February Power Hours

Spring Open House Week

We invite each school to (re)visit our Faculty Commons on the Lower Level of the RLB. Aligned with our CELTT vision, this space promotes communication, meaningful connections, boundless creativity, and seamless collaboration. Before or after your school-wide department meetings, connect with your colleagues in our learning lounge with some snacks and caffeinated beverages.

• MSB – February 12, 1-2pm 
• CPA – February 13, 11:30am-12:30pm 
• LAW – February 14, 10:30-11:30am 
• CAS – February 16, 2:30-3:30pm

Faculty Commons Callbacks 

• Get Your Course *NSYNC – February 21, 4pm-5pm  
  Is finding the balance between synchronous and asynchronous activities Tearin’ Up your Heart? Say “Bye Bye Bye” to multimodal stress at this Power Hour! Discover new ways to make your content Pop, and before you know it, your course will be *NSYNC! 

February Themes 

• Let’s Try AI
  February 7, 4pm-5pm | RLB, 2nd Level
  Haven’t tried an AI chatbot yet? Now faculty can easily access Microsoft Copilot using their UBalt account! Practice your prompt engineering to generate more creative, precise, or balanced responses from Microsoft’s revamped AI companion. Bring your own computer or feel free to use one of the RLB’s desktops!
  Click here to learn more about UBalt’s AI projects. 
• Enhance Your Courses with Denit Honors Program
  February 27, 1pm-2pm | RLB, 1st Level
  Dive into the world of experiential learning that the Denit Honors Program offers. Discover how enhanced courses blend real-world experiences with academic rigor, creating a unique learning atmosphere for students. Whether it’s exploring urban dynamics or engaging in original research, these courses break the mold of traditional academia.
• Doing More with OER
  February 20, 1-2pm | RLB, 2nd Level
  This session is designed to provide faculty with insights into the world of open educational resources (OER), highlighting how these resources can enhance teaching and learning experiences. Discover the benefits of integrating OER into your classes and learn about grant opportunities that support this innovative approach. Join us for an enlightening Power Hour dedicated to OER at UBalt!