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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Brightspace Automation: Intelligent Agents
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nProactive communication strengthens student success by providing timely reminders\, encouragement\, and support when students need it most. This Sparkshop introduces Brightspace Intelligent Agents as a way to automate outreach based on student activity (or lack of activity)\, assignment progress\, and course engagement. You’ll leave with examples and starter ideas for using automation to support retention\, nudges\, and personalized learning support at scale.  \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-automation-intelligent-agents/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T140000
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SUMMARY:Instructional Material ADA Readiness – Accessible Documents (Updated)
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-updated/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T094500
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260126T184130Z
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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-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260402T152826Z
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SUMMARY:Instructional Material ADA Readiness – Accessible Media
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 media. \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-media/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260402T152959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T152959Z
UID:10002634-1776168000-1776171600@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Instructional Material ADA Readiness – Accessible Media
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 media. \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-media-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T111500
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Accessibility: Captions for Flexible Access
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nLearners often engage with course content in environments where relying on audio alone isn’t possible. Captions offer an additional\, flexible way to access that information—supporting  those in noisy spaces\, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing\, English language learners\, and anyone who simply  prefer to access information through text . In this Sparkshop\, you’ll learn what captions are\, explore captioning requirements\, and practice editing captions in Kaltura. \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-captions-for-flexible-access/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260402T142214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T142214Z
UID:10002632-1776330000-1776333600@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Instructional Material ADA Readiness – Accessible Documents (Updated)
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-updated-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260401T185832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T185832Z
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SUMMARY:First-Gen Pride Grants - Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Applications for the First-Gen Pride Grant are now due by 5 p.m. (CT) on April 17. \nFirst-Gen Pride Grant \nThe First-Gen Pride Grant is designed to support projects that support and remove barriers to first-generation student success and better understand first-generation student needs. \nPride Grant Details \n 
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/first-gen-pride-grants-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T133000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260126T204721Z
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Brightspace Homepages: Quick Wins
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nClear course design improves student confidence and reduces cognitive overload—especially during the first weeks of a term. In this Sparkshop\, you’ll learn quick\, high-impact strategies for improving your Brightspace homepage so students can find what they need quickly and start strong. This session is returning from fall and includes practical layout ideas and examples that can be applied immediately.  \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-homepages-quick-wins/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260126T205915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T205915Z
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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Help Students Stress Less and Learn More
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nStress is now one of the most widespread barriers to learning for today’s undergraduates. In this 15‑minute Sparkshop\, we’ll explore how student stress affects the brain and impacts classroom engagement\, motivation\, and academic performance. We’ll look at why predictable\, moderate\, and controllable stress can build resilience—and why unmanaged stress can disrupt learning.  \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-help-students-stress-less-and-learn-more-4/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T131500
DTSTAMP:20260618T161248
CREATED:20260126T204124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T232705Z
UID:10001956-1777467600-1777468500@www.pnw.edu
SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Accessibility: Tables to Keep Readers Oriented
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nTables are a great way to organize data…. But\, when they aren’t formatted accessibly\, people who use screen readers can feel like they’ve been dropped into a maze of numbers. In this session\, you’ll gain a perspective on how screen readers move through tables\, learn common formatting choices to avoid\, and review examples of clean\, accessible tables.   \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-tables-to-keep-readers-oriented/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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