention.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Formative Feedback Drives Student Success: Faculty will discover how regular, low-stakes feedback loops enhance performance and motivation. This session offers practical, evidence-based strategies that empower faculty to reimagine their teaching methods, fostering more effective and inclusive learning environments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond Papers and PowerPoint: Supporting Digital Storytelling in the Classroom<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kellen Carpenter<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">When was the last time a student showed off an essay they wrote for a class to their friends and family? Papers and presentations are the standard currency of course assignments, but after they are completed, the best-case scenario for a paper is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">probably being<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> tucked away in a folder. Fortunately, there are digital storytelling tools that allow students to create projects that combines the analytical and explanatory aspects of these old modalities with interactive multimedia to create visually captivating presentations that are worth sharing with friends and family. The thought of introducing students <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">to using<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> new tools and methods in the classroom can be daunting. In most classes, taking time to teach a new presentational tool is time that is not spent focusing on that course\u2019s subject matter. However, there are several free and user-friendly tools that can provide an easy entry point and a very navigable learning curve. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> highlight and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">demonstrate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> a few of the dead-simple options from Northwestern\u2019s Knight Lab, including <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">TimelineJS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">StorymapJS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">, and Juxtapose JS. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> show the back end and how relatively easy they are to work with as well as spotlight impressive student work made using these tools. Then <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> compare these tools with the industry-standard, professional-grade ArcGIS <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">Storymaps<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> product and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">showcase<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> how to get started using that platform. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">A subscription to ArcGIS and access to an account costs an individual a minimum of $700 per year.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> However, through WCU, university students, faculty, and staff can get access to this powerful full-featured software for no <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">additional<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> cost. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> provide examples of student work using the platform and offer coaching and advice on how to get started using this with actual students.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP BCX0 SCXW102845849\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45\u00a0Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Holistic Pedagogy: Where Student Success meets Instruction<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ross Markle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This session explores Holistic Pedagogy, a practical framework for enhancing student outcomes by integrating evidence-based psychological and sociological principles into everyday teaching practices. Grounded in decades of research, the session reframes traditional assumptions about student success\u2014shifting the focus from intelligence and academic preparation to a more comprehensive understanding of noncognitive and psychosocial factors such as self-efficacy, growth mindset, engagement, and sense of belonging. The session is highly relevant to contemporary teaching and learning, particularly in light of increasing institutional demands for improved student success, particularly among traditionally underserved populations. Faculty are uniquely positioned to influence student success, given that the vast majority of students\u2019 face-time on campus is spent in the classroom. Holistic Pedagogy equips instructors with practical tools and strategies to better understand, motivate, and support a diverse student population\u2014without requiring a complete pedagogical overhaul. By aligning teaching practices with the realities of student behavior, identity, and motivation, faculty can serve as powerful agents of institutional change and student development. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Faculty Influence is Undervalued Yet Critical: Faculty are one of the most consistent and impactful points of contact for students and play a significant role in shaping persistence and learning outcomes. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Noncognitive Factors Drive Student Success: Traits like self-efficacy and a sense of belonging are as predictive\u2014if not more\u2014of student success as traditional academic measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Holistic Strategies Are Practical and Actionable: Faculty can support these factors through simple yet powerful practices, such as constructive feedback, inclusive pedagogy, and intentional classroom engagement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Level Up Your Gear: Canvas Updates and New Features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jonathan Wade<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This session will highlight the new features in Canvas and related tools educational technology at WCU, including but not limited to new Canvas AI tools (Khanmigo, etc.), Lucid Whiteboard and Diagram, Checkpoints Discussion feature (if released by that point), and new Panopto workflow for student submissions in discussion boards and assignments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><em>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 1 &#8211; Workshop Descriptions (afternoon)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45\u00a0Workshop 1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Assignment Alchemy: Turning Confusion into Clarity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you ever receive off-target submissions that make you wonder, \u201cDid they even read the instructions?