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Welcome to Fall 2024 Professional Development Week (PDW)!

Theme: Navigating Innovation in Education

Focus on the workshops that align best with your professional development goals and schedule. Provided are a wide range of offerings, so pick the ones that will benefit you the most.

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Monday, August 12
 

9:00am MDT

President's Address (CC Theater and Webinar)
Monday August 12, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
There's a lot happening around PPSC's campus community! The President's Address will keep you in the know! The President's Address will be held in the Centennial Campus Theater as well as via a Zoom webinar. Coffee will be available in the stairwell near the theater next to the F-Building.
Speakers
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Dr. Lance Bolton

President, Pikes Peak State College
Monday August 12, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
Centennial Campus Theater

11:30am MDT

Centennial Campus All College Luncheon
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT
Monday is home campus day! This means that you will have a wonderful lunch provided by leadership. Join our campus community in this shared meal!
Speakers
avatar for Susi Holmes

Susi Holmes

Assistant to the Vice President, Pikes Peak State College
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT

11:30am MDT

CHES Campus All College Luncheon
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT
Speakers
avatar for Susi Holmes

Susi Holmes

Assistant to the Vice President, Pikes Peak State College
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT

11:30am MDT

Downtown Campus All College Luncheon
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT
Speakers
avatar for Susi Holmes

Susi Holmes

Assistant to the Vice President, Pikes Peak State College
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT

11:30am MDT

Rampart Range Campus All College Luncheon
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT
Speakers
avatar for Susi Holmes

Susi Holmes

Assistant to the Vice President, Pikes Peak State College
Monday August 12, 2024 11:30am - 1:00pm MDT

1:00pm MDT

All Faculty Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Speakers
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Monica Novack

Professor
Monday August 12, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Division Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Speakers
avatar for Deidre Schoolcraft

Deidre Schoolcraft

Exec Dean of AHSS, Executive Dean for Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Business, Technology, and Public Service Division Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Speakers
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Health Sciences Division Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Speakers
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Science, Engineering, and Math Division Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Speakers
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Technical and Professional Studies Division Meeting
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Speakers
Monday August 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
 
Tuesday, August 13
 

8:00am MDT

Tuesday Morning Coffee & Tea
Tuesday August 13, 2024 8:00am - 11:30am MDT
Hey there! Feeling like you could use a pick-me-up on your way to the keynote? The CETL team totally gets that a nice cup of coffee or tea can really set the tone for a day full of awesome workshops! If you're interested, could you please sign up so we can make sure we get everyone's order just right? Thanks a latte! 😊☕️
Speakers
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Shanutel Lawrence

Administrative Assistant, eLearning
Tuesday August 13, 2024 8:00am - 11:30am MDT
Centennial Campus Annex

9:00am MDT

AI’s Implications for Higher Education: Now and in the Future
Tuesday August 13, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am MDT
Generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and others, have had an astonishingly quick impact on the ways we learn, work, think, and create, and this evolution is clearly apparent on college campuses. As early as January 2023, approximately 9 out of 10 college students reported using ChatGPT, and that number, as well as student competency with AI, has only grown since then. AI is present in our college classrooms, and there is also growing demand for graduates who possess AI competencies and literacies. Drawing from the presenter’s new book, Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning (Johns Hopkins University Press), this keynote will explore the evolving AI landscape and detail the companion challenges and opportunities that are emerging for higher education. While academic integrity and AI detection will be discussed, the core focus of this keynote will be on concrete approaches and strategies higher education can adopt, both within the classroom and across larger curricular structures, to best prepare students for the life that awaits them after graduation.

CETL is hosting a book club on Teaching with AISign up at the CETL table/classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. C Edward Watson

Dr. C Edward Watson

Vice President for Digital Innovation, American Association of Colleges and Universities
C. Edward Watson, Ph.D. is Associate Vice President for Curricular and Pedagogical Innovation with the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and formerly director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Georgia. At AAC&U, he directs the Association's... Read More →
Tuesday August 13, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am MDT
Centennial Campus Theater

