Remote Recess

TLED Faculty Calendar

For the latest events and training, please visit the TLED Calendar. To view only Remote Recess sessions choose the “RemoteRecess” tag to view a list of available offerings.

Join TLED Instructional Designers, Richard Palmer and Stephanie Bogdanich, to watch recorded sessions from December on two commonly requested semester prep topics.

11:00am – 12:00pm Rewatch: Panopto: Accessing Migrated VidGrid Content & Replacing Links in Blackboard

12:00pm – 1:00pm Rewatch: Hosted Viewing: Panopto — Accessing Migrated VidGrid Content & Replacing Links in Blackboard and Blackboard Course Copy Best Practices

Register for January 9th Session

In this informative session, we explore the intersection of High Impact Practices (HIPs) and Academic Technology, focusing on how technology can amplify these proven pedagogical strategies. Originating from extensive research, HIPs have been identified as key drivers of student success, engagement, and a sense of belonging. We will go through each of the identified High Impact Practices and our discussion will illuminate how the Office of Academic Technology offers tools and services—from video creation to virtual collaboration platforms—that can enrich these experiences. Join us to discover actionable insights for integrating technology into your teaching practices effectively.

Register for January 30th Session

Join us for an engaging and transformative session led by our faculty, Jaime Cantú. Jaime has been pioneering the use of generative AI to revolutionize how we approach teaching and learning. Through trial and error, he has achieved remarkable results with his students, demonstrating the powerful impact of personalized education. This workshop is not just about understanding the technicalities of AI; it’s an exploration of how these advancements can be seamlessly integrated into our teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Register for the February 13th Session

Learn about the new artificial intelligence tools integrated into the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. We will give an overview and give you time to play with the new generative AI tools you are interested in learning. Make sure you have access to your favorite Adobe CC tools before you arrive!

Register for the February 27th Session

Join us for an illuminating journey with a faculty librarian, revealing engineered services for faculty support. We will explore everything from information literacy to collaborative assignment creation, we will discover new ways to streamline processes and seek out specialized resources. We will boldly explore the academic frontier with state-of-the-art tools for teaching and research excellence. As we venture through this galaxy of knowledge, prepare for an experience that’s not only enlightening but will also ENGAGE.

Register for the March 19th Session

Join us to learn about Panopto accessibility features like captions, table of contents and video/audio playback tools.

Register for the March 26th Session

Transformative Inquiry: Revolutionizing Discussion Boards with Packback” is not just a workshop; it’s a deep dive into the art of conversation in the realm of education. Led by Katie McClendon, a faculty member and instructional designer, this session explores the transformative power of the Packback platform. Katie, with her unique expertise, will guide you through a journey of understanding how dynamic, engaging discussions can reshape the landscape of online learning. This workshop is an exploration of the intersection between technology and human curiosity, delving into how we can foster environments that ignite critical thinking and passionate inquiry in students.

Register for the April 9th Session

Join Jessica Wells, Academic Coordinator at the Wall Street Journal, for a 50 minute session to learn about tools and resources from WSJ that you can use to integrate trusted news into your courses. This workshop provides an overview of our Instructor Suite, including demos of WSJ Context and Assessment Tool. Activate your school-sponsored subscription before the workshop at https://WSJ.com/ActivateAustinCC

Register for the April 23rd session

Remote Recess Archive

Remote Recess sessions are available to view. New recordings are uploaded within a week after a Remote Recess session.

Note: To view the archive, you’ll need to log in with your ACC credentials. Click the Remote Recess tab at the top of the page to view the archive list.