The following Sessions are 2 pm – 3 pm, on the day of the event.
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| Title | Instructor(s) | Description |
| A Nursing Journey: Technology to Realism | Anissa Harris Smith, Jennifer Kantis | This workshop introduces the combination of virtual reality (VR) and high-fidelity simulation (HFS) to engage and achieve student learning. Nursing education integrates cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning skills to deliver patient care. Simulation-based learning scenarios provide a safe environment for students to gain the realism of the hospital environment. |
| Advising Syllabus: Teaching Learning Empowering | Ashley Williams, Simone Campbell, Andre Stroman, Tameara Guess | Aligned with BC’s mission to educate and empower students to reach their academic and career aspirations, this presentation will delve into the significance of the advising syllabus. Discussions will center on how the syllabus can be used as a tool for staff and students to build relationships and to help students stay on track toward graduation. The advising syllabus can be transferable to any staff and student interaction. |
| Archives & Special Collections Open House | Andrew Dutka | Take a self-guided tour of Broward College’s Archives & Special Collections now located on the first floor of the Central campus Library. View photos, publications, and other material documenting the history of the college, from the early days of the Junior College of Broward County to the present. Archives and Special Collections Librarian Andrew Dutka will answer your questions as you explore this exciting new space. |
| Artificial Intelligence Learn Adapt Innovate | Rick McCawley | Whether you are looking for ways to innovate both as an educator and as a human in an AI-assisted world, this lesson offers insight into artificial intelligence. Learn how to use its power to amplify your power! In a world undergoing revolutionary changes, educators must step up as leaders. |
| Being a Better Person | Felicidad Archila | Each of us since the day we are born carries the seeds of joy, fulfillment and kindness. A fundamental part of a successful life involves bringing those seeds to fruition. This one-hour session is a sampling of the Peace Education Program offered in 80 countries and 40 languages around the world, focused on developing more fully these inner resources. The session will involve some self-awareness exercises, a video presentation from Prem Rawat (www.premrawat.com, the creator of the Peace Education Program, www.tprf.org), and personal reflection. From this session, one will learn about listening more closely to oneself, identifying one’s own internal resources, and developing a deeper sense of personal freedom and possibility. |
| Best Practices in Flex Learning | Robert Gallagher | This course is designed for faculty interested in teaching in the Flexible Learning Modality. In this session, we will explore the benefits, challenges, and best practices when teaching flexible learning classes. |
| Breaking Barriers through Accommodations | Alicia Smith Wroble, Maureen Higgins, Natascha Gray Holness, Aimee Cekau Stubbs | This presentation will provide an overview of how a student may apply for and receive accommodations. Participants will gain an understanding of the significance of accommodations in ensuring equal access to higher education for students through the accommodation process. |
| Building Social Connections to Address Compassion Fatigue | Dr. Julie Radlauer-Doerfler, LMHC | This interactive and hands-on workshop focuses on using social connections to address compassion fatigue with faculty and staff. Attendees will learn how the social influences of mental health interventions can be used to address burnout and compassion fatigue. |
| Bullet Journaling 101 | Jennifer Newell |
Bullet Journaling® is a methodology best described as a mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system. It’s designed to help you organize your “What?” while you remain aware of your “Why?”. The goal of the Bullet Journal is to help its practitioners (bullet journalists) live intentional, meaningful, and productive lives. Bullet Journaling is also a customizable and forgiving organization system. It can be your to-do list, sketchbook, notebook, and diary, but most likely, it will be all of the above. It will teach you to do more with less! The system can be used for self-care and reflection through collections of habit tracking, health and fitness, reflective journaling, and more. It starts with just a pen and a notebook. |
| Community Relations & Media: Tools 4 Collaboration | Joslyn Cassano, Elaina Moran | Are you curious about how the College’s community relations and public relations offices can help support your events and amplify your work? We’re here to assist you! Join us to discover effective ways to collaborate with our teams, such as navigating requests for in-kind space donations and speaking engagements. Learn strategies for working with the media to amplify your initiatives and promote the College’s mission of transforming the lives of students. |
