Welcome to the home of ACE’s PD Opportunities.
In the accordion menu below, you will find session information, dates and times of PD being delivered at Canadore. This information will be updated before each PD Opportunity Week. Registration is required and can be done by using the registration link. Feel free to join us for as many or as few sessions as you would like.
If you have questions, concerns or ideas surrounding PD, please reach out to ace@canadorecollege.ca.
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Dates for 2024/25
- August 26 - 30
- October 24
- December 9 - 20
- February 27
- May 19 - June 6
May be subject to change
The Importance of Accommodation
Session Facilitator: Julie Gervais
Session Description: Join us for an informative session on the critical importance of accommodations in the educational environment. We will explore the legislative duty to accommodate and clarify common misconceptions about whether accommodations are optional. This session aims to provide faculty with a deeper understanding of their responsibilities, the legal frameworks in place, and practical strategies to ensure all students have equal access to learning opportunities.
The Importance of Accommodation
Session Facilitator: Julie Gervais
Session Description: Join us for an informative session on the critical importance of accommodations in the educational environment. We will explore the legislative duty to accommodate and clarify common misconceptions about whether accommodations are optional. This session aims to provide faculty with a deeper understanding of their responsibilities, the legal frameworks in place, and practical strategies to ensure all students have equal access to learning opportunities.
Universal Design for Learning
Session Facilitator: Trish Luciani
Session Description: Discover the fundamentals of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in this engaging session. We’ll cover the core principles of UDL and how they can be applied to create inclusive and flexible learning environments that meet the diverse needs of all students. Participants will gain practical insights and strategies to make their teaching more accessible and effective, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Digital Accessibility
Session Facilitator: Inci Sariz-Bilge
Session Description: Join us for an introductory session on digital accessibility, where we will explore the essential principles and practices needed to make digital content accessible to all students. This session will cover the basics of creating accessible documents and presentations to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Learn practical tips to enhance the digital experience for all learners and make your teaching more inclusive.
Universal Design for Learning
Session Facilitator: Trish Luciani
Session Description: Discover the fundamentals of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in this engaging session. We’ll cover the core principles of UDL and how they can be applied to create inclusive and flexible learning environments that meet the diverse needs of all students. Participants will gain practical insights and strategies to make their teaching more accessible and effective, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Digital Accessibility
Session Facilitator: Inci Sariz-Bilge
Session Description: Join us for an introductory session on digital accessibility, where we will explore the essential principles and practices needed to make digital content accessible to all students. This session will cover the basics of creating accessible documents and presentations to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Learn practical tips to enhance the digital experience for all learners and make your teaching more inclusive.
Generative AI and Canadore's Position Statement
Session Facilitators: Marianne Haist and Alex Davis
Session Description: This session will provide an overview of what generative AI is, its potential uses in teaching and learning, and the ethical considerations surrounding its application. We will also discuss the college's official position statement on AI, highlighting guidelines and best practices for faculty. Gain a clear understanding of how to navigate this emerging technology while upholding academic integrity and fostering a positive learning environment.
Generative AI and Canadore's Position Statement
Session Facilitators: Marianne Haist and Alex Davis
Session Description: This session will provide an overview of what generative AI is, its potential uses in teaching and learning, and the ethical considerations surrounding its application. We will also discuss the college's official position statement on AI, highlighting guidelines and best practices for faculty. Gain a clear understanding of how to navigate this emerging technology while upholding academic integrity and fostering a positive learning environment.
Using Copyleaks for Academic Integrity
Session Facilitators: Marianne Haist and Jacob Baisley
Session Description: In this session, we will explore how to use Copyleaks, a powerful tool for maintaining academic integrity in your courses. Learn how Copyleaks can help detect plagiarism, support original student work, and promote ethical writing practices. We'll cover the basics of setting up and using Copyleaks, interpreting reports, and effectively integrating it into your teaching strategies. Enhance your approach to academic honesty and ensure a fair learning environment for all students.
Using Copyleaks for Academic Integrity
Session Facilitators: Marianne Haist and Jacob Baisley
Session Description: In this session, we will explore how to use Copyleaks, a powerful tool for maintaining academic integrity in your courses. Learn how Copyleaks can help detect plagiarism, support original student work, and promote ethical writing practices. We'll cover the basics of setting up and using Copyleaks, interpreting reports, and effectively integrating it into your teaching strategies. Enhance your approach to academic honesty and ensure a fair learning environment for all students.