Attend workshops from members of the CTL staff on pedagogy and how to's about specific online learning software. Also provided are workshops from our vendors, such as Blackboard, Respondus, and VoiceThread.
Recurring sessions
Faculty: CTL @ Nite
Drop in to ask the CTL staff any questions (big or small!) you have regarding course instruction, course development, and Blackboard.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 6:00PM CST - Every Wednesday from 01/29/25 - 05/07/25
Duration: 60 minutes
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Faculty: Regular and Substantive Interaction
Drop in to ask the CTL staff any questions (big or small!) you have regarding online instruction, course development, Blackboard, Class Collaborate, Respondus, Panopto and more.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 1:00PM CST
This session is no longer available
Faculty: VoiceThread to Panopto Transition
VoiceThread has reached its end of life at GovState, but the replacement, called Panopto, allows for both interactive multimedia discussions and video hosting. Faculty can learn how to convert and download their previous VoiceThread presentations and then migrate them to Panopto. Panopto discussion posts within Blackboard will also be demonstrated using audio and video.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 3:30PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
This session is no longer available
Additional Sessions
02/25/2025 | 02/26/2025
Faculty: Blackboard Learn Ultra Preview
GovState will be transitioning to the Ultra version of Blackboard in the near future, and it is essential that we all become familiar with this new platform. This workshop will provide valuable insights into the new interface and tools available in Blackboard Ultra, as well as best practices for a smooth transition. We encourage you to join us in this learning opportunity to ensure that you are well-equipped to navigate the new system effectively.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 11:00AM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
This session is no longer available
Faculty: Faculty Open Sessions
Drop in to ask the CTL staff any questions (big or small!) you have regarding online instruction, course development, Blackboard, Class Collaborate, Respondus, Panopto and more.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 1:00PM CST
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Faculty: Transitioning Blackboard Learn Courses to Ultra Courses: Best Practice
This workshop is designed to support faculty in transitioning their courses from Blackboard Learn to Blackboard Ultra. Gain insights into the key differences between the two formats and learn practical strategies to streamline the migration process while optimizing course design for enhanced student engagement.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 12:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Faculty: Assessing Student Learning in Blackboard Ultra
This workshop equips faculty with the knowledge and skills to effectively assess student learning using the advanced tools available in Blackboard Ultra. This session will provide practical insights and hands-on guidance using Blackboard Ultra.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 1:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Faculty: Intro to Panopto
Panopto is an easy way to record, livestream, manage and share videos for educational purposes. Panopto’s features include recording presentations, utilizing multiple media feeds, video assignments, quizzes, basic editing features and closed captioning. Similar to YouTube, Panopto allows users to manage a video library that can be integrated in the Blackboard LMS.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 3:30PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Additional Sessions
02/25/2025
Faculty: VoiceThread to Panopto Transition
VoiceThread has reached its end of life at GovState, but the replacement, called Panopto, allows for both interactive multimedia discussions and video hosting. Faculty can learn how to convert and download their previous VoiceThread presentations and then migrate them to Panopto. Panopto discussion posts within Blackboard will also be demonstrated using audio and video.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 6:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
Access the VoiceThread to Panopto Transition session
Additional Sessions
02/26/2025
Faculty: Exploring Grade Center Features in Blackboard Learn Ultra
This workshop will highlight the Grade Center features available in Blackboard Learn Ultra. These tools are designed to streamline the grading process, improve student engagement, and provide valuable insights into student performance.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 1:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Faculty: VoiceThread to Panopto Transition
VoiceThread has reached its end of life at GovState, but the replacement, called Panopto, allows for both interactive multimedia discussions and video hosting. Faculty can learn how to convert and download their previous VoiceThread presentations and then migrate them to Panopto. Panopto discussion posts within Blackboard will also be demonstrated using audio and video.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 3:30PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
Access the VoiceThread to Panopto Transition session
Faculty: Using the AI Design Assistant in Blackboard Ultra
Discover how to harness the power of Blackboard Ultra’s AI tools to streamline your teaching workflow, enhance course design, and improve student engagement. This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of the AI-driven features within Blackboard Ultra and explores practical ways to integrate them into your teaching practices.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 10:00AM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Faculty: Interactive Assessments with Panopto
Using Panopto, you will learn how to enhance your video content by adding interactive elements such as quizzes and polls. These interactive features can help engage viewers and assess their understanding of the material.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 1:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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Additional Sessions
02/27/2025 @ 6:00PM
Faculty: Interactive Assessments with Panopto
Using Panopto, you will learn how to enhance your video content by adding interactive elements such as quizzes and polls. These interactive features can help engage viewers and assess their understanding of the material.
Location: CTL Virtual Session
Time: 6:00PM CST
Duration: 60 minutes
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