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Finalize your spring courses before the semester begins! During Week Zero, the Coulter Faculty Commons has you covered:<\/p>\n
Our team will be available for individual consultations all week (both in-person and virtual), and we\u2019ll host focused workshops on Thursday and Friday to help you finalize your course setup.<\/p>\n
Join us for:<\/p>\n
Canvas Essentials:<\/strong>\u00a0streamline your gradebook<\/strong> and boost your communication<\/strong> strategies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n AI & the Syllabus:<\/strong>\u00a0explore ways to address AI thoughtfully in your course policies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Syllabus & Canvas Clinic<\/strong> (in-person drop-in support): bring your syllabus, assignments, or Canvas questions and get one-on-one help from our team.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/11\/Week-Zero-January-2026.png” alt=”Week Zero flyer: Get ready for Spring with the CFC.” title_text=”Week Zero – January 2026″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/forms.office.com\/Pages\/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WluzxdUWFESO4XvecFQ_G_86ei1rk5dGu0w_s6X-jplUQ0RBRTRSUzVHQTEyUkpQMzRHRlZXSlRPSS4u” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Register for Week Zero” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#592C88″ button_bg_color=”#C1A875″ button_icon=”||divi||400″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Our team will be available for individual consultations all week to help you get your spring classes ready \u2014 wherever you are in the process. Whether you\u2019d like feedback on your syllabus, ideas for new or revised assignments, or a hand with your Canvas setup and gradebook, we\u2019re here to support you. Bring your questions, drafts, or big-picture plans, and we\u2019ll work with you to make sure your course is ready to launch with confidence.<\/p>\n Schedule a consultation<\/a> directly or email cfc@wcu.edu to set up an in-person or virtual appointment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Canvas Gradebook Setup & Best Practices<\/strong> – hybrid | 10:00 – 10:45 am AI & Syllabus Policy<\/strong> – hybrid | 11:00 am – noon Syllabus & Canvas Clinic<\/strong> – in-person | 1:00 – 3:00 pm <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Syllabus & Canvas Clinic<\/strong> – in-person | 10:00 am – noon Communication in Canvas<\/strong> – hybrid | 1:15 – 2:00 pm [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Week Zero: We’ve got you covered for Spring semester Finalize your spring courses before the semester begins! 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The Coulter Faculty Commons (CFC) is launching a brand-new initiative this fall: Week Zero<\/strong><\/a>, a series of practical, faculty-focused sessions running the week before classes begin from August 11\u201315<\/strong>.<\/p> Designed to help you hit the ground running, Week Zero offers workshops on assignment design, Canvas, accessibility, and active learning. Whether you're completely new to teaching or you're looking to brush up on your teaching toolkit, there's something for everyone.<\/p><\/div> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/affiliate.wcu.edu\/cfc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/87\/2025\/07\/Week-Zero-Blog-Post-Logo-300x300.png\" alt=\"Flyer for Week Zero with an illustration of an open book pointing to a rising sun. 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Thursday, January 8<\/h3>\n
Because your Canvas gradebook is built from your assignments, it\u2019s important to set it up accurately from the start. In this session, we\u2019ll guide you through organizing assignments, applying weights, and setting grading policies correctly. This is a 30-minute demo, followed by a brief Q&A.<\/span><\/p>\n
Explore ways to address AI thoughtfully in your syllabus. We\u2019ll look at sample policy language, classroom scenarios, and strategies for aligning expectations with your teaching goals. This session is an interactive workshop.<\/p>\n
Work side-by-side with CFC consultants to review your syllabus, organize your Canvas materials, and make sure your course is ready for students on day one. This session follows a drop-in consultation format.<\/p>\nFriday, January 9<\/h3>\n
Work side-by-side with CFC consultants to review your syllabus, organize your Canvas materials, and make sure your course is ready for students on day one. This session follows a drop-in consultation format.<\/p>\n
Stay connected with your students with\u00a0<\/span>built<\/span>-in Canvas features.\u00a0<\/span>We\u2019ll<\/span>\u00a0show you how to use announcements, feedback tools, the syllabus feature, and discussions to build an engaging and communicative course environment.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWeek Zero<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>