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NISOD 34th Annual International Conference on Teaching & Leadership Excellence (Event)
CommentsNISOD celebrates teaching and leadership excellence by inviting proposals for breakout and roundtable sessions from college faculty, staff, presidents, and other key administrators, including deans, department chairs, and college teams. Deadline to submit is December 1, 2011.
NISOD Excellence Awards
NISOD invites member colleges to submit the names of their most outstanding faculty, staff, and administrators to receive the NISOD Excellence Awards. Deadline to submit is December 1, 2011.
Follow @NISOD and the official 2012 conference hashtag #NISOD2012 on Twitter for conference updates, giveaways, and more!
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National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development
65th Annual TCCTA Convention (Event)
CommentsFrisco is located 25 minutes from both Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Love Field. Frisco offers over eight million square feet of retail shopping, is home to four professional sports teams, and has over 150 pieces of art on public display.
TCCTA can't wait to see you at the 65th Annual Convention in Frisco!
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Texas Community College Teachers Association
Dual Credit Teacher Qualifications (Video)
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On behalf of the Texas Network, I’d like to invite you to our free, live Dual Credit webinar January 26 at 2 pm CST.
Presented by Lou Ann Seabourn, Director of Dual Credit at Amarillo College. This event will highlight how faculty selection can aid in college wide support of dual credit and most importantly keep college rigor in the courses taught.
To learn more about or how to contribute to the Texas Network Dual Credit Project, click here.
Unable to make it? You can find the recording here.
Have questions about this webinar? Please shoot me an email and I’m happy to help.
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(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Lou Ann Seabourn, Amarillo College)
Reaching Nontraditional Student Populations through Dual Credit (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThe content of this module will cover who are nontraditional student populations, why dual credit is an important mechanism of encouragement for future college participation for this population of student, what the current research says about dual credit in regards to our targeted student population, overview of nontraditional student participation in dual credit, and what high schools and postsecondary institutions can do to develop programs that will increase the participation of nontraditional populations in dual credit.
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Texas Tech University (by: Stephanie Jones, Ed.D.)
Learning Communities: #3 Involving Support Services (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsModule 3 of 4:
A Learning Community (LC) is two or more courses that must be taken together. For example, a group of students in the Learning Community are all enrolled in both GUST 1270 and MATH 0306. The instructors of the courses work together to plan common assignments and activities around a common theme for the Learning Community.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Houston Community College (by: Mary Puccini)
Learning Communities: #2 Consider Your Approach (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsModule 2 of 4:
A Learning Community (LC) is two or more courses that must be taken together. For example, a group of students in the Learning Community are all enrolled in both GUST 1270 and MATH 0306. The instructors of the courses work together to plan common assignments and activities around a common theme for the Learning Community.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Houston Community College (by: Mary Puccini)
Learning Communities: #1 How do you define a Learning Community? (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsModule 1 of 4:
A Learning Community (LC) is two or more courses that must be taken together. For example, a group of students in the Learning Community are all enrolled in both GUST 1270 and MATH 0306. The instructors of the courses work together to plan common assignments and activities around a common theme for the Learning Community.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Houston Community College (by: Mary Puccini)
Learning Communities: #4 Assessment (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsModule 4 of 4:
A Learning Community (LC) is two or more courses that must be taken together. For example, a group of students in the Learning Community are all enrolled in both GUST 1270 and MATH 0306. The instructors of the courses work together to plan common assignments and activities around a common theme for the Learning Community.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Houston Community College (by: Mary Puccini)
Getting Started with Dual Credit (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsPresented by Cheryl Brandon Wells, Instructional Designer at Dallas Community College District (DCCCD), Dallas, TX
(This is a Free Resource)
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Dallas County Community College District (by: Cheryl B. Wells, Dallas Community College District (DCCCD))
Making Dual Credit Magic: Increasing Collaboration between College and ISD Partners (Video)
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Recorded November 17, 2011
Presented by Jaynie C. Mitchell, Director of Dual Credit/Early Adm/Tech Prep at San Jacinto College Central Campus. This event will highlight the magic that can happen through true College/ISD collaboration. The session is for Dual Credit coordinators/staff, counselors, administrators and educational innovators who are involved in sustaining or developing new Dual Credit programs. It explores program development strategies, examples of collaborative efforts, reviews tips and tools to foster collaboration, and closes with a Q&A period.
