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This page provides training resources that are available to CSUN students, faculty and staff. 

Teaching with Canvas Workshop (online, self-paced) 

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The goal of this course is to introduce you to the basic need-to-know tools and features of the Canvas learning management system to prepare you for course design and delivery. Faculty can take this online workshop at any time. Self-enroll using this link to the Canvas course.


 

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LinkedIn Learning

All CSUN students, faculty and staff have access to LinkedIn Learning, a large library of training tutorials. Learn at your own pace, from anywhere. 

To learn more, visit the LinkedIn Learning page. 

Training Events & Workshops

Faculty Coffee Hour - AI & Teaching: A Conversation with Dr. Deone Zell

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

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Join us for an engaging Faculty Coffee Hour focused on "AI & Teaching: A Conversation with Dr. Deone Zell" from the Department of Management. In this informal session, Dr. Zell will lead an exciting discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence and education. This is an opportunity to meet with an expert, connect with colleagues, and explore the potential of AI in academia. Don't miss this chance to be part of a stimulating conversation! Read More About Faculty Coffee Hour - AI & Teaching: A Conversation with Dr. Deone Zell

Save Time with Gen AI

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

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Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT have revolutionized the teaching and learning process, offering new possibilities. As educators, there is no need to fear these advancements; instead, we can embrace them to enhance our teaching practices. 

This workshop aims to equip you with various approaches and strategies to leverage these tools effectively, ultimately saving you valuable time. 

Read more about Save Time with Gen AI

Engage Your Students with Poll Everywhere

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:00am

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Poll Everywhere is a tool designed to engage your students with various polling activities such as word cloud, questions, and Q&A. Students can respond on their computer, iPad or mobile phone and the instructor can link the activities to Canvas grading to give students credit for their participation.

This workshop will cover:

  • How to get started with Poll Everywhere 
  • How activities such as word cloud work 
  • How to create these activities
Read more about Engage Your Students with Poll Everywhere

Email Accessibility

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:00am

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This session is the best practices for making email content that is accessible, usable and readable so that the email can reach the greatest amount of readers. Participants will learn why accessibility needs to be considered when creating emails step-by-step to ensure they are accessible. Read more about Email Accessibility

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