This month The University of Alabama System will host its 13th Annual Scholars Institute through a series of online events.
The institute kicks off May 15 at 10 a.m. with a virtual presentation offering an overview of how the UA System community is responding to events related to the novel coronavirus. A student panel will also discuss the experiences of learning remotely during the spring 2020 semester.
“Like most events happening right now, this year’s event will be quite different than past Scholars Institutes that UA has hosted,” said Dr. Rachel Thompson, director of UA’s Center for Instructional Technology and planning committee member for the Scholars Institute. “We’re excited to host the event virtually, and we’re looking forward to what students have to say about the transition to online learning.”
The Scholars Institute fosters a shared community of knowledge among the three UA System campuses. The online series will include live presentations, panel discussions, Q&A and other ways to discuss challenges and opportunities in the use of technology in teaching and learning.
Presentations will align with the institute theme, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Using Technology to Bridge Connections” and explore technology’s role in teaching, research and service.
Learn more, and register for the Scholars Institute, on the CIT website. For more information, contact UA’s Center for Instructional Technology at cit@ua.edu.