Open Ed Week: EDI-Focused Adaption of an Intro to Psychology Textbook - A Panel
2024-03-04 12:00 - 12:50 (America/Vancouver) | Webinar
Have you ever thought, “if only this open textbook included more diverse examples?” or “I wish this book was easier for my students to read.” The BCcampus Intro to Psychology open textbook EDI adaptation is trying to address these issues and more!

This project adapted one of the most highly adopted open textbooks in BC to include more:

Indigenous content,
diverse examples,
underrepresented scholars, and
student contributions.

The team comprises contributors from across 5 post-secondaries in BC, including a group of student illustrators tasked with bringing complex ideas and examples to life through graphics.

In this panel, four of the team members will discuss:

What does an EDI adaptation mean or look like?
What was the process of finding and incorporating marginalized voices, including Indigenous content?
What have been some of the design and content considerations?
How have students been engaged in the project?
How does one build a cross-institutional team?
What lessons have been learned? And what are some of the wins and successes?

Hosted by: Darcye Lovsin, Information Literacy and Copyright Librarian, JIBC

Panelists:

Shirley Hutchinson, Psychology Lecturer, UBCO
Amelia Shi, Psychology Instructor, College of New Caledonia
Jessica Motherwell, Lead Author & Sessional Instructor, JIBC
Josie Gray, Manager of Production & Publishing, BCcampus

Join us for a 50-min virtual panel during OpenEd Week on Monday, March 4th at 12pm PST for a discussion on these topics and more!

Click here to register for this session.

Trauma-Informed Teaching Workshop
2024-03-25 13:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-03 13:00 - 16:30 | Webinar
Facilitator: Dr. Alana Abramson, Department of Criminology, Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU)

Trauma-informed teaching focuses on integrating knowledge about how people are affected by trauma into your teaching and facilitation practices. It does not require you to be an expert in trauma or trauma treatment, but rather, it is a way of working that emphasizes safety, trustworthiness, choice, connection, collaboration, strengths, skill building, and self-care. It involves understanding how trauma can affect students’ behaviour, learning, and overall well-being, and adjusting teaching practices accordingly. This approach emphasizes creating a safe and inclusive space, being sensitive to students’ experiences, and providing appropriate support to help them succeed academically and emotionally.

This workshop will be held in a virtual space. Expect to be fully engaged with plenty of opportunity to discuss and share ideas and experiences. The focus will be on practical ideas that you can take into your classes and use in your teaching.

Registration is limited to 20 participants. Please let your instructors know and invite them to register. There is no cost for JIBC staff/faculty.

Click here to complete your registration.
Priority for registration is for practising JIBC instructors. If you are not currently in a teaching role, but you are interested in the workshop, you may still be able to join if there are enough spaces. If demand exceeds our capacity to deliver, we may also consider offering a second delivery at a later date.

Dr. Alana Abramson is a passionate educator, dedicated to enhancing student experiences in the classroom. She believes education can inspire personal and social transformation and enjoys learning with her students. Alana Abramson has been involved in the field of restorative justice (RJ) as an researcher, practitioner, and trainer since 1999. She has extensive experience implementing trauma informed, culturally responsive RJ in community, prison, and school contexts. Alana’s doctoral research related to transformative learning within post-secondary education and she has been involved in delivering trauma informed practice training with the JIBC since 2019. In 2017, Dr. Abramson was the recipient of the Restorative Justice Award from the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Alana is currently a full-time Criminology Instructor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Facilitator for the Alternatives to Violence Project and the BC Bereavement Society and the co-chair of the Restorative Justice Association of BC. She currently resides on the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc territory (Kamloops) and loves vegan food, travel, being in nature, and her four cats.

VR Experience: This is not a ceremony (June 12)
2024-06-12 10:00 - 15:00 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY
AHNAHKTSIPIITAA
2022 | 20 min 56 s.
Cinematic VR Experience
English, Blackfoot with English subtitles

June 12th, 2024 | throughout the day | JIBC NW Campus CLTI office CL108
Elders Phillip Gladue and Ken Pruden will provide cultural support for participants.

