CATL Summer Programming

Summer Series

Get ready for an inspiring summer of growth with CATL! We're thrilled to announce the return of our signature Summer Series featuring five focused sessions designed to help you take manageable steps toward enhancing your teaching practice. This year's theme, "Just One Step Forward," acknowledges that meaningful improvement comes through intentional, achievable changes.

First Steps in Competency-Based Education

July 8th, 12-1pm - Virtual Only

Join the College of Nursing and FeedbackFruits representatives as they share insights from their successful Competency-Based Education pilot. You'll discover practical lessons learned, strategies for overcoming common obstacles, and clear guidance on taking your first step toward implementing CBE. Bring your program's learning objectives to begin mapping your own competency framework during this interactive session.

Small Steps, Big Impact: Your AI Path Forward

July 15th, 12-1pm - Hybrid Model (Room location TBD)

This workshop-style session provides dedicated time to explore how AI can enhance your teaching effectiveness and efficiency. Rather than theoretical discussions, you'll engage in hands-on practice with practical AI applications for your specific teaching context. To maximize your experience, please bring a course syllabus, recent student feedback, or a course assessment you'd like to improve.

Brain Friendly Teaching: Shifts to Powerful Learning

July 22nd, 12-1pm - Hybrid Model (Room location TBD)

Discover how evidence-based neuroscience principles can transform your teaching through small, manageable changes. We'll explore practical strategies that increase student motivation, improve information retention, and enhance the overall learning experience. You'll leave with specific techniques you can implement immediately—no complete course redesign required!

Progress through Design: D2L’s New Content Experience

July 29th, 12-1pm - Virtual Only

Prepare for fall semester by exploring Brightspace's New Content Experience with expert guidance. A D2L representative will provide a comprehensive tour of the platform and offer personalized support as you begin your transition. You'll learn how small organizational changes can significantly improve student navigation and engagement. Before attending, check with your EdTech staff about your college's transition timeline.

Next Level Learning: D2L’s Creator+

August 5th, 12-1pm - Virtual Only

Discover how Brightspace's Creator+ tool can help you enhance student engagement through interactive content—without requiring extensive technical skills. This session showcases practical applications that you can implement one step at a time, gradually transforming your course experience. You'll see real examples of how small additions of interactive elements can make a significant difference in student learning.

Each session is designed to stand alone, but together they build a comprehensive toolkit for educational excellence. Join us to discover how small, intentional changes can transform your teaching and your students' learning experience.

If you have any questions about our Summer Series, please reach out to Julia Liebenrood. We look forward to connecting, creating, and collaborating with you all soon!