\u201d In this hands-on workshop, we\u2019ll explore simple, research-backed strategies to make your assignments clearer, more equitable, and more effective\u2014without sacrificing rigor. You\u2019ll leave with a practical framework for transparent assignment design and a refreshed version of one of your own prompts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00\u00a0Workshop 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Medici Method: Leveraging Plickers for Enlightened Teaching<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scott Seagle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the spirit of the Renaissance, where innovation and discovery flourished, this workshop invites you to embark on a journey of revitalizing formative assessment practices using Plickers. This engaging tool, akin to the quill of the Renaissance scribes, empowers instructors to craft a dynamic learning environment where every student&#8217;s voice is heard and valued. Participants will uncover how Plickers can illuminate student understanding, much like the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci illuminated the world of art and science.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 2 &#8211; Concurrent Session Descriptions (morning) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 Tavern Tale<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tavern Tale: The MAP(S) to First-Gen Students<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita Puerto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">MAPS will &#8220;spill the tea&#8221; on what first-generation college students are thinking! We asked and they answered and it&#8217;s all about class &#8211; what they expect, why they don&#8217;t ask questions, what they are surprised by, what they wish you knew! These are the thoughts students are keeping to themselves that could aid in establishing an inclusive and supportive classroom. The way a student learns, the way they hear information, the reason they are too scared to come to your office hours &#8211; and where we can help! MAPS will include takeaways for the classroom and the syllabus along with action items to empower students in their own learning.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:30 \u2013 10:30 Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are We Asking the Right Questions About Our Teaching? Moving Beyond &#8220;What&#8217;s Broken and How Can I Fix It?&#8221; to Discover &#8220;What Are the Opportunities and How Can I Harness Them?&#8221;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chad Hallyburton<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As educators, we have the wonderful opportunity to continually examine our own teaching practices to better engage students, but to do that, we need to clearly understand what we are already doing well and what areas we can improve. Asking the correct questions about our curricula and teaching methods helps us plan to better support student success, but sometimes our preconceptions prevent us from identifying the best questions to ask. In this session we\u2019ll review a multi-semester Scholarship of Teaching and Learning project seeking to prepare future healthcare leaders to navigate the tricky topic of healthcare employer vaccine mandates, and you will have the chance to think about and get feedback on the \u201cmost important questions\u201d that can help you become a more effective educator. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identify the most important questions you must answer to improve your own teaching practices<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reflect on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning tools to help you answer those questions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breaking Boundaries, Building Meaning, Belonging: The Impact of Cohort-Based Interdisciplinary Learning on Student Success and Collaborative Engagement<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mosisah Mavity &amp; Kristin Daiber<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Our presentation will explore the educational value and data-proven benefits of a cohort-based interdisciplinary course model as it impacts both student learning outcomes and retention. We will also discuss the mutual benefits to faculty in such a teaching approach. Finally, we will examine successful examples from other institutions, as well as WCU\u2019s Academic Learning Communities (ALC) program. Research has long demonstrated the benefits of a cohort-based model in both academic success and sense of belonging, especially new students who are tackling what can be a very challenging transition. Studies at the national and institutional level indicate that these two areas are powerful predictors of student persistence and success. Providing a welcoming and dynamic learning community in those formative early semesters is key. In breaking down traditional barriers between academic disciplines, interdisciplinary courses challenge students not only to discover connections between course concepts, but ultimately, themselves and others. This encourages a more holistic and empathetic way of understanding their world. These types of transformative moments become all the more powerful when students share them with peers. Another area we will explore is the professional value of interdisciplinary learning for faculty. Like their students, faculty are challenged to think and reach beyond their own areas of expertise, reaching not only across disciplines, but across offices, departments, and even colleges. The design of a successful interdisciplinary course demands meaningful connection and dynamic collaboration, both of which serve to strengthen and deepen community bonds across WCU\u2019s campus.