Tina Calandrino

Though around since the 1990s, there is growing support for Universal Design for Learning (UDL). A portion of UDL is a way of creating course materials that are accessible not only to students with disabilities but to all students. The application of UDL principles provides strategies to address the learning styles of all students while breaking…[Read more]

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Open SUNY: Online Faculty Development At Scale
Open SUNY celebrates, connects, and nurtures online practitioners across the SUNY system. We are committed to sharing beyond SUNY by openly licensing the tools/resources produced. This session will present how we leverage our “SUNYsystemness” and partner with campuses to engage our…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Aimee deNoyelles, University of Central Florida
Amanda Major, University of Central Florida
Dennis Walpole, University of South Florida

Abstract:
The StateUniversity System of Florida Board of Governor’s 2025 Strategic Plan for OnlineEducation recommends that institutions implement an online course review process w…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Brittany Anthony, University of South Florida
Victor Ventor, University of South Florida

Abstract:
Students from diverse cultures often find themselves at a disadvantage in the U.S. school setting. The culture and language barrier create more difficulties for these students to maintain high academic performance.…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
James Paradiso, University of Central Florida
Sarah Norris, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
The term copyright is fairly intimidating, as decisions surrounding it imply breaking or upholding a U.S. federal statute. This session, however, is designed to dispel any such trepidation by supplying ample…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Evangeline Cummings, University of Florida
JoleenCannon, University of Florida
Emma Brady, University of Florida
JoeClark, Florida State University
Baiyun Chen, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Under the leadership of the Board of Governors and the directionof the SUS Presidents shepherding implementation of…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Patsy Moskal, University of Central Florida
Chuck Dziuban, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
This session will focus on howTOPKit participants can find and use evidence of impact in their work. UCF researchers will work with participants to help them identify research goals, opportunities, and challenges on…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Tina Calandrino, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Learning Objectives:
• Explain the importance and benefits of web accessibility for people with disabilities and older people
• List common barriers experienced by people with disabilities and older people
• Understand that UDL Guidelines are the inter…[Read more]

Facilitator(s):
Heidi Schroeder, University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee
Amber Lee, University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee

Abstract:
Faced with the continuous need to ensure both new and returning faculty are prepared to teach online and hybrid courses, USFSM E-Learning Services has developed and successfully utilized a…[Read more]

Facilitator(s):
Jing Wan, University of South Florida
Anchalee Ngampornchai, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Students from diverse cultures often find themselves at a disadvantage in the U.S. school setting. The culture and language barrier create more difficulties for these students to maintain high academic performance. These…[Read more]

Facilitator(s):
Sara McCool, University of West Florida

Abstract:
The Academic Technology Department at the University of West Florida offered faculty a six week “Designing a Quality Course” online training. ATC reviewed this training using Topkit’s assessment methods: faculty surveys and summative evaluation. ATC identified areas of impro…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Amanda Major, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Checklists and rubrics provide a practical resource for any institution committed to maintaining online courses or programs. Whether using checklists to devise strategy, guide operations, or assess current quality, where to begin or how to proceed can be…[Read more]

Facilitator(s):
Karla Morris, University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Steph Fuhr, University of South Florida St. Petersburg

Abstract:
In this session, participants will discover ways to build the awareness and capacity among their faculty to create and deliver accessible online content through engagement in collaboration and professional…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Jessica Tojo, University of Central Florida
Shelly Wyatt, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Two open educational resources – customizable faculty development courses for teaching online – will be made available to participants. After a brief review of the two sample courses, participants will create a cus…[Read more]

Description:Facilitator(s):
Anchalee Ngampornchai, University of Central Florida

When instructional designers build faculty training, we mostly focus on pedagogy and the effective use of online tools and technology. We rarely include information regarding our role and responsibilities in developing the training because we assume that the faculty…[Read more]

Facilitator(s):
Linda Futch, University of Central Florida

Abstract:
Upon arriving at the workshop, you will be asked to complete the TOPkit FacultyDevelopment Decision Guide or find your personal results. Next, you will have an opportunity to discuss your institutional context within the framework of the Quality Transformation Model for…[Read more]