To learn more about or how to contribute to the Texas Network Dual Credit Project, click here.
(This is a Free Resource)
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San Jacinto College (by: Jaynie C. Mitchell, Director of Dual Credit/Early Adm/Tech Prep at San Jacinto College Central Campus)
Early College Start Faculty Tutorial (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThe Early College Start program allows high school juniors and seniors residing in the Austin Community College District service area to take up to two ACC courses per semester. Students can earn college credit by taking ACC classes at their high schools, at any ACC campus, or other ACC location. Distance Learning courses also are available. In addition to college credit, students may earn credit toward their high school graduation requirements by completing dual credit courses.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Austin Community College (by: Mison Zuniga, Director, Early College Start)
Mentoring in Today’s College Environment (Interactive Training Module)
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Abstract
The process of mentoring is one that has been proven to assist universities in the involvement and retention of students. Whether through a formal or informal process, mentoring can hold extreme benefits for those involved in the relationship. In this presentation we will discuss specific populations who will benefit most from mentoring in today’s college environment (first- year students, first-generation), ways to recognize potential mentoring opportunities, and the skills necessary to mentor our future leaders.
Learning Outcomes
After attending this session participants will become aware of the:
About the Presenter
Michelle holds a Master's degree in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University and a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Texas-Dallas. She has over 5 years of experience working in higher education. Michelle began working at TWU in May of 2008, and oversees the SUCCESS Mentoring Program, Sophomore Year Community Mentoring Program, the Cultural Connections Leadership Conference and diversity/cultural programs for OIS. Michelle has a strong background in mentoring, student leadership, minority student organizations and Greek Life.
Recorded at the Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education (TABPHE) 38th Annual State Conference
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The Network
(by: Michelle Buggs, Assistant Director, Texas Woman's University)
The Texas Faculty Collaboratives (Website)
CommentsThe Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has established the college and career readiness standards Faculty Collaborative Initiative to provide faculty at institutions of higher education who prepare pre-service teachers with the latest information and resources regarding the implementation of the standards.
The activities of the Faculty Collaborative are designed to ensure that prospective teachers receive preparation that is closely aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards. This will in turn allow new teachers to better prepare their students to be college-ready.
The College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) were jointly developed and adopted by the THECB and the Texas Education Agency (TEA). There are standards in four content areas—mathematics, science, English language arts and social studies—as well as a set of cross disciplinary standards. K-12 schools in Texas are incorporating these standards into their curricula and instruction, and the Faculty Collaborative is helping institutions of higher education incorporate these standards into their teacher preparation programs.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
HPCatalyst (Website)
CommentsLaunched in 2010, HP Catalyst is an initiative from HP’s Office of Global Social Innovation. This global network of consortia brings together leading educational institutions and non-governmental organizations, to explore new approaches to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. These groups are investigating opportunities, such as collaborative learning and student assessment, to make the most of technology to empower great teaching and create powerful new learning experiences for students.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The New Media Consortium
Dual Credit (Website)
CommentsMany academically strong juniors and seniors take advantage of our dual credit options which allow students to take college courses that simultaneously fulfill high school graduation requirements. By doing this, a high school student will earn credit for not only the college course, but, also, for the equivalent high school course.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: University of Texas K-16 Education Center)
Transfer 101 (Website)
CommentsTransfer101 was created by The University of Texas System in partnership with The Texas A&M University System and the Texas Association of Community Colleges.
More than 50 percent of students begin their higher education journey at a community college. However, available data shows that students are not realizing the full potential of these educational pathways. Texas is losing an intellectual talent pool, communities are losing economic development opportunities, and families are not moving from poverty to the middle class.
