Back-To-School Workshops

At the beginning of the fall and spring semesters, we offer a variety of tech trainings and pedagogy workshops to help instructors prepare for the new semester. Find descriptions and links to register for our January 2025 sessions below (all sessions will be held on Zoom). At the bottom of the page are links to recordings from prior sessions.

If you’re looking for one-on-one support, see below to sign up for a 45-minute consultation (either remote or on campus) or contact centerforteaching@bc.edu.

Canvas Basics (on Zoom)

Wednesday, January 8, 10:00-11:30

Canvas is an online learning management system that can serve as a central hub for your course. It can be an important tool for communicating with your students about course structure and requirements, and sharing course materials including syllabi, readings, and other media. During this workshop, we will introduce instructors to the Canvas platform and essential features such as Announcements, Files, Modules, Pages, and Discussions. The session will include substantial hands-on practice.

Register for Canvas Basics

Canvas Assignments and Grading (on Zoom)

Wednesday, January 8, 1:00-2:30

This session provides an overview of the Assignments tool in Canvas, including the new integration of Google tools such as Docs and Slides. In addition to learning how grading works in Canvas, in this session you can expect to learn how to:

  • create and modify assignments
  • accept student submissions
  • account for learning accommodations, such as extra time to complete tests or assignments
  • ensure students see the comments made on their submissions

The session will conclude with time for optional hands-on practice.

Register for Canvas Assignments and Grading

GenAI Essentials (on Zoom)

Thursday, January 9, 10:00-11:30

This workshop introduces faculty to the resources available on campus to support the use (or non-use) of Generative AI (GenAI) in teaching. Participants will learn strategies for discussing the ethical implications of GenAI with students and explore practical approaches for deciding if and how to integrate GenAI tools into their courses. The session is designed as an introduction to understanding how GenAI can be used responsibly in teaching and learning.

Register for GenAI Essentials

Individual Appointments (in person or on Zoom)

As Availability Permits, January 7, 9, & 10

Working out the specifics for an assignment, class session, or course policies? Questions about Canvas, GenAI, or other BC supported technologies for teaching? Make an appointment to meet one-on-one with a CTE staff member, either on campus or over Zoom, depending on your preference. If you don't see any times that work for you, email us at centerforteaching@bc.edu.

In signing up, you’ll be asked what you would like to meet about and whether you would like to come to the CTE or receive a link to meet on Zoom. If you request to meet on Zoom, a link will be added to the calendar event before your appointment. If it’s your first time using the Google appointment system and some instructions would be helpful, feel free to refer to these steps for signing up for an appointment.

Sign Up for One-on-One Support

Past Session Recordings

Click the links below to see recordings from previous tech trainings:

Accommodation Requests

The Center for Teaching Excellence is committed to providing equal access to its events and programs. Individuals with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations or who have questions about physical access may contact centerforteaching@bc.edu.

Past Back-to-School Workshops

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