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Monthly Archives: March 2018
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 6
Join OPD as they do the final deep dive into Canvas on Monday, April 30, from 12:30-1 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This workshop will cover apps and tools that may be useful to engage faculty and students, as well as Q&A and tips and tricks. Discussion will be hosted by Cole Diaz. For more
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 5
Join OPD as they do the next deep dive into Canvas on Wednesday, April 25, from 12:30-1 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This workshop will cover the Modules page, more advanced use of the People page and creating student groups. Discussion will be hosted by Cole Diaz. For more information, contact Steve Hill at ext. 1762
OPD Workshop: Dealing with Disruptive and Distressed Students
This OPD workshop is designed to help faculty and staff learn how to handle disruptive and/or distressed students on Wednesday, April 25, from noon-1 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 112. You will learn how to prevent disruptions, including disruptions caused by students with disabilities, identify the warning signs of potentially harmful situations and
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 4
Join OPD as they do the next deep dive into Canvas on Monday, April 23, from 12:30-1 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This workshop will cover SpeedGrader, attendance, extra credit and other features in the grade book. Discussion will be hosted by Cole Diaz. For more information, contact Steve Hill at ext. 1762 or OPD@cf.edu. Add
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 3
Join OPD as they do the next deep dive into Canvas on Wednesday, April 18, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This workshop will cover quiz settings, test banks and giving extra time to students with accommodations. Discussion will be hosted by Cole Diaz. For more information, contact Steve Hill at ext. 1762 or OPD@cf.edu.
OPD Workshop: Your Syllabus and the Millennial
Join OPD for a discussion hosted by Kathy Robbins around the course syllabus and why it’s your first impression of your course on Wednesday, April 11 from 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This session will talk about getting your students to read the syllabus and the reason why it has a
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 2
Join OPD as they do the next deep dive into Canvas on Monday, April 9, from 12:30-1 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. This workshop will cover discussion settings, peer reviews and rubrics. Discussion will be hosted by Cole Diaz. For more information, contact Steve Hill at ext. 1762 or OPD@cf.edu Add to my calendar
OPD Workshop: Diving Deeper into Canvas Session 1
Join OPD as they do a deep dive into creating assignments in Canvas on Wednesday, April 4, from 12:30-1:30 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 117D. Topics include: assignment groups, different submission types, creating extra credit, Turnitin, peer reviews, SpeedGrader and other settings. For more information, contact Steve Hill at ext. 1762 or OPD@cf.edu.
Board Report from the Feb. 28, 2018, meeting of the CF District Board of Trustees
The meeting was held at the Jack Wilkinson Levy Campus. Levy Campus Update Provost Holly McGlashan welcomed District Board of Trustees members, college representatives and guests to the campus, which she said is serving the community well. New science courses have been added, which allow students to complete all prerequisites for nursing at the campus.
CF Road Scholars D.C. and New York Trip
CF Road Scholars presents an amazing opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., and New York City, July 12-17. Trip cost is $1,675 and includes five nights accommodations, all ground transportation, two traditional dinners, daily continental breakfast, full-time guide, roundtrip airfare and entrance into all venues. The first payment of $525 is due April 12. For more information
Mindfulness Workshop in the New Studio, April 4
You are invited to check out the new location for the next mindfulness workshop on Wednesday, April 4, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Instructional Center, (Building 9) Room 101. We are cultivating contemplative practices at CF. The following classes will be offered: 11 a.m.-noon: Essential oils and healthy living 12:30-1:30 p.m.: Partner Yoga (bring
MEGA Mondays: Are You on the Right Path for Reaching Your Goals?
Join us for the next MEGA Monday session on April 2, 12:30-1:45 p.m., in the Humanities and Social Sciences Building, Room 110, to learn if you are on the right path for reaching your goals. Students can join a discussion around meeting their assigned academic advisor and pathway faculty member, learn more about StartSmart, learn how
Mega Mondays: In-Class, Online or Hybrid? March 26
Join the Honors Institute at the next Mega Monday class on March, 26, from 12:30-1:45 p.m., in the Humanities and Social Sciences Building, Room 110 to discuss the pros and cons of taking classes in person, online or a combination of both. Food will be provided. Join MEGA Mondays to discover the amazing service learning
Corporate College Class: Basic Supervision Class
Join CF’s Corporate College Basic Supervision with Uli Munroe on Mondays and Fridays, April 23, 27, 30 and May 4, from 8 a.m.- noon, in the Ewers Center, Room 310. The cost is $299. CF faculty and staff can use a fee waiver. This course will give attendees a sound fundamental foundation to supervision and shows
Appleton Inspired Fashion Show, April 21
Join the Appleton Museum of Art in a dress-to-impress fashion show event Saturday, April 21, 5-8 p.m. with special VIP guest Fabio Costa, designer and “Project Runway” star. Tickets are expected to sell out fast. Any faculty and staff interested are encouraged to acquire their tickets fast. This glamorous evening begins with a pre-party of hors
Professional Development Employee Survey
The Office of Professional Development at CF is reviewing employee professional development and training to ensure that programs provide meaningful learning opportunities to enhance employee growth and satisfaction. Your feedback is extremely important in helping OPD achieve this objective. It will take 5-10 minutes to complete this survey. All responses are anonymous unless you choose
OPD Workshop: Nearing Retirement in the FRS, May 3
This workshop focuses on discussing the practical issues important for those nearing retirement. Topics include setting retirement goals, including income needs and understanding your sources of retirement income including the Florida Retirement System and Social Security. Distribution options for various plans and how to explore an annual income stream in retirement that will last a lifetime. You will learn about taxation, required minimum
OPD Workshop: Business Travel, April 26
Do you travel on CF business? There is a process and steps to follow including forms to fill out, signatures and approvals before you go out of town on CF business. Come to this workshop and find out more from the Business office staff on Thursday, April 26, from 2-3 p.m., in the Learning Resources Center, Room 112. For more information,
OPD Workshop: Accounts Payable and Budget Review, April 19
Have you ever had to process a check requisition, create a purchase order or process an invoice to be paid. Interested in how to review your department budget or make sure you are being billed for the correct items and using the correct GCL? Join the Business office staff and find out more on Thursday, April 19, from 2-3 p.m.,