Registration is limited to 7 participants. There is no cost for JIBC staff/faculty.

Click here to register for your session.

You’re invited to witness an unforgettable cinematic VR experience, guided with care and kindness by tricksters, matriarchs and buffalo as you confront some of the darker sides of living life in Canada while Indigenous.

THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY (Trailer 01m09s) from NFB/marketing on Vimeo.

Niitsitapi writer and director Ahnahktsipiitaa (Colin Van Loon) takes us beyond the veil of traditional media and transports us directly into another realm, where past, present and future are one; where colonial rules and assumptions are forgotten; and where we can finally get to the truth of the matter.

Presented in stunning cinematic VR, the narrative unfolds all around us, on a dream-like plane of existence. Panoramas flow and merge, stories come to life and dance before our eyes, and community protocols confront our notions of personal responsibility. Here, we are asked to witness some of the darker sides of living life in Canada while Indigenous.

This unforgettable experience will stay with you long after it’s over. THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY calls on all who’ve watched to take action, to share what they have seen and heard, to learn from these tragedies and never forget—so that they will never happen again.

The Meaning Behind the Visuals

Download the description of the visual elements for National Indigenous People’s Day (PDF, 8.5″ x 11″)

Life Cycles in a Guided Circle Discussion
2024-06-17 09:30 - 12:00 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
LIFE CYCLES IN A GUIDED CIRCLE DISCUSSION
with SFU Elder in Residence Jackie Gonzalez, Skwxwú7mesh/Musqueam Nation.
June 17th, 2024
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
JIBC NW Campus CL120

In this 2.5-hour guided circle discussion, Elder Jackie offers the gifts from her Peoples by sharing Indigenous healing practices related to the life cycles we commonly experience, and how these experiences intertwine with the important work of first responders whom we train and serve. Resident Elder Caroline Buckshot will also be participating in the Guided Circle Discussion.

Click here to register for this workshop.

The Meaning Behind the Visuals

Download the description of the visual elements for National Indigenous People’s Day (PDF, 8.5″ x 11″)

VR Experience: This is not a ceremony (June 18)
2024-06-18 10:00 - 15:00 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY
AHNAHKTSIPIITAA
2022 | 20 min 56 s.
Cinematic VR Experience
English, Blackfoot with English subtitles

June 18th, 2024 | throughout the day | JIBC NW Campus CLTI office CL108

Resident Elder Phillip Gladue will provide cultural support for participants.

Registration is now full. Contact ctli@jibc.ca if you are interested in this VR experience but didn’t get a chance to sign up.

You’re invited to witness an unforgettable cinematic VR experience, guided with care and kindness by tricksters, matriarchs and buffalo as you confront some of the darker sides of living life in Canada while Indigenous.

THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY (Trailer 01m09s) from NFB/marketing on Vimeo.
Niitsitapi writer and director Ahnahktsipiitaa (Colin Van Loon) takes us beyond the veil of traditional media and transports us directly into another realm, where past, present and future are one; where colonial rules and assumptions are forgotten; and where we can finally get to the truth of the matter.

Presented in stunning cinematic VR, the narrative unfolds all around us, on a dream-like plane of existence. Panoramas flow and merge, stories come to life and dance before our eyes, and community protocols confront our notions of personal responsibility. Here, we are asked to witness some of the darker sides of living life in Canada while Indigenous.

This unforgettable experience will stay with you long after it’s over. THIS IS NOT A CEREMONY calls on all who’ve watched to take action, to share what they have seen and heard, to learn from these tragedies and never forget—so that they will never happen again.

The Meaning Behind the Visuals

Download the description of the visual elements for National Indigenous People’s Day (PDF, 8.5″ x 11″)

Framing and Reframing our Understanding of Decolonization and Indigenization
2024-06-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar
FRAMING AND REFRAMING OUR UNDERSTANDING OF DECOLONIZATION AND INDIGENIZATION
with Carmen Rodriguez de France, Associate Professor, Indigenous Education, UVIC
June 24th, 2024
10:00 am – 11:30 am
online

This 90-minute workshop will offer opportunities for you to reframe your understanding of decolonizing and pedagogical approaches that could be hindering your journey toward reconciliation. Resident Elder Phillip Gladue will also be participating in this online workshop.

