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Zabedia Nazim Celebration of Life
Friday, October 25, 2024 from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Please join us as we come together with the Centennial Community to celebrate the life of our beloved colleague Zabedia Nazim who passed away on Sunday September 15th.
Zabedia worked at the College for more than 16 years, first teaching in The Business School and the School of English and Liberal Studies (then the School of Advancement), before moving to CFDTI. An exemplary educator, scholar, and colleague, Zabedia will be remembered for her leadership, research, and activism across many areas.
Join us to celebrate and share memories of Zabedia at her celebration of life event:
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Centennial Luminate Migration Lunch and Learn Series for Faculty
Lunch and learn sessions cover key topics and practical tips for working within Centennial Luminate as you migrate or redesign your course. Please sign up for the following upcoming sessions:
A look at discussions and groups
Monday, October 28, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Enhancing Collaboration in Centennial Luminate: This week we will look at leveraging the collaboration tools within Centennial Luminate. We’ll explore how to effectively use discussions, groups, class conversation and peer review features to foster a more interactive and collaborative learning environment. Discover new ways to engage your students and facilitate meaningful interactions that enrich the learning experience.
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Centennial Luminate Half-Day Intensive Sessions
Unlocking Centennial Luminate's Core Features
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This half-day intensive session is tailored for those who had courses migrated during our September and October migration runs. We’ll dive deep into the essential tools and strategies that form the foundation of effective course content in Centennial Luminate. From accessible content styling and multimedia integration to mastering assignments and rubrics, this session will provide you with the insights and practical skills needed to confidently use Centennial Luminate in your teaching. Join us for an immersive experience that will equip you with everything you need to succeed in this dynamic platform.
Getting the Most Out of the Gradebook in Centennial Luminate
Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This half-day intensive session is focused on one of the most critical and complex tools in Centennial Luminate: the gradebook. In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the gradebook’s features and functionalities, helping you navigate its intricacies with confidence. From setting up grading schemes to managing student assessments, this intensive will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to fully master this essential tool. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your grading efficiency and accuracy.
Orientation to Centennial Luminate
Friday, October 25, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
For those who missed the orientation sessions back in August, this interactive 3-hour training session provides a hands-on introduction to Centennial College’s new learning management system, powered by Anthology’s Blackboard. Participants will engage in guided practice and small group breakout activities, gaining the essential skills needed to confidently start teaching in Learn Ultra. We encourage participants to explore the platform in advance and come prepared with any specific questions or challenges they'd like to address.
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Centennial Luminate One-on-one Consultations
We are offering dedicated appointment slots (virtual and or in-person) across all campuses. You can book appointments to meet with one of our team members. Please book through the Centennial Luminate One-on-one Consultations Calendar.
Once you have selected the campus location, you will be able to pick from the available dates and times using the calendar.
Please include the topic you would like to discuss because this will help us to best prepare and connect you with the most suitable expertise.
If you have any questions or run into any issues with the booking process, please email us at luminate@centennialcollege.ca
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Getting Started with Centennial Luminate
All faculty have access to Getting Started with Centennial Luminate asynchronous modules.
These modules are a valuable resource to help you become familiar with our new Learning Management System.
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Getting Started with Pressbooks
Monday, October 21, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Get to know Pressbooks over lunch! A versatile and user-friendly publishing platform, Pressbooks is a hugely popular format for open educational resources (OER) and is free for Centennial College staff, thanks to eCampus Ontario. Together with OER Librarian, Michelle Johnson, you’ll use the hour to setup your Pressbook’s account, get acquainted with its features, create a personal “sandbox,” and make a copy of the Centennial College Open Textbook Template. A perfect session for those new to Pressbooks or simply looking for a refresher! Part of the “Open for Lunch” series presented by CFDTI and LLC.
Centennial College Open Textbook Template.
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How to Build a Better Textbook with OERs
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Frustrated with students not buying the textbook? Can’t find the right material for your course? Tired of publications with all filler and little substance? We have the session for you!
