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Learning College Week: Monday, August 24 through Friday, August 28, 2009.

We have more great workshops offered by your colleagues!

Please RSVP for the workshops you plan to attend.

Note: If you do not RSPV, you are still welcome to attend. The RSPV gives the facilitator an estimate of how many to people to expect.

Thank You!!!

1. Thursday, August 6, 2009 - Fremont Campus
 
12 pm – 4 pm (FC 1402) CCCAA Bylaw Training

This four hour workshop is to educate and inform those working directly with student athletes. Topics will include information from the CCCAA bylaws, such as recruiting requirements, eligibility, season of sport, and much more. Facilitators: Chris Warden, Host & Dale Murray, Coast Conference Commissioner


2. Monday, August 24, 2009 - Newark Campus
 
9 am – 11 am (NC-1102) CurricUNET for Dummies

This workshop will focus on the “how to” of CurricUNET as well as the more high tech features and cool upgrades that have taken place over the previous year. If you plan on reviewing courses, implementing programs or just want to log in for the first time, this is the workshop for you. Facilitated by Rachel Sherman

 
1 pm – 3 pm (NC- 1407) Got Shimmy?

Kick off some stress while learning Middle Eastern dance moves (extra bonus: good posture tips!) • Fun for all ages and shapes- guys too! • Wear comfortable clothing (yoga pants are excellent.) • Feel free to bring a scarf or a wrap to tie around your hips. Facilitated by Debi (Naiya) Lemon

 
1 pm – 3 pm (NC- 1102) Curriculum Screening Meeting

Primary focus of this workshop is to work through the screening process for courses that are being presented as either new or as major revisions. The committee will work initially as one, but then break off into clusters to work on individual course screening. All committee members are requested to attend as well as any other faculty interested in the process of course review. Facilitated by Rachel Sherman


3. Monday, August 24, 2009, Fremont Campus
 
Limited to 18! 9 am – 4 pm (FC - 9104A) CPR/First Aid/AED Training

Learn the skills of basic CPR, first Aid, and Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) through the MEDIC FIRST AID Training Program. This program uses a unique instructional design proven to facilitate a low-stress, student-centered learning environment. Integrated instructional techniques employed in each learning segment target cognitive, psychomotor, and affec¬tive learning, building from video scenarios, through various levels of demonstration and practice, to a non-testing-based knowledge assessment. Facilitated by Chris Warden, Athletics Director

 
9 am – 12 noon (FC - HH 208) English 151A/151B Workshop

This is a mandatory workshop for those instructors teaching 151A and/or 151B fall semester 2009. The workshop will include basic information about the courses along with changes coming to the classes and labs. The facilitators ask that a copy of the course syllabus along with a sample writing assignment be brought to the workshop. Facilitated by Susan Cunningham and Kerrie Kawasaki-Hull

 
10 am - 12 pm (FC - HH 113) Got *new* Quia?

This workshop focuses on the practical application of interactive computer-assisted exercises using (the SF Bay Area–based) Quia to help students learn material through (fun) aural, visual, reading and kinesthetic elements. Quia also helps teachers organize classes with official class pages that contain review material, testing and activities and now offers timed and graded tracking. Quia is a very user-friendly activity generator and course manager developed by educators for educators. Create a classroom page, or create online tests & quizzes (timed! Tracked! Graded!), or develop games like Battleship or Jeopardy to encourage interactive learning. Many publishers now use Quia for ancillary on-line exercises. Their Help-line is very responsive! Focus: All subjects. Audience: All Levels. Facilitated by Deborah Lemon


4. Tuesday, August 25, 2009 - Newark Campus
 
9 am - 11 am (NC - 1406) Orientation to the Newark Center Fitness Lab

Begin with a personal fitness assessment and health history risk assessment. Follow that with an introduction to the cardio and weight machines in the Total Health and Wellness Center (THWC). Discover how to design your own personal fitness program and how you can take advantage of the classes and facilities available to you at Ohlone College. This orientation is a prerequisite for faculty & staff wishing to work out in the THWC. Facilitated by Robin Kurotori and Andrew Coe

 
9 am – 12 pm (NC – 2318) Higher Math in American Sign Language

Do you struggle with math topics or struggle with discussing them in American Sign Language? Do you realize that there are more math signs than are taught in ASL courses? How often do you discuss Algebra, Algebra II, Trigonometry and Calculus in American Sign Language with experts in the field? Improve your interpretation of college level math or your dialogue with deaf students by participating in this workshop designed to engage the participants in meaningful dialogue using math language and ASL. The presenter, Alan Davary, has 20 years of experience teaching math at the state college level and at the high school level. He is the former coach and math instructor for an Academic Bowl team that held several regional titles and now holds a national title. This workshop is presented in American Sign Language. Facilitated by Alan Davary and Pam Snedigar

 
12 pm – 1 pm (NC - 2309) Desk Jockey Relief

Everyone knows they shouldn’t sit so long. Why, then, do you still do it? This discussion is designed to inform and educate individuals on the physical detriments that can result from sitting too long. You will explore awareness and correction of improper habits. You’ll learn stretches that can be done in the office or home, and postural adjustments and red flags associated with bad habits. This will be a participation class. Comfortable clothing is recommended, however those in their Sunday best will still be able to participate. Facilitated by Andrew Coe

 
1 pm – 3 pm (1 – 2 NC – 2308; 2 – 3 NC - 1406) Creating a Personal Fitness Program

You’ve completed the Fitness Lab orientation and fitness assessment. Now it is time to put together a program that will help you meet your fitness goals and keep you directed. Learn how to tailor your workout to your goals. Learn the difference between reps, sets and load. Separate hype from science and learn how to maximize the effectiveness of your workout. Dress to move. Facilitated by Robin Kurotori


5. Tuesday, August 25, 2009 - Fremont Campus
 
10 am – 12 pm (FC – HH-207) Finalizing the Ohlone AP Policy

Work departmentally to determine what scores on available AP exams are acceptable to waive course prerequisites and/or be accepted in lieu of a specific course within a degree or certificate. Side note: We want to work in small, manageable groups and plan to extend specific invites accordingly.Facilitated by Diane Berkland, Michael Bowman, and Kimberly Robbie

 
10 am – 11 am (FC – 1406) 457B Workshop

This workshop is open to all benefited employees and adjunct faculty members that are interested in enhancing their retirement plan. The 457b offers a variety of options, including a Fixed Account, a Managed Account, or a Self-Directed Account. After the workshop, you can set up and individual appointment with the representative. Facilitated by George Tarwater, Representative of Keenan & Associates(George is available from 8-5 for individual appointments as well)

 
11 am – 12 pm (FC – 1406) 403(b) Workshop

This workshop is open to all benefited employees and adjunct faculty members. Ms. Jeanne Bente, a Financial Planner from ZUK Financial Group, will be discussing 403 (b) New Rules, New Players, New Opportunities and strategies for building your financial independence through the power of tax deferred savings, mutual funds, and variable, fixed, and fixed-indexed annuities, and how to get your hands on the money!

 
CANCELLED 11 am to 1 pm (FC - 1402) Demystifying CalSTRS

This workshop is geared toward members who are at the early stage of their teaching career, to establish a foundation of knowledge about their CalSTRS benefits. Facilitated by CalSTRS Benefits Counseling Officer, Alameda County Office of Education

 
1 pm to 3 pm (FC – HH-210) Changes in Office 2007

An overview of changes in changes of Office 2007 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Outlook. This workshop is intended for the person who already knows Office 2003, but who may be afraid to make the switch. Facilitated by Bruce Griffin

 
1 pm – 2 pm (FC – 1406) 403(b) Workshop

This workshop is open to all benefited employees and adjunct faculty members. Ms. Jeanne Bente, a Financial Planner from ZUK Financial Group, will be discussing “What Now? Navigating the Current Economic Climate”. Some of the topics covered will be 5 things you should do today to properly position your portfolio, looking at the big picture, making good decisions during difficult markets, and 5 steps to take control of your financial future.

 
2 pm – 3 pm (FC – 1406) 457B Workshop

This workshop is open to all benefited employees and adjunct faculty members that are interested in enhancing their retirement plan. The 457b offers a variety of options, including a Fixed Account, a Managed Account, or a Self-Directed Account. After the workshop, you can set up and individual appointment with the representative. Facilitated by George Tarwater, Representative of Keenan & Associates(George is available from 8-5 for individual appointments as well)

 
CANCELLED 3 pm to 5 pm (FC - 1402) CalSTRS Fundamentals

This workshop is geared toward members who are at their mid-career stage. This workshop helps educators to understand their benefits and learn how to effectively plan for retirement. Facilitated by CalSTRS Benefits Counseling Officer, Alameda County Office of Education


6. Wednesday, August 26, 2009 - Newark Campus
 
 
1 pm – 3 pm (Newark 2308) Introduction to Voicethread

Learn to use Voicethread, a free online recording application that allows for conversations around images, documents, Powerpoints, and videos. Make several Voicethreads during the workshop. Check it out at http://voicethread.com/#home.b409.i848804 Facilitated by Vicki Curtis

 
1 pm - 4 pm (Newark 2100) TBA to Hybrid Round Table Session • All instructors who are converting their TBA Lab Hours to Online Hybrid this year are encouraged to attend this workshop. • This is a round-table wrap session where participants will learn from each other how to handle the new process. • Attendance for the session will count toward the DE committee course approval for Hybrid - this means you won't have to meet with the DE committee later in the semester. • Administrators are invited as well in order to help follow guidelines accurately. • See you there! Facilitated by Jon Degallier and the Distance Learning Committee Members

7. Wednesday, August 26, 2009, Fremont Campus
 
9 am – 10 am (FC - 1402) Desk Jockey Relief

Everyone knows they shouldn’t sit so long. Why, then, do you still do it? This discussion is designed to inform and educate individuals on the physical detriments that can result from sitting too long. You will explore awareness and correction of improper habits. You’ll learn stretches that can be done in the office or home, and postural adjustments and red flags associated with bad habits. This will be a participation class. Comfortable clothing is recommended, however those in their Sunday best will still be able to participate. Facilitated by Andrew Coe

 
10 am – 12 noon (FC 4201) Doctoral Research Results

Is my online class here or there? Is it a community or a zone of its own? Come join a conversation about how metaphors work, and how they reveal what online instructors are thinking about online instruction. Dr. Perri Gallagher will present research from her dissertation. More than poetic examination: Metaphors that structure online instructor views. Facilitated by Perri Gallagher

 
10 am – 11:30 am (FC - 9103) Hand Fitness for Interpreters

The duties of interpreters include many repetitive movements and long hours of sitting. This discussion is intended to educate sign language interpreters in body positioning, posture, fatigue awareness, and recovery techniques when overuse becomes painful. Topics covered: • Upper extremity stretching and muscle endurance • Neck and shoulder stretching and muscle endurance • Postural awareness and correction • Symptom awareness Comfortable clothes are recommended. Facilitated by Andrew Coe

 
11 am to 1 pm (FC - 1402) CalSTRS Retirement Check-up

This workshop is geared toward members who are near retirement and have at least five years of service credits. The workshop covers the retirement process and how benefit is calculated. Facilitated by CalSTRS Benefits Counseling Officer, Alameda County Office of Education

 
1 pm to 3pm (FC - 4201) Community College Initiative – Egypt

In partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and the Foundation for California Community Colleges, Ohlone has entered into a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of State to implement the Community College Initiative for Egypt. See here for more information: http://exchanges.state.gov/globalexchanges/community-colleges-initiative.html In early August Ohlone will begin hosting 17 full scholarship students from Egypt, to begin 1-2 year programs of study with us. Learn more about: this exciting project (the first of perhaps many more like this); cultural considerations in teaching students from Egypt; and opportunities for faculty and student involvement / interaction. Facilitated by Eddie West and Genie Gertz

 
3 pm to 5 pm (FC - 1402) Retirement Income Management

This workshop is geared toward members getting ready to retire or those already retired, to learn how to preserve and manage their retirement income. Facilitated by CalSTRS Benefits Counseling Officer, Alameda County Office of Education


8. Thursday, August 27, 2009 - Fremont Campus
 
10 am – 12 pm (FC - HH - 209) Program Review: Using the new CurricUNET Review Module

This is a “hands-on” workshop. Bring your most current Program Review and we’ll help you get started in entering them in the new CurricUNET Program Review Module! Facilitated by Jon Degallier, Deb Parziale, and Rachel Sherman

 
10 am – 12 pm (FC - 8204) Teaching, Learning, and Spirituality in the College Classroom

Diana Walsh, President of Wellesley College, wrote these words: “We seek to envision a whole new place-and space and role-for spirituality in higher education . . . as an essential element of the larger task of reorienting our institutions to respond more adequately to the challenges the world presents us now: challenges to our teaching, to our learning, to our lives.”In this workshop we will explore and discuss the implications of what it means to incorporate teaching, learning and spirituality. Facilitated by Bob Mitchell, Professor, English

 
10 am – 12 pm (FC – 1406) I Have a Student Who…..

This informal workshop will empower you in the classroom and provide you with support from those of us who are here to assist you when the emotional concerns or disruptive student behavior interrupts or interferes with your classroom goals. If you have ever had a challenging student issue and were not sure how to handle it, this workshop is for you! Facilitated by Ron Travenick, Martha Brown, Sally Bratton, Rosemary O’Neill, Diane Cheney, Ann Burdett, Ben Peralta

 
10 am – 12 pm (FC – 2133) Supplemental Employee Retirement Program (SERP)

This program will provide eligible employees with a monthly income supplement to their regular STRS or PERS retirement benefits or other retirement income. Facilitated by Keenan Financial Services

 
12 – 2 pm (9104B) Orientation to the Fitness Center - Fremont Campus

Begin with a personal fitness assessment and health history risk assessment. Follow that with an introduction to the cardio and weight machines in the Total Health and Wellness Center (THWC). Discover how to design your own personal fitness program and how you can take advantage of the classes and facilities available to you at Ohlone College. This orientation is a prerequisite for faculty & staff wishing to work out in the THWC. Facilitated by Andrew Coe and Kimberly Ong

 
12 - 1 pm (FC – 5209) Lunch with the English Literature Committee

Bring your lunch to munch while we plan the literature schedule for 2009-10, devise ways to connect with English majors (present and alumni), invite speakers to campus, and consider how to promote literature and a love of reading across campus. All English faculty welcome! Facilitated by Alison Kuehner

 
1 pm – 3 pm (FC – 8205) Plagiarism: How to Avoid, A Tool to Detect

Easy access to the Internet has created a “cut & paste” informational environment that makes plagiarism more irresistible than ever. Students often have no idea that what they are doing amounts to intellectual theft. There is much we can do to help our students learn what plagiarism is—and how to avoid it. Let Ohlone librarians provide you with resources you can use to present source citation in the context of avoiding plagiarism, provide an introduction to the detection tool, Safe Assign, on WebCT, and how to easily direct your students to legitimate sources right from your WebCT shell. Facilitated by Kathy Sparling, KG Greenstein, and Barbara Duggal


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