Instructional Design Center

Set up A Turnitin Assignment in Canvas
2020-11-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Turnitin Feedback Studio is an excellent resource for combating plagiarism. It is also thoroughly compatible with Canvas. This workshop will guide instructors on how to establish Turnitin assignments within Canvas, and demonstrate the benefits of using these powerful instructional tools.
Pedagogy Connection: Canvas is Ramapo’s Learning Management System. This workshop guides instructors on how to use Canvas as a tool for delivering and managing assignments, facilitating group work, and enhancing the student experience in the classroom.
Open to instructors.
Presenter: Professor Michael Bitz
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How To Use Webex 101 for End Users
2020-11-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-11-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-18 11:00 - 12:00
This Webinar workshop will review the basics of WebEx. This includes how to Join a Meeting, how to Schedule a Meeting, and functionality in the meeting.
Presenter: Webex Trainer
Open to faculty, staff and students
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Exploring Open Educational Resources (OER) in Canvas Commons
2020-11-10 13:00 - 14:00
This workshop will provide an overview of Canvas Commons and Open Educational Resources (OER) and how you can implement them in your courses to reduce the cost of course materials. We will focus on the Canvas LMS Commons, which is a repository that includes OER course materials that can be easily imported into your Canvas courses as entire courses, modules, assignments, quizzes and other learning objects. Learn how to access the Canvas Commons to search for materials and import them into your Canvas courses, and learn how to upload and share your own materials if you choose (optional!). Co-sponsored by the FRC, Potter Library, and IDC in partnership with the OER Task Force.
Presenters: Hilary Westgate, Sam Wittenberg, and Michael Bitz
Open to instructors
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Advanced Webex
2020-11-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-11 11:00 - 12:00
This workshop will review more advanced Webex functionality for end users. This will include whiteboarding, breakout rooms, and more.
Presenter: Webex Trainer
Open to faculty, staff and students
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Webex for Education
2020-11-16 10:00 - 11:00
This workshop will review functionality specifically for use in an education setting.
Presenter: Webex Trainer
Open to faculty, staff and students
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Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor Training for Instructors
2020-12-03 15:00 - 16:00, 2020-12-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2020-12-15 15:00 - 16:00
This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use.
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LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor Instructor Training
2021-01-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-01-12 15:00 - 16:00

LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor Instructor Training
2021-01-07 14:00 - 15:00

LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor Instructor Training
2021-01-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-01-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-01-21 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-01-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-01-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-02-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-02-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-02-09 13:00 - 14:00
This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use.
Presenter: Professional Respondus Trainer
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Canvas Refresher: Reviewing the Basics
2021-01-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-02-02 13:00 - 14:00
Review the basics of using Canvas for your course, including Modules, Assignments, Pages, Discussions, Quizzes, and Importing Content. This course is recommended for new faculty and those who want a refresher on the basics of Canvas.
Pedagogy Connection: Canvas is Ramapo’s Learning Management System. This workshop guides instructors on how to use Canvas as a tool for delivering and managing assignments, facilitating group work, and enhancing the student experience in the classroom.
Open to faculty and staff
Presenter: Professor Michael Bitz
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Canvas Teaching Circle
2021-02-04 13:00 - 14:00
This teaching circle focuses on the use of Canvas. Participants will share their experiences with Canvas, including their successes and challenges. We will also review the Canvas tools for content delivery, assignments, and grading.
Pedagogy Connection: Canvas is Ramapo’s Learning Management System. This workshop guides instructors on how to use Canvas as a tool for delivering and managing assignments, facilitating group work, and enhancing the student experience in the classroom.
Open to faculty and staff
Facilitator: Professor Michael Bitz
Meeting Schedule (be sure to register for each date)

Thursday, February 4, 1-2 p.m.
Thursday, March 4, 1-2 p.m.
Thursday, April 1, 1-2 p.m.
Thursday, April 29, 1-2 p.m.

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Facilitating Group Projects in a Virtual Environment
2021-02-11 13:00 - 14:00
One of the most difficult aspects of the virtual learning environment is facilitating group assignments and projects. This workshop presents strategies for both synchronous and asynchronous platforms leading to successful and positive group work. Along with pedagogical considerations, the workshop covers technologies such as breakout rooms, discussion forums, peer review, and participation tracking.
Pedagogy Connection: This workshop highlights synchronous and asynchronous strategies for group work and assignments to facilitate student communication and engagement.
Open to faculty and staff
Presenter: Professor Michael Bitz
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LockDown Browser & Respondus Monitor Instructor Training
2021-02-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2021-02-17 14:00 - 15:00
This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams. The session provides a detailed demonstration of both applications, including enhancements that make Respondus Monitor even more effective and easy to use.
Open to faculty and staff.
Presenter: Professional Respondus Trainer
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How To Use Webex 101 for End Users
2021-02-17 11:00 - 12:00
This Webinar workshop will review the basics of WebEx. This includes how to Join a Meeting, how to Schedule a Meeting, and functionality in the meeting.
Open to faculty, staff and students.
Presenter: Professional Webex Trainer
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