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">A cohort-based model for students in their first year of college contributes to academic success and retention as students are provided with a supportive and intellectually stimulating community of peers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Interdisciplinary courses benefit both students and faculty as they challenge us to reach across disciplines to collaborate, discover new ideas, and build meaning. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Participants are encouraged to submit ideas for WCU\u2019s Academic Learning Community courses by emailing Mosisah Mavity at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:pmavity@wcu.edu\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pmavity@wcu.edu<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45\u00a0Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Mountain Renaissance: Unpacking Appalachia\u2019s Past with Artifacts and Exhibits <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Amber C. Albert &amp; Peter Koch<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This session introduces faculty to the Mountain Heritage Center (MHC) at Western Carolina University, a vital resource for exploring the rich cultural and historical landscape of southwestern Appalachia. Participants will discover how the MHC\u2019s extensive collection of artifacts, exhibits, and educational programming can enrich teaching and engage students across disciplines. Emphasizing the use of primary sources, material culture, and campus tours, the session will highlight strategies for creating immersive learning experiences that foster critical thinking and connect historical narratives to contemporary issues. Join us to explore Appalachia\u2019s past and discover new strategies to make history tangible and relevant in your classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Innovative Pedagogy<\/span> \u2013 Learn how to incorporate artifacts and exhibits into coursework to encourage inquiry-based learning and historical empathy.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span>Interdisciplinary Connections<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Discover ways to use the MHC\u2019s resources to support diverse fields, from environmental studies to storytelling and material culture analysis.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span>Inspiration for Engagement<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Explore opportunities for collaborative projects, including student research, exhibit development, and community outreach.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Share Your Wares at the Faire &#8211; Life Beyond the Discussion Board<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beth Woodard<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prior to coming to WCU, I taught a hybrid course (one afternoon\/evening a week for four hours for 8 weeks) for several years. The expectation was to have a Discussion Board make up for a remaining contact hours of the course. Over time, I and my students were getting tired of the Discussion Board. Coming to WCU and having to teach three brand course that were to be delivered online, I was drowning in grading all of my Discussion Boards along with trying to generate content at the same time. I started looking for a better way for the students to depict what they had learned. Relevance to Teaching &amp; Learning \u2013 My solution is an example of Active Learning. The students have been exposed to the readings in their textbook, my lecture, and any supplemental readings, or videos. They are given the option to submit a Contemporary Issue Article that is healthcare related (think current event within the past four months), a Relevant Resource (TEDTalk, podcast, or a snippet from a TV show, or movie), On the Lighter Side (a cartoon, comic strip, or meme) \u2013 and in one class this term I am trying something new that I call No Submission (they choose not to submit that week). One student has dubbed it the \u201cGet Out of Jail Free Card\u201d. Instead of the students writing out their submissions, they must record a video as their submission.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The students have embraced the opportunity. A few have let me know (via the SAI or directly e-mailing me) that they appreciate the different ways they can show what they have learned. <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The students have a choice between assignments and WHEN they can do each. <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">I actually enjoy grading the submissions and also getting a peak into what they are watching, reading and learning.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 2 &#8211; Workshop Descriptions (afternoon)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45\u00a0Workshop 3<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The New Age of Enlightenment: Prompt Crafting and Copilot Agents\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ian Selig<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This workshop invites university faculty to explore the transformative power of AI in education. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts and create intelligent agents using Microsoft Copilot, enhancing their teaching and research capabilities. Join us to embrace the future of academia with cutting-edge technology inspired by the spirit of the Renaissance.<\/p>\n<p><i>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00\u00a0Closing Session<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>April Tallant<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Schedule for Day 1 &#8211; May 14&#8243; open=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Day 1: Wednesday, May 14<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8:30 &#8211; 9:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Registration<br \/><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Apodaca Foyer, 1st Floor<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:00 &#8211; 9:15<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eli Collins-Brown<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tavern Tale: Huzzah for Teaching!