“There is, arguably, no better text to serve as an introduction to Lutheran theology and spirituality than the Catechisms of Martin Luther. Luther’s Large Catechism is an engaging and profound guide into the truths of Scripture. Participants in this seminar will read part of the Large Catechism each month and then come together to discuss the reading and its significance for our Christian life and our work together at Concordia. Come to grow in your knowledge of God, His Word, and how it shapes our life and work.”
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Canvas and Camaraderie for Adjunct Faculty
Led by: Rob Balza and Kate Robertson
Dates: April 10 from 5-7 pm
Location: RP 320
All adjuncts welcome! Please join members of the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for a pizza dinner to show our appreciation for your work as adjunct faculty! We will also conduct some training about our new learning management system, Canvas, so you will be prepared for the changes in your courses starting in May. Please bring a laptop.
Christ in the Classroom Lunch n’ Learn Panel
April 10, 2025
Presenters: Rachel Pickett, Heather Fortuine, Jonathan Balsman, Aaron Moldenhauer
12:00 – 1:00 Lakeshore Room
Our Christian faith is central to who we are, but bringing this faith into classrooms is an ongoing challenge. If you’re looking for creative ways to integrate activities and discussions about faith into your course, please join your colleagues Aaron Moldenhauer, Rachel Pickett, Jonathan Balsman, and Heather Fortuine for a Lunch ‘n Learn panel discussion. They will share proven strategies that have been successful in their disciplines and offer insights on how Christ informs their teaching. Please bring questions or ideas to share with the group as well!
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Gradebook, Rubrics, Workshop
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for training and worktime in Canvas, our new Learning Management System. The hour includes a brief presentation on Gradebook and Rubrics in Canvas.
Spring Faculty Book Group
Led by: Kate Robertson, Rob Balza
Dates: All sessions meet Thursday from 8:30-9:30 on January 30, February 20, March 13, and April 3
Location: Robert Plaster Free Ent Center – RP 125 Groth ConfFelten, P. & Lambert, L.M. (2020). Relationship-rich education: How human connections drive success in college. Baltimore, MD: Johns Hopkins University Press.
Join this semester’s faculty book club focused on building an excellent educational experience for our students through fostering human relationships. Drawing on their research across hundreds of interviews and visits to 30 universities across the country, the authors provide strategies for how relationship-rich environments can exist for all students in higher education. Specific topics include mentoring conversations with students and building relationship-rich classrooms. Reading schedule (please read the following prior to each meeting): Jan. 30 – Intro and Chapter 1 Feb 20 – Chapter 2&3 March 13 – Chapter 4&5 April 3 – Chapter 6 and conclusion
Canvas Lunch & Learn – SpeedGrader, Turnitin, Student Feedback
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for training and worktime in Canvas, our new Learning Management System. The hour includes a brief presentation on SpeedGrader, Turnitin, and Student Feedback in Canvas.
Canvas Lunch & Learn – SpeedGrader, Turnitin, Student Feedback Session Recording
Canvas Introductory Session via Zoom
If you were unable to attend our on-campus Intro to Canvas trainings, join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for an evening session via Zoom. This hour-long training, which includes a Q&A, is perfect for adjunct faculty who couldn’t attend the in-person sessions, or anyone looking to enhance their Canvas skills.
March 18th from 7:00-8:00 pm
Recording Link: https://cuwaa.zoom.us/rec/share/ZvLCVt32MiSppgces4sarf_XQyz8bJdKA8zzbFfyGmQbhMDw4mRn0gRsYqynHOA7.Ft2EGQV5B_DWlSif
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Discussion Boards, New vs Classic Quizzes, Turnitin
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for training and worktime in Canvas, our new Learning Management System. The hour includes a brief presentation on discussion boards, new vs classic quizzes, and Turnitin in Canvas.
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Discussion Boards, New vs Classic Quizzes, Turnitin Session Recording
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Modules, Course Organization, Assignments, Blackboard v. Canvas, Due Dates
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for training and worktime in Canvas, our new Learning Management System. The hour includes a brief presentation on modules, course organization, assignments, Blackboard v. Canvas, and due dates in Canvas.
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Introduction Session
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for an introductory session into the new LMS, Canvas. Members of the CELT team will be on hand to circulate and answer questions.
Canvas Lunch & Learn – Introduction Session Recording
