IT Events

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Forget It, I'm Using Paper

Thursday, February 26, 2026 8:30am to 9:30am
Virtual

Feeling the pressure to use digital assignments while worried that students might use AI tools to complete their work? Keep it old-school with trusty paper assignments and enjoy peace of mind. This session explores how instructors can use paper-based assignments and assessments while leveraging Gradescope's powerful grading and feedback tools. Learn how students can submit their handwritten work to Gradescope, allowing instructors to annotate, comment, and grade efficiently online. Discover...

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Microsoft Loop: Get Started with Loop

Thursday, February 26, 2026 10:00am to 10:45am
Virtual

Microsoft Loop is a transformative co-creation experience that brings together teams, content, and tasks across your tools and devices. This training will introduce you to Loop workspaces, which can be used as a notetaking tool or to manage projects. Additionally, we will discuss how you can integrate a Loop workspace into a team in Microsoft Teams. While this is a Microsoft Loop training, it is recommended that you have some familiarity with Microsoft Teams before attending this session.

Leveraging Microsoft Copilot: How AI Can Assist You

Thursday, February 26, 2026 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
An introductory training on Copilot

AI Prompting (Advanced): Elevating your Craft

Friday, February 27, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Virtual
Designed for users who already understand the basics, this session dives deeper into prompt engineering techniques to generate more precise, creative, and impactful generative artificial intelligence responses.

Introduction to ChatGPT Edu: Key Features and Best Practices

Monday, March 2, 2026 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
An introductory training to ChatGPT Edu
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Note Depot: ICON User Group

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 8:30am to 9:30am
Virtual

This user group is a chance for faculty to share and discuss ideas about using Note Depot in their courses. Note Depot is a centralized note sharing platform in ICON. Developed at the University of Iowa, this tool can simplify access to note-taking resources and support students with the class notes accommodation.

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The Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology provides expertise, tools, and services to optimize teaching and learning through learning sciences research...

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Accessibility Focus: Document Headings and Structure

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 12:00pm to 12:45pm
Virtual
Headings and structure are core concepts in digital accessibility. Join us to learn some practices for managing headings and structure in your documents.
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Boost Skills with LinkedIn Learning

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 2:00pm to 2:30pm
Virtual

LinkedIn Learning is an online training library that provides access to thousands of courses. This session will discuss how to create a learning plan, how to use AI coaching and feedback, as well as certifications that can be obtained for free on the platform.

Leveraging Microsoft Copilot: How AI Can Assist You

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
An introductory training on Copilot
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Turning PowerPoints into Pressbooks

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual

This training session will guide you through the process of transforming your existing course materials, such as PowerPoints, lecture notes, and other teaching resources, into an interactive Pressbooks. You'll learn practical steps for importing and creating content, organizing chapters, and enhancing your materials with multimedia elements. Whether you're new to Pressbooks or looking to expand your digital teaching toolkit, this workshop will provide clear, actionable strategies for creating...