| Dynamic Form Building & Administration | Franco Montero | Join us for an in-depth tutorial on how to build, track, process, and delegate Dynamic Forms. |
| Effective Note Taking for Student Services | Maria Pacheco, Kenneth Ward | This presentation will focus on effective tools and strategies for inter-department communication. Using qualitative data analytics, we will discuss communication strategies known to be successful in business and higher-education environments. |
| Enhancing Campus Culture and Community through a robust, student-centered athletic program | Josef Tinsley | Will enhancing the BC Campus Culture and Community through a robust, student-centered athletic program increase student recruitment, enrollment, retention and graduation rates? In this session, participants will discuss the importance of athletics, and using a data-driven approach, to drive student recruitment, enrollment, retention and graduation rates at BC. |
| Exploring the Mysteries of Test Anxiety | Melanie Gnaizda-Gilson | Join us on a wondrous odyssey as we unravel the secrets of test anxiety that afflict our students. We’ll explore the physical, emotional, and biological aspects that contribute to this issue and uncover the keys to finding peace during assessments. Our journey will reveal hidden gems of knowledge that will empower our learners to conquer their fears to emerge victorious in the face of exams. |
| From Numbers to Action: Transforming Broward College Information and Data into Decisive Action | Jamonique Harrison, Erica Pereira Amorim, Gladys Joseph, Paul Felarca, Steven Pierre-Louis | In this hands-on session, participants will delve into the intricacies of Broward College’s data landscape, learning where institutional data are hosted and mastering the art of requesting and accessing relevant information. The workshop will empower attendees to apply at least three analytical techniques-ranging from data visualization to trend analysis-to extract valuable insights from the vast pool of data and information at the college. |
| Get Ready for Windows 11 | Derron Stewart | This workshop is designed to help university staff prepare for the upcoming release of Windows 11. The session will delve into the fresh features and functionalities introduced by Windows 11, offering participants a hands-on opportunity to familiarize themselves with the new operating system. By the end of this workshop, participants will have the knowledge and skills necessary to confidently use Windows 11 and take advantage of its new features and capabilities. |
| Inspiration Starts with YOU! | Joyce Walsh-Portillo | Inspired Teaching leads to engaged students. Engaged students lead to greater retention and completion. The Community College Research Center (CCRC) has developed an approach titled Ask, Connect, Inspire, and Plan (ACIP). Inspire is all about creating “WOW” content to encourage students as they begin to choose their pathways. The workshop will identify common characteristics that all “WOW!” courses share. Attendees will participate in breakout groups and will learn and share best practices. |
| Introducing the iSTEM Mobile Unit | Mitzii Fulwood, Robert Diaz, Arthur Rose | The Future is Now. Don’t miss these completely hands-on innovations today for tomorrow’s education! Tour the iSTEM Mobile Unit by experiencing immersive technology using the Quest 2s, Magic Leap 2, HoloLens 2, and Z-space. The mobile unit will also offer activities like the Lego Spikes, computer assembly, and Bob, the DanceBot. |
| Know Your Rights: A Session about the Full-time Faculty’s Collective Bargaining Agreement | Andrea Apa, Billy Jones, Marjetta Geerling | This session aims to familiarize faculty members with the United Faculty of Florida-Broward College (UFF-BC) Chapter, providing insights into our purpose, representation, and the rights accorded to chapter members. Faculty will also gain knowledge about ways to become engaged and involved in our Chapter and membership opportunities. Active engagement and a comprehensive understanding of terms and conditions empower faculty to better support student success. |
| LanSchool Technologies – Best Practices | Rachael Christie | Join the Campus Technology team as we explore LanSchool, a pioneer program for classroom management. LanSchool helps teachers stay connected with their students and create more meaningful experiences. LanSchool also offers a wide range of tools for making learning more seamless and shifting the focus back in the classroom. |
| Leading Forward | Marjorie Loring | |
| Mirroring 360 Around the Classroom! | Kyla Williams | This course demonstrates to faculty how to increase student engagement in the classroom by casting device screens onto a computer and/or projector. Both faculty and students can effortlessly share and record content from their devices or interactive whiteboards while remaining seated. Participants will actively explore the Mirroring 360 technology tool during the session. Please remember to bring your tablets for a hands-on experience, or if you don’t have one, a tablet will be provided for you. |
| New Frontiers in Extended and Virtual Reality | Raz Ben-ezzer | This course introduces and showcases Extended Reality (XR) and Virtual Reality (VR) using Meta Quest devices. It highlights their applications in education, student projects, and development within our Immersive Technology BAS specialization. |
