Advanced Workshop: Full Grade Centre

For those with basic familiarity with Blackboard, we’ll look at the full grade centre Abby G180 Wed, Feb 12 1:30 – 2:30 pm http://www.ufv.ca/tlc/teaching-matters-workshops/blackboard/ For more information, contact Doyin Adenuga at online@ufv.ca 02/12/2014

Advanced Workshop: Tools

For those with basic familiarity with Blackboard, we’ll look at the Building Content, Tools – Discussion, Blogs, Wikis, Groups Abby G180 Fri, Feb 14 1 – 2:30 pm http://www.ufv.ca/tlc/teaching-matters-workshops/blackboard/ For more information, contact Doyin Adenuga at online@ufv.ca 02/14/2014

Advanced Workshop

For those with basic familiarity with Blackboard, We will look at Assessment tools and the full Grade center. Questions regarding other tools time permit CEP A1202 Fri. Feb 13 1 – 3pm http://www.ufv.ca/tlc/teaching-matters-workshops/blackboard/ For more information, contact Doyin Adenuga at online@ufv.ca 02/13/2014

Introduction to Blackboard

This workshop will provide you an overview of Blackboard Learn. Topics include: how to navigate, discuss course structure and content area tools. We’ll also look at different interactive tools and the file management area. We’ll discuss design issues for online courses. Time permitting, we will also discuss assessment tools and participants will have a chance … Read more

Career opportunities at UFV

Keep up with career opportunities at UFV by checking out the UFV Career Opportunities website. Current positions include: Sessional Faculty, Summer 2014 To view details on this posting, and for a complete list of opportunities, please visit: http://www.ufv.ca/hr/careers For more information, contact Tara Rozenek at tara.rozenek@ufv.ca 03/21/2014

Deliberate practice: What does it mean for mastery of writing skills? — Feb 18

“Deliberate practice is a very special form of activity that differs from mere experience and mindless drill… Unlike playful engagement with peers, deliberate practice is not inherently enjoyable. It does not involve a mere execution or repetition of already attained skills but repeated attempts to reach beyond one’s current level which is associated with frequent … Read more

Exam invigilation information from Assessment Services

Due to the increased demand for internal invigilation services and its limited resources, Assessment Services has implemented some changes to its procedures as of Jan 2, 2014. A summary of these changes are as follows. Information for students Students must submit the online exam booking form at least four business days before an exam is … Read more

A day of learning about Mental Health in Schools — Feb 4

UFV’s Centre for Safe Schools and Communities is hosting a session with the Lower Mainland Safe Schools community to address learning needs related to the promotion of mental health in schools. This event is by invitation only. http://blogs.ufv.ca/cssc/ For more information, contact Cherish Forster at cherish.forster@ufv.ca 02/04/2014

Discount for participants of Slopes for Hope

Receive 15% off of clothing (excludes cascade wear) at the UFV Bookstore when you register for the Slopes for Hope event with the Canadian Cancer Society! Why not create a ‘Team UFV’, or even a team of friends and family?? Visit http://www.slopesforhope.com register Proof of registration is required to receive discount. Discount is available Jan … Read more

UFV is turning 40!

The University of the Fraser Valley is celebrating 40 years in 2014/15. Fraser Valley College was founded on April 4, 1974 , with the first students attending classes in September of that same year. UFV has formed a 40th Anniversary steering committee to plan promotions and events. To find out what’s happening, get 40th anniversary … Read more

Internationalization Fund — Call for proposals

The world is increasingly characterized by its complexity, diversity and interconnectedness. These global realities require graduates to be internationally and inter-culturally competent to live and work effectively in an interdependent world. UFV is committed to the internationalization of our university and the following goals: 1. To equip students with sufficient knowledge to participate effectively as … Read more

Cascades sweep UBCO 4-0 over weekend

The UFV Cascades basketball teams strung together an impressive series of performances over the weekend, winning all four games against the UBC Okanagan Heat. The women’s team won 66-31 on Friday, and 65-52 on Saturday to remain at the top of the Pacific division of the Canada West. Game recaps can be found here. The … Read more