Events, Workshops, and Communities
WMUx hosts a variety of events and communities throughout the academic year. These opportunities are geared toward instructors, graduate assistants, and any others involved in creating learning experiences at Western Michigan University. Can't make it to an event? No problem! Check out our past event archive, which includes materials shared during the session and/or a session recording.
Do you not see what you are looking for here, or would you like a training or event more specific to your needs?
Our team is available to come to a department or group meeting to facilitate specific or targeted teaching and learning training. Reach out and let us know what challenges you are hoping to solve for instructors, learners, or both and we can support you by connecting you with resources and facilitating conversations around curriculum, course design, or instructional best practices. These can be single meetings or extended workshops depending on your goals.
Contact the WMUx Teaching and Learning Team to discuss your needs.
Upcoming Events
June 25
2 p.m.
NCFDD
Framing and Maintaining Your Research Agenda
Date: Wednesday, June 25 Time: 2 p.m. Location: Online
One of the most critical topics that faculty must address in academe is how to frame and operationalize a research agenda. From developing a researchable topic to revising and resubmitting a peer-reviewed publication, understanding the complexities of navigating the research terrain is key. The Framing and Maintaining a Research Agenda Workshop will focus on the steps necessary to frame and maintain an active research agenda.
Participants will be involved in both theoretical and practical applications in an effort to promote their success. Specific objectives of the Institute include:
- To understand the importance of a research agenda.
- To understand the publication process.
- To provide participants with tools to move their research agenda forward.
- To understand the importance of mentoring (establishing networks)
Visit the WMUx Institutional Memberships page if you need to activate your NCFDD Membership.
Aug 25
10 a.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals for Students
Date: Monday, August 25 Time: 10 a.m. Location: Online
The Elearning Fundamentals for Students workshop is designed for any student who wants to learn how to use Elearning effectively.
We'll guide you through the basic areas in Elearning that you may encounter in your courses, such as discussions, dropboxes, gradebook, groups, and the content area. Whether your classes are online or in person, this workshop will help you make the most of Elearning. Each session covers the same material, so you only need to sign up for one.
Join us to build your Elearning skills and set yourself up for success!
Aug 25
1 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals Part I: Setting up Your Homepage & Building Modules and Content
Date: Monday, August 25 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Online
Our Elearning Fundamental workshops are perfect for anyone looking to build or expand their knowledge of Elearning. These sessions cover the essentials across a range of topics, helping you create a welcoming and functional online space that enhances teaching and learning.
Whether you're teaching online, hybrid, or in-person courses, these workshops are designed to support all modalities. Attend one session, or join us for the entire series—it's up to you!
Our goal is to help you connect with your students and make the teaching experience more engaging and enjoyable.
Aug 26
11 a.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals for Students
Date: Tuesday, August 26 Time: 11 a.m. Location: Online
The Elearning Fundamentals for Students workshop is designed for any student who wants to learn how to use Elearning effectively.
We'll guide you through the basic areas in Elearning that you may encounter in your courses, such as discussions, dropboxes, gradebook, groups, and the content area. Whether your classes are online or in person, this workshop will help you make the most of Elearning. Each session covers the same material, so you only need to sign up for one.
Join us to build your Elearning skills and set yourself up for success!
Aug 26
1 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals Part II: Creating Discussions & Dropboxes
Date: Tuesday, August 26 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Online
Our Elearning Fundamental workshops are perfect for anyone looking to build or expand their knowledge of Elearning. These sessions cover the essentials across a range of topics, helping you create a welcoming and functional online space that enhances teaching and learning.
Whether you're teaching online, hybrid, or in-person courses, these workshops are designed to support all modalities. Attend one session, or join us for the entire series—it's up to you!
Our goal is to help you connect with your students and make the teaching experience more engaging and enjoyable.
Aug 26
3 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals for Students
Date: Tuesday, August 26 Time: 3 p.m. Location: Online
The Elearning Fundamentals for Students workshop is designed for any student who wants to learn how to use Elearning effectively.
We'll guide you through the basic areas in Elearning that you may encounter in your courses, such as discussions, dropboxes, gradebook, groups, and the content area. Whether your classes are online or in person, this workshop will help you make the most of Elearning. Each session covers the same material, so you only need to sign up for one.
Join us to build your Elearning skills and set yourself up for success!
Aug 27
1 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals Part III: Quizzes & Quick Eval
Date: Wednesday, August 27 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Online
Our Elearning Fundamental workshops are perfect for anyone looking to build or expand their knowledge of Elearning. These sessions cover the essentials across a range of topics, helping you create a welcoming and functional online space that enhances teaching and learning.
Whether you're teaching online, hybrid, or in-person courses, these workshops are designed to support all modalities. Attend one session, or join us for the entire series—it's up to you!
Our goal is to help you connect with your students and make the teaching experience more engaging and enjoyable.
Aug 28
1 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals Part IV: Gradebook
Date: Thursday, August 28 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Online
Our Elearning Fundamental workshops are perfect for anyone looking to build or expand their knowledge of Elearning. These sessions cover the essentials across a range of topics, helping you create a welcoming and functional online space that enhances teaching and learning.
Whether you're teaching online, hybrid, or in-person courses, these workshops are designed to support all modalities. Attend one session, or join us for the entire series—it's up to you!
Our goal is to help you connect with your students and make the teaching experience more engaging and enjoyable.
Aug 29
1 p.m.
Elearning Fundamentals
Elearning Fundamentals Condensed
Date: Friday, August 29 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Online
Couldn't join us earlier this week now is the time to get a crash course in Elearning. The ITC will cover a overview of Elearning including homepages, discussions, gradebook, quizzes and dropboxes.