Join this 30+30 session at UBC to delve into effective prompting techniques for generative AI within the context of higher education. The first half of the session, a 30-minute interactive presentation, is dedicated to learning about various prompting approaches, specifically tailored to teaching and learning. Insights, recent research strategies, and best practices will be shared, […]

Join this 30+30 session at UBC to delve into effective prompting techniques for generative AI within the context of higher education. The first half of the session, a 30-minute interactive presentation, is dedicated to learning about various prompting approaches, specifically tailored to teaching and learning. Insights, recent research strategies, and best practices will be shared, […]

Storing your data in a repository like Borealis makes it easy for other researchers, publishers, and collaborators to find, use, and cite your data. It supports the Open Science movement goals of transparency, accessibility, and collaboration, and can increase attention to your work. Please join us for this short hands-on workshop to learn how to […]

New to citation management, don't know where to start, or trying to get familiar with the free tools supported at UBC? This workshop compares the two citation management tools supported at the Research Commons, Zotero and Mendeley, including a discussion of the similarities and unique features of each tool. We will also go over some commonly encountered challenges, […]

This workshop will first give an introduction to web maps, including the differences between digital maps and web maps, their structure, and how they work. The second part of the workshop will be a short hands-on session where we will create our own web map showing UBC campus buildings – with clickable with popups – […]

The Generative AI Drop-In clinics are open for all faculty and staff at UBC and UBC Okanagan on teaching and learning topics to do with the use of tools such as ChatGPT, Stability AI, Google Bard and others. The sessions will be in an open-hours format where the questions will be answered such that all […]

Virtual Information Session We will be having a new grad engineer in training program for electrical, civil, mechanical and chemical engineers.   The purpose of this session is to showcase the program and highlight ENMAX as a possible employer after graduation to your students. Attending Representatives: Dan Jayasinghe Maintenance Engineer Shulamit Kutner Senior Chemical/Process Engineer

Literature reviews accomplish several purposes for scholars. In the introduction to a research article, research paper, or thesis chapter, for example, writers review relevant research in order to establish a research gap, problem, or need that the current study addresses. But how do writers summarize the scholarly conversation already underway and, then, join that conversation? […]

Overview As a resource that supports both students and instructors, Teaching Assistants (TAs) are well-positioned to help build learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and respectful. Join Rachael E. Sullivan, Equity Education Strategist from the Equity & Inclusion Office, to learn about power dynamics within the classroom, the policies and guidelines that frame the work […]

Please join the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology (CTLT) Indigenous Initiatives team as we host the first Classroom Climate Series session of Fall 2023 to welcome everyone back for the upcoming academic year. We will highlight place-based resources from the UBC Teaching and Learning community, including project updates from our team. You will have […]

Please join the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology (CTLT) Indigenous Initiatives team as we host the first Classroom Climate Series session of Fall 2023 to welcome everyone back for the upcoming academic year. We will highlight place-based resources from the UBC Teaching and Learning community, including project updates from our team. You will have […]

UBC Vancouver | In-person How to create compelling photography, that compliments and enhances your project! Are you a UBC instructor or staff and have a need for photography, but are working with a minimal budget? This in-person workshop will provide advice for camera technique, lighting and composition, as well as post-production tips for editing and […]

In this workshop you'll learn how to apply network analysis tools to estimate and visualize a walkability index for downtown Vancouver. The geoprocessing workflows employed in this workshop require prerequisite familiarity with the QGIS interface and basic spatial analysis tools. QGIS is a free and open source desktop geographic information system (GIS). It can be […]

This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]

This ISW will be held in-person. Please read the application process and workshop eligibility prior to applying. Preliminary Application Process When you submit an application, you are applying for the WAITLIST only and your spot in the workshop is NOT confirmed. If you meet the requirements and are selected as a participant you will receive an email to […]