Course analytics can help provide insight into how effective course elements are, as well as the level of engagement for students. The analytics function in iLearn allows instructors to monitor class progress, content statistics, assignment statistics, and more. During this session, Lauren and Kyle will cover how to find your course analytics, how to understand and use the information collected, and how to then implement that information for better course design and higher student engagement.
Category: General
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LinkedIn Learning & ePortfolios Workshop
The nature of LinkedIn is centered around professionalism, which means it provides an easy way for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to cut through any social noise. It serves as a sort of electronic portfolio in the career search process. Instructors are encouraged to assign courses related to course content/objectives for a grade or suggest courses that help students perform better on performance assessments.
This workshop will help instructors learn to utilize one of the most valuable tools offered to faculty and students at Tennessee Tech. Specifically, the objectives of the training include:
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- Overview of LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning
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- Discuss the use of LinkedIn Learning as an electronic portfolio for students
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- Create a plan for implementing LinkedIn Learning in your course
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This month’s survey: Recycling!
Each month the Office of Sustainability posts a new survey for students on a variety of green topics. This month’s theme is Recycling! Take the survey today to show how much you know about going green.
Access survey here: https://forms.gle/uwaHuSUtY5qa1cPD8
Also check out our website to learn more about campus recycling efforts! https://www.tntech.edu/sustainability/index.php
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New 4-way Stop at Stadium Dr and Wings Up Way
On Wednesday morning, 4/7/2021, the existing 2-way stop at the intersection of Stadium Dr and Wings Up Way will be converted to a 4-way stop. Traffic will remain open during this effort.
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Tennessee Tech Today this week
Here is this week’s Tennessee Tech Today radio show: https://www.tntech.edu/news/files/TNTechTodayforMarch272021.mp3
This week’s show includes Rob Owens talking about his time as the interim vice president for student affairs and making the transition into the role of chief diversity officer.
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Interested in Joining the Student Government Association?
Are you interested in joining the Student Government Association (SGA)? The application process for executive and legislative positions is now open. The deadline to have all required documents submitted is March 30th at 8:00 AM CST.
For more information, please visit tntech.edu/sga/elections
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Blood Drive on 3/30 and Gift Card Drawing
The Student Nurses’ Association is hosting an American Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, March 30 from 10-3. The buses will be parked in front of the Volpe library.
To schedule an appointment, please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: TTU19. Those who register before the blood drive will be entered to win a $10 Starbucks gift card! The winner will be notified the day after the blood drive.
Remember: one donation can save 3 lives! The American Red Cross is also screening for COVID-19 antibodies at this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact Courtney Bryan at cabryan42@tntech.edu.
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Course Evaluations Workshop
Consistent course evaluations offer the best opportunity for improvement in the future. In this session, Kyle Cook, one of the CITL’s Instructional Designers, will discuss formative evaluation techniques as well as the traditional summative evaluations you may be familiar with. Participants will gain a better understanding of why and how to evaluate your course, as well as practical steps to implement to start improving next semester’s course today.
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RA Application Open
If you are looking for a leadership opportunity at Tech for the 2021-2022 school year, this could be the perfect opportunity.
The application is due April 2nd, NEXT FRIDAY. You can find the link here: https://newcms.tntech.edu/machform/view.php?id=139910
Timeline:
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- Friday, April 2nd 11:59 PM: Application Due
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- Saturday, April 10th 9-11am: Group Process
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- Tuesday & Wednesday, April 13-14: Individual Interviews
- Monday, April 19th: Offers Extended
Please reach out to Mariah Duncan at mduncan@tntech.edu if you have any questions.
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There’s still time to register for Eagle Works 2021!
Eagle Works registration closes on Tuesday, March 30! Join students from programs across campus to compete for awards totaling $20,000. Eagle Works is a Shark Tank-style competition focusing on innovation & entrepreneurship, problem-solving, creative thinking, and teamwork!
The competition is open to all Tech students from all programs of study. Projects are due Wednesday, March 31 so don’t wait!
This year’s competition will be held on Saturday, April 10 at 2 p.m. on Zoom. For complete details, deadlines, and to register for the competition, visit www.tntech.edu/eagleworks or email akruszka@tntech.edu
