Lunch and Learn Archive
CTLE Lunch and Learn Series Archive
Fall 2025 Lunch and Learn Series
Kickoff Workshop
Kickoff Workshop: Learning That Lasts
In this presentation, we introduce the CTLE team and three of the outstanding professional development opportunities we offer through the UHD Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence. We begin with the Learning Continuity framework, an on-demand resource for teaching strategies. Then we present the credential and stipend opportunities available through the UHD Teaching Academy, an online Canvas course. This session will set the stage for our upcoming Lunch & Learn series focused implementing our Learning Continuity strategies in Canvas.
Kickoff Workshop Resources
Workshop 1
Workshop 1: Goals That Guide
Crafting clear, measurable objectives helps students understand the “why” behind their learning. This session explores how to define and align objectives with assessments, materials, and activities and how to emphasize objectives using Canvas tools like modules, pages, & rubrics.
Workshop Dates: Tuesday, August 26th & Monday, September 8th
Slides: Goals that Guide Presentation
Workshop 1 Resources
Workshop 2
Workshop 2: Feedback That Fuels
Explore how to design varied, authentic, low-stakes, and high-stakes assessments that align with objectives and support continuous learning. Implement strategies using Canvas quizzes, Speedgrader and Rubrics to provide timely and meaningful feedback for students.
Workshop Dates: Tuesday, September 23rd & Monday, September 29th
Slides: Feedback that Fuels Presentation
Workshop 2 Resources
Workshop 3
Workshop 3: Resources That Resonate
Curate accessible, relevant, and engaging materials to support student achievement of learning outcomes. From text content, to videos, podcasts, and more, discover how to source from OER databases and utilize Canvas Commons to make the most of open-access and digital student support resources.
Workshop Dates: Tuesday, October 21st & Monday, October 27th
Slides: Resources That Resonate
Workshop 3 Resources
Workshop 4
Workshop 4: Tasks That Teach
Design meaningful activities that foster dialogue and deepen learning. This session explores how to create engaging student–content, student–instructor, and student–student interactions through discussions, collaborative tools, and integrated technologies.
Workshop Dates: Tuesday, November 11th & Monday, November 17th
Slides: Task that Teach Presentation
Workshop 4 Resources
Fall 2024 Digital Learning Series Micro-Credential
To earn badges, please complete the Badge Survey for each workshop you attend. You can also view the session recordings by clicking the hyperlinked session titles below and then submit the survey to earn the badge.
Workshop 1
October 1
Designing Quality Courses Efficiently with QM Essentials and AI
Explore the Quality Matters (QM) rubric and AI tools to elevate and streamline digital learning components of your course design. This hands-on workshop will guide you through essential standards, effective home page and module design, and creating engaging content. Participants will apply QM principles to develop and evaluate course elements during the session.
Slides: Workshop One Presentation
Video: Watch Workshop One Recording
Workshop One Resources
Workshop 2
October 8
Canvas Accessibility Makeover: Leveraging Ally
Give your Canvas courses an accessibility overhaul. Topics include cleaning up inaccessible content, improving Ally scores, creating accessible PDFs, and designing visually appealing syllabi. Learn simple steps to enhance navigation and adapt templates for a more inclusive learning environment.
Slides: Workshop Two Presentation
Video: Watch Workshop Two Recording
Workshop Two Resources
Workshop 3
October 15
AI in Writing: Boosting Creativity and Integrity
Explore the role of AI in writing-intensive courses. Learn about tools that support student writing, address ethical concerns, and maintain academic integrity. This session will provide practical strategies for integrating AI while fostering creativity.
Slides:
- CTLE Presentation
- AI in Writing: Boosting Creativity and Integrit | Dr. Case
- AI Integration in Humanities | Dr. Lund
- Writing with AI in Chemistry | Dr. Trufan
Video: Watch Workshop 3 Presentation
Workshop Three Resources
Workshop 4
October 22
Cultivating Digital Fluency in the Classroom
Incorporating essential digital competencies into your teaching enhances learning continuity during times of disruption, while also building essential academic and career skills. This workshop will cover the design of learning experiences that foster key digital fluency skills such as digital communication, problem-solving with technology, and the ethical use of digital resources, including AI.
Slides: Workshop Four Presentation
Video: Watch Workshop Four Presentation
Workshop Four Resources
Workshop 5
October 29
AI-Powered Assessments: Elevate Your Grading
Discover how AI can transform your assessment methods. This workshop will cover innovative tools for personalized feedback and efficient grading, helping you enhance both formative and summative assessments.
Slides: Workshop Five Presentation
Video: Watch Workshop Five Presentation
Workshop Five Resources
Workshop 5 Prompts
AI Inclusive
AI Resistant
AI Transparent
Generative AI Tool sites
Presentation Links