11:00am MDT

Exploring AI for Teaching and Learning: A Hands-on Workshop With Dr. C Edward Watson
Tuesday August 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Dr. Watson – workshop description requires updating to reflect “Designed for those who are interested in employing AI within the context of their curriculum and/or courses, this hands-on workshop will begin by providing participants with a guided, hands-on exploration of key generative AI tools currently being used today.  The world of generative AI is not monolithic, as there are a variety of systems and each has different strengths and weaknesses. After exploring this landscape, the workshop will shift to specific applications of AI within teaching and learning settings. A key theme will be how faculty can ensure their students achieve the learning outcomes of their course while also engendering AI competencies and literacies that are of increasing demand in the world of work. Assignment design, feedback, and grading will be key topics.  A hallmark of this session will be opportunities for attendees to explore AI within the specific context of their own course. Relatedly, participants are encouraged to bring at least one assignment they plan to use in the semester or have recently used and would like to reconsider within the context of opportunities presented by AI.

CETL is hosting a book club on Teaching with AISign up at the CETL table/classroom. 
Speakers
avatar for Dr. C Edward Watson

Dr. C Edward Watson

Vice President for Digital Innovation, American Association of Colleges and Universities
C. Edward Watson, Ph.D. is Associate Vice President for Curricular and Pedagogical Innovation with the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) and formerly director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Georgia. At AAC&U, he directs the Association's... Read More →
Tuesday August 13, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Centennial Campus Atrium

12:00pm MDT

Lunch With Wall-E: Play With AI Tools!
Tuesday August 13, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Want to play with some AI tools? Need some prompting ideas? Enjoy food? This is the event for you. Join CETL in the Grove for a relaxing and fun lunch. Then, grab some dessert in the Learning Commons where we will have fun with AI tools, prompts, and share ideas for using AI tools in our courses.

Signing up means that you reserve a spot for lunch. We rely on these numbers for lunches, so please let CETL know if you're unable to make it to lunch by sending an e-mail to cetl@pikespeak.edu. 
Speakers
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Shanutel Lawrence

Administrative Assistant, eLearning
Tuesday August 13, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Centennial Campus Grove & Learning Commons

1:00pm MDT

Confused About How to Edit Your Program?
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Come to this session regarding the Curriculum Committee (formerly called CIP) and learn how to develop or revise programs or courses and to update your program information in the catalog. The Curriculum Committee is developing guidelines to make these processes more transparent. Anyone interested in updating their department information in the catalog or changing programs should attend this workshop.
Speakers
avatar for Sharon Bjorkman

Sharon Bjorkman

Professor, Pikes Peak State College
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

1:00pm MDT

Ethics and Eclairs?
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Do you think ethics are important? Do you think your students make ethical decisions? This interactive workshop will cover the eight Daniels Fund Ethics Initiatives – how you can use them in your classroom and how students may use them in their role in education as well as personal and professional lives. So, ethics is on the menu for this workshop with a side of eclairs.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Carol Kurkowski

Dr. Carol Kurkowski

Professor & Co-Chair of Business Department, PPSC- BTPS
MN

Monica Novack

Professor
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

1:00pm MDT

Grading for Equity
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Delve into the philosophy and practice of grading for equity and discover its similarities to and differences from traditional grading practices. Explore how equity grading aims to promote fairness and inclusivity in assessment, compared to traditional methods. Engage in a discussion about the results and outcomes of equity grading versus traditional grading, uncovering both facts and misconceptions. Join us to share insights, gain useful information, and acquire helpful tools for implementing equity grading effectively.
Speakers
avatar for Martin Conrad

Martin Conrad

Associate Professor, PPSC
Former Pikes Peak Student, Former Adjunct Instructor, Full-Time Faculty for 13 years, Chair of Humanities, CETL HIPs Coordinator, AHSS Faculty Senator, Global Village faculty advisor.
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

1:00pm MDT

Let’s Weigh Some Pigs: Assessment for Learning Improvement
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Curious about the connection between assessment for learning improvement and pigs? Join us at this workshop where we'll unravel the mystery and explore how programs across the college are leveraging data to enhance student learning. Discover insights into utilizing data effectively, and yes, we'll even delve into the intriguing world of pig weighing to illustrate key concepts. Don't miss out on this enlightening session!
Speakers
avatar for Deborah Licht