| Negotiation: Separating People from Problems |
Brittany Valera | Learn negotiation and conflict management skills including saving face, perspective-taking, and how to navigate conflict while preserving relationships. Get to the root of what you want accomplished with an approach that separates people from problems. Through hands-on negotiation scenarios, participants will learn the basis of salary negotiation, a useful skill in professional development. At the end of the session, participants will leave with a salary negotiation worksheet to assist in applying these newly acquired skills. |
| Personal Self Defense | Daniel Hall, Terry McDonald, Korella Holmes, Craig Sanders | This course offers hands-on training in self-defense, providing participants with practical skills. Attendees will watch demonstrations and engage in guided practice to learn techniques for confronting or evading an assailant. Gain insights into enhancing personal security awareness, building confidence, and responding effectively to personal threats. |
| Reaching All: Diverse Learning & Multiple Intelligences | Renata Pavanelli | Students have varying learning needs and different ways of processing information. To create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom, the unique needs of our students and their multiple intelligences need to be identified to enhance their learning achievement. Join our roundtable for an in-depth discussion on how to accommodate students with different needs and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds using their multiple intelligences. |
| Stylish Women of Florida: Teach with the Library | Piper Oseira, Mei-Jun Chen | |
| Supporting Tomorrow’s Learners | Lisa Martin, Margarita Quiles, Stephanie Neubert, Olivia Elliston, Shefali Choksi | Students have varying academic needs. The Academic Success Center (ASC) strives to address these needs by employing a range of strategies, including conducting group study sessions, providing one-on-one tutoring through various modalities, and organizing activities that promote active learning. Our goal is to assist students in reaching their academic potential in their courses, fostering independence and a proactive approach to learning. |
| The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Who Owns the Icehouse | Hans Dorval | “Who Owns The Ice House?” by Clifton Taulbert and Gary Schoeniger is a compelling narrative that presents eight life lessons from an unlikely entrepreneur. The book’s core ethos aligns seamlessly with our institutional values of innovation, resilience, and continuous learning. It encapsulates a transformative approach to entrepreneurship and personal development essential for fostering a proactive and forward-thinking academic community. |
| Understanding/Working with Neurodivergent People | Craig Levins, Melissa Adams; Aimee Stubbs | Broward College is currently experiencing a steep increase in neurodivergent students. This is a great milestone as we promote access and equity to all, but also presents new challenges within the classroom and throughout the college. The session will focus on the benefits this brings to the college, while also providing strategies on how to not only work with neurodivergent individuals but also truly appreciate and understand neurodiversity. |
| Unleash Your Inner Innovator with Business Model You! | Queen Davis, Johnae Mann | Unleash your inner innovator and intrapreneur! Elevate your career and gain profound insights into your professional journey. If you’re a dedicated employee hungry for success in your terms, this session is tailor-made for you. Join us to explore the ‘Business Model You’ and embark on a transformative learning experience. Let’s turn your career aspirations into a reality. |
| Using Smartsheet for Agile operations and projects | Tom Ayers. LaShawn Streater and Lori Morton | Discover how the Broward UP Promise Neighborhoods grant successfully integrated Smartsheet to manage grant operations and projects using agile methods. This workshop will showcase the utilization of Smartsheet dashboards, reports, workspaces, and sheets used to track progress, facilitate collaboration, and drive results. Discover how these tools can help your team work faster and smarter. |
| Zoom AI Companion Demo | Dan Nicholson (Zoom), Brian Harrison, Chris Magnus | In this course, we will showcase and offer practical use for Zoom’s innovative AI Companion feature in Zoom meetings. The demonstration will encompass the following key aspects: Initiating a Meeting as the Host and enabling AI Companion, Enabling Latecomers to Catch up, Checking if Your Name was Mentioned, Asking Clarifying Questions, Automatic Meeting Summary Generation, AI Companion for Education Settings within D2L. |
| Building Social Connections to Address Compassion Fatigue |  Course participants will receive a free copy of Dr. Radlauer’s book – Connect- 100 Ways to Create Happiness in Your Life: A Guide to Focusing on the Social Influences of Mental Health. |
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