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alesia Jennings &amp; Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>9:30 \u2013 10:30\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em><b>The Renaissance of Teaching \u2013 <\/b><b>Leveraging Evidence-Based Educational Techniques for Student Success <\/b><br \/><\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Melissa Snyder<br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Beyond Papers and PowerPoint: Supporting Digital Storytelling in the Classroom<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Kellen Carpenter<br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:30 &#8211; 10:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Short Break\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>Holistic Pedagogy: <\/b><b>Where Student Success meets Instruction<\/b><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ross Markle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Level Up Your Gear: <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Canvas Updates and New Features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jonathan Wade<br \/><em>AP 207\u00a0<\/em><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">11:45 &#8211; 12:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Lunch Break\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 1 &#8211; Assignment Alchemy: <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Turning Confusion into Clarity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1:45 &#8211; 2:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Short Break\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2:00 &#8211; 3:00<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 2 &#8211; The Medici Method: <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Leveraging Plickers for Enlightened Teaching<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span>Scott Seagle<br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Schedule for Day 2 &#8211; May 15&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Day 2: Thursday, May 15<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">8:30 &#8211; 9:00 <\/span><b>Registration<br \/><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em>Apodaca Foyer, 1st Floor<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>9:00 &#8211; 9:15 <b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Welcome Back to Day 2<\/span><\/b><span><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eli Collins-Brown<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><b>A Tavern Tale: <\/b><b>The MAP(S) to First-Gen Students<\/b><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita Puerto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>9:30\u00a0&#8211;\u00a010:30<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Are We Asking the Right Questions About Our Teaching? Moving Beyond &#8220;What&#8217;s Broken and How Can I Fix It?&#8221; to Discover &#8220;What Are the Opportunities and How Can I Harness Them?&#8221;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chad Hallyburton<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Breaking Boundaries, Building Meaning, Belonging: The Impact of Cohort-Based Interdisciplinary Learning on Student Success and Collaborative Engagement<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mosisah Mavity &amp; Kristin Daiber<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">10:30 &#8211; 10:45<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Short Break\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><b>A Mountain Renaissance: <\/b><b>Unpacking Appalachia\u2019s Past with Artifacts and Exhibits<\/b><br \/>Amber C. Albert &amp; Peter Koch<br \/><em>AP 207 A<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><em><b>Share Your Wares at the Faire &#8211; <\/b><b>Life Beyond the Discussion Board<\/b><br \/><\/em><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beth Woodard<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 207 B<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>11:45 &#8211; 12:45\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lunch Break<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45 <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workshop 3 &#8211; The New Age of Enlightenment: Prompt Crafting and Copilot Agents<br \/><\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ian Selig<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">1:45 &#8211; 2:00\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Short Break\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">2:00 &#8211; 3:00\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Closing Session<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">April Tallant<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><em>AP 102<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 1 &#8211; Concurrent Session Descriptions (morning) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 Tavern Tale<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tavern Tale: Huzzah for Teaching!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alesia Jennings &amp; Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Join us to celebrate the joy of teaching and the magic that happens when educators gather. This brief session will kick off two days filled with ideas, innovation, and inspiration\u2014offering a toast to the creativity, courage, and community at the heart of great teaching at WCU. Huzzah!