Click here to register for this workshop.

The Meaning Behind the Visuals

Download the description of the visual elements for National Indigenous People’s Day (PDF, 8.5″ x 11″)

INDC-1110: Essential Skills for Training & Facilitation for JIBC Faculty & Staff
2024-08-13 08:30 - 2024-08-15 16:30 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
We want to provide a summer offering for anyone interested in developing their instructional and facilitation skills.

INDC-1110 provides you with the fundamentals to design, facilitate and assess effective training. Learners will explore the principles of adult learning and brain-based methodology and how these concepts apply to their own work environment.

This course is helpful for a variety of learners. You may be a new instructor needing some orientation to instructional skills development, or an experienced instructor who wants a refresher, or a staff person who is required to deliver training and presentations as part of your job.

Each day during the course, learners will facilitate a short training session that they have developed themselves, receive feedback from their peers and coaches, and set new goals for their training effectiveness. By the end of this course, learners will have measurably increased their competence and confidence in designing and facilitating effective training sessions.

Please note, this course has approximately 3 hours of pre-work prior to Day 1 of the course. More information will be shared with learners prior to the course with details.

This course is available at no cost to JIBC staff and faculty. You must confirm your attendance at this training with your respective program manager. Registration is limited to 12 participants.

Registration is now full. Please complete your registration to add yourself to the waitlist. Contact Dave Smulders for more information.

September Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-09-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

September 9, 2024
Time: 12:00 – 1:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

September Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-09-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

September 26, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

October Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-10-08 10:00 - 11:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

October 8, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

October Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-10-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

October 25, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

November Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-11-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

November 6, 2024
Time: 12:00 – 1:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

November Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-11-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

November 18, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

WIL Wednesday: Book Swap!
2024-12-04 12:00 - 13:00 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
Please join the WIL team for the 1st Annual Book Swap!

Bring a book or two you are willing to share while we discuss our exciting upcoming WIL projects.

Treats will be Provided!

Have questions? Email wil@jibc.ca to find out more.

December Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-12-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

December 6, 2024
Time: 12:00 – 1:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

INDC-1110: Essential Skills for Training & Facilitation for JIBC Faculty & Staff
2024-12-10 08:30 - 2024-12-12 16:30 | JIBC New Westminster Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
REGISTER NOW

Interested in developing your essential skills for training & facilitation? Our next offering will be held on December 10, 11 and 12th, 2024.

INDC-1110 provides you with the fundamentals to design, facilitate and assess effective training. Learners will explore the principles of adult learning and brain-based methodology and how these concepts apply to their own work environment.

This course is helpful for a variety of learners. You may be a new instructor needing some orientation to instructional skills development, or an experienced instructor who wants a refresher, or a staff person who is required to deliver training and presentations as part of your job.

Each day during the course, learners will facilitate a short training session that they have developed themselves, receive feedback from their peers and coaches, and set new goals for their training effectiveness. By the end of this course, learners will have measurably increased their competence and confidence in designing and facilitating effective training sessions.

Please note, this course has approximately 3 hours of pre-work prior to Day 1 of the course. More information will be shared with learners prior to the course with details.

This course is available at no cost to JIBC staff and faculty. You must confirm your attendance at this training with your respective program manager. Registration is limited to 12 participants.

REGISTER NOW

Click here to register for this session. Contact Dave Smulders for more information.

December Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2024-12-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

December 17, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

January Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-01-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

January 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 2:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

February Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-02-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

February 3, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

February Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-02-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

February 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

March Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-03-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

March 7, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

March Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-03-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Centre for Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 90 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

First Hour: Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Optional Gradebook Overview (Last 30 minutes)

Introduction to Gradebook: Learn the essentials of the Ultra Gradebook and how to navigate and use the different views.
Grading Assignments and Providing Feedback: Explore the process of grading assignments, quizzes, and other assessments, as well providing feedback to students.
Creating Accommodation for students: Learn how to create course wide accommodation, exceptions and exemptions for students.

