November Events

UBalt Faculty Book Launch

Join us on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, 4-5:30 p.m. in the Bogomolny Library, Room 412, in celebration of Professor of Entrepreneurship David Lingelbach and his co-author Valentina Rodriguez Guerra as they launch their book “The Oligarchs’ Grip: Fusing Wealth and Power.”  This is the first-ever guide to oligarchs as a global and historical phenomenon.  

The event includes networking and an interactive learning opportunity with the co-authors. Please RSVP.

National Distance Learning Week Webinar Series – November 8-9, 2023

MarylandOnline has developed a series of webinars celebrating National Distance Learning Week. These sessions are designed to enhance our online teaching practices and foster student engagement in a virtual environment. While you can find the full agenda here, check out the summary below:

• Using Zoom to Provide Screencasting Feedback to Students 
  Presenter: Andrew J. Cavanaugh, University of Maryland Global Campus
  Learn how Zoom can be an effective tool for providing targeted feedback on student writing.
• Using Video to Engage the Online Student 
  Presenter: Carrie Dorman, Frederick Community College
  Discover how to create engaging video content for online learners.
• Strategies for Effective Online Teaching Panel Discussion 
  Presenter: Faculty from Cecil College
  A panel of experts will share best practices and innovative techniques for online education.
• Getting Back on Track with Quality 
  Presenter: Doug Valentine, Frederick Community College
  Explore ways to enhance the quality of online courses post-pandemic.
• Creating Interactive Virtual Exhibits for Student Learning and Engagement 
  Presenter: Dr. Angela Lanier, Montgomery College
  Learn how to create interactive virtual exhibits to foster student learning.
• The Benefits of Joining and Using MOL-X 
  Presenter: Diana Zilberman, MarylandOnline Exchange
  Understand the advantages of MOL-X for part-time faculty job searches and institutional hiring.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your distance learning toolkit and connect with fellow educators. We look forward to seeing you there!