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SnapShops are short, interactive mini-workshops designed to be delivered in person or synchronously to groups of faculty. SnapShops can be scheduled for existing meetings (i.e., departmental meetings, onboarding/orientation events, Campus Day) or organized independently by a group of five or more faculty.
An individual SnapShop is approximately 15 minutes. SnapShops can be combined to create a customizable learning experience. Simply select as many SnapShops as you like! You may choose from the same or different learning tracks (see below).
Your SnapShop experience will be led by a member of the Instructional Design and Learning Excellence Team and can be scheduled on-demand. You can expect a highly interactive, engaging and dynamic workshop that models active learning strategies.
Mix and Match: Select from a variety of topics to create a custom learning experience.
Flexible Delivery: Offered in person or synchronously online to fit your needs.
Engaging and Practical: We model active learning strategies you can use in your own teaching.
Fits Your Schedule: Host a SnapShop at a department meeting, FLC or faculty event — or gather a group of five or more!
Learning Tracks
SnapShops are currently available on the topics listed below. Select each to expand and see specific SnapShops within the learning track.
What Is Instructional Design?
Develop a deeper understanding of instructional design models and strategies so you can improve your own course design while learning how the Instructional Design (ID) Team can help you achieve your goals. Walk away inspired to implement new ideas into your courses and collaborate with the ID Team.
Learning Outcomes:
Define "Instructional Design."
Recognize key elements of alignment and how they work together to support student success.
Identify ways in which the ID Team can support faculty.
Who We Are and What We Do Each role on the ID Team is unique, but we're all here to save you time! Learn who to contact for various types of support and walk away inspired to partner with us.
Learning Outcomes:
Identify the four roles that make up the ID Team.
Recognize ways in which the ID Team supports faculty and other stakeholders.
Contact the correct team member(s) for various types of assistance.
Project Partnerships Did you know you can collaborate with the ID Team on a project? Learn how to partner with us to save yourself time. You'll hear from those who have completed projects with the ID Team, and you'll walk away with a list of project ideas that will enhance your courses.
Learning Outcomes:
Recognize the types of projects the ID Team can help with.
List the benefits of collaborative projects with the ID Team.
Course Structure Options
Brightspace offers flexibility in course organization, but all of the options can be overwhelming! Learn about various course structure options, how these choices impact students, and some best practices for creating structure and organizing course content. You'll walk away with ideas to improve your own course structure while taking advantage of Brightspace features.
Learning Outcomes:
Recognize fundamental navigation differences between Blackboard and Brightspace.
List ways that course structure impacts student persistence.
Explain how submodule navigation works.
Utilize strategies to create a consistent and effective course structure.
Supporting Students Through Course Design
Your Brightspace course site can provide a wealth of support for your students and not just in terms of your course content. Learn how to embed student support resources in the fabric of your course design to promote student success.
Learning Outcomes:
List support resources for students.
Recognize course design and organizational elements that contribute to student success.
Integrate student support resources at key points throughout their course.
Cool Tools
This presentation provides an overview of three powerful Brightspace tools (Intelligent Agents, Document Templates, and QuickEval) designed to enhance course management and student engagement. Faculty will learn how to automate communication, improve course organization, and streamline grading processes using these Brightspace tools.
Learning Outcomes:
Describe the function and benefits of three Brightspace tools.
Use intelligent agents to enhance student engagement.
Use document templates to improve course organization.
Streamline your grading process using QuickEval.
SoftChalk
SoftChalk is an e-learning authoring tool provided by Tri-C that allows faculty to create interactive lessons to engage students and gather formative assessment data. You'll walk away with a basic understanding of what SoftChalk is and how it can enhance your course and some resources for getting started.
Learning Outcomes:
Explain what SoftChalk is and how it can be used in a course.
Compare SoftChalk to other interactive lesson platforms.
Assess how SoftChalk could be applicable to your course.
PlayPosit
PlayPosit lets you stitch together videos and other content while making a fun, interactive learning experience for students. It's easy to use, and it integrates with Brightspace! You'll walk away with an understanding of how PlayPosit works and how to work with the ID Team to get started.
Learning Outcomes:
Define what PlayPosit is and how it can be used in a course.
Compare PlayPosit to other interactive video platforms.
Assess how PlayPosit could be applicable to your course.
How to Request a SnapShop
Please review the learning tracks and specific SnapShop topics. When you are ready to schedule, please fill out the SnapShop Request Form by selecting the button below. To assist with scheduling and planning, please submit your request form at least three weeks in advance.
In most cases, SnapShops will be delivered as part of existing meetings or events, which are either required or for which faculty are already receiving credit. For independently scheduled events, faculty must complete at least three SnapShops to earn one SEU.
Yes! Please begin by reviewing the SnapShop topics and descriptions in each track.
Email IDTeam@tri-c.edu with any questions or concerns. We're happy to help!
An ID Team member will review your request, assign a presenter, and confirm your request within three business days. Please check your email regularly, as we may reach out with questions before confirming.
