Look through our curated list of upcoming events and resources to continue your online teaching and learning professional development. Sign up to access extra member benefits and discounts through our institutional memberships.
Upcoming and On-Demand Events
OLC and QM Webinars - Free
- Quality Matters (QM) 7th Edition Rubric – Online, Asynchronous
Learn about changes made to the QM Higher Education Rubric in the Seventh Edition, released on July 5, 2023. The rubric is updated periodically to reflect community input, new research and changes in best practices. Changes include new information for reviewing synchronous online courses and a focus on inclusion and belonging. Take advantage of the training course for QM members, available for free through the end of 2023.
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Energize Me! Caffeine-Free Energy! – July 26, 2023, 12-1 pm CT
Online educators often experience stress and a lack of energy, leading to decreased satisfaction and potential burnout. Factors contributing to this stress include Zoom fatigue, technostress, and work-life balance challenges. Engage in this virtual exploration of the presenters' top 10 holistic self-care practices to boost energy levels.
OLC and QM Workshops - Fee-based
Create an account with your UIOWA email to access additional benefits and discounts. Browse through the OLC Institute Schedule or the QM Workshops page for a full listing of upcoming fee-based workshops.
- Addressing Accessibility & Usability – July 6, 2023 – July 20, 2023 (Thursday – Thursday)
This two-week, asynchronous workshop will guide you through designing a course with accessibility, usability, and readability in mind. Discuss challenges your learners may encounter in online learning environments and how Universal Design for Learning can be utilized to create an optimal, easily navigable course for your learners. A minimum commitment of 5-6 hours per week is recommended to successfully fulfill this workshop’s learning objectives.
- Inclusive Assessment: (Un)Grading for Growth – July 24, 2023 – July 30, 2023 (Monday – Sunday)
This asynchronous workshop begins with a discussion on common concerns around digital learning assessment practices and provides alternative approaches to these assessment types. Delve into topics such as authentic assessment and course alignment and familiarize yourself with broader strategies like (un)grading and learning contracts. By the end of the workshop, you will be equipped with a plan to begin implementing alternative assessments into your course
Resources
Looking for on-demand webinars and resources?
- Access extra member benefits and discounts for Online Learning Consortium (OLC) and Quality Matters (QM) resources through our institutional memberships: check the QM archives and OLC pre-recorded webinars list for sessions covering trending topics, best practices, and expert insights.