Friday, August 9
9:00 - 9:15 a.m. - New Canvas Discussions
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: The Canvas Discussion Board has a new look; attend this 15-minute workshop to view the new tools available via Canvas Discussions.
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one-hour training with a ten-minute overview, twenty minute quickstart, and 30-minute one-on-one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech-savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. - Validate Links in Canvas
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: If you are new to Canvas, this is a must-attend workshop for you! If you have ever had students tell you they are not able to access content but you as the teacher are able to access the content, it could be because Canvas has not linked the content correctly. Attend this 30-minute workshop to learn how to use the amazing Validate Links tool in Canvas tool to ensure all of your links and images are populating for your students.
Saturday, August 10
9:00am - 11:00 a.m. - New Adjunct Faculty Orientation
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: All new adjunct faculty at GCC are invited to attend the New Adjunct Faculty Orientation. This orientation will cover available resources, technology training, and other important information to help adjunct faculty be successful in their first semester at GCC.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - English, Reading, ESL, Journalism & Creative Writing Department Adjunct Faculty Meeting (Option 1 of 2)
Where: Zoom
Monday, August 12
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Assessment - Department Assessment Coordinator Meeting
Where: Virtual - See calendar invite
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Increase Engagement with Padlet
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Padlet is a helpful engagement tool that can be integrated into Canvas. It allows students to share multiple forms of content on a virtual whiteboard. Learn about Padlet and get ideas for using it in your course.
11:00 - 11:30 a.m. - 5 Ways to Improve Your Online Course
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: This workshop will focus on enhancing course design, student engagement, and methods for increasing student success. Learn new ways to improve your online course with practical strategies for design and delivery.
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology New Residential Faculty Meeting (new faculty only)
Where: O1-131
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one-hour training with a ten-minute overview, a twenty-minute quickstart, and 30-minute one-on-one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech-savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Library Department Faculty Meeting
Where: LMC-138
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. - People Leaders, You're Invited to Our Open House!
Where: A-129
Description: Join us for an engaging HR Open House where you can:
- Have one-on-one time with our HR team for any questions or insights.
- Opportunities to explore how we build together, whether through teamwork or individual contributions.
- Participate in fun activities like spin wheel and trivia for a chance to win a prize.
- Enjoy complimentary snacks.
We look forward to welcoming you and discussing how we can grow together!
2:30 - 4:30 p.m. - Chemistry Residential Faculty Department Meeting
Where: PS-148
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one hour training with a ten minute overview, twenty minute quickstart, and 30 minute one on one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
4:45 - 5:00 p.m. - Chemistry All-Faculty Simple Syllabus
Where: PS-148
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. - Chemistry Adjunct / All Faculty Department Meeting
Where: PS-148
Tuesday, August 13
8:00 - 10:00 a.m. - All Employee Convocation
Where: SU-104 & Live Stream
Description: Please join us for Convocation on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 8:00 -9:30 a.m. featuring an opening welcome at 8:00 a.m. by President Dr.Tiffany Hernandez, in the Student Union, room 104 on the main campus.ASL Interpreters will be available on-site. The theme for this Fall's convocation is A Week of Celebration and Learning! Please join us in person or join the live stream as we continue to move forward for a stronger GCC. Breakfast is available at 7:30 a.m. in the SU Atrium. Offices at GCC Main and North will delay opening to the public until 9:30 a.m. so that all faculty and staff are able to attend the event.
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - All Faculty Meeting
Where: SU 104 & Live Stream
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - VPAA/Department Chair Meeting
Where: MA-128
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one-hour training with a ten-minute overview, twenty-minute quickstart, and 30-minute one-on-one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech-savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
12:30 - 1:00 p.m. - Increase Engagement with Perusall
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Perusall is an easy way that you can engage your students in discussions about course readings. It is a free, social annotation tool that integrates with Canvas and allows students to collaboratively annotate a variety of readings and images. Engage with students in lively discussions surrounding your course readings.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology Department Syllabus+ (Simple Syllabus) Training
Where: B-102
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - People Leaders, You're Invited to Our Open House!
Where: A-129
Description: Join us for an engaging HR Open House where you can:
- Have one-on-one time with our HR team for any questions or insights.
- Opportunities to explore how we build together, whether through teamwork or individual contributions.
- Participate in fun activities like spin wheel and trivia for a chance to win a prize.
- Enjoy complimentary snacks.
We look forward to welcoming you and discussing how we can grow together!