Note: Participation in the last 30 minutes of the session is optional. If you are already familiar with the Gradebook or do not use it, you may choose to leave the session after the first hour.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

March 11, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:30
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

WIL: Reflection in Action - A Hands-On Workshop
2025-03-12 11:00 - 13:00 | JIBC NW Campus, 715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5T4, Canada
Facilitators: Leva Lee, Advisor, Learning + Teaching, and Helena Prins, Advisor, Learning + Teaching, BCcampus

In this interactive two-hour workshop, Leva Lee and Helena Prins, advisors on the BCcampus Teaching and Learning team, will guide participants through the power and practice of reflection in action, a critical tool for deep learning, self-awareness, and growth in both personal and professional contexts.

Participants will explore:

Why reflection matters – Understanding its role in learning, decision-making, and personal development.
Effective prompts – How to craft and use reflective prompts to foster deeper insights.
Ways to engage – How participants can respond to reflection prompts in different formats.
Creative reflection activities – Engaging, hands-on exercises designed to bring reflection to life.

Through experiential learning, attendees will participate in various reflective exercises, gaining practical tools and strategies to integrate into their teaching, learning, and daily practices.

Join us to reflect, connect, and grow!

Please let your instructors know and invite them to register. There is no cost for JIBC staff/faculty.

Click here to complete your registration.

Priority for registration is for practising JIBC instructors. If you are not currently in a teaching role, but you are interested in the workshop, you may still be able to join if there are enough spaces. If demand exceeds our capacity to deliver, we may also consider offering a second delivery at a later date.

Leva Lee (she/her) is an advisor of learning and teaching at BCcampus. She has many years of experience leading online learning projects and professional development opportunities for the secondary and post-secondary education sectors in B.C., with a background in open and distance learning and educational technology. Her special interests are micro-learning design, fostering communities of practice, and creative facilitation practices for learning engagement. She is a Liberating Structures practitioner and an enthusiastic promoter of the B.C. post-secondary community and those committed to improving the student experience. When not online, you can find Leva inspecting her fledgling flower and vegetable garden, reading one of too many recipe books, or trying to eke out time in the day to sketch or do art.

Helena Prins (she/her) is an advisor of learning and teaching at BCcampus, where she coordinates the Facilitating Learning Online (FLO) portfolio. She began her career as a high school teacher in South Africa. Over the past 20 years, she has taught students of all ages and stages on four continents. A golden thread throughout her career has been breaking down barriers to learning. Prior to joining BCcampus in 2020, she worked as a career learning and development advisor at Royal Roads University. As an immigrant she continues to value the opportunity to support all students, especially international students, in finding and building their career path in Canada. She is a certified career strategist with Career Professionals Canada and associate faculty at Royal Roads University. Helena can be reached via email at hprins@bccampus.ca, and her LinkedIn profile is available at linkedin.com/in/helenaprins.

WIL: Community-Based Research Canada Workshop
2025-03-21 10:30 - 13:00 | Webinar
Facilitators: Amanda Demmer, Learning Specialist and Program Coordinator, and Joanna Ochocka, Executive Director, Community-Based Research Canada.

This interactive workshop will explore community-based research (CBR) as a community-driven, participatory, and action-oriented approach to research. This session will introduce key principles of CBR, emphasizing the collaborative nature of a CBR approach requiring strong community partnerships and shared control over research. Through discussions and practical examples, participants will learn theory what a community-based research approach entails and how it can be applied. By the end of the session, participants will understand the hallmarks, functions, and phases of CBR and what makes CBR different from traditional research approaches and will be equipped with tools to form equitable partnerships with community organizations for collaborative CBR projects. Participants will also be given resources for learning more about community-based research and engaging with Community-Based Research Canada.

Please let your instructors know and invite them to register. There is no cost for JIBC staff/faculty.

Click here to complete your registration.

Priority for registration is for practising JIBC instructors. If you are not currently in a teaching role, but you are interested in the workshop, you may still be able to join if there are enough spaces. If demand exceeds our capacity to deliver, we may also consider offering a second delivery at a later date.

