• Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

  • 23-24 Special Interest Groups 

    Interested in having a deeper discussion during a special interest group (SIG)? Join one of the SIG cohorts where you will meet with a small group of colleagues 3 times during a semester to really explore one of the SIG topics below. Teaching Innovation Fellows will lead two cohorts - one during the Fall semester and one during the Spring semester - and take a deeper dive into their SIG topic. This gives you the opportunity to participate in not one but two different SIGs during the academic year!

     

    After participating in all of your SIG cohort's sessions, applying learned content into your classroom/program, and sharing those applications university-wide, you will be awarded an FCI digital badge related to your SIG. Just click the registration button below to sign up for the SIG of your choosing!

     

    And if you're torn on which SIG topic to attend, we encourage you to join one SIG in the fall and another in the spring.

    Educating in the

    Age of AI 

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    Led by: Marina Layvand

     

    Spring Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Thur., Feb. 8th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Thur., Mar. 14th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Thur., Apr. 11th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT 

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    Join the Educating in the Age of AI special interest group (SIG) and explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence in all instructional modalities. Engage in lively discussions with experts and colleagues as we delve into the latest strategies, ethical considerations, and cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the future of learning and teaching. Don't miss this opportunity to share insights and contribute to the dialogue on navigating the evolving landscape of education in the era of AI!

    Wellness Matters: Strategies for Happier and Healthier Students 

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    Led by: Andrew Munsterman

     

    Spring Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Wed., Jan. 24th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Wed., Feb. 21st, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Wed., Mar. 27th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    The Wellness Matters: Strategies for Happier and Healthier Students special interest group (SIG) focuses on integrating healthy habits into our students' daily learning experiences and helps faculty customize their courses to support overall wellness. Practical and evidence-based strategies for managing these topics will be discussed, and participating faculty will develop and share strategies to integrate wellness into their learning environment.

    Truth or Consequences: Discussion of Scholarship in the Information Frontier

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    Led by: Candace Windel

     

    Spring Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Thur., Feb. 15th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Thur., Mar. 21st, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT
    • Thur., Apr. 18th, from 12:00-1:00pm, CT

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    Interested in learning methods to enable your students identify relevant, credible sources? Join the Truth or Consequences: Discussion of Scholarship in the Digital Information Frontier special interest group (SIG), where faculty will learn strategies to help students develop usable and transferable critical thinking skills to separate intellectual wheat from a universe of digital chaff—both for a more successful academic career and for productive life as a citizen.

  • 23-24 Special Interest Groups 

    Interested in having a deeper discussion during a special interest group (SIG)? Join one of the SIG cohorts where you will meet with a small group of colleagues 3 times during a semester to really explore one of the SIG topics below. Teaching Innovation Fellows will lead two cohorts - one during the Fall semester and one during the Spring semester - and take a deeper dive into their SIG topic. This gives you the opportunity to participate in not one but two different SIGs during the academic year!
     
    After participating in all of your SIG cohort's sessions, applying learned content into your classroom/program, and sharing those applications university-wide, you will be awarded an FCI digital badge related to your SIG. Just click the registration button below to sign up for the SIG of your choosing!
     
    And if you're torn on which SIG topic to attend, we encourage you to join one SIG in the fall and another in the spring. (Note. Dates for the Fall cohort are listed below. Spring dates will be listed mid-fall.)

    Educating in the

    Age of AI 

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    Led by: Marina Layvand

     

    Fall Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Oct. 17 (Tue.) from 9:00-10:00am, CT
    • Nov. 8 (Wed.) from 9:00-10:00am, CT
    • Dec. 4 (Mon.) from 9:00-10:00am, CT 

    Spring cohort dates and times will be announced during the middle of the Fall semester.

     

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    Join the Educating in the Age of AI special interest group (SIG) and explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence in all instructional modalities. Engage in lively discussions with experts and colleagues as we delve into the latest strategies, ethical considerations, and cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the future of learning and teaching. Don't miss this opportunity to share insights and contribute to the dialogue on navigating the evolving landscape of education in the era of AI!

