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SUMMARY:Sparkshop: Accessibility: Using AI to Boost Digital Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Session Overview:\nEnsuring your course materials are accessible can feel overwhelming\, especially when accessibility checkers don’t catch every issue. But\, artificial intelligence (AI) can help fill these gaps by identifying common errors and suggesting WCAG aligned improvements.   \nThis Sparkshop will explore ways that AI can aid with accessibility fixes\, such as generating alt text\, flag non-descriptive links\, and even support the creation of more inclusive learning experiences.   \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-using-ai-to-boost-digital-accessibility/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence,University Calendar
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SUMMARY:Simple Syllabus
DESCRIPTION:Simple Syllabus is a new system-wide syllabus management tool that integrates with Brightspace and provides instructors with a streamlined way to create\, manage\, and share course syllabi while maintaining control over course-specific content.  \nClick to Join Session \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/simple-syllabus/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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SUMMARY:Accessibility / Yuja Panorama
DESCRIPTION:Yuja Panorama is a digital accessibility platform integrated with Brightspace that helps PNW instructors identify and improve the accessibility of their course materials directly within Brightspace.  \nClick to Join Session \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/accessibility-yuja-panorama/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T110000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for a Productive and Sustainable Semester
DESCRIPTION:Academic work is demanding\, and sustaining your effectiveness requires intentional planning. This workshop will help faculty identify common sources of overload\, establish healthy boundaries\, and develop practical strategies to manage their time\, energy\, and attention while creating a personalized plan for a productive semester.  \nClick to Join Session \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/preparing-for-a-productive-and-sustainable-semester/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T134500
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SUMMARY:Brightspace: Beyond the Basics
DESCRIPTION:This workshop goes beyond setting up content and assignments to help you leverage Brightspace more strategically. Learn how to use advanced features\, optimize course design\, and implement time-saving tools that support both teaching efficiency and student success.  \nClick to Join Session \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/brightspace-beyond-the-basics/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Panorama
DESCRIPTION:Panorama\, integrated directly within Brightspace\, is designed to help instructors identify and address accessibility issues in course content more efficiently supporting the creation of accessible learning experiences for all students. These sessions explore why accessible instructional materials matter\, offer a practical introduction to YuJa Panorama\, demonstrate how to interpret accessibility reports within the tool\, and highlight workflows and strategies for prioritizing and remediating your course content. \nVIEW STREAM INFORMATION \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/introduction-to-panorama-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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SUMMARY:Faculty and Staff Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:PNW faculty and staff are invited to attend the 2026 Faculty & Staff Resource Fair! \nKick off the new academic year by connecting with colleagues and discovering the many resources available to support your work at PNW! The Faculty & Staff Resource Fair brings together more than 35 campus units and offices\, each ready to share information\, answer questions\, and offer helpful giveaways. \nEnjoy a delicious Dessert Bar while you explore the services and initiatives that help make our university thrive. Whether you’re new to campus or a returning member of the PNW community\, this is a great opportunity to network\, learn\, and celebrate the start of another exciting year. \nLocation\nAlumni Hall and Founders Study – SULB 360 \nAudience\nOpen to all faculty and staff.
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/faculty-and-staff-resource-fair-3/
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SUMMARY:Simple Syllabus
DESCRIPTION:Simple Syllabus is a new system-wide syllabus management tool that integrates with Brightspace and provides instructors with a streamlined way to create\, manage\, and share course syllabi while maintaining control over course-specific content.  \nCLICK TO JOIN SESSION \nLocation\nVirtual (Zoom) \nAudience\nAll PNW faculty and instructors
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/simple-syllabus-2/
CATEGORIES:Center for Faculty Excellence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
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SUMMARY:Campus Closed: Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday\, September 7. \nSee the Full Academic Schedule
URL:https://www.pnw.edu/center-faculty-excellence/event/campus-closed-labor-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,University Calendar
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