Join librarian Elena Maans-Lorincz in conversation about graphic novels and zines in the classroom and assignments. The BC Library has many graphic novels on a variety of topics, covering many subjects, and amplifying many voices. You may not think your area is represented in a graphic novel, but you are likely to be surprised by ...more about Images and Words: Graphic Novels and Zines in the Classroom—NEW!
In Spring 2022, the Office of DEI sponsored a BC group to engage in an intensive institute hosted by Excelencia. Humaira Jackson, Data/PD Liaison, was one of the participants who returned inspired by ways other institutions are using course, program and institutional level data to identify inequities in academic attainment. Now in its second year ...more about Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SOTL) Showcase
Are you ready to tame your inbox, toss your sticky notes, and level up your organization game? This workshop is designed to introduce participants to Obsidian, a cutting-edge note-taking and knowledge management tool that revolutionizes the way information is captured, organized, and interconnected. It is a free and widely-used platform that leverages the concept of ...more about Digital Note-Taking for the Busy Educator (NEW)
Do you ever find yourself holding your breath when stressed? Are you looking for ways to promote wellbeing for yourself and your students and create a calm and supportive learning environment? “Breathwork,” or intentional breathing exercises and practices, can help. Breathwork is grounded in centuries of cultural and spiritual practice, yet its efficacy is supported ...more about Putting on Your Oxygen Mask: Breathwork for Challenging Times
Join Valentino Vasquez, American Sign Language Instructor, to explore why and how Deaf people identify as members of a cultural and linguistic minority group in America. This 80-min. workshop is an ideal opportunity for participants to learn more about the ideology of Deaf people and become an ally. Tuesday, April 16th, 2:00 – 3:20 p.m., ...more about American Deaf Culture
Are you interested in learning more about the use of AI in the classroom and how to incorporate this tool in your class assignments? This book club workshop will provide you with practical ideas on how you can use AI in your course assignments. We will also unlock powerful ways to streamline teaching and save ...more about Envisioning the Future of AI in Your Classroom
In this self-paced workshop series, participants will connect with other faculty and hear from a guest speaker to determine how generative artificial intelligence should and/or should not be used by students and what the consequences for misuse should be. The ultimate goal of this workshop is for faculty to individually create policies on AI and ...more about Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity: Creating a Course Policy
Join this 90-minute session to explore creative strategies like design thinking to reconsider your course. Our very own Deborah Leblang (Art Department) will share ideas from Stanford's d.school about achieving innovation through inspiration. This workshop will lead participants through relevant examples and prepare participants to redesign a course module using tools introduced in the session. ...more about Unlocking our Teaching Potential
Critical Thinking has been the most widely claimed and assessed General Education outcome at our college, and it is consistently high on lists of what employers look for in college graduates. So how can we teach and assess these skills? In this workshop series, we will examine the history of critical thinking, several of the ...more about Critical Thinking for Today’s Educator (NEW)
In session 1 we'll explore the components of Mindful Communication, look at research findings, and practice leading with Presence. In session 2 we’ll practice Intention and Attention. In session 3, we'll explore having an attitude of Nonjudgement and practice Mindful Speaking. In session 4 we’ll practice Deep Listening. Participants will not be expected to complete ...more about Mindful Communication in the Classroom: Small Science-based Approaches to Enhance Student Learning
