Each week, Academic Innovation and eLearning is sending out a link to a different Monday Morning Mentor program by MAGNA Publications. Each topic is presented by respected academic peers and covers timely and relevant topics in only 20 minutes — brief enough to fit busy schedules, but long enough to deliver valuable, actionable content.

This week’s topic:
How Can I Adapt My Teaching So Students Thrive in a Polysynchronous Classroom?
Presentation date: Sept. 27, 2021 and on-demand for one week

Link to the presentation: mondaymorningmentors.com
From this link, you can view the featured 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material. These materials are only available for the week of the presentation.

NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to view the program. See Monday’s email from Becky Parton for the password, or contact becky.parton@llcc.edu.

Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.

Please read below to learn about registering for InstructureCon 2021 and to view another video from the “Did You Know?” Canvas video series from the LLCC Academic Innovation and eLearning team.

Register for Virtual InstructureCon 2021!

What is InstructureCon?

InstructureCon is the yearly Canvas LMS user’s conference, offering numerous Canvas presentations, resources and networking opportunities with fellow Canvas educators and Canvas employees. Register to hear awesome guest keynote speakers and to learn more about ideas and best practices for using Canvas in instruction, Canvas product updates and more.

When is Virtual InstructureCon 2021?

InstructureCon 2021 will be held virtually on Oct. 7, 2021, and will consist of live and pre-recorded webinars by Canvas educators, employees and guest keynote speakers.

Is InstructureCon free?

Yes. InstructureCon is free but does require you to register with your email address.

Can I access the InstructureCon resources and webinars later if I am unavailable on Oct. 7?

Yes. If you cannot watch live, you will have access to these resources later with your free registration.

Where can I register and learn more?

Registration and details are available through the following links:

• Register for InstructureCon 2021
• Learn more about the sessions that will be offered

Note: you can use the Filter option and choose “Segment” to view sessions geared toward higher education.

“Did You Know?” Video

The following video gives an overview of the Notification Settings in Canvas.

Canvas Notification Settings

Each week, Academic Innovation and eLearning is sending out a link to a different Monday Morning Mentor program by MAGNA Publications. Each topic is presented by respected academic peers and covers timely and relevant topics in only 20 minutes — brief enough to fit busy schedules, but long enough to deliver valuable, actionable content.

This week’s topic:
How Can Discussion Responses Give Narrative Shape to an Online Class?
Presentation date: Sept. 20, 2021 and on-demand for one week

Link to the presentation: mondaymorningmentors.com
From this link, you can view the featured 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material. These materials are only available for the week of the presentation.

NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to view the program. See Monday’s email from Becky Parton for the password, or contact becky.parton@llcc.edu.

Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.

Each week, Academic Innovation and eLearning is sending out a link to a different Monday Morning Mentor program by MAGNA Publications. Each topic is presented by respected academic peers and covers timely and relevant topics in only 20 minutes — brief enough to fit busy schedules, but long enough to deliver valuable, actionable content.

This week’s topic:
How Can I Increase Exam Security With Custom Question Banks?
Presentation date: Sept. 13, 2021 and on-demand for one week

Link to the presentation: mondaymorningmentors.com
From this link, you can view the featured 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material. These materials are only available for the week of the presentation.

NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to view the program. See Monday’s email from Becky Parton for the password, or contact becky.parton@llcc.edu.

Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.

Each week, Academic Innovation and eLearning is sending out a link to a different Monday Morning Mentor program by MAGNA Publications. Each topic is presented by respected academic peers and covers timely and relevant topics in only 20 minutes — brief enough to fit busy schedules, but long enough to deliver valuable, actionable content.

This week’s topic:
How Will OER Benefit the 21st Century Student?
Presentation date: Sept. 6, 2021 and on-demand for one week

Link to the presentation: mondaymorningmentors.com
From this link, you can view the featured 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material. These materials are only available for the week of the presentation.

NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to view the program. See Monday’s email from Becky Parton for the password, or contact becky.parton@llcc.edu.

Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.

Join the LLCC Academic Innovation and eLearning staff today, Thursday, Sept. 2, 3-4 p.m. for a Virtual Canvas Q & A with a Canvas trainer!

Zoom Link for Canvas Q&A

AIeL and Woody Roper, senior trainer, Instructure Learning Services, will be providing a live virtual training session with a Canvas learning specialist. We do ask that you provide your questions in advance, if possible. Submit your questions in advance by adding them to this online document. Registration is not required.

Each week, Academic Innovation and eLearning is sending out a link to a different Monday Morning Mentor program by MAGNA Publications. Each topic is presented by respected academic peers and covers timely and relevant topics in only 20 minutes — brief enough to fit busy schedules, but long enough to deliver valuable, actionable content. The weekly videos and support materials will be available for a full week so you  may view at a time that is convenient for you.

This week’s topic:
How Can Understanding Group Dynamics Lead to Better Group Work?
Presentation date: Aug. 30, 2021 and on-demand for one week

Link to the presentation: mondaymorningmentors.com
From this link, you can view the featured 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material. These materials are only available for the week of the presentation.

NOTE: You will need to enter a password in order to view the program. See Monday’s email from Becky Parton for the password, or contact becky.parton@llcc.edu.

Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.