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SUMMARY:Instructional Material ADA Readiness – Accessible Documents
DESCRIPTION:New federal regulations have strengthened requirements for digital accessibility in public institutions\, including course materials. \nIn this session\, we will explore best practices for creating accessible documents\, demonstrate tools for checking and improving accessibility in Word and PDF files and share resources available to instructors. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss strategies for making course content more inclusive. \nREGISTER TO ATTEND \nLocation\nVirtual via Zoom. Register for connection information. \nAudience\nWorkshops are open to all PNW faculty and instructors.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/instructional-material-ada-readiness-accessible-documents-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T101500
DTSTAMP:20260618T190853
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: iClicker for Classroom Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nStudent response systems can help instructors build active learning into any class session by increasing participation\, checking for understanding\, and making thinking visible. In this Sparkshop\, you’ll explore practical ways to use iClicker to boost engagement through quick polls\, knowledge checks\, and discussion prompts. You’ll leave with ready-to-use strategies that support inclusive participation and real-time instructional decision-making.  \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/iclicker/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T141500
DTSTAMP:20260618T190853
CREATED:20260126T182443Z
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Microsoft’s Accessibility Checker for a Quick Scan
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nIf you’ve tried your best to create an accessible document\, but still worry you missed something\, Microsoft’s Accessibility Checker is a great “pre-flight” check before posting instructional materials. This Sparkshop will show you how to run the checker\, interpret the recommendations\, and fix those issues quickly.    \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/quick_scan/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T134500
DTSTAMP:20260618T190853
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Supporting Students in the Moment
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nWhen students open up about their struggles\, it can be difficult to know what to say or how to respond in a way that truly helps. In this session\, we will explore practical\, student-centered approaches you can use in the moment—whether a student is dealing with academic stress\, personal challenges\, or emotional overwhelm. We’ll discuss simple strategies for active listening\, validating student experiences\, and connecting them with appropriate resources\, all while maintaining healthy boundaries. Participants will leave with quick\, actionable techniques for responding with confidence\, empathy\, and clarity.  \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/sparkshop-supporting-students-in-the-moment/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T101500
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Carrying Your Students' Stress
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nAs faculty\, you often become a trusted person students turn to when they’re navigating crises\, trauma\, or emotionally heavy situations. While you want to be supportive\, hearing these difficult stories can take a toll on your own well‑being. This session explores the concept of secondary traumatic stress—the emotional strain that can arise from empathizing with someone else’s pain. We’ll discuss why these reactions are both common and normal\, how to recognize when you’re carrying students’ stress as your own\, and practical strategies for setting boundaries\, managing emotional residue\, and caring for yourself in healthy ways. Participants will leave with tools to maintain compassion for students while also protecting their own emotional resilience.  \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/sparkshop-carrying-your-students-stress/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T131500
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Accessibility: Headings & Lists for Easy Navigation
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nHeadings and lists are the road signs and road markers of your content\, since they help readers quickly scan what’s coming and navigate with ease. In this session\, you’ll see how unstructured text can make navigation challenging\, and you’ll learn how to properly format headings and lists using built-in software tools.    \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/sparkshop-accessibility-headings-lists-for-easy-navigation/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T131500
DTSTAMP:20260618T190853
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Brightspace: Quick Accessibility Wins
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nAccessible course design supports all learners and improves clarity\, navigation\, and usability for everyone. This Sparkshop highlights quick\, high-impact accessibility improvements you can apply directly in Brightspace—such as headings\, document structure\, alt text\, and content formatting. You’ll walk away with simple\, practical steps that strengthen student access and reduce barriers without adding major prep time. \nREGISTER FOR SPARKSHOP CONNECTION INFORMATION \nYou only need to register once for any one Sparkshop as the connection information is the same for all Sparkshops. \nAbout Sparkshops:\nSparkshops are 15 minute mini-workshops\, facilitated by CFE staff.  Sparkshops are meant to start exploration of a chosen topic with continued support from the CFE as requested. \nEach Sparkshop provides: \n\nAn introduction or re-imagined approach to an evidence-based teaching practice\, or productivity strategy\nPotential reasons faculty or staff might incorporate the practice in their course(s) or work flow\nExamples of how the practice can be implemented\nResources for further investigation of the practice\n\nLEARN MORE ABOUT SPARKSHOPS \nChange One Thing Program:\nAttending Sparkshops adds to your eligibility to receive the “Change One Thing” Certificate.  \nTo earn the certificate\, participants will:✔ Attend at least three sparkshops\, workshops (e.g.\, Integrating AI Into Your Teaching sessions) or other learning opportunities offered by the Center for Faculty Excellence.✔ Implement a small but impactful change in one of their courses.✔ Submit a brief reflection on the change and its anticipated or observed impact. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHANGE ONE THING CERTIFICATE \nLocation\nVirtual – register for connection information. \nAudience\nAll Faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/sparkshop-brightspace-accessibility-wins/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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