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:30 \u2013 10:30 Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Renaissance of Teaching \u2013 Leveraging Evidence-Based Educational Techniques for Student Success <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Melissa Snyder<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As higher education embraces the Renaissance of Teaching, faculty are called to revitalize instructional strategies that foster student engagement, retention, and success. This session explores how evidence-based educational techniques can transform teaching practices and enhance learning outcomes. Grounded in current research, the presentation introduces practical, immediately applicable methods, including the TILT framework (Transparency in Learning and Teaching), active learning strategies, and formative feedback techniques. Faculty will examine how transparent assignment design clarifies expectations, reduces inequities, and improves student performance. Active learning strategies, such as case-based learning and peer instruction, will be explored for their role in promoting deeper comprehension and participation. Through interactive case applications, participants will engage with these strategies firsthand and collaborate on redesigning an assignment using the TILT framework. Real-world examples from clinical education and athletic training will demonstrate how these evidence-based methods lead to measurable student success. By the end of the session, faculty will leave with concrete tools to refine their instructional practices, promote inclusivity, and enhance student learning outcomes\u2014embracing the Renaissance of Teaching with innovative, research-supported techniques. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Transparent Assignment Design Enhances Equity: Faculty will learn to implement the TILT framework to improve clarity, reduce confusion, and promote equitable learning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Active Learning Fosters Deeper Engagement: Attendees will explore case-based learning and peer assisted learning to increase comprehension and retention.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Formative Feedback Drives Student Success: Faculty will discover how regular, low-stakes feedback loops enhance performance and motivation. This session offers practical, evidence-based strategies that empower faculty to reimagine their teaching methods, fostering more effective and inclusive learning environments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond Papers and PowerPoint: Supporting Digital Storytelling in the Classroom<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kellen Carpenter<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">When was the last time a student showed off an essay they wrote for a class to their friends and family? Papers and presentations are the standard currency of course assignments, but after they are completed, the best-case scenario for a paper is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">probably being<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> tucked away in a folder. Fortunately, there are digital storytelling tools that allow students to create projects that combines the analytical and explanatory aspects of these old modalities with interactive multimedia to create visually captivating presentations that are worth sharing with friends and family. The thought of introducing students <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">to using<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> new tools and methods in the classroom can be daunting. In most classes, taking time to teach a new presentational tool is time that is not spent focusing on that course\u2019s subject matter. However, there are several free and user-friendly tools that can provide an easy entry point and a very navigable learning curve. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> highlight and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">demonstrate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> a few of the dead-simple options from Northwestern\u2019s Knight Lab, including <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">TimelineJS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">StorymapJS<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">, and Juxtapose JS. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> show the back end and how relatively easy they are to work with as well as spotlight impressive student work made using these tools. Then <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> compare these tools with the industry-standard, professional-grade ArcGIS <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed BCX0 SCXW102845849\">Storymaps<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> product and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">showcase<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> how to get started using that platform. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">A subscription to ArcGIS and access to an account costs an individual a minimum of $700 per year.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> However, through WCU, university students, faculty, and staff can get access to this powerful full-featured software for no <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">additional<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> cost. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\">I\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW102845849\"> provide examples of student work using the platform and offer coaching and advice on how to get started using this with actual students.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP BCX0 SCXW102845849\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45\u00a0Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Holistic Pedagogy: Where Student Success meets Instruction<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ross Markle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This session explores Holistic Pedagogy, a practical framework for enhancing student outcomes by integrating evidence-based psychological and sociological principles into everyday teaching practices. Grounded in decades of research, the session reframes traditional assumptions about student success\u2014shifting the focus from intelligence and academic preparation to a more comprehensive understanding of noncognitive and psychosocial factors such as self-efficacy, growth mindset, engagement, and sense of belonging. The session is highly relevant to contemporary teaching and learning, particularly in light of increasing institutional demands for improved student success, particularly among traditionally underserved populations. Faculty are uniquely positioned to influence student success, given that the vast majority of students\u2019 face-time on campus is spent in the classroom. Holistic Pedagogy equips instructors with practical tools and strategies to better understand, motivate, and support a diverse student population\u2014without requiring a complete pedagogical overhaul. By aligning teaching practices with the realities of student behavior, identity, and motivation, faculty can serve as powerful agents of institutional change and student development. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Faculty Influence is Undervalued Yet Critical: Faculty are one of the most consistent and impactful points of contact for students and play a significant role in shaping persistence and learning outcomes. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Noncognitive Factors Drive Student Success: Traits like self-efficacy and a sense of belonging are as predictive\u2014if not more\u2014of student success as traditional academic measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Holistic Strategies Are Practical and Actionable: Faculty can support these factors through simple yet powerful practices, such as constructive feedback, inclusive pedagogy, and intentional classroom engagement.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Level Up Your Gear: Canvas Updates and New Features<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jonathan Wade<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This session will highlight the new features in Canvas and related tools educational technology at WCU, including but not limited to new Canvas AI tools (Khanmigo, etc.), Lucid Whiteboard and Diagram, Checkpoints Discussion feature (if released by that point), and new Panopto workflow for student submissions in discussion boards and assignments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><em>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 1 &#8211; Workshop Descriptions (afternoon)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45\u00a0Workshop 1<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Assignment Alchemy: Turning Confusion into Clarity<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anabel Livengood<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you ever receive off-target submissions that make you wonder, \u201cDid they even read the instructions?\u201d In this hands-on workshop, we\u2019ll explore simple, research-backed strategies to make your assignments clearer, more equitable, and more effective\u2014without sacrificing rigor. You\u2019ll leave with a practical framework for transparent assignment design and a refreshed version of one of your own prompts.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00\u00a0Workshop 2<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Medici Method: Leveraging Plickers for Enlightened Teaching<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Scott Seagle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the spirit of the Renaissance, where innovation and discovery flourished, this workshop invites you to embark on a journey of revitalizing formative assessment practices using Plickers. This engaging tool, akin to the quill of the Renaissance scribes, empowers instructors to craft a dynamic learning environment where every student&#8217;s voice is heard and valued. Participants will uncover how Plickers can illuminate student understanding, much like the masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci illuminated the world of art and science.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 2 &#8211; Concurrent Session Descriptions (morning) &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:15 &#8211; 9:25 Tavern Tale<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tavern Tale: The MAP(S) to First-Gen Students<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita Puerto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">MAPS will &#8220;spill the tea&#8221; on what first-generation college students are thinking! We asked and they answered and it&#8217;s all about class &#8211; what they expect, why they don&#8217;t ask questions, what they are surprised by, what they wish you knew! These are the thoughts students are keeping to themselves that could aid in establishing an inclusive and supportive classroom. The way a student learns, the way they hear information, the reason they are too scared to come to your office hours &#8211; and where we can help! MAPS will include takeaways for the classroom and the syllabus along with action items to empower students in their own learning.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">9:30 \u2013 10:30 Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are We Asking the Right Questions About Our Teaching? Moving Beyond &#8220;What&#8217;s Broken and How Can I Fix It?&#8221; to Discover &#8220;What Are the Opportunities and How Can I Harness Them?&#8221;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chad Hallyburton<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As educators, we have the wonderful opportunity to continually examine our own teaching practices to better engage students, but to do that, we need to clearly understand what we are already doing well and what areas we can improve. Asking the correct questions about our curricula and teaching methods helps us plan to better support student success, but sometimes our preconceptions prevent us from identifying the best questions to ask. In this session we\u2019ll review a multi-semester Scholarship of Teaching and Learning project seeking to prepare future healthcare leaders to navigate the tricky topic of healthcare employer vaccine mandates, and you will have the chance to think about and get feedback on the \u201cmost important questions\u201d that can help you become a more effective educator. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identify the most important questions you must answer to improve your own teaching practices<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reflect on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning tools to help you answer those questions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breaking Boundaries, Building Meaning, Belonging: The Impact of Cohort-Based Interdisciplinary Learning on Student Success and Collaborative Engagement<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mosisah Mavity &amp; Kristin Daiber<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Our presentation will explore the educational value and data-proven benefits of a cohort-based interdisciplinary course model as it impacts both student learning outcomes and retention. We will also discuss the mutual benefits to faculty in such a teaching approach. Finally, we will examine successful examples from other institutions, as well as WCU\u2019s Academic Learning Communities (ALC) program. Research has long demonstrated the benefits of a cohort-based model in both academic success and sense of belonging, especially new students who are tackling what can be a very challenging transition. Studies at the national and institutional level indicate that these two areas are powerful predictors of student persistence and success. Providing a welcoming and dynamic learning community in those formative early semesters is key. In breaking down traditional barriers between academic disciplines, interdisciplinary courses challenge students not only to discover connections between course concepts, but ultimately, themselves and others. This encourages a more holistic and empathetic way of understanding their world. These types of transformative moments become all the more powerful when students share them with peers. Another area we will explore is the professional value of interdisciplinary learning for faculty. Like their students, faculty are challenged to think and reach beyond their own areas of expertise, reaching not only across disciplines, but across offices, departments, and even colleges. The design of a successful interdisciplinary course demands meaningful connection and dynamic collaboration, both of which serve to strengthen and deepen community bonds across WCU\u2019s campus.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">A cohort-based model for students in their first year of college contributes to academic success and retention as students are provided with a supportive and intellectually stimulating community of peers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Interdisciplinary courses benefit both students and faculty as they challenge us to reach across disciplines to collaborate, discover new ideas, and build meaning. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Participants are encouraged to submit ideas for WCU\u2019s Academic Learning Community courses by emailing Mosisah Mavity at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:pmavity@wcu.edu\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pmavity@wcu.edu<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">10:45 &#8211; 11:45\u00a0Concurrent Sessions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session A<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Mountain Renaissance: Unpacking Appalachia\u2019s Past with Artifacts and Exhibits <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Amber C. Albert &amp; Peter Koch<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This session introduces faculty to the Mountain Heritage Center (MHC) at Western Carolina University, a vital resource for exploring the rich cultural and historical landscape of southwestern Appalachia. Participants will discover how the MHC\u2019s extensive collection of artifacts, exhibits, and educational programming can enrich teaching and engage students across disciplines. Emphasizing the use of primary sources, material culture, and campus tours, the session will highlight strategies for creating immersive learning experiences that foster critical thinking and connect historical narratives to contemporary issues. Join us to explore Appalachia\u2019s past and discover new strategies to make history tangible and relevant in your classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Innovative Pedagogy<\/span> \u2013 Learn how to incorporate artifacts and exhibits into coursework to encourage inquiry-based learning and historical empathy.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span>Interdisciplinary Connections<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Discover ways to use the MHC\u2019s resources to support diverse fields, from environmental studies to storytelling and material culture analysis.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span>Inspiration for Engagement<\/span>\u00a0\u2013 Explore opportunities for collaborative projects, including student research, exhibit development, and community outreach.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Concurrent Session B<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:80,&quot;335559739&quot;:40}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Share Your Wares at the Faire &#8211; Life Beyond the Discussion Board<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beth Woodard<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prior to coming to WCU, I taught a hybrid course (one afternoon\/evening a week for four hours for 8 weeks) for several years. The expectation was to have a Discussion Board make up for a remaining contact hours of the course. Over time, I and my students were getting tired of the Discussion Board. Coming to WCU and having to teach three brand course that were to be delivered online, I was drowning in grading all of my Discussion Boards along with trying to generate content at the same time. I started looking for a better way for the students to depict what they had learned. Relevance to Teaching &amp; Learning \u2013 My solution is an example of Active Learning. The students have been exposed to the readings in their textbook, my lecture, and any supplemental readings, or videos. They are given the option to submit a Contemporary Issue Article that is healthcare related (think current event within the past four months), a Relevant Resource (TEDTalk, podcast, or a snippet from a TV show, or movie), On the Lighter Side (a cartoon, comic strip, or meme) \u2013 and in one class this term I am trying something new that I call No Submission (they choose not to submit that week). One student has dubbed it the \u201cGet Out of Jail Free Card\u201d. Instead of the students writing out their submissions, they must record a video as their submission.