Events Archive

This workshop explored how humans learn, remember, and problem-solve. The session delved into how generative AI can assist in scaffolding student learning, reducing cognitive load, and promoting deeper engagement through mastery-oriented activities. We also addressed...

In this Accessibility Series Quick Bite Zoom session, the STLI team discussed which features to watch for to make your documents and slide decks accessible for more learners. The session covered practical strategies for Microsoft Word and PowerPoint as well as Google...

In this Quick Bite Zoom session, the STLI team discussed the challenges of taking attendance, and how Poll Everywhere can be used as a tool to gather class attendance information quicker while also engaging with your students in productive ways. STLI Quick Bite |...

In this Quick Bite Zoom Session, we were joined by our Poll Everywhere (PE) representative for an introduction and refresher on using Poll Everywhere in courses. The session discussed new features and creative use-cases to enhance student engagement and track their...

In this Quick Bite Zoom session, IT’s Kristy Walker and STLI’s Mike Blum discussed how to effectively use Blackboard Gradebook, a great tool for student assignment submissions. The session covered how to overcome the challenges of Gradebook, to use it as a powerful...

STLI, WM Libraries, and Information Technology hosted practical, high-impact sessions designed to support new and returning instructors as they prepared for the upcoming semester. Ready, Set, Teach! Hosted by STLI | August 14, 2025 STLI, WM Libraries, and Information...

The third and final event in STLI’s GenAI discussion series invited educators and experts to reflect on Module 3 of the GenAI in Teaching course. The conversation explored different approaches to teaching and learning in the age of generative AI, offering participants...

In this Teaching with AI Quick Bite Zoom session, we discussed the benefits of MS Copilot and Google Gemini with W&M license protections as tools for use with students, and how to address concerns related to privacy, intellectual property protection, tool...

The second of three events in STLI’s GenAI discussion series focused on the ethical considerations surrounding generative AI. Participants reflected on Module 2 of the GenAI in Teaching course, examining issues such as environmental impact, misinformation, and bias....

The first of three events in STLI’s GenAI discussion series brought together educators and experts to reflect on the GenAI in Teaching course. Participants explored the basics of generative AI and prompt engineering, shared ideas, asked questions, and discovered new...