The CTRL's Lunch & Learn series is offered as an informal presentation and discussion series focusing on various instructional design- and library-related subjects. Topics covered in this series include accessibility, artificial intelligence, open access, and inclusion and engagement. Lunch & Learn sessions are hosted every other Wednesday during the regular semester. Recordings from past Lunch & Learn events will be posted as they are made available.
Starting Fall 2024, the CTRL also began offering Learning Labs. The Learning Labs are designed to supplement Lunch & Learn sessions and to support evolving needs around technology. These hands-on sessions are offered via Teams twice a month on Fridays and will be recorded and housed on the CTRL website.
The Lunch & Learn sessions hosted in the Spring semester will continue our conversation around Artificial Intelligence.
All Lunch & Learns will be held on Microsoft Teams on Wednesdays from 12:30–1:30pm. Please use this link to access the Lunch & Learns. Recordings from past sessions will be uploaded as they become available.
(This session will include updates and information for all Carlow community members.)
Kate will share trends and strategies presented at the NACADA (National Academic Advising Association) Conference, including the use of AI and data analytics in tools like Brightspace and Navigate360 to support student success and retention. These platforms offer powerful AI-driven capabilities that can help academic advisors identify patterns, provide personalized support, and ensure students remain on the path to graduation.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
David will help take your understanding of AI and academic integrity to the next level. In this advanced session on AI detection and prevention, you will explore strategies for identifying AI-generated content, redesigning assessments for resilience, and fostering student accountability. You will also learn how to use AI tools to enhance learning while maintaining academic standards.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
Alexis and David will highlight how Carlow University is using Intelligent Agents in Brightspace to support first-year students in the Compass courses. By automating reminders, providing encouragement, and addressing potential challenges early, this AI-driven tool helps keep students on track in their critical first year. Learn how to set up and customize Intelligent Agents to monitor student progress, foster engagement, and create a more supportive learning environment.
(This is session will focus on tools beneficial for the classroom setting, but can be used by faculty and staff alike.)
Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of AI tools available? This session cuts through the noise to help you identify the right tools to enhance your teaching. Learn how to align AI technologies with your goals, evaluate their effectiveness, and see practical examples in action. Leave with a curated shortlist of tools and a clear strategy for integrating AI into your classroom.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
Curious about how data can improve teaching and student success? This session explores how AI-powered analytics can provide actionable insights into student performance and retention. Discover how to leverage data to personalize learning, identify at-risk students, and drive equity in the classroom. Whether you're a data novice or a seasoned expert, you'll leave with practical strategies and tools to harness the power of analytics in your teaching.
(This is session will focus on tools beneficial for the classroom setting, but can be used by faculty and staff alike.)
Melanie will provide a deep dive into Otter AI, which offers real-time transcription and note-taking services. This tool is especially beneficial for students with learning disabilities, including ADHD, dyslexia, and auditory processing disorders. The transcription feature allows students to revisit important class discussions, key concepts, and explanations at their own pace, helping them quickly locate key points, so they can focus during lectures without the stress of simultaneous note taking.
To supplement our Lunch & Learn sessions, the CTRL will be offering the following hands-on Learning Labs this spring. These sessions will be held twice a month on Fridays.
All Lunch & Learns will be held on Microsoft Teams on Fridays from 12–1pm.Please use this link to access the Lunch & Learns. Recordings from past sessions will be uploaded as they become available.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
This session will introduce the basics of Brightspace, helping faculty navigate the platform, set up courses, and manage content efficiently. Perfect for those new to Brightspace or needing a refresher on core features.
(This information covered in this session is beneficial to anyone interested in learning more about generative AI, including staff and faculty.)
This session dives into the art and science of AI prompt engineering, teaching you how to craft effective instructions that yield accurate and useful results. Whether you're drafting emails, brainstorming ideas, or analyzing data, this session will give you the skills to get the most from AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft integrations.
(This information covered in this session is focused on using ChatGPT in an educational context, but may be beneficial to both faculty and staff.)
Learn how to use ChatGPT to create quizzes, assignments, and even draft constructive feedback. Explore practical applications, experiment with prompts tailored to your subject, and discover how ChatGPT can save you time while supporting your students' success.
(This information covered in this session is beneficial to anyone interested in learning more about incorporating AI into their workflow, including staff and faculty.)
This session explores the use of tools like ChatGPT to help draft emails, memos, and documents effortlessly. Learn how to save time, enhance clarity, and edit your correspondence without sounding like an AI tool wrote it.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
Discover how Creator+ simplifies multimedia creation and explore how Lumi—a new AI-powered feature to help build better content, assessments, and activities—can help you design engaging and interactive course content.
(This information covered in this session is beneficial to anyone interested in learning more about incorporating AI into their workflow, including staff and faculty.)
This session introduces AI-powered tools in Microsoft that streamline project planning, helping you set clear goals and create effective timelines. Learn to use Microsoft Planner to organize tasks, craft SMART goals with AI-supported templates, and efficiently coordinate schedules to keep your projects on track.
(This is a faculty-focused session, but all are invited to attend.)
Dive into Navigate360 and Brightspace to see how these platforms can transform your approach to student success. Explore key features for monitoring academic progress, identifying at-risk students, and leveraging data to drive timely interventions.