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Upcoming OTAN Activities - Week of July 8

(All times PST)

Schedule your Professional Development with OTAN today. For more ideas consult What OTAN Offers webpage and then email support@otan.us for more information.

This Upcoming Week’s Professional Development

Friday, July 12, 1-2:00 pm | OTAN Tech Talk: Augmenting Video Content with AI Tools with Kristi Reyes, OTAN SME | Learn about two free AI tools for creating activities to accompany video content in lessons and promote active learning as students gain background knowledge in class topics. Experience how these artificial intelligence tools can help in crafting class materials, saving teachers time.

Coming Soon!

Monday, July 15, 1-2:30 pm | Canvas Assignments with Dana Thompson, OTAN SME | In this session participants will learn the intricacies of creating, managing, and grading assignments, along with integrating various multimedia and interactive elements to engage students.

Thursday, July 18, 9-10:30 am | Creating your Canvas Training PD Plan | Leading the Canvas Project at your agency? Attend to create a learning progression for your site and build Canvas capacity past using it as a repository. This session is designed for administrators managing Canvas.

Monday, July 22, 1-2:30 pm | Canvas Grading and Feedback with Dana Thompson, OTAN SME | Discover strategies for providing clear, actionable feedback that motivates learners. Explore Canvas's built-in features to personalize feedback, use multimedia annotations, and create a dynamic learning experience. Walk away with practical tips to turn grading from a chore into a chance to connect with your students and fuel their success! Great for instructors new to Canvas.