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Guided Course Tours – Part 2
Catherine Cammilleri, Quentin Angus, and Chieftess Olufemi
Welcome to Open Teaching Week! In these video course tours, Catherine Cammilleri highlights a Brightspace assignment that incorporates video notes, Quentin Angus walks us through his course structure and the variety of assignments he includes, and Chieftess Olufemi demonstrates group assignments in Brightspace.
Guided Course Tours – Part 1
Brielle Buckler and Brett Whysel
Open Teaching Week kicks off on March 17 and we're previewing the week's activities with some video guided course tours. Brett Whysel walks us through the structure of his Brightspace course using the video introduction that he shares with students. Brielle Buckler shares how she creates graphical "student contact cards" to build community and help students feel seen and engaged.
Welcoming New Students and Building Belonging!
Cara Kronen and Jennifer Gilken interviewed by Antoinette DeLuca
BMCC is a large institution that can feel overwhelming, especially for new students. In this podcast episode, learn how the Teacher Education department is creating a welcoming environment for new students through Accepted Students Day and a departmental student orientation.

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Mar
25
On the Intelligence of Error and the Gift of Failure: Encounters with the "Mistake"

As professors, we generally enjoy “knowing” but our assumed position regarding knowledge can become a kind of defense. What are some strategies for facing not only our own not-knowing, but our students as well, and how can we meet this “unknowing” with compassion and grace? Part of the Inquirer Talks series highlighting the work of faculty who have published pieces in BMCC’s Inquirer. Register here.

Mar
26
Immigration Policy and Immigration Enforcement on Campus: An Information Session for Faculty and Staff

Join Acting Assistant Vice President for Legal Affairs and Labor Relations, Joy Tolliver for a conversation about current immigration policy and how it applies to the BMCC community. Register here using your BMCC email.

Mar
26
Improving Course Accessibility: Working with Ally in Brightspace

Learn how you can use the Ally tool in Brightspace to review your course materials and make simple changes to improve course accessibility. Register here.

Mar
27
Zoom Tips and Tricks

Learn about new Zoom features and deepen your knowledge of familiar features. Register here.

Mar
28
Help Students Get Involved at BMCC: Making BMCC a Second (or Third, or Fourth!) Home

Are you looking for ways to encourage your students to take advantage of BMCC’s services? Let’s learn from our students. Student presenters will share their experiences about getting involved with a BMCC service, program, or initiative. Register here.