Workshops and Seminars
Faculty Development |Workshops and Seminars
Workshops and Seminars
Improve your teaching skills with our interactive workshops and seminars. Accessible to all faculty, our sessions cover the latest research on teaching and learning, innovative teaching methods, evidence-based strategies, and offer opportunities for lively discussion with colleagues from various disciplines. Join engaging and introspective learning opportunities to share your knowledge and learn from others. Topics vary each semester, so check our event calendar for upcoming workshops and seminars. Access past workshop materials with your Alfaisal University credentials. Grow as an educator and stay informed!
List of Upcoming Teaching and Learning Workshops
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Workshop |
Date/Time |
Facilitator |
Location |
Details & Registration |
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Using Backward Design as a Strategic Approach to Course Development |
Thursday Sep. 26 2024, |
Dr. Bouchra Bakach |
B3-065 |
Workshop Highlights
- Understand the difference between traditional and backward course design.
- Explain the advantages of integrating backward design into your course planning, including its positive impact on student learning outcomes.
- Describe the three steps of the backward design framework to ensure effective implementation.
- Identify tools and methods needed to apply backward design to your courses effectively.
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Enhancing Educational Excellence: A Workshop on Quality Assurance and Course Portfolio Development at Alfaisal University |
Wednesday Oct. 9 2024, 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM |
QAA Department |
BG-088 |
Workshop Highlights
- Understand the objectives and key principles of quality assurance (QA) at Alfaisal University (AU).
- Discover the importance of compliance and how AU meets these crucial standards.
- Explore effective techniques to initiate and sustain QA processes across departments.
- Identify methods to foster continuous improvement within the academic environment.
- Effectively complete your FAR and gain insights into tools and resources that streamline course documentation.
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Open Lab – Individualized Help on How to Complete Your Faculty Activity Report (FAR) |
Thursday Oct. 10 2024, 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM |
QAA Department |
BG-088 |
Open Lab Highlights
- Bring your open Faculty Activity Report (FAR) and receive personalized guidance from QAA Department staff.
- Get help in completing your report and clarifying any queries related to the FAR documentation.
- Learn about tools and resources available that can help streamline the documentation process for your courses.
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Writing Measurable Learning Outcome |
Rescheduled – |
Dr. Bouchra Bakach |
B3-088 |
Workshop Highlights
- Break down broad course goals into measurable outcomes
- Identify components of effective, aligned learning outcomes
- Distinguish vague vs. measurable outcomes using action verbs
- Use Bloom’s Taxonomy to write clear, actionable objectives
- Learn how transparent teaching practices foster inclusivity and create a more welcoming classroom for diverse students.
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A Primer on Designing Effective Assessments |
Thursday Nov. 31 2024, 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM |
Dr. Bouchra Bakach |
B3-065 |
Workshop Highlights
- Learn the fundamental principles of effective assessment design.
- Understand how to align assessments with your course learning objectives for better accuracy.
- Gain practical skills in creating clear, relevant, and practical assessments for your courses.
- Enhance student learning by designing assessments that reflect and support learning goals.
- Improve the quality of evaluation and feedback for both faculty and students.
- Create assessments that align with learning outcomes, guide and motivate students, and foster a supportive learning environment.
Past Workshops
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Workshop |
Objectives |
Handouts/Recording |
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Backward Design |
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Link to Slides
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| Writing Measurable | Learning Objectives: | Link to Slides Link to Handouts |
| ChatGPT, Cheating, and the Future of Education in the Age of AI: | Link to Slides Link to Recording |
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| Enhancing Academic Quality -A Workshop on Quality Assurance and Course Portfolio Development | Link to Slides |
Past Seminars
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Seminar |
Presenter |
Handouts/Recording |
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ChatGPT, Cheating, and the Future of Education in the Age of AI |
Dr. Necati Aydin |