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SUMMARY:Microcredentials Summer Institute
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This is the registration deadline. Please be on the lookout for a survey to confirm participation. \nMicrocredentials provide faculty with an opportunity to help students develop and showcase workforce-relevant skills while enhancing course learning experiences. This three-session institute\, with sessions beginning the week of July 6 and continuing during the weeks of July 13 and July 20\, will guide participants through the process of identifying\, evaluating\, and implementing microcredentials within their courses\, with specific dates and times finalized based on participant availability. Faculty will explore strategies for aligning credentials with course outcomes\, motivating student participation\, and helping students communicate acquired competencies to employers and professional audiences. \nThrough hands-on activities and faculty-led discussions\, participants will develop a practical implementation plan for integrating a microcredential into a Fall 2026 course. The institute will also provide opportunities to explore available credential options\, learn how to embed microcredentials into Canvas\, and connect credentialing initiatives to career readiness and workforce preparation. \n***The course is limited to 50 seats\, with 20 seats reserved for benefits-eligible faculty who have a teaching appointment in Fall 2026 and are eligible to receive a one-time $500 incentive upon completion of all institute requirements. Previous participants\, staff and Instructors with Assistantship titles are not eligible for the incentive but are welcome to audit the course.*** \nVisit the Microcredentials Summer Institute webpage for more details. \nCreating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation\, please email DigitalAccessibility@utsa.edu one week prior to your scheduled training. \nLog In and Enroll
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/microcredentials-summer-institute/
LOCATION:MS 240 and Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation
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SUMMARY:CourseArc Level 1: Building Your First Lesson
DESCRIPTION:This introductory session explores CourseArc\, UT San Antonio’s new web based content authoring tool for creating interactive and accessible course materials. Participants will learn how to navigate the platform\, use core features\, and build a basic lesson. By the end of the session\, you will understand how CourseArc can support your course design and begin creating your own content with confidence. \n***This session includes hands on activities. Please submit a CourseArc Access Request Form in advance.*** \nCreating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation\, please email DigitalAccessibility@utsa.edu one week prior to your scheduled training. \nLog In and Enroll
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/coursearc-level-1-building-your-first-lesson-5/
LOCATION:MS 240 and Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation
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SUMMARY:CourseArc Level 2: Designing Engaging Course Content
DESCRIPTION:This session builds on foundational skills to help you design more interactive and accessible learning experiences in CourseArc. Participants will explore strategies for increasing student engagement\, apply accessibility best practices\, and enhance lessons with purposeful interactions. By the end of the session\, you will be able to create more effective and engaging course content using CourseArc. \n***This session includes hands on activities. Please submit a CourseArc Access Request Form in advance.*** \nCreating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation\, please email DigitalAccessibility@utsa.edu one week prior to your scheduled training. \nLog In and Enroll
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/coursearc-level-2-designing-engaging-course-content-3/
LOCATION:MS 240 and Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation
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SUMMARY:Innovation Academy Summer 2026
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This is the registration deadline. Please be on the lookout for a survey to confirm participation. \nThe Summer 2026 Innovation Academy is a faculty professional development experience designed to support the intentional\, ethical\, and pedagogical integration of Generative AI (GenAI) into teaching and learning. The Academy combines three live hybrid sessions featuring guest speakers\, held on Monday\, July 27 at 11 a.m.\, Tuesday\, August 4 at 10 a.m.\, and Monday\, August 10 at 10 a.m.\, with a Canvas co-created learning space that positions faculty as collaborators. \n***The course is limited to 20 seats for benefits-eligible faculty who have a teaching appointment in Fall 2026 and are eligible to receive a one-time $500 incentive upon completion of all institute requirements. Applications are reviewed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, and selected applicants will be notified before the program begins. Previous participants\, staff and Instructors with Assistantship titles are not eligible for the incentive.*** \nVisit the Innovation Academy webpage for more details. \nCreating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation\, please email DigitalAccessibility@utsa.edu one week prior to your scheduled training. \nLog In and Enroll
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/innovation-academy-summer-2026/
LOCATION:MS 240 and Online
CATEGORIES:Academic Innovation
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SUMMARY:Generative AI Peer Learning Network
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how generative AI is transforming higher education? Do you want to be at the forefront of these changes at UT San Antonio? \nJoin the Generative AI Peer Learning Network\, a supportive community dedicated to exploring how these tools can transform teaching and learning. Since its launch in January 2023\, the network has become a central hub for faculty and staff from across campus to explore\, experiment\, and collaborate. \nAs a member\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nDiscover new teaching strategies that responsibly and effectively integrate AI.\nStay ahead of the curve on the latest trends and applications.\nContribute to a growing ecosystem that is shaping the future of learning at our university.\n\nThis is more than just a network\, it’s a space for you to amplify your voice and help guide UT San Antonio’s thoughtful and innovative approach to generative AI. We invite you to join us every last Tuesday of the month and help shape the future. \nLearn more about the Generative AI Peer Learning Network. \nCreating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation\, please email DigitalAccessibility@utsa.edu one week prior to your scheduled training. \nEmail us to join
URL:https://faculty.utsa.edu/events/generative-ai-peer-learning-network-11/
LOCATION:MS 240 and Online
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