Teaching and Learning Innovation
Innovating and improving teaching and learning practices are the core duties and responsibilities of educators. Check out the resources from how learning works to reflecting and celebrating teaching and learning
Academic Quality Enhancement
Innovating and improving teaching and learning practices are the core duties and responsibilities of educators. Check out the resources from how learning works to reflecting and celebrating teaching and learning
Reflections on the POD 2024 conference and why you might want to go!
Written by Jen Wrye with the assistance of Generative AI I had the opportunity to attend the 2024 Professional and Organizational Developers’ Network (POD) conference in Chicago, Illinois. This was my second time going to POD and it is sure to make as big an impact on my practice this time as it did the…
**NEW** Resource for Students to Explore GenAI
introducing the Artificial Intelligence Student Exploration Group (students click DISCOVER tab in Brightspace to enrol) NIC and CTLI are excited to announce the launch of a new self-enrol Brightspace course for students interested in exploring generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its applications in education. This group provides a collaborative space for students to learn and…
Brightspace – Term Start Checklist
21 IMPORTANT CHECKLIST ITEMS TO ENSURE YOUR BRIGHTSPACE COURSE IS READY for STUDENTS! Here is a handy-dandy checklist of 21 important items to ensure your course is ready to for learning. Completing and checking off these 21 items will ensure your course is ready for your students. Each item has a resource to learn more….
Grading Without Losing your Mind (or your Student’s Respect)
Grading is one of the most stressful and time-consuming parts of teaching. The endless hours spent assessing papers and assignments often come with a mix of frustrations, exhaustion and even self-doubt. The pressure to grade fairly, efficiently and meaningfully can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s easy to feel buried under a mountain of assessments. But…
Rethinking Assessment: Exploring Alternative Grading Practices
Alternative grading practices encompass a range of approaches designed to move beyond traditional point-based systems, fostering meaningful learning and growth. These methods reimagine how student progress is assessed, focusing on collaboration, improvement, and deeper engagement with the material. Grading for growth emphasizes ensuring students demonstrate continuous improvement and competency development throughout their learning journey. These…
NEW Self-Paced Course: Brightspace Basics
AVAILABLE IN THE DISCOVER AREA OF BRIGHTSPACE Make getting started in Brightspace easier! The NIC Brightspace Basics asynchronous online course provides a flexible professional learning experience specifically focused on mastering the technical intricacies of online course development within Brightspace. It equips instructors with practical insights and skills necessary to navigate the platform effectively, streamlining the…