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Tag: CPD Level 2

Mini Course: Introduction to AI Inspired Pedagogies

Register Here | Facilitator: Laina Lockett

By now you’ve probably heard of ChatGPT or one of the other various new large language models (LLMs) that have taken the world by storm. But do you know how to deal with ever-evolving artificial intelligence technology as it relates to your teaching? In this mini course, you will be exposed to the basics of redesigning your course as it relates to learning outcomes and instructional activities. We will also explore how to get feedback from students regarding the changes that you make. This is a five-session program; successful completion will earn participants a level 2 CPD credential which is cross-listed with the Teaching with AI Level 2 credential. Registration will be limited to the first 40 participants.
This mini-course runs weekly on Mondays, November 2 – November 30.

Dates of Sessions:
November 2, 2026 1:30-3:20PM
November 9, 2026 1:30-3:20PM
November 16, 2026 1:30-3:20PM
November 23, 2026 1:30-3:20PM
November 30, 2026 1:30-3:20PM

* Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Mini Course: Introduction to AI Inspired Pedagogies 

Register Here | Facilitator: Laina Lockett

This event is at capacity; registration is now closed. 

By now you’ve probably heard of ChatGPT or one of the other various new large language models (LLMs) that have taken the world by storm. But do you know how to deal with the ever-evolving artificial intelligence technology as it relates to your teaching? In this mini course, you will be exposed to the basics of redesigning your course as it relates to learning outcomes and instructional activities. We will also explore how to get feedback from students regarding the changes that you make. Bring your lunch and enjoy this five-session program (spread across four days). Successful completion will earn participants a Level 2 CPD credential. Registration will close at 40 participants.

Dates of Sessions:
August 3, 2026 11:00-1:30PM
August 4, 2026 11:00-1:30PM
August 5, 2026 11:00-1:30PM
August 6, 2026 11:00-1:30PM

* Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Deadline: STEM Education Retreat: STEM for All: Applying UDL in Your Courses

Register Here | Facilitators: Carley Fisher-Maltese and Laina Lockett 

Registration for this event closed May 1. We will offer this event again in Spring 2027. 

Faculty are invited to participate in the second STEM Education Retreat, an in-person professional development workshop focused on Using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in STEM Courses. The workshop will be held on May 19 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is open to any faculty who teach STEM courses across Mason’s colleges and schools. Participation is limited to the first 15 faculty who register. The Canvas course will open on May 6.

During the workshop, participants will explore how to apply UDL principles to the design and delivery of STEM courses, with an emphasis on creating inclusive learning environments that proactively address learner variability. Faculty will learn strategies for aligning student learning outcomes, instructional activities, and assessments using the UDL framework. The session will include hands-on activities, guided reflection on current course design, and collaborative discussion. Participants will leave with practical, actionable strategies to implement UDL in at least one STEM course, including applications in laboratory, quantitative, and problem-based learning contexts.

* Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 2

Register Here | Facilitator: Crystal Anderson


Are you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In Part 2 of this thematic faculty development cluster, you will learn how to get students involved in their own learning (Implementing High Impact Practices (Engage) workshop) and how to assess nonstandard cumulative assignments, like research, projects, or internships (Grading High-Impact Practices (Assess) workshop).

By completing Part 1 and Part 2, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 1

Register Here| Facilitator: Crystal Anderson 


Are you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In this first of a two-part series, you will participate in two workshops. Fundamentals of Effective Teaching (Required) explains the critical elements of teaching today’s students. High-Impact Practices (HIPs) and Applied Learning (Design) shows you how to use transparent assignment design for courses with internships, undergraduate research and project-based learning.

By completing Part 1 and Part 2, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Canceled: Mini Course: Syllabus Design

January 8 – January 18

Asynchronous| Register Here | Facilitators: Crystal Anderson and Laina Lockett

Do you want your syllabus to promote student success and engagement? Do you want to make your goals and assignments clear and relevant for students? In this self-paced, 10-hour asynchronous mini course, you will learn how to create a syllabus that aligns your learning goals with your assignments, organizes course content to maximize student learning and makes use of SyllaBright, George Mason’s course design assistant.

Registered participants will be added to the course January 8-12. The registration deadline for the course Monday, January 12 at 8:00 a.m.

Upon completion of the course, participants will earn the Level 2 Credential for Teaching Competencies as part of the Continuing Professional Development program.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Applied Teaching Residency Canceled

The Residency runs August 20 – November 12 | Register here| Facilitator: Crystal Anderson 

Have you created a new assignment/activity or redesigned an old one for a course, and need support as you implement it? Do you want to increase the effectiveness of the assignment? Would you like feedback as you implement the assignment? Join a cohort of participants in this semester-long residency for this initial 2-hour meeting to determine teaching goals, create an implementation plan for the semester, and confirm subsequent meeting dates/times. During this session participants will also confirm dates/times for 2 one-hour guided check-ins via Zoom throughout the semester and a final 2-hour debrief meeting to document the experience for your self-evaluation of teaching. The Residency runs August 20 – November 12. By completing this residency, you can earn a CPD Level 2 Teaching Competencies Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program.

Tentative Meeting Schedule (*subject to needs of the cohort):
Aug 20 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Implementation Plan Development
Sept 17 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Check-in #1
Oct 15 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Check-in #2
Nov 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Debrief and Dissemination

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Syllabus Design (Canceled)

Self-Paced | Register Here (Canceled)

Do you want your syllabus to promote student success and engagement? Do you want to make your goals and assignments clear and relevant for students? In this self-paced, 10-hour asynchronous mini course, you will learn how to create a syllabus that aligns your learning goals with your assignments, organizes course content to maximize student learning and makes use of SyllaBright, George Mason’s course design assistant. Registered participants will be added to the course by August 15, and the course closes on August 24. The registration deadline for the course is August 15. Upon completion of the course, participants will earn the Level 2 Credential for Teaching Competencies as part of the Continuing Professional Development program.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above. 

Introduction to AI Inspired Pedagogies 

Tuesdays, November 11-December 9 | Register here| Facilitator: Laina Lockett

By now you’ve probably heard of ChatGPT or one of the other various new large language models (LLMs) that have taken the world by storm. But do you know how to deal with the ever-evolving artificial intelligence technology as it relates to your teaching? In this mini course you will be exposed to the basics of redesigning your course as it relates to learning outcomes and instructional activities. We will also explore how to get feedback from students regarding the changes that you make. This is a five session program and successful completion will earn participants a level 2 CPD credential. Registration closes on November 4th or once the course reaches 40 participants.

Dates of Sessions:
November 11, 2025 9-11AM
November 18, 2025 9-11AM
November 25, 2025 9-11AM
December 02, 2025 9-11AM
December 09, 2025 9-11AM

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.

Mini Course: Introduction to AI Inspired Pedagogies

Monday, Juy 21 – Thursday, Juy 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Register here| Facilitator: Laina Lockett

By now you’ve probably heard of ChatGPT or one of the other various new large language models (LLMs) that have taken the world by storm. But do you know how to deal with the ever-evolving artificial intelligence technology as it relates to your teaching? In this mini course you will be exposed to the basics of redesigning your course as it relates to learning outcomes and instructional activities. We will also explore how to get feedback from students regarding the changes that you make.

*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.