Thursday, 29 Mar 2018
Workshop: Human Research Basics Series
"Navigating Your Research with Human Subjects: The IRB Submission Process." In this session, you will learn tips on developing and submitting protocols to the Institutional Review Board (IRB). An IRB staff member will walk through key sections of the non-exempt IRB application and explain what the IRB looks for during the review process. Sign up for one of the several dates we have scheduled throughout the year.
Getting Started with Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Makey Makey
This workshop will introduce the basics, pros, and cons of Arduion, Raspberry Pi, and Makey Makey, three microcontrollers which allow interactions between computers and the physical world. Preregistration required. Register through Learn@ISU. Keyword:LIB. Let us know if you require accommodation.
Friday, 30 Mar 2018
Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR) Workshop
This Quality Matters (QM) flagship workshop on the QM Rubric and its use in reviewing the design of online and blended courses is intended for a broad audience, including but not limited to faculty, instructional designers, administrators, and instructors. It is particularly helpful to those new to QM or those considering the adoption of a quality assurance process for online and blended learning.
Workshop: Human Subjects Research Using IRBManager
Learn how to work with the new IRBManager system. Sessions are most useful for anyone who performs research with human subjects or who needs to sign off on IRB applications. Participants will learn how to submit IRB applications and access study information in the new system.
Hands on History: Using Primary Sources in the Classroom
This hands-on workshop will demonstrate how you can incorporate primary source analysis and research into your classroom, whether you want to use historical documents available online or materials from Special Collections & University Archives at Iowa State University. This is not just for history instructors, primary source literacy benefits students in all subject areas. Preregistration required.
Tuesday, 03 Apr 2018
TedxIowaStateUniversity
TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxIowaStateUniversity, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxIowaStateUniversity event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
Wednesday, 04 Apr 2018
NEH Regional Workshop on Digital Humanities
A regional gathering of digital humanists, with a presentation by Elizabeth Tran, senior program officer in the Office of Digital Humanities, National Endowment for the Humanities.
Workshop: Human Subjects Research Using IRBManager
Learn how to work with the new IRBManager system. Sessions are most useful for anyone who performs research with human subjects or who needs to sign off on IRB applications. Participants will learn how to submit IRB applications and access study information in the new system.
3-Part Series: Sketchnoting for Visual Note Taking and more
"Sketchnoting for Everyone - Deepen learning with visual notetaking." Verena Paepcke-Hjeltness, Assistant Professor of Industrial Design will show you the essentials of Sketchnoting, a pattern-based notetaking strategy that actively engages learners.
Workshop: Human Subjects Research Using IRBManager
Learn how to work with the new IRBManager system. Sessions are most useful for anyone who performs research with human subjects or who needs to sign off on IRB applications. Participants will learn how to submit IRB applications and access study information in the new system.
Thursday, 05 Apr 2018
Good Teaching Counts: What ISU Does with Student Evaluations
Amy Slagell (Associate Dean, Liberal Arts and Sciences), Kristen Constant (Chair, Materials Science and Engineering), and Elena Karpova (Professor, Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management) will share with you what actually happens to student evaluations of teaching.
Beyond the Text: Rare Books as Artifacts
Trace the transition from manuscript to print culture evidenced in early books and manuscript leaves from the library's rare books collection. Participants will learn to identify unique features of hand-press era books and have the opportunity to explore a book from the collection to discover its history. Preregistration is required through Learn@ISU. Keyword:LIB. Let us know if you require accommodation.
Shameless Self-Promotion: Intro to Professional and Academic Networking
Start preparing for your career! This workshop will cover various tools and websites to help you build and manage your online presence. We'll cover the differences between and best uses for different networking sites (LinkedIn, Research Gate and Academia.edu) and how to make you and your work visible for peers and potential employers. Preregistration required. Register through Learn@ISU. Keyword:LIB. Let us know if you require accommodation.