The UT System and its partners seek to increase the number of students transferring from community colleges to four-year institutions. These students are proven to have the capability and motivation needed to succeed as statistics show that students who transfer from a community college to a university are graduating at higher rates than first-time, full-time freshman.
One critical way Transfer101 will facilitate success is by ensuring students have easy access to the information and tools they need to make the transition to a senior institution.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: The University of Texas System, Texas A&M University System, Texas Association of Community Colleges)
Dual Credit Texas (Website)
CommentsThe Texas Association of Community Colleges (TACC) and the Virtual College of Texas announce the launch of Dual Credit Texas – www.dualcredittexas.org. This Website is the latest collaborative endeavor of the member colleges of TACC. Dual Credit Texas offers a simple online location for high school students and educators seeking information about dual credit opportunities at community colleges in Texas. It contains lists of all Academic and Career/Technical course offerings at community colleges across the state. Also, the Website provides links to local community colleges’ dual credit Webpages, which can be accessed by the name of public school districts a student attends. “Community colleges in Texas are the first choice for over 100,000 high school students seeking dual credit opportunities and for the first time these students can now access a single Website to link to local colleges around the state,” said Dr. Cheryl Sparks, chair of the TACC E-Learning Committee and president of Howard College.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Dual Credit Texas)
Leaders in Community College Innovation (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsFrom the Leading from the Middle Conference, July 18th, 2011.
Presented by Charles M. Cook, Vice Chancellor for Instruction, Houston Community College; Patsy Lemaster, Associate Vice President of Teaching & Learning, Amarillo College; and Lynda Villanueva, Associate Dean Instructional Effectiveness and Student Success, Brazosport College.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Charles M. Cook, Patsy Lemaster, Lynda Villanueva)
Scaling Innovation: A New Statewide Initiative Led by the Middle (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsFrom the Leading from the Middle Conference, July 18th, 2011.
Presented by Dr. Cynthia Ferrell; Director, Texas Developmental Education State Policy Initiative; Texas Association of Community Colleges.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Cynthia Ferrell)
Switching to Google: What Your Institution Should Expect (Video)
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As part of its live webinar series, the Texas Network for Teaching Excellence (the Network) would like to invite you to a presentation entitled "Switching to Google: What Your Institution Should Expect", scheduled for Wednesday, April 27th from 2:00-3:00pm CST (check for local time).
This free webinar on the ins and outs of migrating to Google Apps features panelists Hab Adkins, Manager of Programming and Support Computing Services at Abilene Christian University & Stan Gunn, Associate Vice President, Information Technology at Austin Community College. They will discuss their institutional experience with this major migration to the new email, calendaring, and collaboration system. Learn from their successes and challenges, so you may avoid some of these speed bumps. Come prepared with questions and comments. This webinar is for faculty and staff involved with Information Technology at their institution.
Attendance is limited to 55 seats. We encourage attendance in groups. Make sure to RSVP by emailing mmolina@tccta.org with your name, college/institution, # of attendees sharing a work station [if applicable].
Participant interaction during the webinar is highly encouraged.
This webinar will be recorded; the archive will be posted here within 24 hours.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: The Network)
Editing with Premiere Pro if you’re a Final Cut Pro user (Document)
CommentsThis reference guide was created specifically to help users of Final Cut Pro get up to speed quickly on how to edit with Adobe Premiere Pro CS5. If you’re a longtime Final Cut Pro user, you’ll find that there are many similarities between the two applications; however, there are some differences as well.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Adobe
Connect@NMC - Xplana and the Future of Educational Publishing (Event)
CommentsPlease join us and Dr. Rob Reynolds, co-founder of Xplana, as he discusses this unique educational publishing and research platform and offers a glimpse of how this fits into the future of educational publishing. Xplana is a social learning and content distribution platform that combines open, commercial, and user-generated content, and promotes informal and formal learning efforts around that content. The vision of Rob and the developers of Xplana is to design one possible future for learning content and its distribution, a future in which learning content is flexible, ubiquitously available, and either free or affordable for all students.
