Center for Teaching and Learning
CTL Faculty Workshop Schedule
Join us for workshops designed to elevate your teaching strategies and enhance your online learning environment. Hosted by the dedicated staff of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), these sessions will explore effective pedagogical approaches and provide hands-on guidance for utilizing online learning software.
Recurring Sessions
Faculty: CTL @ Nite
We regret to inform you that the CTL @ NiTe service will no longer be available. We remain dedicated to assisting you through our alternative resources. You are encouraged to view one of our regularly scheduled sessions for group guidance or, if you require more personalized assistance, please contact us to set up a one-on-one appointment.
Single Sessions
September
October 6, 2026
Faculty: Using the AI Conversation in Blackboard Ultra
Join us for this micro session on using AI Conversations in Blackboard Ultra, an interactive learning tool designed to engage students in guided, AI-supported dialogue around course concepts and real-world scenarios. Participants will explore how AI Conversations can be incorporated into their courses to promote critical thinking, reflection, problem-solving, and deeper engagement with course content.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 10:00AM CDT
Duration: 30 minutes - Micro Session
October 7, 2026
Faculty: Blackboard Ultra Bootcamp: Get Your Course Ready!
Get your Blackboard Ultra course ready for the upcoming semester in this interactive and hands-on bootcamp. Designed for faculty who want to efficiently prepare their courses, this workshop will guide participants through essential course set up and best practices including course copy from Original, due date management, course settings, and other course updates. Please bring your course syllabus and be prepared to actively work within your Blackboard Ultra course throughout the session.
Location: CTL In-Person Session - D2430J
Time: 10:00AM CDT
Duration: 60 minutes
October 12, 2026
Faculty: Blackboard Office Hours
Join us for an exclusive Q&A session with our Blackboard vendor! Whether you’re wrestling with gradebook setups, navigating course migration, or just looking to streamline your workflow, this is your chance to get expert answers in real-time. No question is too complex—bring your pain points, your feature requests, and your curiosity. Come prepared to troubleshoot, learn, and master the Blackboard Ultra experience.
Location: Blackboard Vendor Virtual Session
Time: 11:00AM CDT
Duration: 60 minutes
October 13, 2026
Faculty: Using Microsoft Teams Meetings in Blackboard Ultra
This interactive workshop introduces faculty to the integration of Microsoft Teams within Blackboard Ultra and demonstrates how to effectively use virtual meetings to enhance online and blended learning environments. Participants will learn how to create and schedule Teams meetings directly within Blackboard Ultra courses, manage class collaboration, share content, communicate with students, and facilitate engaging synchronous sessions.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 9:00AM CDT
Duration: 60 minutes
Contact Us
- Center for Teaching and Learning
- 708-534-4115
- blackboard@govst.edu