Deborah Licht

Professor
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

1:00pm MDT

Promoting Student Engagement and Inclusion through Progressive Group Activities
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Unlock the power of student engagement and inclusion with progressive group activities. Discover innovative strategies to foster collaboration, participation, and diversity within group settings. Join us as we explore dynamic approaches to promote active learning and create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and empowered. Let's revolutionize group dynamics together!
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Karla Wright-Giles

Dr. Karla Wright-Giles

Pikes Peak State College
Tuesday August 13, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Boosting Emotional Intelligence for Professors
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
In this fast-paced workshop, we’ll explore key aspects of emotional intelligence (EQ) relevant to professors. Participants will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to enhance their teaching effectiveness and well-being. Additionally, we’ll discuss how EQ impacts student motivation and academic success.
Speakers
avatar for Lina Rawlings

Lina Rawlings

Instructor, Pikes Peak State College
My name is Lina Rawlings; I am a Professor of Communication Studies. I teach Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking, Organizational Communication, and Group Communication, to name a few. In addition to Pikes Peak State College, I also teach at the University of Colorado and... Read More →
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Choose Your Own Adventure! Ideas and Tips for Equitable Teaching in the Classroom
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Embark on an enlightening journey with us as we delve into an innovative workshop on equity in the classroom. Experience a dynamic exploration of fresh approaches to fostering equity, drawn from my own deep dive into teaching practices over the past two years. Be ready to immerse yourself in stories, assignment options, and transformative teaching strategies that have successfully addressed the equity gap in my music department. Let's inspire and motivate each other to embrace new possibilities and drive positive change in education. Don't miss out on this transformative experience!
Speakers
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Shazia Ali

Faculty
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Creating Ready-To-Teach Courses and Program: Why and How to Do It
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Ready to Teach courses and programs ensure instruction and design preparedness, promote assessment continuity, reduce short-notice instructor and course scheduling crises, establish uniform expectations, foster chair, faculty, and instructor collaboration and consensus, and eliminate stress for instructors new to a course, all while preserving instructor autonomy. Don't believe it? Join us for a discussion on the value of this stabilizing approach to course and program design.
Speakers
avatar for Teresa Ward

Teresa Ward

Director of Emergency Services Administration
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Woody Boyd

Faculty
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Improving Assignments through Transparent Design
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
This workshop focuses on the effectiveness of performance-based assignments in improving academic success, particularly among first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. Faculty members seeking to enhance student learning through clear assignment design and evaluation criteria are encouraged to attend. Participants will delve into the Transparency in Learning and Teaching framework, utilizing a template to refine existing assignments. Given the initiative tied to the College’s DEI efforts and its Quality Initiative towards becoming a Hispanic Serving Institution, attendance is crucial, as all faculty are mandated to implement this transparency framework to enhance one assignment per semester.
Speakers
avatar for Deborah Licht

Deborah Licht

Professor
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

PPSC Publications
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Come learn about our amazing publications and how your assignments can help students get published. We will discuss collaborative opportunities and what our publications do to support you. You won't leave empty handed -- resources, guides, and copies of Parley and SITREP will be available.
Speakers
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Sarah McMahon

Faculty, Pikes Peak State College
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

2:30pm MDT

Regular and Substantive Interaction - RSI What?
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Regular and Substantive Interaction is a requirement by the DOE and PPSC's accreditor, HLC, for a course to qualify as distance education versus correspondence. Come to this session to learn more about RSI, the current DOE definition of distance education, our upcoming HLC visit, and helpful suggestions and ideas for how to meet this requirement.
Speakers
avatar for Cynthia Krutsinger

Cynthia Krutsinger

Dean of Online Learning, eLearning
CG

Christine Gaccetta-Sharp

Course Designer/OER Coordinator
Tuesday August 13, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

6:00pm MDT

PAGE Presentation
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:00pm - 6:30pm MDT
The Promoting Advancement and Growth for Educators (PAGE) program supports part-time instructor professional development. Learn more about this program during this info session.  
Speakers
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Krystal Miller

Faculty, Pikes Peak State College
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:00pm - 6:30pm MDT
Zoom