In this presentation, will take a look at Xplana's research on student behaviors and digital content, and examine how Xplana has designed and architected its learning and content distribution platform to address its research-driven vision for the future. We will discuss platform decisions related to features (included and discarded), design and UX decisions, and shown planned platform evolutions from future releases. Topics covered in the discussion will include user-generated content and mashups, OERs and other open content, course taxonomies and content metadata decisions, social learning, LMS platforms, and digital textbooks.
Time: Thursday, March 17 at 12pm Pacfic Time / 2pm Central Time (check for local time )
Place: This event will be held in our Connect Webinar room: http://go.nmc.org/connect-nmc. An archive of the session will be posted here within 24 hours.
Speaker Biography
Rob Reynolds was born and raised in Texas, and earned a Ph.D. in Spanish and Comparative Literature at the University of Texas at Austin. He has taught at a variety of colleges and universities including the University of Oklahoma, the University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma Christian University, and Yale University. In addition to scholarly research, Rob also began writing ancillary materials for Spanish textbooks in the late 90’s. After more than a decade as an award-winning university instructor, Rob transitioned into administration at the University of Oklahoma, where he served as a Director of Information Technology. In 2003, Rob left academia and joined the world of textbook publishing. First with McGraw-Hill and later with Cengage, he created strategies to help these companies transition from print to digital products. Rob co-founded Xplana in 2004 and has served as its President and Chief Product Officer. Today, Rob is the Director of Product Design and Research for Xplana, now a division of MBS Textbook Exchange.
For more information on Xplana, please visit: http://www.xplana.com/xplanaPortal/#dashboard/
(This is a Free Resource)
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The New Media Consortium
Module 12: Student Retention and Faculty Development (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module we explore two related issues for online and hybrid educators: student retention and faculty development.
Although the two topics are not mutually exclusive, we will concentrate on student retention in the first section and faculty development in the second.
In both sections we provide theoretical perspectives and practical strategies for implementation. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 11: Vertical and Horizontal Alignment (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module we offer an overview of vertical and horizontal alignment initiatives in the state of Texas and discuss the importance of these programs to you and your students.
- Vertical alignment refers to developing and delivering standards, assessments, and curricula that prepare students for success in the next grade level and beyond.
- Horizontal alignment refers to creating cross-disciplinary linkages between standards, assessment and curricula.
We will guide you through some of the literature on various state-wide programs, as well as provide you with some practical examples of how some schools are putting these initiatives into action. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 09: Assessment (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module we will focus on the basic principles of student assessment. To set the stage, we introduce two online course evaluation tools:
Quality Matters™ Rubric for Online and Hybrid Courses
- K-12 iNACOL National Standards for Quality Online Teaching
- Both documents provide an overall robust set of standards for online courses and for instructor evaluation. They define what constitutes excellence in all facets of online course development and instructor best practice.
We will highlight what both documents have to say with respect to assessment practices in the online classroom. Along the way we will provide practical tips and strategies that can help both teachers and students find success. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 08: Trends in Online Learning (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module we explore trends in online learning.
Our focus is on the overall concept of a shift in control – a reoccurring theme of 21st century learning in a flat world. We will explore the following:
- Students as creators rather than consumers of content.
- Open access to educational materials.
- Teacher-centered versus student-centered approaches to teaching.
(Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 07: Collaboration and Community Building (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsProviding opportunities for students to build community and collaborate with one another is an essential component of online learning.
In this module we explore how to build community with your students.
We discuss practical strategies, as well as some of the community building tools that can assist. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 06: Legal Issues (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module we focus our attention on legal issues and government legislation that have an impact on the online classroom. These issues include:
- Copyright and Fair Use guidelines
- The protection of student information outlined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- US Federal Section 508 guidelines for student accessibility
Each topic is considerable enough to comprise a course in its own right; however, we will do our best to provide a brief overview of each, and point you in the direction of resources that can help answer any further questions. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 05: Cultural and Global Considerations (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module, we examine cultural and global considerations for online learning.