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. - English, Reading, ESL, Journalism & Creative Writing Department Residential Faculty Meeting
Where: LA 141
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. - Counseling FYE Faculty Training & Meeting
Where: Zoom
1:45 - 3:30 p.m. - Communication & World Languages Residential Faculty Meeting
Where: LA-101
2:30 - 4:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology Department Meeting/Media Training
Where: B-208
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one hour training with a ten minute overview, twenty minute quickstart, and 30 minute one on one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology Department OPD Meeting
Where: 01-132
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - All Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: Google Meet or dial: (US) +1 252-776-9211 PIN: 973 877 171#
Wednesday, August 14
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one hour training with a ten minute overview, twenty minute quickstart, and 30 minute one on one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - English, Reading, ESL, Journalism & Creative Writing Department Assessment Day
Where: SU-104
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Mathematics & Computer Science - Department Meeting
Where: MA-128
9:30 - 11:00 a.m. - Philosophy & Religious Studies Department Meeting
Where: LA-105
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Psychology Department Meeting
Where: LS-273
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Fitness and Wellness Department Meeting
Where: ESN-101
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Business & Information Technology Accounting Residential Faculty Meeting
Where: B-106
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Art & Humanities Department Meeting
Where: FA-127
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Biology Department Meeting
Where: LS-102
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Performing Arts Department Meeting
Where: MU2-151
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Physical Sciences, Department Meeting
Where: PS-104
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Public Safety Science Department Meeting
Where: PSS-252
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Social Science Department Meeting
Where: 05-142, Google Meet
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Technology and Consumer Science Department Meeting
Where: T1-108
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology CIS105 Meeting
Where: B -101 (In person only)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Fitness and Wellness Faculty Meeting
Where: ESN-101
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Automotive Department Meeting
Where: ATC-121
12:30 - 12:45 p.m. - New Canvas Discussions
Where: Register Here
Description: The Canvas Discussion Board has a new look; attend this 15-minute workshop to view the new tools available via Canvas Discussions.
12:30 - 2:00 p.m. - Crafting Community
Where: HT2-140
Description: Mindful crafting - Share time with others around your favorite activity (e.g., knitting, embroidery, coloring, card making, fly fish tying, model building, diamond dots, jewelry making/beading). Come when you can, stay as long as you are able.
1:00 - 1:30 p.m. - 5 Ways to Improve Your Online Course
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: This workshop will focus on enhancing course design, student engagement, and methods for increasing student success. Learn new ways to improve your online course with practical strategies for design and delivery.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Business & Information Technology GBS151 & 233 Residential Faculty Meeting
Where: B-106
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. - Counseling Dept. Meeting
Where: Zoom
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one hour training with a ten minute overview, twenty minute quickstart, and 30 minute one on one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Business & Information Technology GBS205 Residential Faculty Meeting
Where: B-106
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. - English, Reading, ESL, Journalism & Creative Writing Department Adjunct Faculty Meeting (Option 2 of 2)
Where: SU-104
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. - Validate Links in Canvas
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: If you are new to Canvas, this is a must attend workshop for you! If you have ever had students tell you they are not able to access content but you as the teacher are able to access the content, it could be because Canvas has not linked the content correctly. Attend this 30 minute workshop to learn how to use the amazing Validate Links tool in Canvas tool to ensure all of your links and images are populating for your students.
5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Social Science Adjunct Meeting
Where: Google Meet
5:30 - 6:25 p.m. - Business & Information Technology Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: Zoom
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Physical Sciences Adjunct Meeting
Where: Link will be sent directly to invitees
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Automotive Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: ATC-121
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Technology & Consumer Science Adjunct Meeting
Where: Hybrid T1-108, links are provided by the department
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Business & Information Technology CIS105 Meeting
Where: Zoom
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Mathematics & Computer Science - Adjunct Meeting
Where: Zoom
Thursday, August 15
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. - All FOI Community Get-Together
Where: Google Meet
Description: The purpose of this event is to provide an opportunity for all FOI Community members to connect, celebrate accomplishments from last year and learn about the exciting collaborative work we will be doing this year to achieve our 24-25 goals and objectives! All college members are welcome to attend this event. If you are not a FOI Community member, join us to learn what FOI Communities are doing to support student success and completion!
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Business & Information Technology B-Building New Media Training
Where: B-208
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Nursing Mandatory Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: LS102 or Google Meet or dial: (US) +1 601-568-3024 PIN: 264 884 793#
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Register here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one-hour training with a ten-minute overview, twenty twenty-minute quickstart, and 30-minute one one-on-one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech-savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. - People Leaders, You're Invited to Our Open House!