6:30pm MDT

D2L Mini Basics Workshop
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
At the request of faculty, the eLearning team will be available to provide tips and tricks to help you prepare to teach a pooled Colorado Online class. We will walk you through finding your required course materials, investigating what teaching resources are available, building your course shell, and answering questions - this is a hands on opportunity to get assistance and build your actual course! - NOTE: I talked to Katie about this a few months ago. We planned two, two-hour sessions on Wednesday - one during the day in person, and one in the evening on Zoom.
Speakers
avatar for Rob Fredricksen

Rob Fredricksen

eLearning Technologist, eLearning
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Zoom

6:30pm MDT

Designing with Intention: Accessible and Multimodal D2L Course Shells
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Are you looking to use more intentional design in your D2L course shells? This workshop focuses on using principals of Universal Design for Instruction (UDI) and a more multimodal approach to design and organize D2L course shells. The goal is not only to maximize student access to the information they need each week while minimizing the steps needed to access that information, but also to create multiple means of access to information for students' different needs. While this workshop is designed to compliment in-person courses specifically, it can be adapted for online courses as well.
Speakers
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Manda Wich

Instructor
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Zoom

6:30pm MDT

Recovering Voices Across the Disciplines: People Our Students Should Know
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Come learn about the mathematicians, the doctors, the inventors, the engineers, innovators, artists, and activists who made an impact in so many different fields of study about whom the students in your classes should know. Come join us as we launch this organic project to determine the inspiring and too often forgotten national, regional, and local voices in American history across the disciplines—the sciences and the arts—whose examples can help us create a more equitable, welcoming, and inspiring culture for our students at our college and in our classrooms. We want to know more about the diverse leaders in American history because their words, ideas, actions, accomplishments, stories, and dreams made—and are continuing to make—an impact on the trajectory of our country. Help us to develop and grow the list—that we are only starting—of the too often forgotten Americans whom we should know in your disciplines that will inspire our students.
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Zoom

6:30pm MDT

Unlock Deeper Learning: A Workshop on Thinking Routines
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
In this interactive workshop, you will have the opportunity to learn about Thinking Routines and how they can be applied across various disciplines.
Incorporating Thinking Routines into your teaching practice will enable your students to become more active and empowered learners. You'll leave the workshop equipped with practical tools and strategies you can use to facilitate lively discussions and foster a culture of critical thinking in your courses.
Speakers
CG

Christine Gaccetta-Sharp

Course Designer/OER Coordinator
Tuesday August 13, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm MDT
Zoom
 
Wednesday, August 14
 

8:00am MDT

Wednesday Coffee, Tea, & Snacks
Wednesday August 14, 2024 8:00am - 2:00pm MDT
Hey there! Feeling like you could use a little pick-me-up on Wednesday during PDW? Well, you're in luck! The lovely CETL team has got you covered with a selection of coffee, tea, water, and snacks in the cozy CETL classroom (Centennial Campus A225). Swing by whenever you can on Wednesday to mingle, have a friendly chat, and treat yourself to a nice hot drink and a snack. Just let us know if you're coming so we can make sure we have enough goodies for everyone. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Speakers
SL

Shanutel Lawrence

Administrative Assistant, eLearning
Wednesday August 14, 2024 8:00am - 2:00pm MDT
CETL Classroom A225

9:00am MDT

CO@ Online Workgroup
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
At the request of faculty, the eLearning team will be available to provide tips and tricks to help you prepare to teach a pooled Colorado Online class. We will walk you through finding your required course materials, investigating what teaching resources are available, building your course shell, and answering questions - this is a hands on opportunity to get assistance and build your actual course! 
Speakers
avatar for Cynthia Krutsinger

Cynthia Krutsinger

Dean of Online Learning, eLearning
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT

9:00am MDT

High School Programs - Ask Me Anything!
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Sometimes it feels like the work that the High School Programs team supports is the best kept secret at Pikes Peak State. For instance, did you know that the team supports five different programs through which high school students earn college credits while still in high school? Intrigued? Join our AMA and get answers to your questions or learn more about all the opportunities available to students in our area.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Fleming

Julie Fleming

AD of Concurrent Enrollment
KG

Kourtney Goya

AD of Concurrent Enrollment
JA

Janet Avion

Associate Dean of High School Programs, Instructor, Pikes Peak State College
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT

