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The Teaching and Learning Support Services (TLSS) offers free training activities for faculty members. Some events are targeted at faculty, and some are targeted at teaching assistants. Conferences are open to all. Our workshops cover various topics in post-secondary education, such as teaching technology, university teaching, classrooms, etc. We also sometimes offer full days, such as the Design-A-Thon, new faculty and teaching assistant orientation days, etc.

Events by categoryFaculty members - Teaching Assistants Keynote lectures - Special events.

All times listed are in the following time zone: (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Discover the technologies available in your classroom

Friday, December 6 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Would you like to make the most of the technologies available in your classroom (podium features, Zoom or MS Teams connection, lecture recording, etc.)? Come and test the equipment or simply talk to our specialists, who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have...

How Faculty and Instructors Can Reduce Their Workload and Save Time with AI Teaching Assistant Pro

Tuesday, December 10 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Learn how to use the AI Teaching Assistant Pro to support your teaching. AI Teaching Assistant Pro is a free digital assistant developed by Contact North...

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This event is organized and managed by Contact North. You will be redirected during the registration process. If you require technical support, please communicate directly with Contact North. This webinar is offered as free additional resources. The opinions expressed in it do not necessarily reflect the views of the TLSS or the University of Ottawa.

Discover the technologies available in your classroom

Tuesday, December 10 2024 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Would you like to make the most of the technologies available in your classroom (podium features, Zoom or MS Teams connection, lecture recording, etc.)? Come and test the equipment or simply talk to our specialists, who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have...

First Day of Class: Strategies for a Successful Term

Tuesday, December 10 2024 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This webinar will explore how to create a positive first day of class. We will consider various strategies we can implement to build an engaging and supportive learning environment for students...

Making Your Course Zero or Low Textbook Cost

Wednesday, December 11 2024 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
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Catherine Lachaîne
, Open Education Librarian (Interim)
Isabelle Castonguay
, On-site Lead, Health Sciences Library

Starting in January 2025, professors will be required to provide students with a syllabus clearly outlining the specific costs associated with each required and optional textbook and learning resource to comply with the academic regulation A-2.4. Did you know that textbooks can represent an expense of over $1,000 every year for our students? Join us for an informative webinar exploring the valuable resources available at your library...

Ready, Set, Teach!

Thursday, December 12 2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Join us for 30 minutes, and we will provide practical tips, resources and simple strategies for preparing your courses for the next term...

9-Point Action Plan: Guiding Generative AI Integration in Education

Tuesday, January 28 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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In a world where generative AI is rapidly reshaping industries, education institutions face the urgent challenge of adapting to this transformative technology. Join this insightful webinar led by Dr. Brent Anders, author of 9-Point Action Plan: for Generative AI Integration into Education, as he unveils a practical framework to guide your institution through AI integration...

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This event is organized and managed by Contact North. You will be redirected during the registration process. If you require technical support, please communicate directly with Contact North. This webinar is offered as free additional resources. The opinions expressed in it do not necessarily reflect the views of the TLSS or the University of Ottawa.