We share resources to help get your students involved in global collaborative projects, as well as explore issues, considerations and strategies relevant to teaching international audiences. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 04: Classroom Management and Communication (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn this module, our focus is on classroom management and communication strategies. We explore how to:
- Set guidelines.
- Manage student expectations.
- Establish effective communication strategies.
Throughout the module, examples and materials are provided by educators in the field.
You will be invited to share your expertise along the way. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 03: Learning Styles (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsSince no two students learn exactly the same way, it is suggested teachers take an approach to teaching and learning that offers students multiple options for taking in information and making sense of ideas.
An online course with curriculum presented in a variety of ways helps target a range of student learning styles and multiple intelligences.
In this module we will:
- Discuss theoretical perspectives related to learning styles and multiple intelligences.
- Provide practical teaching strategies that address individual learning styles and multiple intelligences in the classroom.
(Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 02: Flexibility and Time Management (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThe ability to manage one's time effectively in the world of online learning is crucial for both students and instructors.
In this module we focus on time management strategies. Our information consists of recommendations from experienced online instructors, and is targeted primarily to teachers who are new to teaching hybrid and online classes.
We will focus on the following items:
- Setting guidelines for communication and grading
- Encouraging students to be effective time managers
- Allowing for a degree of flexibility
(Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Module 01: Introduction to Online Learning (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsWelcome to the Faculty Development Modules for Online Teaching.
In this introductory module we discuss how to prepare for success when teaching hybrid and online courses.
We address considerations and practical strategies for teachers transitioning from face-to-face classrooms to online learning environments. Our focus is on:
- What to expect.
- How to get started.
Along the way you will be invited to share your expertise in our discussions forums. (Click here for a transcript.)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Lone Star College System (by: Lone Star College-Online)
Color Overview for Graphic Designers (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsSlide show with audio discussing RGB, CMYK, Spot color.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Judy Durkin, CTE teacher (http://www.durkinart.com/))
Illustrator CS5 Video Tutorials (Video)
CommentsImportant: You must establish your color settings prior to beginning these videos.
* The Fundamentals Getting started with Illustrator (15)
* Creating a Custom Inkjet Profile So we work smart for prints (5)
* The Pen Tool Master the most powerful tool in the bar (23)
* The Toolbar Videos about every tool in the bar (98)
* Panels Videos about every panel you’ll need (6)
* Typography Learn to wield the Type Tool like a pro (16)
* Enhancing Illustrator Files in Photoshop For the WOW factor (7)
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Mike Skocko - The Mac Lab)
Introduction to Flash Animation CS5 (Website)
CommentsTeaching “Flash Intro” to beginning animators for 10 years I have developed some techniques and projects that develop essential Flash skills while providing a solid foundation for participants to continue working with Flash long after my class or professional development. The typical introductory training is anywhere between 6 to15 hours and my typical teaching assignment, with middle school students, is twice a week for 40 minutes for an academic year.
Follow the sequence of video tutorials, lesson plans and samples below for a solid Flash foundation.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Scott Waldman - Middle School Technology Teacher)
Educational Excellence Resources for CTE Teachers EOS 2011 (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsEducational Excellence Resources for CTE Teachers Holly B. Smith, Curriculum Specialist, University of North Texas
The University of North Texas, through the Educational Excellence Grants, has developed educational resources for CTE teachers in the state of Texas. With implementation of the new TEKS and courses, see what new and newly revised resources are ready for you to use in your classroom. (Recorded at Education Open Source Feb. 7-9, 2011)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Education Open Source (by: Holly B. Smith, Curriculum Specialist, University of North Texas )
AchieveTexas College and Career Initiative EOS 2011 (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsAchieveTexas College and Career Initiative: Promoting Lifelong Learning for All
Shannon Weaver, Career Clusters Project Director, North Lake College
AchieveTexas and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's Career Clusters State Leadership Project recently united to align with the College and Career Readiness Standards. Alignment will increase opportunities for collaboration and articulated credit. Designed for all educators, this session provides an overview of the alignment process, highlights of the Best Practice case studies and the collaborative communication plan. (Recorded at Education Open Source Feb. 7-9, 2011)
(This is a Free Resource)
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Education Open Source (by: AchieveTexas)
TEXASgenuine Environment Overview (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsDr. Pam Cox-Otto: Interact President & CEO presents:
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) hired Interact Communications to create a brand that would serve the career and technical education program needs of the entire college system.
Creating a brand for 54 community and technical colleges requires substantial data collection and analysis. The goal of the research is to make sure that all communities and schools have an emotional understanding and tie to the brand for the system. Each of the 7 regions of Texas was considered in the research as well as multiple demographics including external audiences such as high school students, parents of high school students, general community needs, business and industry needs, and internal audiences such as current college students, faculty, staff, administration, and college alumni.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (by: Pam Cox-Otto)
TEXASgenuine Brand Rollout (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsDr. Pam Cox-Otto: Interact President & CEO presents:
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) hired Interact Communications to create a brand that would serve the career and technical education program needs of the entire college system.
Creating a brand for 54 community and technical colleges requires substantial data collection and analysis. The goal of the research is to make sure that all communities and schools have an emotional understanding and tie to the brand for the system. Each of the 7 regions of Texas was considered in the research as well as multiple demographics including external audiences such as high school students, parents of high school students, general community needs, business and industry needs, and internal audiences such as current college students, faculty, staff, administration, and college alumni.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (by: Pam Cox-Otto)
Successful Recruitment of Female Students into STEM & Green Tech-related Programs (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIf “Green Jobs” are the wave of the future - will Women be trained and ready for these opportunities, when they arrive? After a one year DOL-Women’s Bureau sponsored recruitment campaign, ACC has been able to boost women’s enrollment in “Green Tech” coursework from 10% to 50%. The Key is “effective messaging!” Learn about recent findings regarding STEM Recruitment for Women – and how this applies to the field of Green Technologies (like Renewable Energy and Weatherization). Women in Green Jobs – Yes They Can!
Key Presenter Tricia Berry, Director – “Women in Engineering Program”/UT-Austin, Co-presenter Shelley Attix/ACC “Women In Green Jobs Campaign,” Workforce-CE Manager
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(This is a Free Resource)
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Austin Community College (by: Tricia Berry, UT-Austin and Shelley Attix, ACC)
Engaging Students More Effectively (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsRecorded session from the TCCTA 2010 Annual Convention.
March 4-6, 2010
Houston, TX
Speaker: Chuck Williams, Dean of the College of Business, Butler University
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Chuck Williams, Dean of the College of Business, Butler University)
Creating an Online Course Syllabus (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThis module will explain what an online syllabus consists of and how an online syllabus differs from a traditional syllabus. The module will also explain the various elements necessary for online syllabi, and some of the errors commonly made when creating a syllabus for an online course. Finally, we provide links to some examples of online syllabi as well as additional resources.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Del Mar College (by: Jeffrey Getchell)
Creating an Accessible Online Tutorial Using Adobe Connect (Website)
CommentsThis AIM resource is an exemplar tutorial on how to create accessible online tutorials. Utilizing Adobe Connect, this AIM offers a “behind the scenes tour??? on how to create online tutorials while adhering to common accessibility practices. Essentially, this high quality resource both guides and models the user on how create an accessible online tutorial by discussing the proper use of story boards, video/audio features, screen casts, and handouts given different learning preferences.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Julie Chen)
Building Your Career: Planning Your Next Steps for Professional Growth (Video)
Comments8-6-2009
Terry Stewart Mouchayleh, Director Professional Development, Austin Community College;
Mickey Slimp, Director of the Texas Leadership Alliance & Executive Director of the Northeast Texas Consortium of Colleges; and
Richard Moore, Executive Director, Texas Community College Teachers Association.
You've completed a great summer of professional development - so why cut back on your growth and networking opportunities now! Three leaders from the Texas community college movement will help you explore new levels of opportunity both at your institution and beyond. A great capstone to your summer experience and an excellent start for your upcoming academic year.
(This is a Free Resource)
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Texas Leadership Alliance (by: Terry Stewart Moucheyleh, Mickey Slimp, Richard Moore)
Arc Welding Basics (Interactive Training Module)
Comments(This is a Free Resource)
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Lincoln Electric
Advanced Pipe Welding Process (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsRecorded session from the TCCTA 2010 Annual Convention.
March 4-6, 2010
Houston, TX
Presenter: Gerald Miller, District Manager, Miller Electric Manufacturing
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Gerald Miller, District Manager, Miller Electric Manufacturing)
Program Development: Renewable Energy 4/10/2009 (Video)
CommentsAs part of its free, live webinar series, the Texas Network for Teaching Excellence in Career and Technical Education (the Network) would like to invite you to a presentation on Renewable Energy program development in the Community College by Edward Ardizoni of Austin Community College.
In response to Austin Energy’s requirement to provide 20% of Austin’s energy through renewable sources by 2012, and 30% by 2020, Austin Community College was tasked to train a workforce to support the new renewable energy industry. The North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) established a nationally recognized level of knowledge examination for the solar/renewable industry. Austin Community College currently offers test preparatory classes that are designed to meet the NABCEP competencies at the entry and professional level. Students are exceeding the national examination passing average by 30% and the program has been enthusiastically embraced by the community. This webinar will focus on how the program was designed and will provide tips and ideas on how other Community Colleges can create similar programs at their institutions.
Edward Ardizoni is the coordinator for the continuing education renewable energy program at Austin Community College (ACC). Ed has worked at ACC for 16 years in various rolls; Adjunct Professor and Assistant Professor for the Electronics and Advanced Technology Department and currently Coordinator for the Business & Industry Institute. As coordinator, he is tasked with procuring equipment and instructional talent to support the training program and sustain workforce benchmarks for the emerging renewable energy industry.
The webinar was held April 10, 2009 at 10:30am.
If you have any questions, contact Marcos Molina at mmolina@tccta.org.
(This is a Free Resource)
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The Network (by: Ed Ardizoni)
Achieving the Dream (Interactive Training Module)
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The Network (by: Lucy Michal, Bobbie Jo Hill, Cynthia Ferrell)
2010 EOS Screening Room: Recruiting and Retaining New Generations of Faculty (Website)
CommentsDr. Terry Mouchayleh, Director of Professional Development and Evaluation, Austin Community College:
Generation X and Generation Y faculty enter institutions with different expectations, approaches and professional values that baby boomer and veteran faculty. This session focuses on the differences, how institutions may prepare for the changes that younger faculty may bring, and how to maintain harmony in generationally diverse faculty ranks.
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Education Open Source (by: Dr. Terry Mouchayleh)
Surviving Your First Course (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThis tutorial is designed to offer you support and concrete ideas on how to make the best of your teaching, for both you and your students.
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Austin Community College (by: Terry Stewart Mouchayleh)
Teaching Accounting - Tools and Tricks (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsRecorded session from the TCCTA 2010 Annual Convention.
March 4-6, 2010
Houston, TX
Panel: Linda Flowers, Professor of Accounting, Houston Community College; Tracie Nobles, Associate Professor of Accounting, Austin Community College; Reed Peoples, Professor of Accounting, Austin Community College; and Cathy Scott, Associate Professor of Accounting, Navarro College
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Linda Flowers, Tracie Nobles, Reed Peoples, Cathy Scott)
Texas Community College Teachers Association Blog (Website)
CommentsUpdated continuously, the TCCTA blog is “the” authority for the latest news and information related to Texas Community Colleges.
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Texas Community College Teachers Association (by: Scott Nelson)
Texas Leadership Alliance Webinar: Developmental Education - Is there a Silver Bullet? (Video)
CommentsJuly 2, 2009
Cynthia Ferrell, Texas Association of Community Colleges Consultant, Rebecca Goosen, Dean of Developmental Education, San Jacinto College-North Lydia Tena, Campus Dean and Dean of Instructional Programs, Northwest Campus, El Paso Community College.
