Innovative Education

Digital Learning at USF St. Petersburg

Upcoming Trainings

Canvas Fundamentals

In this session, we provide you with the most critical Canvas features in preparation for the semester launch. We will cover uploading your syllabus, menu setup, connecting Teams, assignment setup, gradebook and more. Attendees are encouraged to follow along and set up their course as we work through the steps.

 
Course Enhancement with Generative AI

By now, you have probably heard of generative AI (GenAI). Platforms like Microsoft Co-Pilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini are revolutionizing productivity. In this session, you will learn how to fully leverage this technology to enhance your course(s) and optimize efficiencies. We will discuss and practice effective prompt engineering, explore GenAI use cases for course enhancement, see how your peer faculty are utilizing GenAI for their courses, and ultimately construct your own GenAI Course Enhancement Plan.


MS Teams Essentials and Updates

In this session, we provide you with the most critical Teams features in preparation for the semester launch. This includes connecting ("synch") your Canvas course to Teams, setting up a Teams meeting, recording, and general best practices when using Teams. Attendees are encouraged to follow along and set up their course as we work through the steps. We will also cover some of the most important upcoming updates related to Teams Class, Teams Meetings, and the setup of each. 


Honorlock: Setup, Exam Review and Best Practices

Honorlock is the official USF online proctoring solution. In this session we will cover setup, exam review, best practices for using Honorlock, and more.


(New & Enhanced) Canvas Rubrics: Creation and management with GenAI  


In this session, we will provide you with an overview the new "Enhanced" Canvas rubric solution.  You will learn how to create rubrics, edit, and best practices to ensure the highest level of effectivness. Following this, we will demonstrate how you can utilize GenAI to assist you in rubric creation. 


Unlock the Power of new Quizzes


In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into Canvas New Quizzes, highlighting its key features, functional advantages, and how it compares to Classic Quizzes. We’ll explore the newest question types, new accommodation options, expanded settings, and more to help you make the most of this updated assessment solution.


Quiz Creation in Half the Time with GETMARKED


GETMARKED enables instructors to quickly import questions into Canvas. This powerful solution also supports the importing of images, audio-based questions, feedback, and a variety of question types. Come see how to use this great tool!

 
The No-Reply Discussion: How to Create Meaningful Learning Activities in Canvas

Discussions Without Requiring Student Interaction
Rethink online discussions! Join our workshop on The No-Reply Discussion and discover how to design Canvas discussion activities that spark deep learning—without requiring student replies. Create engaging tasks that save time and boost critical thinking. Transform your discussions today!

This event is available as an in-person workshop along with the Teams webinar. If you'd like to attend in-person join us on the second floor of the Poynter Library on the St. Pete campus room POY231.


Course Enhancement with Generative AI


By now, you have probably heard of generative AI (GenAI). Platforms like Microsoft Co-Pilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini are revolutionizing productivity. In this session, you will learn how to fully leverage this technology to enhance your course(s) and optimize efficiencies. We will discuss and practice effective prompt engineering, explore GenAI use cases for course enhancement, see how your peer faculty are utilizing GenAI for their courses, and ultimately construct your own GenAI Course Enhancement Plan.


AI-Enhanced Learning: Empowering Student Success


When it comes to using generative AI, there's a lot to think about! We want to show you how to responsibly and effectively integrate generative AI tools into your teaching practices, supported by USF's guidelines and resources. In this workshop, we'll begin by covering USF's guidelines for ethical generative AI usage. We'll then explore various applications of AI in teaching and learning, such as creating content, including AI-generated media. You'll also learn best practices and "gotchas" to watch for when working with these powerful tools. 


Introduction to (Digital) Accessibility


In this session, you'll learn what makes documents and digital media assets "accessible" within your course. You'll learn why accessible is not only required, but beneficial to all students. We'll then explore the tools to help you get your files in shape, and wrap up by demonstrating easier fixes you can do now in Canvas and Word.


Engagement Tools to Enhance Student Learning


Do you want to bring more engagement & interaction into your online course? In this session, we'll be discussing strategies & tools to help make this happen in both synchronous and asynchronous courses. This session includes time for a hands-on approach to dive into an online course and "play" with the tools.


Bring Book Club Vibes to Your Course with Social Annotations


Want to boost student engagement with your course materials? Try social annotations! This approach lets students interact with content — and each other — “in the margins,” encouraging deeper reading, shared insights, and stronger learning communities. Think collaborative commenting on articles, videos, or podcasts using SpeedGrader-like annotation tools. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to design these activities with practical strategies you can use right away.


Using Guided Videos to Improve Reading Retention
(St. pete campus - POY231)


Make readings stick! Join our workshop on Using Guided Videos to Improve Reading Retention and learn how to create short, targeted videos that boost student comprehension and engagement with course texts. Transform how your students read and learn in one session!

This event is available as an in-person workshop along with the Teams webinar. If you'd like to attend in-person join us on the second floor of the Poynter Library on the St. Pete campus room POY231.

 
Video Best Practices for Success


In this session, we will discuss best practices for developing recorded presentations and lectures no matter what recording tool you use. These practices will help you produce videos that will keep your students engaged, save you time, and look good in the process.

 
Strategies for Learning: Teaching Students SMART Goals


Empower your students to succeed! Join our workshop on Goal Setting Strategies for Learning and learn how to teach students to create SMART goals. Unlock tools to boost motivation, focus, and achievement in your courses. Transform student outcomes with one powerful strategy!

 
Why Won't Students Read My Syllabus? 
(St. Pete campus - POY231)


Tired of students missing key course details? Discover the power of the Integrated Syllabus in our workshop! Learn how to craft a dynamic, engaging syllabus that students actually read and use. Transform your course foundation into a tool for success and streamline communication—all in one session!

This event is available as an in-person workshop along with the Teams webinar. If you'd like to attend in-person join us on the second floor of the Poynter Library on the St. Pete campus room POY231.