Amanda Demmer is a community-based researcher, program evaluator, and a learning specialist. She has been practicing community-based research and evaluation for almost a decade, and teaching about it for over five years. Amanda is currently a PhD Candidate in Public Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo and holds a Master of Arts degree in Community Psychology. As a researcher, Amanda specializes in program evaluation within health, mental health, and social services, and as a PhD student her team won the Canadian Evaluation Society Student Evaluation Case Competition and went on to represent Team Canada at the World Evaluation Competition. Amanda has previously worked in research and evaluation roles within government, academia, and non-profit, including leading the Ontario evaluation within the national Roots of Hope community suicide intervention by the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

Joanna Ochocka is one of Canada’s top leaders and contributors in the field of community- based research. As Co-Chair/Executive Director of Community Based Research Canada (CBRCanada) and adjunct associate professor at the University of Waterloo, she practises daily her unique research methodology and its value by promoting community-university engagements through research, teaching, coaching and collaborative initiatives. She is also one of the founding members of CBRCanada.​

For 25 years, Joanna served as the executive director of the Centre for Community Based Research (CCBR), a trailblazer in conducting community-based research outside academia (with over 400 research projects). Joanna was distinguished twice for her teaching when she received the Teaching Excellence Awards at both Wilfrid Laurier University in (2005) and at University of Waterloo in (2020). She helped establish the Community Research Ethics Office (CREO) and organized the C2UExpo conferences, which are the largest gatherings globally showcasing community-university partnerships from around the world. Joanna has led a National Summit on pursuing excellence in collaborative community campus research (a springboard for the community-based research excellence tool CBRET) and co-instructed the first national certified course on community-based research fundamentals and excellence (2022). Her list of publications includes a book, 58 journal articles and over 80 research resources.
Driven by her passion and dedication, Joanna sees community-based research as a tool for equity and justice within societies.

April Training Sessions: Intro to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 60 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown:

Ultra Course Environment (60 minutes)

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

May Training Series: Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 60 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown (60 mins):

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.

For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

May Training Series: Blackboard Learn Ultra: Build Your Course
2025-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Overview:
In this training session, we will build off the orientation training you’ve received to gain the essential skills in order to build and organize your course content in Blackboard Learn Ultra.

Session Breakdown (60 mins):
By the end of the session, you will be able to:

Copy course content from an existing course shell
Create course materials such as documents and folders
Upload files to the content collection
Create and set up assignments
Create and engage in discussion activities

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, instructional designers, curriculum developers, multimedia web specialists, and program staff who support management of Blackboard courses.

Date and Time:

Thursday, May 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.

For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

May Training Series: Blackboard Learn Ultra: Gradebook
2025-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Overview:
In this final training of the series, we will complete your course orientation and development by giving you an overview of your gradebook and training on how to navigate and use key features of the Blackboard Ultra Gradebook.

Session Breakdown (60 mins):
By the end of the session, you will be able to:

Understand how to navigate your gradebook views and columns
Create, delete, and manage columns in your gradebook
Mark assessments
Create and calculate your overall grade in your gradebook
Use the ILP tool to upload your final grades to Colleague

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, instructional designers, curriculum developers, multimedia web specialists, and program staff who support management of Blackboard courses.

Date and Time:

Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.
For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra
2025-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Overview:
This introductory training session is designed for educators and staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra. Over the course of 60 minutes, participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the Ultra course environment, with a focus on navigating and utilizing the platform to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Session Breakdown (60 mins):

Introduction to Blackboard Learn Ultra: Get acquainted with the interface of Ultra and explore its key features.
Navigating the Course: Learn how to efficiently navigate through the course environment and manage the course tools.
Types of Course Content: Discover the different types of course content you can have in an Ultra course and how to navigate through them.
Communication and Collaboration Tools: Explore the communication tools available in Ultra, including discussion boards, announcements, and messaging, to foster student engagement.

Who Should Attend: This training is ideal for faculty, program assistants, and administrative staff who are new to Blackboard Learn Ultra and want to gain confidence in using its features.

Date and Time:

Monday, June 2, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online

Complete the registration form to register for your session. You will receive a confirmation calendar invite with information and a link to join the online session closer to the date.

For more information email ctli@jibc.ca.