The need for remediation through developmental education remains one of the major barriers to degree completion in our state. With colleges pumping people and cash into the effort, has anyone found the "silver bullet" that will finally get students through the system? A panel of researchers and practitioners will offer their insight and solutions.
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Texas Leadership Alliance (by: Cynthia Ferrell, Rebecca Goosen and Lydia Tena)
The Brain and How People Learn (Interactive Training Module)
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Austin Community College (by: Dr. Lara Niles)
What is Web 2.0? (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsIn Web 1.0 websites were created so that people could get information by going directly to the source. Over time, however, there was too much information to keep up with. There was not enough time to visit all sites with relevant content.
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Del Mar College (by: Vicky Andrews)
Windows Movie Maker Tutorial (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsLearn the basics of editing video on a Windows PC using Windows Movie Maker.
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Del Mar College (by: Jeff Getchell)
YouTube in the Classroom (Interactive Training Module)
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Virtual College of Texas
College Tech Prep of Texas (Website)
CommentsTech Prep is College Prep for Technical Careers!
Tech Prep is a way to start a college technical major in high school. In a Tech Prep program, you begin your course of study in high school and continue in a community or technical college. The result is a certificate or associate degree in a career field.
Tech Prep programs combine the academic courses needed for success in college AND technical courses that begin to prepare you for a career.
Students in Tech Prep programs can earn college credit through: Content-enhanced articulated courses (statewide articulation and/or local articulation); Dual credit (concurrent enrollment); and/or College Board Advanced Placement (AP).
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Dallas County Community College District
Clipping Mask and Border Demonstrations (Video)
CommentsFor Adobe Photoshop
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Austin Community College (by: Donna Pauler)
CareerOneStop (Website)
CommentsThis is a career planning resource for students, parents, career changers, and career advisors.
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The Network (by: CareerOneStop)
Bioscience Education Connections (Website)
CommentsWorking Group is committed to broadening people's knowledge about bioscience and preparing people for work opportunities in that field.
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The Network (by: Bioscience Education Connections (BEC))
Beyond e-Texts: How Open Textbooks Can Drive Quality Up & Costs Down (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsRecorded session from the TCCTA 2010 Annual Convention.
March 4-6, 2010
Houston, TX
Presenter: Eric King, Flat World Knowledge
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The Network (by: Eric King)
Audience Response Systems (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsCase stories from various institutions involved in the Texas Faculty Development Network (TFDN) will showcase a variety of Audience Response Systems uses including “clicker” devises for multiple choice test taking, surveys, and reflective learning.
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The Network (by: MERLOT ELIXR)
Assessment Rubrics (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsThe case stories within this module will spotlight the multiple types and uses of Assessment Rubrics as vehicles for advancing student learning. The stories will range from co-designing rubrics with students, using them for self-assessment, and communicating learning outcomes.
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The Network (by: MERLOT ELIXR)
ARC Welding Safety Industry and Product Updates (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsOSHA—Hexavalent Chromium Standard, Lincoln Electric MSDS Updates—Hexavalent Chromium, Arc Welding Safety, Fume Extraction Equipment
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Lincoln Electric
Applied Math and Science Education Repository (Website)
CommentsAMSER is a portal of educational resources and services built specifically for use by those in Community and Technical Colleges but free for anyone to use.
AMSER is funded by the National Science Foundation as part of the National Science Digital Library, and is being created by a team of project partners led by Internet Scout.
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The Network (by: Applied Math and Science Education Repository)
After the 1st Day of Class - Constructivist Teaching Methods (Interactive Training Module)
CommentsBuilding on ELIXR's First Day of Class module, this module will explore how momentum created during the first day of class can be sustained by implementing exemplary teaching practices inside and outside the classroom.
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The Network (by: MERLOT ELIXR)
Adobe MAX 2009 (Website)
CommentsWe are in a software revolution fueled by social computing, client and cloud, and the spread of rich media across screens and devices. For four unforgettable days this October, MAX 2009 will bring together thousands of designers, developers, and decision-makers to shape the future. Join us.
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Adobe (by: Adobe)