9:00am MDT

The MVP Friendly Classroom!
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Are you seeking a stable and effective approach to course and program design? Look no further! Ready to Teach courses and programs offer a comprehensive solution that ensures instructional readiness, maintains assessment consistency, and minimizes scheduling conflicts. Join us for an insightful discussion on the benefits of this stabilizing approach. Discover how Ready to Teach fosters collaboration, establishes uniform expectations, and eliminates stress for instructors, all while preserving their autonomy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the value of Ready to Teach in enhancing teaching and learning outcomes.
Speakers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT

9:00am MDT

Transfer in Colorado
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT
Will be an overview of transfer policy and practices in Colorado with special reference to PPSC. Will also include practical information on advising PPSC students who plant to transfer.
Speakers
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Wayne Artis

Professor, Pikes Peak State College
SC

Sarah Clay

HIPS Instructor / Coordinator of Transfer
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am MDT

9:00am MDT

D2L Basics Workshop (2 Hour Session)
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
At the request of faculty, the eLearning team will be available to provide tips and tricks to help you prepare to teach a pooled Colorado Online class. We will walk you through finding your required course materials, investigating what teaching resources are available, building your course shell, and answering questions - this is a hands on opportunity to get assistance and build your actual course! - NOTE: I talked to Katie about this a few months ago. We planned two, two-hour sessions on Wednesday - one during the day in person, and one in the evening on Zoom.
Speakers
avatar for Rob Fredricksen

Rob Fredricksen

eLearning Technologist, eLearning
Wednesday August 14, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT

10:30am MDT

Beyond "Classroom Management": How to LEAD Students for a Learning Culture
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
This workshop will be a primer on various leadership theories and how you may incorporate them into your teaching practice. This is for all educators and anyone interested in considering leadership as distinct from management. This is indeed a workshop and not an hour-long lecture, so feel free to bring your syllabi, bring any assignments you're working on revising, and bring your colleagues!
Speakers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT

10:30am MDT

Colorado Online Q&A
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Are you new to Colorado Online or PPSC? Are you a veteran and still have questions about the transition? Regardless of your experience with the Colorado Online project, I'm here to help. Come prepared to ask questions!
Speakers
avatar for Cynthia Krutsinger

Cynthia Krutsinger

Dean of Online Learning, eLearning
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT

10:30am MDT

Let’s get Conversational…in Spanish!
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
This is an opportunity to take a break from all the hustle and bustle this week and dip your toes in the cool waters of the Spanish Language. Start building some basic conversational skills and practice them in real-time with your favorite colleagues. Let’s engage with one another to bring this dream of becoming a Hispanic Serving Institution alive at PPSC.

Speakers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT

10:30am MDT

The Colorado CTE Gateway: Navigating Uncharted Waters
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Are you considering adding or modifying a CTE program? Are you unsure about navigating the Colorado CTE Gateway? Look no further! Join us for a comprehensive presentation where we'll guide you through the ins and outs of using Gateway. Whether you're a seasoned CTE chair or new to the role, this session is designed to provide valuable insights and assistance. Don't miss out on this opportunity to streamline your CTE program management. We encourage all CTE chairs to attend.
Speakers
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Maria de la Cruz

Associate Dean, Pikes Peak State College
avatar for Sharon Bjorkman

Sharon Bjorkman

Professor, Pikes Peak State College
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT

10:30am MDT

You Want Me To Do WHAT In My Classroom?
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
ACCESSibility Services has asked me to do WHAT in my classroom?!?! We're here to support faculty as well as students, so please join us as we talk about accommodations and the interactive process. We'll give a brief overview, then open up for questions. We're excited for the collaboration!
Speakers
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Jessica Starkie

Disability Specialist
KC

Kelly Caffee

Disability Specialist
Wednesday August 14, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am MDT

12:00pm MDT

Balancing the Equation: Equity and Effectiveness in STEM Disciplines
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT
In this session, we'll explore strategies for creating learning environments that support the success of students with diverse needs and backgrounds. Discover innovative ideas for promoting engagement, building rapport, and empowering all learners to thrive in your STEM classroom. Participants will walk away with simple strategies that they can implement right away.
Speakers
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Krystal Miller

Faculty, Pikes Peak State College
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT

12:00pm MDT

Bookstore Infobite
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT
The bookstore would like to review the adoption process, the difference types of textbook available, and the ordering process for students. We would also like to review Inclusive access and events provided by the bookstore team.
Speakers
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Jessica Morris

Barnes and Noble General Manager
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT

12:00pm MDT

Grants 101: From Proposal to Management
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT
Discover the ins and outs of grant utilization for your department or program in a systematic manner. Explore the entire grant process, from application to implementation to reporting and closeout, with experts in grants development and accounting. Learn how to strategically leverage federal, state, local, and private grants to meet the needs of your department or program. Get acquainted with key players at Pikes Peak State College involved in grant application and management, and determine the most suitable grant-funded approach for your specific needs.
Speakers
avatar for Jessica Castillo

Jessica Castillo

Grants Development Director
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT

12:00pm MDT

Support for English Language Learners
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT
This session is for anyone who wants to support English Language Learners (ELLs) at PPSC. Attendees will learn what assistance is available and will acquire strategies for supporting ELLs in their classes. All participants will receive a document providing practical ways they can help ELLs be successful at PPSC.
Speakers
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Barb Overgaard

Assistant Professor
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:00pm - 12:30pm MDT

12:45pm MDT

Learning Commons: Library, Tutoring, Computer Lab News
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT
Get updates on resources available to students through the Learning Commons, including what's going on with the computer labs/computer resources for students on campus.
Speakers
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Tanner Gehling

Library Technician II
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT

12:45pm MDT

Promise Programs
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT
Faculty members, join us for an info session on the expanding PPSC Promise Program. Learn about student requirements, funding, and support provided throughout their college journey. Gain insights to better support Promise students in your classrooms. Don't miss this chance to make a difference!
Speakers
avatar for Krista Wallace

Krista Wallace

Coordinator of Promise Scholars Programs, Pikes Peak State College
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Dre Guy

Program Specialist Coach, Pikes Peak State College
avatar for Jackal Tanelorn

Jackal Tanelorn

Promise Program Scholar Advisor
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT

12:45pm MDT

Taking the Road Less Traveled
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT
Classroom management involves many things. Students have different learning styles, interests, temperaments, backgrounds, and futures. That makes your job challenging enough. But what about students with disabilities?
Speakers
KC

Kelly Caffee

Disability Specialist
TN

Tor Nylander

Coordinator of Accommodative Testing
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT

12:45pm MDT

TRIO Student Support Services: A Key to Student Success!
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT
Attention new PPSC instructors and advisors! Join us for an informative session tailored just for you. Learn about TRIO Student Support Services, a valuable resource at PPSC designed to help eligible students succeed academically, graduate, and transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Discover how TRIO provides tutoring, advising, and mentoring services to support students in reaching their academic and career goals. Walk away better informed about TRIO and equipped to direct your students to this invaluable resource. Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower your students for success!
Speakers
avatar for Kathie Keel

Kathie Keel

Learning Specialist, Pikes Peak State College
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT

12:45pm MDT

What are students learning in Student Services?
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT
Discover how Advising & Testing revitalized their student learning assessment cycle within Student Services. Gain insights into the development of Values, Mission, and Vision statements, and how they were tailored to align with student learning outcomes for Advising and Testing services. Explore the ongoing assessment process and progress made in evaluating these outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Brook Koltun

Brook Koltun

Director of Advising and Testing/Instructor
Wednesday August 14, 2024 12:45pm - 1:15pm MDT

1:30pm MDT

AI Assisted vs. AI Generated: Best Practices from PPSC Educators
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Join our workshop to uncover the transformative power of AI in education! See how AI tools can boost your teaching efficiencysimplify assessment, and tailor feedback. Dive into the world of AI-created content for engaging and dynamic learning that will enthuse and motivate your students. (Please note that this description was created with the assistance of AI!) 
Speakers
PS

Peter Strand

MGD Chair, PPSC
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avatar for Katie Wheeler

Katie Wheeler

CETL Director and Assistant Professor, Pikes Peak State College
As the transfer director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at Pikes Peak State College, I am excited to connect with educators and find out what best practices you are applying in your classroom! I have served in this role for over a year and am excited... Read More →
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

1:30pm MDT

Desmos Activity Builder - Engage your Students Using Math or Possibly Not
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Desmos is well known for its graphing or scientific calculators. Desmos Activity Builder allows instructors to customize a lesson to keep students engaged using their phones or computers. It is a great way to do a quick formative assessment of whether students understand a topic in a lecture. It could be used in a variety of ways, not just in a math classroom.