Where: A-129
Description: Join us for an engaging HR Open House where you can:
- Have one-on-one time with our HR team for any questions or insights.
- Opportunities to explore how we build together, whether through teamwork or individual contributions.
- Participate in fun activities like spin wheel and trivia for a chance to win a prize.
- Enjoy complimentary snacks.
We look forward to welcoming you and discussing how we can grow together!
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Late Policies and Flexibility in Courses
Where: Register here
Description: Explore strategies for crafting fair and effective late work policies that balance student flexibility with accountability. Discover approaches to reducing unnecessary procrastination while supporting student success through reasonable extensions and accommodations. Leave with actionable tips for implementing late policies that promote learning.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Syllabus+
Where: Register here
Description: Get ready to take your syllabus to the next level! Attend a one-hour training with a ten-minute overview, twenty twenty-minute quickstart, and 30-minute one-on-one coaching (if needed) to learn about Simple Syllabus aka Syllabus+. Your students will be bedazzled and impressed with this awesome tech-savvy tool that is easy for students to read and instructors to create.
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Nursing Department Meeting
Where: LS 273 or Google Meet Or dial: (US) +1 775-413-0141 PIN: 338 038 368#
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - eCourses All Faculty Meeting (Virtual and In-Person)
Where: The Robinson Room (HT2-154) / Zoom
Description: All faculty teaching eCourses are welcome to the first meeting of the semester.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Fitness Center All Staff Meeting
Where: FW-01
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - FPG Travel and Advancement
Where: Zoom
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Career & Technical Education (CTE) Occupational Program Director (OPD) Meeting
Where: SU-104 ABC
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Honors Faculty Update
Where: Google Meet
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. - People Leaders, You're Invited to Our Open House!
Where: A-129
Description: Join us for an engaging HR Open House where you can:
- Have one-on-one time with our HR team for any questions or insights.
- Opportunities to explore how we build together, whether through teamwork or individual contributions.
- Participate in fun activities like spin wheel and trivia for a chance to win a prize.
- Enjoy complimentary snacks.
We look forward to welcoming you and discussing how we can grow together!
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Business & Information Technology Syllabus + (Simple Syllabus) Training
Where: Zoom
5:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Communication & World Languages Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: Zoom
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Psychology Adjunct Faculty Meeting
Where: Please see calendar invite for Zoom link
Friday, August 16
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Peer Assistance and Review (PAR) Updates
Where: Google Meet, or Or dial: (US) +1 336-904-9247 PIN: 287 980 726#
Description: Please attend to hear updates to the PAR process
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. - People Leaders, You're Invited to Our Open House!
Where: A-129
Description: Join us for an engaging HR Open House where you can:
- Have one-on-one time with our HR team for any questions or insights.
- Opportunities to explore how we build together, whether through teamwork or individual contributions.
- Participate in fun activities like spin wheel and trivia for a chance to win a prize.
- Enjoy complimentary snacks.
We look forward to welcoming you and discussing how we can grow together!
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. - 5 Ways to Improve Your Online Course
Where: Virtual - Register Here
Description: This workshop will focus on enhancing course design, student engagement, and methods for increasing student success. Learn new ways to improve your online course with practical strategies for design and delivery.
12:30 - 1:00 p.m. - Institutional Learning Outcome (ILO) Help Session
Where: Zoom, passcode: GEAR
Description: Join us for a hands-on workshop where you will learn how to:
- Identify an ILO that is right for your course and assignment.
- Add the rubric item to your Canvas course and your assignment.
- Score it, including explaining to students what it is and how it helps us help them.
Can't make it? Follow the directions on the GAUCHO ILO page, ask your DAC for assistance, or email assessment@gccaz.edu.
1:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Program Assessment Update + Optional Q&A
Where: Zoom, passcode: GEAR
Description: The next step toward integrated and collaborative #strategicassessment is to align course, program, and institutional assessment. Learn how we will create curriculum maps and program assessment plans that ensure course assessments contribute to holistic student learning improvement at both the program and institutional levels.
Optional Q&A will follow the Update from 1:30 - 1:50 p.m.
2:00 - 2:30 p.m. - Cocurricular Assessment Update + Optional Q&A
Where: Zoom, passcode: GEAR
Description: Learn how #strategicassessment can align your area's goals and processes with key learning outcomes using the Roadmap to Impact. Then, we'll show you how you can follow — with our support or on your own — the Plan-Do-Study-Act cycle to achieve student learning improvement.
Optional Q&A will follow the Update from 2:30pm - 2:50pm.