Tuesday, 17 Nov 2015
Seminar: Structure of Assignments and Grading in Game-Based Learning
This session will discuss potential strategies for assessing and evaluating students in a course implementing game-based learning. This includes planning for student understanding, point thresholds, focusing on mastery instead of mistakes, and frequency of assessments and feedback. After this discussion, the session will take on a workshop format. Participants will be given time to work on and discuss their own courses using ideas discussed throu
Workshop: Incorporating Universal Design in Your Classroom
Case studies, tools and techniques. An Iowa NSF ECSCoR event. Refreshments will be provided.
Seminar: Geological & Atmospheric Sciences
GeoPRISMS Distinguished Lecture: "Sticky or Slippery? Controls on Subduction megathrust behavior at the Hikurangi subduction margin, New Zealand," Laura Wallace, University of Texas, Institute for Geophysics, Austin. A 3:30 p.m. reception precedes the seminar.
Workshop: Floral Design Series
"Thanksgiving Centerpieces." Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs.