MicroCourse 6 – Synchronous Teaching

MicroCourse 6 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Synchronous Teaching This course is designed to help prepare you to teach online in real-time (synchronously). We will explore how the instructor can prepare for success, flip the virtual classroom, and engage students during live sessions. To demonstrate the techniques and objectives, this course will be delivered live … Read more

MicroCourse 4 – Create a Compelling Discussion Forum

MicroCourse 4 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Discussion Forum This MicroCourse will cover Student led discussions, self and peer assessment, grading and assessing student activity Date(s): Tuesday, August 11 from 11am – 12pm Micro4 – Create a Compelling Discussion Forum Facilitator: Ken Harmel, Learning Designer These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, … Read more

MicroCourse 3 – Assessments — Sept 3

MicroCourse 3- Online Teaching Fundamentals – Assessments This MicroCourse will cover assessment options and tools in Blackboard Thurs, Sept 3,  2 – 3pm These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary objective of these Microcourses is the pedagogy behind the tools and how they can be used to: Achieve learning … Read more

MicroCourse 2 – Adapting Instruction

MicroCourse 2 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Adapting Instruction This MicroCourse will cover community, connecting and routines, and flexibility in assessment. Date(s): Wednesday, August 19 from 2 – 3pm Facilitator: Victoria Surtees, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary objective of these MicroCourses is … Read more

MicroCourse 1 – Course Organization (Blackboard Essentials)

MicroCourse 1 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Course Organization (Blackboard Essentials) This MicroCourse will cover basic community building, navigation, and assessment tools Date(s): Tuesday, August 18 from 11am – 12pm Facilitator: Michelle Johnson, Educational Developer These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary objective of these MicroCourses is the pedagogy … Read more

MicroCourse 8 – Managing Your Online Course

MicroCourse 8 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Managing Your Online Course This micro-course will cover best practices for planning and managing your online course and tips for workload management, building community and student engagement. Date(s): Monday, August 17 from 11am – 12pm Facilitator: Claire Hay, Teaching and Learning Specialist This course is part of the … Read more

MicroCourse 7 – Inclusivity Online

MicroCourse 7 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Inclusivity Online – International and Indigenous student profiles, access, and participation Date(s): Thursday, August 13 from 2 – 3pm Facilitators: Lorna Andrews, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Indigenization, and Victoria Surtees, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationization These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary … Read more

MicroCourse 3 – Assessments

MicroCourse 3- Online Teaching Fundamentals – Assessments. This MicroCourse will cover assessment options and tools in Blackboard Date(s): Wednesday, August 12 from 2 – 3pm Facilitator: Michelle Johnson – Educational Developer, and Claire Hay – Teaching and Learning Specialist These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, but the primary objective of these … Read more

MicroCourse 2 – Adapting Instruction

MicroCourse 2 – Online Teaching Fundamentals – Adapting Instruction in Times of Crisis – Understanding Students’ Needs. This MicroCourse will cover community, connecting and routines, and flexibility in assessment. Date(s): Tuesday, August 11 from 11am – 12pm Facilitator: Victoria Surtees, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Internationalization These series of MicroCourses will introduce the essential Blackboard tools, … Read more

Job Postings

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: – Officer, Annual Giving – Assistant, Campus Planning and Capital Projects – Assistant, Enrolment Services – Officer, Admissions – Student Recruiter – Assistant Professor, BSN Program To view details on these postings, and for a complete list … Read more

MSFHR survey asks how BC health researchers are impacted by COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has created rapid and inequitable change in BC’s health research community. That’s why the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (@MSFHR) launched a province-wide survey to gather data on how the pandemic has impacted BC researchers. You can help by filling out the survey and sharing with your colleagues. Complete by August … Read more

2020 Commemorative Wine

In a rich and unique tradition dating from 2005, the Alumni Association has partnered with local wineries to produce Commemorative Wine in honour of the graduating class. The wine is unveiled at a yearly spring event, and the artwork for the labels is selected through an alumni artist competition. The wine is sold throughout UFV … Read more

Adult Education is launching a minor!

Build a memorable resume! Adult Education is about training others, in a workshop or other workspace. Training promotes employee engagement, retention, and creates efficient teams. Set yourself apart from others because you can help companies and employees reach their full potential with the skills you achieve in the newly launched Adult Education Minor. Start the … Read more

Career opportunities — July 27

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Administrative Assistant, Advising Centre Strategist, Marketing Manager, Marketing Analyst, Identity and Access Management Director, Integrated and General Studies, Transfer & Partnerships To view details on these postings, and for a complete list of opportunities, go to: https://www.ufv.ca/careers/job-postings/ … Read more