Faculty Workshops

We currently offer:

• Individual sessions
• Workshops on introductory and continuing topics on course design and management in Desire2Learn

Individual Sessions

If you wish to setup an individual appointment with MSU Online staff to answer specific D2L or course design questions in a one-on-one setting, you may do so by calling 994-6550 or emailing your request to ecat@montana.edu.

Workshops

Intro: Posting News and Content

This hands-on workshop covers the basics of D2L, including learning to post announcements and content materials.  Pre-registration is required. Max 8 participants per session. Pre-requisite: Before attending, watch the 17-min D2L overview video: http://tinyurl.com/intro-d2l-video

Tues, Apr 24, 11am to 11:50 am, EPS 127 Register
Wed, Apr 25, 10am to 10:50 am, EPS 127 Register

“What’s My Grade?”: Harness the Gradebook Features in D2L

Whether you grade on straight points, weight by percentage or use your own formula, learn how to put the D2L Gradebook to work to save you time and release grade information more quickly to your students. Gradebook interaction with course design will be discussed. Max 8 participants per session.

Tues, Apr 24, 12n to 1 pm, EPS 127 Register
Wed, Apr 25, 11a to 11:50 am, EPS 127 Register

Grades Drop-In Clinics:

Drop in for assistance with your gradebook.

Tues, May 1, 12 to 12:50 pm, EPS 127
Wed, May 2, 11am to 11:50 am, EPS 127
Thurs, May 3, 11am-1pm, EPS 127

Communication & Community: Structuring and Facilitating Discussion on D2L

Increase student engagement and participation in the learning process through interaction in online discussions. Structure, usage ideas and facilitation methods will be discussed.

Tues, May 1, 11am to 11:50 am, EPS 127 Register
Wed, May 2, 10am to 10:50 am, EPS 127 Register