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April 6

ASCCC Presents 25 Years After: California Community Colleges’ Inroads in the Education of Undocumented Students
1-2 p.m.
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Let’s Talk Chemistry OER: Sharing What Works in General Chemistry
2-3 p.m.
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Join fellow chemistry instructors for an informal conversation about using OER in general chemistry courses. We’ll chat about which openly-licensed textbooks, practice problems, and digital tools that are working in our classes—and where we still feel the gaps. Bring your experiences, questions, frustrations, and wins. Whether you’re OER‑curious or already deep in the zero textbook cost world, this will be a relaxed, collaborative space to swap ideas and learn from each other.

April 7

Turnitin Clarity: Expanding the Horizons of Written Essays in the Age of AI
8-9 a.m.
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This webinar introduces Turnitin Clarity – a new add-on to Feedback Studio and a substantial step forward when it comes to guaranteeing academic integrity and enabling students to deliver their best, original work! With Clarity's Composition Space, instructors gain insight into the writing process of each student in detail, and the 'guardrails' of the in-built AI Assistant teach students about the ethical use of AI - as a support, not a shortcut. Join us to explore this new horizon in academic writing!

Boundary IQ
10-11 a.m.
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Creating and maintaining healthy boundaries can be a challenging task. Some people grew up in environments where setting boundaries was not emphasized or valued, resulting in struggles to establish boundaries in adulthood. Fear of conflict, a tendency to prioritize others' approval, or past experiences of invalidation or disrespect can also contribute to difficulties in setting and maintaining boundaries. Discuss the role of boundaries in relationships and learn how to implement healthy boundaries in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.

StudyMate Campus: Flashcards and Learning Games Within Your LMS 
Presented by Respondus
10-10:30 a.m.
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StudyMate makes it easy to create flashcards, self-assessments and learning games - all from within Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, Schoology, and Moodle courses. This free, 30-minute webinar provides an overview of how to use the application to engage students with course content. The session will cover: 

  • How both instructors and students can create 11 different learning games and activities using three simple templates
  • Importing existing content, sharing projects, and tracking student use
  • How educators are using StudyMate at their institutions

The session will be followed by a Q&A period. All registrants will receive a link to the webinar recording, as well. 

CVC OEI Presents: A Template for Disciplinary Reflection in the Age of AI
11-12 p.m.
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Does the rise of AI tools change how we teach? Does it change what we teach? How, in other words, should we think about the discipline-specific skills and knowledge that we share with students in the age of AI?

AI raises many practical questions about our day-to-day teaching, but it also presents an opportunity to rethink more fundamental aspects of our disciplines. This presentation argues that departments across the California community colleges would benefit from focused discussion about such questions, and that the answers will almost certainly be different for different departments. What are the core skills and concepts that each discipline needs to defend against the temptations of AI shortcuts? What new skills might we adopt? What old skills might we deemphasize? What do we want to keep, and what do we want to change? And how might targeted use of AI tools help students learn our core skills and values more effectively?
The presentation will describe the experience of one department (English at Saddleback College) reflecting on these questions and will share some of the conclusions we have drawn so far. Most importantly, it will share templates that other disciplines and departments can use to organize their own versions of this conversation.

Scaling Workforce Innovation
Presented by the Chronicle of Higher Education
11-12 p.m.
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As the work force evolves at an unprecedented pace, community colleges are rising to meet the challenge — and the strategies they’re developing could shape the future of work. Join the upcoming virtual forum to hear expert insights on the innovative programs reshaping work-force development, backed by exclusive findings from a nationwide Chronicle survey.

A Template For Disciplinary Reflection In The Age of AI
Presented by CCC@ONE 
11-12 p.m.
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Pre-registration required
Does the rise of AI tools change how we teach? Does it change what we teach? How, in other words, should we think about the discipline-specific skills and knowledge that we share with students in the age of AI?

AI raises many practical questions about our day-to-day teaching, but it also presents an opportunity to rethink more fundamental aspects of our disciplines. This presentation argues that departments across the California community colleges would benefit from focused discussion about such questions, and that the answers will almost certainly be different for different departments. What are the core skills and concepts that each discipline needs to defend against the temptations of AI shortcuts? What new skills might we adopt? What old skills might we deemphasize? What do we want to keep, and what do we want to change? And how might targeted use of AI tools help students learn our core skills and values more effectively?

The presentation will describe the experience of one department (English at Saddleback College) reflecting on these questions and will share some of the conclusions we have drawn so far. Most importantly, it will share templates that other disciplines and departments can use to organize their own versions of this conversation.

Calculus With AI: Support For Learning
1-2 p.m.
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Pre-registration required
Join this webinar to learn about Learnvia, a fully AI assisted system for calculus learning that will be free for all California community college faculty to use in classes in fall of 2026. Learnvia is a Gates Foundation funded learning tool that includes calculus lessons with videos, written explanations, AI assistance and feedback, and AI graded homework and quizzes.  The attendees will see how to use a flipped classroom approach and hear about the pilot class that is currently using Learnvia.

Justice Without The Price Tag: Advancing OER in Criminology 
2-3 p.m.
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This facilitated conversation will examine the current state of OER in criminology across California community colleges, highlighting available open textbooks, ancillary materials, and gaps in core courses. Participants will exchange insights, successes, and challenges while identifying strategies to expand sustainable, accessible, and culturally responsive OER aligned with transfer pathways and workforce priorities across the California Community Colleges system.

CCC Digital Center Presents: Leading AI Policy and Practice in California Community Colleges
3-4:15 p.m.
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The Digital Center Invites leaders and key stakeholders from California Community Colleges to an
interactive three-part series on drafting AI policies and guidelines. Through synchronous sessions and
asynchronous engagement, participants will explore emerging models, exchange insights, and collaborate
with peers on responsible and sustainable approaches to AI governance. This experience goes beyond
presentations. We are creating a community and space for shared learning, cross-institutional dialogue, and
practical solutions for leaders who are facing similar challenges.

April 8

Responding to Difficult Behavior With Confidence
8-9 a.m.
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Understanding why difficult behavior is on the rise and what’s really happening beneath the surface changes the way we respond to challenging customers. Discuss the causes and types of difficult behavior in the workplace and learn practical tools for emotional regulation and boundary setting using real-life examples, so you’ll feel confident knowing what to say and how to say it. This course offers actionable insights and strategies to help you navigate challenging interactions with greater ease and resilience.

Understanding Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
10-11 a.m.
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Does compassion cause suffering? When does it go too far and how can you protect your own wellbeing? Learn the warning signs, who is at risk, and how to restore your emotional energy with a licensed therapist. 

CalSTRS Presents: I Will Retire This Year
12:30-2 p.m.
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As you navigate the retirement process and prepare for your next chapter, CalSTRS is here to help. Hear from a CalSTRS representative about the decisions you’ll need to make to complete your retirement application. You’ll also learn about helpful CalSTRS resources, Social Security, working after retirement, and the inflation protection that comes with your membership.

April 9

Self-Care and Wellbeing: A Hands-On Approach
8-9 a.m.
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It’s normal to experience anxiety, fear, anger, and grief during times of uncertainty. Now, more than ever, it’s important to recognize these feelings and allow time to recharge – but too often we feel guilty for taking time to meet our basic needs. Explore what self-care is, why it’s so important, and practical tips for incorporating self-care into your daily life with a licensed therapist.

Turnitin’s New Similarity Report and AI Detection for Canvas Integration Users
8-9 a.m.
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This webinar provides an overview of the new Similarity report and its interpretation + what users need to know when viewing a report. This session is designated for Canvas Integration Users

Instructor Training for Lockdown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Prevent Cheating During Online Exams 
9-9:45 a.m.
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This comprehensive training webinar is intended for instructors who plan to use LockDown Browser and/or Respondus Monitor with online exams in Blackboard, Brightspace, Canvas, Moodle, and Schoology.

LockDown Browser is a custom browser that prevents digital cheating during an online exam. Respondus Monitor is a companion product for LockDown Browser that deters cheating when students take online exams in non- proctored environments. Students use their own computers with a standard webcam to record assessment sessions.

The training will cover:

- How to use LockDown Browser to prevent digital cheating in proctored testing environments

- How to use Respondus Monitor in non-proctored environments, to protect exam integrity and confirm student identity

- The student perspective using each application

- Efficient review of the assessment data collected, including the Review Priority system, timeline, and milestone features

- Best practices and tips for success with both applications

From Vinyl to Viral: Teaching Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Babyboomers Together
11-12 p.m.
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AHC is a NISOD member; however, each employee needs to create an account using their  AHC credentials

Community college classrooms today bring together students from across generations—dual credit Gen Z learners, working Millennials, mid-career Gen Xers, and Baby Boomers returning to education. These generational differences influence learning preferences, communication styles, and expectations for feedback and technology. This light-hearted webinar explores strategies for creating inclusive, engaging classrooms that honor these diverse perspectives. Participants will examine key generational characteristics, identify potential areas of disconnect, and practice adapting instructional techniques to reach all learners. Through interactive polling, real-life teaching scenarios, and collaborative discussion, attendees will leave with actionable strategies for bridging generational divides, fostering intergenerational collaboration, and enhancing engagement in multi-generational learning environments.

How AI Agents May Change Campus Operations
Presented by the Chronicle of Higher Education 
11-12 p.m.
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As AI tools evolve into agents that can act and work across systems, what are the potential benefits for staff and administrators? How can institutions adopt these tools responsibly, in ways that protect institutional data, reinforce trust, and fit naturally into existing processes? In this virtual forum, a panel of experts will explore what agents are, provide examples of how they can be used to streamline tasks, and highlight safeguards. With support from Microsoft.

Learning Lab: Hypothesis Advanced Features
11:30-12:30 p.m.
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The Hypothesis team will host a review of recently released Hypothesis features, including image annotation, instructor dashboards, autograding, and at-mentions. Ideally, attendees will already be familiar with using Hypothesis.

Prepping Dual Enrollment Faculty For Success: A Practical Framework for Onboarding and Training
12-1 p.m.
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Dual-enrollment instructors teach at the intersection of high school and college, and their success requires preparation that goes far beyond a typical faculty orientation. In this complimentary webinar, we’ll share a practical framework institutions can use to prepare instructors to work effectively with high school students while maintaining college-level rigor. Learn how a structured onboarding and training approach can help faculty understand adolescent learners, navigate the unique dynamics of the dual-enrollment environment, and confidently support student success.

Designed for dual-enrollment leaders, faculty developers, and academic administrators, this session highlights a customizable model for training both new and continuing dual-enrollment instructors. Participants will explore strategies for aligning instructional expectations across high school and college settings, supporting student readiness and academic integrity, and implementing scalable training tools, including a micro-credential that complements your institution’s orientation efforts.

Pope Tech Web Developer Training
Presented by the CCC Accessibility Center
1-2 p.m.
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Targeted at web professionals, this one-hour session will provide technical information on how to best manage the web accessibility of your organization. 
The session will include a review of the Pope Tech website scanning tool, a site-wide accessibility scanning and evaluation tool designed to crawl an institution's public-facing website and identify potential accessibility errors.

Refugee Ecologies: Exploring Forced Displacement, The Environment, and American Literature
Presented by the National Humanities Center
4-5:30 p.m.
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April 10

Biotechnology and OER: New Additions to the Curated Collection 
10-11 a.m.
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In this webinar, we will explore the recent additions to the Open Educational Resources and Biotechnology collection and discuss the wants and needs for the discipline. We will also determine if there is interest in developing a biotechnology lab manual using a “Home Lab Kit” approach (e.g., “Standard Operating Procedures for household tasks including cleaning and cooking,” “Process Control Study using Yeast,” and “Chromatography using food color analysis”) as an online option for some of our courses and labs. 

Linguistic Anthropology OER
11-12 p.m.
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Join us for a conversation with two community college faculty members who are developing a new OER for linguistic anthropology — the only anthropological subdiscipline that lacks a comprehensive OER. They will present their work-in-progress and invite participants to provide feedback and further direction.

AI Bytes: Practical Privacy Protections
12:30-1:30 p.m.
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This session will walk through the types of information that individuals should be aware of to keep their data secure when utilizing AI in courses that use open educational resources (OER), and in the OER creation, revision, remixing or assessment process. Participants will also investigate the different ways to opt-out of specific settings on common gen-AI platforms as well as understand the aspects to be mindful of when conducting prompt engineering.

Program Review Drop-In Work Session
Hosted by Patrick McGuire
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Meeting ID: 822 1354 3932
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