Every course is different, and so are the educators who use Top Hat. In this dynamic roundtable, you’ll hear from fellow instructors on how they’re bringing interactivity to the classroom and improving student outcomes. Join this interactive session to ask questions, learn how they got started with Top Hat, the lessons learned, and the go-to […]

As AI rapidly reshapes education, the need for critical engagement with its ethical, pedagogical, and practical implications has never been greater. This talk will explore Critical AI in Education, highlighting our work on the Miller Faculty Fellowship project and broader efforts to develop educators' AI literacy. We will discuss pedagogical approaches for preparing educators to […]

Discover course design concepts that break down barriers for neurodivergent students and engage all learners. Using Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (CTML) principles, we'll explore practical strategies to minimize cognitive load, focus student attention, and foster meaningful connections with course concepts. Through learning activities and real-world examples, we'll apply CTML principles that address a range of cognitive […]

The Well-Being Community of Practice is for instructors interested in embedding well-being into ISU environments, practices, and culture. The purpose of this community is to: Enhance faculty and staff knowledge, skills, and competencies in well-being and student success. Build institutional capacity to learn and apply practices to transform environments, practices, and culture toward well-being Support […]

The Large Enrollment Community of Practice is for instructors of courses with sections that enroll 100+ students. The purpose of this community is to: Support instructors who are teaching large enrollment courses. Build community and connection across disciplines. Connect instructors to resources and solutions.   End-of-Year Social/Community Building  Join other instructors of large enrollment courses […]