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Upcoming Workshops

Open Up Your Course: Supporting Student Success with Open and Affordable Course Materials

Textbook and course material costs have increased wildly in the last few decades, outpacing college tuition, housing, and healthcare costs in the United States. As a result, many students postpone or do not purchase required course materials, which hampers their learning processes and impacts their grades. This workshop will introduce participants to Open Educational Resources (OER) and illuminate strategies for integrating low- or no-cost materials into their courses. During the session, the facilitators will share how adopting affordable course materials supports student success, the resources available from Milner Library, and how to locate and use OER in your courses. Registration is required.

Intended Audience: Tenure-Track Faculty, Non-Tenure Track Faculty, and Course Instructors

Event Information

Synchronous Meeting:
Thursday, February 5, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Online

Facilitator:
Julie Murphy, Milner Library
Lindsey Skaggs, Milner Library

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Building your Network of Support to Prepare you for Tenure and Promotion

This event is designed for early-career faculty who are in their first three years at ISU. Join us for a panel discussion with senior faculty to learn more about strategies and recommendations they have for navigating tenure and promotion and building a strong network of support. During this informal discussion, you will learn from those who have gone before about the routines and partnerships they established in their early career years. There will also be plenty of time for Q & A. Registration is required.

Intended Audience: Early Career Faculty and Course Instructors in their first 3 years at ISU

Event Information

Synchronous Meeting:
Friday, February 13, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
WIH 314

Facilitator:
Dana Karraker, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Emily Jones, Center for Integrated Professional Development

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March 16-20, 2026), we are hosting two in-person events and one online activity to increase your understanding of neurodivergent students, staff, and faculty.

Each day of the neurodiversity celebration week, you’ll receive an email asking you to read a short article, watch a video, or listen to a podcast. Jot down your reflection and submit it by the end of the following week. To participate in this online activity and receive daily Celebration Week e-mail, please register. Participants who complete this activity will be entered for a drawing for a prize.

Intended Audience: Tenure-Track Faculty,  Non-Tenure Track Faculty and Course Instructors, Staff (AP and Civil Service)

Session 1

Film Viewing- From Stigma to Strength: The Neurodiversity Project

Join us for an inspiring documentary video that delves into the lives of neurodivergent students. This powerful video highlights their unique challenges and triumphs, offering a glimpse into their journeys towards academic and personal success. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the diverse experiences of neurodivergent students. Following the screening, we will participate in a roundtable discussion to explore our roles in creating a supportive campus environment for neurodivergent students, staff, and faculty. Registration is required.

Session 2

Embracing Neurodiversity in the Classroom

Neurodiversity recognizes the natural variation in human brains and neurological traits. Neurodiversity emphasizes the strengths of individuals and the support they may require to thrive. Neurodivergent students may include those diagnosed with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions, as well as those who may not have formal diagnoses.

Join us for an engaging workshop designed to foster a culture of inclusion and deepen students' understanding of neurodiversity. Discover the benefits of diverse perspectives and learn how to foster supportive and inclusive classroom environments for all students. Registration is required.

Event Information

Session 1

Synchronous Meeting:
Wednesday, March 18, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Location:
SFHB 357

Session 2

Synchronous Meeting:
Thursday, March 19, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Location:
TBD

Facilitator:
Lori Henahan, Student Access and Accommodation Services
Mayuko Nakamura, Center for Integrated Professional Development

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Framework for Inclusive Teaching Excellence (FITE)

The Framework for Inclusive Teaching Excellence (FITE) guides CIPD’s approach to advancing inclusive teaching at Illinois State University. Designed to support instructors at all career stages, the FITE promotes growth in six dimensions: Science of Learning, Impact of Course Design, Evidence-based Pedagogy, Classroom Climate and Culture, Feedback and Assessment Loop, and Data-Informed Reflection. CIPD has built a robust suite of programming and services around this framework, offering a dynamic lineup of events and learning opportunities to meet the evolving needs of educators across the university.

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