Bring your lunch and learn about how you can make a free, high-quality textbook by utilizing open resources, publishing techniques and your own valuable expertise. Michelle Johnson, OER Librarian, will introduce you to guiding principles and practical tools in open licensing, professional writing and instructional design. Part of the “Open for Lunch” series presented by CFDTI and LLC.
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Personalizing and Perfecting Your Pressbook
Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Take your Pressbooks skills to the next level while enjoying lunch! Guided by OER Librarian, Michelle Johnson, you will explore further features of your free Pressbooks account, including: embedded media; H5P activities; HTML editing; and customized CSS! Perfect for those familiar with the platform or those who have just attended our “Getting Started” session. Part of the “Open for Lunch” series presented by CFDTI and LLC.
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Centennial Research Network Session
Monday, October 28, 2024 from 12:30 - 1:30 PM
To prepare for our discussion, please make sure to read the article carefully and come ready to share your thoughts, questions, and observations. A few suggested discussion questions can be found below. Your active participation will be highly valued and contribute to a dynamic and productive discussion. Thank you for being part of our research group, and we're looking forward to a stimulating and engaging discussion!
Questions:
- Since the pandemic, have you perceived any changes in students, and why?
- What are things you did regularly in your teaching/practice before the pandemic that has changed?
- In the article, how effective was the literature review methodology, and what potential biases or limitations might exist in the selection process?
- In the article, how well does the methodology account for cross-cultural differences, and are there any gaps in addressing this variability?
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Call for Applications: Faculty Mobility Partnership Building Scholarship Program (2025- 26 Academic Year)
Global Affairs Canada has launched the 2025-2026 Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program (FMPBP) competition. This scholarship program is offered by Global Affairs Canada and administered by CBIE This program, which is accepting applications until November 19, 2024 at 11:59pm EST, provides full-time faculty at Canadian post-secondary institutions with opportunities to create or expand partnerships with Latin American and Caribbean institutions through short-term teaching and/or research activities. The funding provided is up to $7,000 CAD for
3-8 week mobility.
Important Deadlines:
Deadline to let us know you are interested is October 19, 2024 by emailing emays@centennialcollege.ca – which includes:
- your institution, region and program identified
- a draft of the activities on the ground you’d like to engage in
- an idea of how this partnership can benefit your program and courses
- your Associate Dean copied in the email (as an indication you’ve been approved to make this application)
Deadline to submit full application is: November 10, 2024 - which included:
- Associate Dean Approval
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Letter of invitation from the host institution: Explains the potential for the activities to create or advance a partnership between both institutions
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GE Proposal Form (Basic details & Description of Activities)
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Budget Form: Provide an overview using the FMPBP Budget form – no more than $7,000 can be requested
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Signed Privacy Notice Statement
- CV of the candidate (maximum 6 pages)
Missed the session and want more Information (1 hour)
Here is the recording from the October 8, 2024 information session: FMPBP 25-26 Info session.mp4
Email for more info, questions or to indicate interest: emays@centennialcollege.ca - Erin Mays, Global Experience Advisor
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Building Inner Strength: Navigating Change and Empowering Resilience in Today’s Fast-Paced World
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Register now!
The Centennial Talent Academy (CTA) is introducing a new series of live webinars designed to empower you with essential skills and knowledge through engaging, interactive sessions that foster personal and professional growth.
Building Inner Strength: Navigating Change and Empowering Resilience in Today’s Fast-Paced World. In today's fast-paced world, change is inevitable and constant. In this interactive session, we will explore the concept of resilience and delve into the skills and strategies needed to handle change effectively, avoid burnout, and thrive in both personal and professional settings. Through a combination of practical exercises, mindfulness techniques, and proven strategies, you will learn how to build resilience, manage your time efficiently, and maintain your well-being amidst change.
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Career Conversations: Your Career, Your Way
Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Online
*Exclusive to Centennial Staff & Faculty ONLY*
Career development and advancement doesn’t always look the same for everyone. Come and hear various stories from a panel of Centennial College employees on their individual career development and learn how they got to the roles they hold today, and what challenges and successes they endured.
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