Past Events

Teaching Through Role Play

Nov 18, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Curiosity, Motivation, Student Engagement

In this participatory in-person workshop, we’ll explore how instructors might enhance student engagement and learning through role play. Join us as we explore how you might select, adapt, and implement various types of role play to help bring your course content to life.

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Graduate Badge: Learning Through Discussion

Nov 14, 2024, 1:30 – 2:30 PM

Active Learning, Student Engagement

Classroom discussions can be a powerful learning experience for students. This workshop will engage participants in reflecting on why discussions are an effective pedagogical tool, but also what the challenges and barriers are to holding effective discussions. What structures and strategies can we implement to facilitate deep discussions and motivate student engagement?

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UK Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Research Symposium

Nov 12, 2024, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Artificial Intelligence

This event, hosted by the UK AI/ML Hub, explores cutting-edge techniques of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning from both technical and applicational perspectives; Connects researchers from a breadth of colleges and disciplines to promote transdisciplinary collaboration; Includes an immersive, non-technical workshop introducing AI/ML applications to students and faculty with minimal previous experience; and Includes networking opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing AI/ML opportunities.

Launching Your SoTL Project: A Roadmap for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

Nov 7, 2024, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning

Engaging in the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) can provide enriching new insights into your teaching and complement your research. This Zoom workshop will provide a framework for you to use as your start your journey as well as time to begin conceptualizing your project.

Curiosity Fair

Nov 6, 2024, 4:00 – 6:00 PM

Curiosity

The purpose of the Curiosity Fair is to celebrate the role of curiosity in education, by inviting participants to engage in interactive demos from a variety of disciplines, from science to art to humanities. The event is informal, fun, and free!

Using Canva for Collaborative Learning

Nov 6, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Active Learning, Student Engagement

Join us for a virtual workshop on using Canva to enhance collaborative learning. This session will feature an overview of the Canva platform and its tools, along with specific examples of how to incorporate Canva into your classroom activities. We'll wrap up with a discussion and time for questions, ensuring you leave with practical strategies for integrating Canva into your teaching.

Interactive Lecturing (Graduate Badge Eligible)

Oct 24, 2024, 1:30 – 2:30 PM

Active Learning

Embedding opportunities for student participation within your lectures can enhance student’ learning and enjoyment. In this Zoom workshop, we’ll explore several concrete, evidence-based strategies for transforming traditional lectures into active, student-centered learning experiences. This session is designed with graduate teaching instructors but is open to anyone interested in learning about the topic. NB: this workshop counts towards the CELT Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.

Ignite Learning: Science of Learning Essentials Information Session

Oct 16, 2024, 3:00 – 3:30 PM

Curiosity, Motivation

The Ignite Learning Series dives into the science of learning to provide instructors with evidence-driven ideas for enhancing learning within their courses. In this info session, we will highlight essential techniques that will help your students become more self-directed learners. This info session is followed by an optional Q&A.

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Commonwealth Computational Summit "AI in Education" Session

Oct 16, 2024, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Artificial Intelligence

The AI in Education session, hosted virtually and open to participants in and beyond the state of Kentucky, will feature panels focusing on AI and feedback on writing and reviews, research and training in development, analytics and administrative efficiencies, assignments and learning activities, and AI in education and professional life. Speakers represent EKU, NKU, UK, and WKU.

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Beyond the Hype Cycle: Generative AI in Work, Learning, and Life

Oct 11, 2024, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Artificial Intelligence

For the concluding event of UK Libraries' AI Literacy Week, join us for a discussion that will unpack the research and the speculation on the role of generative AI for our work, learning, and lives. We'll review where we are now with generative AI and look to concrete possibilities that step out of the hype cycle.