Center for Learning Innovation (CLI) Archive

  • Learn About New Student Course Evaluation System, Blue by Explorance

    Learn About New Student Course Evaluation System, Blue by Explorance

    Join the Center for Learning Innovation on Wednesday, November 26, for a virtual session to learn more about our student course evaluation system, Blue by Explorance. CLI staff will discuss the Blue implementation after one year, the course evaluation processes, and schedules, among other things

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  • Rethinking Rubrics: Enhancing Clarity, Consistency, and Feedback

    Rethinking Rubrics: Enhancing Clarity, Consistency, and Feedback

    Rubrics have become essential tools for fostering transparency, promoting fairness, and supporting student success. This interactive one-hour virtual workshop on October 22, 2025, at 12:45–1:45 p.m. is designed for faculty who want to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of their assessment practices through thoughtful rubric design and implementation.

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  • Faculty and HLC Reaccreditation

    Faculty and HLC Reaccreditation

    In this session on October 8 we will discuss the criteria, process, and requirements for our 10-year reaccreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the crucial role of faculty, especially in the area of assessment.

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  • Mastering Canvas Discussion Boards

    Mastering Canvas Discussion Boards

    Canvas Discussion Boards can be powerful tools to promote student collaboration, critical thinking, and community building. In this one-hour session on Wednesday, September 24, at 12:45–1:45 p.m., participants will explore best practices for setting Canvas Discussion Board and moderating discussions.

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  • Digital Accessibility in Canvas: Designing Inclusive Online Courses

    Digital Accessibility in Canvas: Designing Inclusive Online Courses

    Whether you’re teaching an F2F or online course, digital accessibility isn’t just a best practice — it’s a necessity. Join CLI Faculty Workshop on Digital Accessibility in Canvas and you will gain actionable strategies and tools to make your Canvas courses more accessible, more inclusive, and more effective for everyone. Register for the online seminar, which will be held Wednesday, September 3, at 12:45–1:45 p.m.

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  • Canvas Workshop (Virtual) August 11, 2025

    Canvas Workshop (Virtual) August 11, 2025

    This Canvas workshop will provide Illinois Tech instructors with the tools they need to build and manage their Canvas course sites. It is ideal for new instructors or those who need a refresher. This is a hands-on workshop that will be held virtually on Monday, August 11, 2025, at 12:30–1:30 p.m.

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  • Canvas Workshop (Virtual) August 18, 2025

    Canvas Workshop (Virtual) August 18, 2025

    Canvas workshop will provide Illinois Tech instructors with the tools they need to build and manage their Canvas course sites. It is ideal for new instructors or those who need a refresher. This is a hands-on workshop that will be held virtually on Monday, August 18, 2025, at 12:30–1:30 p.m.

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  • CLI Symposium! Teaching Today: AI, Innovation & Impact on August 27

    CLI Symposium! Teaching Today: AI, Innovation & Impact on August 27

    The Center for Learning Innovation will be holding the annual learning innovation symposium on August 27, 2025. The Symposium allows attendees to network and collaborate with their colleagues and learn about exciting innovation occurring at Illinois Tech.

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  • CLI Summer Camp 2025: Cultivating Success through Student-Centered Learning

    CLI Summer Camp 2025: Cultivating Success through Student-Centered Learning

    Join Center for Learning Innovation’s Summer Camp 2025 to explore strategies for student success through engaging virtual sessions and a final in-person Harvest Festival. Designed for both new and experienced instructors, this series focuses on feedback, assessment, and creating supportive learning environments—space is limited, so register today.

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  • End of Course Evaluations OPEN

    End of Course Evaluations OPEN

    End of Course (EoC) student course evaluations for most full-semester courses opened last week and will remain open for 14 days. Most close on May 4. Please encourage student participation and highlight how valuable student feedback is for both instructors and departments.

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