    Wellness Matters: Strategies for Happier and Healthier Students 

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    Led by: Andrew Munsterman

     

    Fall Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Aug. 30 (Wed.) from 11:30am-12:30pm, CT
    • Nov. 1 (Wed.) from 11:30am-12:30pm, CT
    • Nov. 29 (Wed.) from 11:30am-12:30pm, CT 

    Spring cohort dates and times will be announced during the middle of the Fall semester.

     

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    The Wellness Matters: Strategies for Happier and Healthier Students special interest group (SIG) focuses on integrating healthy habits into our students' daily learning experiences and helps faculty customize their courses to support overall wellness. Practical and evidence-based strategies for managing these topics will be discussed, and participating faculty will develop and share strategies to integrate wellness into their learning environment.

    Truth or Consequences: Discussion of Scholarship in the Information Frontier

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    Led by: Candace Windel

     

    Fall Cohort Dates & Times:

    • Sept. 7 (Thur.) from 6:00-7:00pm, CT
    • Oct. 5 (Thur.) from 6:00-7:00pm, CT
    • Nov. 9 (Thur.) from 6:00-7:00pm, CT

    Spring cohort dates and times will be announced during the middle of the Fall semester.

     

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

    Interested in learning methods to enable your students identify relevant, credible sources? Join the Truth or Consequences: Discussion of Scholarship in the Digital Information Frontier special interest group (SIG), where faculty will learn strategies to help students develop usable and transferable critical thinking skills to separate intellectual wheat from a universe of digital chaff—both for a more successful academic career and for productive life as a citizen.

  • 2022-2023 SIGs

     
    This year’s Special Interest Groups (SIGs) will be led by Teaching Innovation Fellows for 2022-23AY. SIG participants commit to attend all 4 sessions (one session per term) to join these communities. If you are interested in learning about a topic below, in being part of a community of practitioners, and reigniting your passion for teaching – apply to join a SIG today! All faculty are eligible to apply to join a SIG HERE – seating is limited so register early.
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    Interdisciplinary Work

    across the Academy

     
    Presented by: Patricia Ryberg

     

    Fall Dates & Times: 

    • Sept. 22 (Thur.) from 10:30-11:30am, CST

    • Nov. 17 (Thur.) from 10:30-11:30am, CST

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

     

    Are you interested in exploring how experiential learning methods can enhance your classes? Join the Interdisciplinary Work across the Academy SIG, share your thoughts and listen to others’ ideas, and investigate these techniques while using a group of high performing students from the Honors Academy as a testing ground. Let’s dive into this safe place together and discover best practices of experiential learning and how to successfully apply these strategies into the classroom.
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    Beyond the Basics: Developing the Whole Student

     

    Presented by: Heather Strafaccia

     

    Fall Dates & Times: 

    • Sept. 13 (Tue.) from 12:00-1:00pm, CST

    • Nov. 8 (Tue.) from 12:00-1:00pm, CST

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

     

    Join us for the Beyond the Basics: Developing the Whole Student SIG to connect with colleagues across the university and to guide and support student achievement. We’ll help students move past basic cognitive skills and find innovative ways to assist students as they take a holistic approach and transform their learning.
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    Faculty Actively Fostering a Sense of Belonging

     

    Presented by: Jennifer Whitley

     

    Fall Dates & Times: 

    • Sept. 14 (Wed.) from 12:00-1:00pm, CST

    • Oct. 19 (Wed.) from 12:00-1:00pm, CST

    Location: Online; additional information to follow for those who register

     

    The Faculty Actively Fostering a Sense of Belonging SIG will focus on faculty looking inward into how we can create a more inclusive learning environment. Join us as we dive deeper into this topic, and utilize Dr. Tracie Addy’s keynote address and book as a framework to share our thoughts and ideas. The first 10 registrants will be provided Dr. Addy’s co-authored book – What Inclusive Instructors Do. The group intends to address the big question: How can we actively foster an inclusive class and sense of belonging, while also encouraging students to take ownership of their learning? 

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    Legacy Fellows' SIG Content

    Interested in exploring previous years’ SIG content from our Legacy Fellows, then check out innovative teaching resources here. Topics include but are not limited to:
    • Active Learning with Pirate Patch
    • Universal Design of Instruction
    • Trauma and Resilience
    • The Dark (& Bright) Side of Human Communication
    • Facilitating a Community of Inquiry
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