Many faculty members are interested in learning more about pedagogy or higher education issues but do not have the time to attend an in-person session.  In these cases, a webinar can be a great opportunity to stay engaged and learning, but do it on one’s own time and schedule.

Spring 2026 External (Unvetted) Webinars

and Workshops

From Welcome to Wellbeing: Creating Supportive Classrooms for Today’s College Students
Dates & Times: Wednesday, 12-1:30pm (US Central Time), Feb. 25
Modality: Virtual [Facilitator(s) will provide information]
Details
Join us for a transformative workshop designed to help you create inclusive, trauma-informed learning environments where all students thrive. Learn early intervention strategies, relationship-building techniques, and Universal Design for Learning approaches. Discover various support services, policies, and procedures for challenging situations—from disability accommodations to crisis response. We’ll cover course site best practices, growth mindset principles, and practical resources you can implement immediately. You will also have the opportunity for an individual consultation following this workshop to discuss challenging situations that you have encountered and received personalized support. Whether you’re addressing students’ diverse needs or navigating complex scenarios, this workshop will equip you with tools to foster belonging, engagement, and success in today’s evolving educational landscape.

Learn more and register at: https://uco.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25pe3tz0pYIXbAa

 

 Generative AI in Higher Education: A Deep Dive Into Assessment Redesign

Tuesday, March 31, 2026  11 AM -12 PM ET

Join Stony Brook University’s Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for a focused, one-hour overview on how to redesign and future-proof assessments in the age of AI. This session will cover three key areas: leveraging AI as a co-pilot for developing effective exam questions, designing authentic assessments, and exploring how AI can strategically support active learning structures like Team-Based Learning (TBL), Project-Based Learning (PBL), and Scenario-Based Learning (SBL).

Zoom Registration 

 

Generative AI Boot Camp: How Can AI Make Your Life as a Professor Easier?

Monday, April 20, 2026  11 AM -12 PM ET

Join Stony Brook University’s Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for a bootcamp on how to use AI to enhance your teaching and courses. This event will demonstrate how ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and other generative AI platforms can support you in crafting learning objectives, writing exam questions, composing rubrics, and designing course content such as lesson plans, in-class activities, instructional videos, and more.

Zoom Registration 

We are excited to announce the Spring 2026 Webinar Series, featuring four engaging collections of short, practical series designed to support teaching, learning, research, and professional development. Each 30-minute session is offered on Thursdays or Fridays at 12:30 pm Central Time and is grounded in our mission to provide accessible, relevant, and high-quality learning experiences. Explore this year’s series and find the sessions that best support your goals. Spring 2026 Webinar Series Fridays/Thursdays | 12:30–1:00 PM CT | Via Zoom Full schedule and registration: https://scoc-consulting.com/events This spring, we are excited to offer four interconnected webinar series designed to support teaching, learning, research, and professional development. Each 30-minute session is grounded in practical strategies and informed by the latest scholarship in adult and continuing education. Smarter, Not Harder: Digital Tools for Learning, Work, and Life Series link: https://scoc-consulting.com/digital-tools This series focuses on accessible, easy-to-use digital tools that improve productivity, support writing, enhance digital citizenship, and strengthen professional growth. March 6, 2026 – Next Steps: Online Tools for Career Discovery and Advancement March 20, 2026 – From Goals to Gains: Digital Tools for Project Management and Priority Setting May 1, 2026 – Tech that Connects: Digital Tools for Community and Social Belonging Inclusive Online Course Design and Teaching Series link: https://scoc-consulting.com/course-design-teaching This series introduces research-informed instructional strategies that clarify, engage, and include all learners in online learning. February 27, 2026 – Create the Experience: Aligning and Diversifying Assessments and Materials March 13, 2026 – Facilitate Interaction: Encouraging Engagement and Providing Feedback March 27, 2026 – Establish a Supportive Environment: Building Belonging and Community April 10, 2026 – Present Your Vision: Organizing for Clarity and Navigation Research Methodologies Series link: https://scoc-consulting.com/research-methodologies This popular series returns from fall with a set of webinars designed to support scholars, graduate students, and practitioners engaged in research across traditions. April 24, 2026 – Unlocking Quantitative Research: Designs, Tools, and Analysis for Evidence-Based Inquiry May 8, 2026 – Exploring Qualitative Research: Methodological Designs, Tools, and Meaning-Making May 15, 2026 – Mastering Mixed Methods: Strategic Integration for Richer Research Outcomes A Deep Dive into Transition from Pedagogy to Andragogy Series link: https://scoc-consulting.com/transitions This exciting new series features chapter-based presentations from the book, Transition from Pedagogy to Andragogy: An International Perspective, edited by Dr. Leslie Cordie, which highlights global voices, theoretical insights, and practical applications of adult learning principles. Each session highlights a different chapter, offering opportunities to engage directly with contributing authors and deepen your understanding of how pedagogical approaches evolve into andragogical practices. March 5, 2026 – Chapter 5 – 21st Century Learning Powered by Problem-Based/Project-Based Learning: A Caribbean Perspective. March 12, 2026 – Chapter 8 – An Overview of Higher Education Transitions: Narratives From Canada. March 19, 2026 – Chapter 7 – Digitalization and Higher Education in Germany: Promotion of Transformative Digital Competences March 26, 2026 – Chapter 9: Authenticating Lifelong Learning in a South African Higher Education setting: An Educator’s Perspective on Andragogy We Invite You to Join Us! Whether you aim to sharpen your digital skills, enhance your teaching practice, deepen your research expertise, or explore global perspectives on adult learning, the Spring 2026 Webinar Series offers something for everyone. Visit our events page to explore all sessions and register: https://scoc-consulting.com/events We look forward to learning with you this spring! Adult Learning Exchange Virtual Community Events | Virtual Community | Digital Library

Magna Commons Webinars

Magna Publications has an extensive collection of webinars on various topics related to higher education and pedagogy that are free for all Ramapo faculty and staff.  To access these webinars, go to the following link:

Please note: in order to access the webinars, you must use your Ramapo College email address for registration. 

1.     Go to https://www.magnapubs.com/register/. Enter information in the required fields > Submit. NOTE: if you get   an error that your password does not match, skip down to the EXISTING USERS Section below
2.     Once successfully registered, you will see a screen “Thank you for completing your registration”
3.     Go to https://www.magnapubs.com/profile/join-sitelicense/9147b116e75ef2dda5503461866ce3de
4.     On the right side of the page, in the “Username or email address” box, enter the email address that you submitted in Step 1 or if you are an EXISTING USER enter the username or email address entered at time of registration
5.     Enter your password > Login
6.     On the My Account page > Join Team
7.     On the My Online Access page click the appropriate orange “Go to Magna Commons” 

Need help?

• Call 800-433-0499 ext. 2 (outside the U.S. & Canada call 608-246-3590 ext. 2.). Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time, Monday through Friday
• Email support@magnapubs.com
• They also have an online chat that can help!

AAC&U Webinars

The Association of American Colleges & Universities (AAC&U) offers periodic webinars on various topics related to higher education and pedagogy that are free for all Ramapo faculty and staff.  To access these webinars, go to the following link:

https://www.aacu.org/events/webinar

On this page, you will see a list of upcoming webinars that you may sign up to attend, as well as a link to Past Webinars that you may view recordings of.

Please note: in order to access these webinars, you must log in to the AAC&U website using a Ramapo email address as a login.  Go to this account web page to login to your account, create a new account, or change your username or password.