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key Takeaways: <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The students have embraced the opportunity. A few have let me know (via the SAI or directly e-mailing me) that they appreciate the different ways they can show what they have learned. <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The students have a choice between assignments and WHEN they can do each. <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">I actually enjoy grading the submissions and also getting a peak into what they are watching, reading and learning.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Day 2 &#8211; Workshop Descriptions (afternoon)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">12:45 &#8211; 1:45\u00a0Workshop 3<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The New Age of Enlightenment: Prompt Crafting and Copilot Agents\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"><br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Ian Selig<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This workshop invites university faculty to explore the transformative power of AI in education. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts and create intelligent agents using Microsoft Copilot, enhancing their teaching and research capabilities. Join us to embrace the future of academia with cutting-edge technology inspired by the spirit of the Renaissance.<\/p>\n<p><i>* Please bring your laptop if you are planning on attending this session<\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">2:00\u00a0&#8211;\u00a03:00\u00a0Closing Session<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>April Tallant<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2025 SITL Presenters<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Amber C Albert&#8221; position=&#8221;Director, Western Carolina University&#8217;s Mountain Heritage Center&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/04\/Amber-Albert_headshot-214&#215;300.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span>Dr. Albert earned her Doctorate in Public History from Middle Tennessee State University. 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Privileged to work at 8 different institutions, originating teaching and learning centers at 3 of them, she has had a full career of partnering with instructors to improve teaching, learning, and student success through evidence-based best practices in pedagogy, technology, and course design in all modalities.\u00a0 Eli has been the director of the Coulter Faculty Commons since March 2019.\u00a0 She also served in various leadership roles with the PODNetwork, UNC Faculty and Academic Developers Consortium, and the UNC System Office Learning &amp; Technology Symposium.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Kristin Daiber&#8221; position=&#8221;Director of Student Retention&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/04\/KDaiberStaffPhoto2-214&#215;300.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span>Kristin is the Director of Student Retention at Western Carolina University (WCU). 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She loves working at WCU because of our student-centered approach to everything we do!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Chad Hallyburton&#8221; position=&#8221;Teaching Assistant Professor&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2023\/02\/chad_head_shot-300&#215;225.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span>Chad Hallyburton works as a Teaching Assistant Professor in the WCU Environmental Health Sciences Program. 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She is currently serving as a Faculty Fellow for the University\u2019s teaching and learning center, Coulter Faculty Commons. Her research interest, in this role, is mentoring new faculty at the institution. 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Whether faculty need guidance on inclusive syllabi, transparent assignments, teaching portfolios, or tools like Canvas, Anabel brings a deep understanding of teaching and learning to every conversation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_team_member name=&#8221;Ross Markle&#8221; position=&#8221;Founder, Managing Director &#8211; DIA Higher Education Collaborators&#8221; image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/04\/Ross__headshot-scaled.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><span>Ross\u00a0Markle\u00a0is the Founder and Managing Director of DIA Higher Education Collaborators, working with colleges, universities, and other organizations to transition\u00a0<\/span><i><u>D<\/u><\/i><span>ata into\u00a0<\/span><i><u>I<\/u><\/i><span>nformation into\u00a0<\/span><i><u>A<\/u><\/i><span>ction. <\/span><span>With a research background focusing on the power of noncognitive skills in higher education, Ross is passionate about improving the application, integration, and use of data to help support holistic student success. 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With a Master\u2019s degree in Literature from Miami University and a background in teaching, Mosisah enjoys bringing an academic perspective to developing strategies that enhance First-Year Experience programming and support retention efforts for all WCU students. Along with a dedicated team of Student Retention staff, Mosisah focuses on finding solutions that increase retention rates and empower students to thrive. 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With expertise in athletic training education, she specializes in clinical education, evidence-based teaching strategies, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Her research focuses on designing and evaluating educational techniques, social determinants of learning, and accommodations in clinical education. 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His academic studies were in the humanities and have always included a connection to humans and their use of technology. He received his PhD from the University of Texas at Dallas in the humanities with emphases in literature, aesthetic studies, and the philosophy of science and technology. 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