Speakers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

1:30pm MDT

Microsoft 365 for Productivity
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
Join us as we delve into a comprehensive overview of Microsoft 365 products, from the widely-used applications to the hidden gems that can significantly boost productivity. Participate in hands-on training sessions focusing on simple yet powerful apps like ToDo, Forms, OneNote, and more. Discover valuable tips and tricks to maximize your efficiency and effectiveness when using these tools, while also learning how to navigate potential pitfalls and avoid common mistakes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your Microsoft 365 skills!
Speakers
avatar for Chander Thangavelu

Chander Thangavelu

Faculty, Pikes Peak State College
Faculty of Computer Science (BTPS)
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

1:30pm MDT

The Importance of Reporting: Knowing When and How to Report Concerning Behavior and Issues
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
This workshop is for anyone wanting to learn about the PPSC concerning behavior reporting process. Presenters will use real-life examples to help you better understand reporting procedures and best practices. You will walk away from this workshop knowing how to locate the report form, when to report, and the importance of timely reporting, as well as what to expect once you have submitted a form.
Speakers
Wednesday August 14, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm MDT

5:00pm MDT

Teaching Bootcamp: Building a Foundation as an Educator
Wednesday August 14, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
This two-hour session has been thoughtfully designed with the intention of catering to individuals who are either new to the realm of teaching or have merely dipped their toes into this profession for a period ranging from one to three semesters. The primary focus of this session is to impart knowledge and skills necessary for crafting an inclusive syllabus that fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and belongingness, establishing an attendance policy that strikes a balance between support and expectation, refining techniques for organizing lectures in a coherent manner that maximizes student engagement and retention, as well as delving into the intricacies of grading in a manner that is not only fair but also adds substantial value to the academic growth and development of students. By actively participating in this session, attendees can expect to gain valuable insights and practical strategies that will undoubtedly enhance their teaching repertoire and contribute to their overall effectiveness as educators in the classroom setting.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Wheeler

Katie Wheeler

CETL Director and Assistant Professor, Pikes Peak State College
As the transfer director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at Pikes Peak State College, I am excited to connect with educators and find out what best practices you are applying in your classroom! I have served in this role for over a year and am excited... Read More →
Wednesday August 14, 2024 5:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
Zoom
 
Thursday, August 15
 

8:00am MDT

Department Meetings & Course Preparation Time
Thursday August 15, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm MDT
Thursday and Friday are dedicated to course preparation, department meetings, and other work to get ready for the semester.
Thursday August 15, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm MDT

10:00am MDT

Book Club Kickoff
Thursday August 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Each year CETL hosts an interactive and engaging book club that is open to the campus community. This year we're reading Teaching with AI by the PDW keynote C. Edward Watson and Creating Wicked Students by Paul Hanstedt. Come read one or both books with us!
CETL will organize the meeting times/spaces, order the books, and help to work with the group to share what we learn with our campus community. 
Speakers
avatar for Katie Wheeler

Katie Wheeler

CETL Director and Assistant Professor, Pikes Peak State College
As the transfer director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at Pikes Peak State College, I am excited to connect with educators and find out what best practices you are applying in your classroom! I have served in this role for over a year and am excited... Read More →
Thursday August 15, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Zoom
 
Friday, August 16
 

8:00am MDT

Department Meetings & Course Preparation Time
Friday August 16, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm MDT
Thursday and Friday are dedicated to course preparation, department meetings, and other work to get ready for the semester.
Friday August 16, 2024 8:00am - 5:00pm MDT

9:00am MDT

Q&A with VP of Instructional Services
Friday August 16, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
Speakers
JG

Jacquelyn Gaiters-Jordan

Vice President of Instructional Services, Pikes Peak State College
Friday August 16, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
Zoom

11:00am MDT

Q&A w/ President Bolton
Friday August 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Speakers
DL

Dr. Lance Bolton

President, Pikes Peak State College
Friday August 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Zoom
 
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