Event Registration

Host	Title	Date	Time	Capacity	Presenter	Description	Building/Room	For More Information
CDEC	Interview Skills Workshop	Fri, 18 Jan 2019	10:30am - 11:30am	4/25	Career Development and Employment Centre	Interviewing Skills and Answering Difficult Questions: Preparing ahead for the interview is a good way to make sure you do well. Practice helps! In this workshop you will learn how to approach the interview questions through discussion and example practice. Question types that will be reviewed are traditional, situational or behavioral. You will learn how to manage difficult interview questions as well.	McConnell Hall - Senior Commons Room	Jessica Bourque: employment@unb.ca
CETL	Getting Started with Poll Everywhere	Fri, 18 Jan 2019	10:00am - 11:00am	1/5	Mary Astorino, Instructional Designer (Ed. Tech), CETL	Increase interactivity and engagement in your classes with Poll Everywhere, UNB's Classroom Response System. Instructors ask questions in the classroom and students respond using their mobile devices (phones, tablets, laptops). Results are displayed providing immediate feedback and opportunities for discussion. By the end of this session, you will have an understanding of what Poll Everywhere can do and will be ready to create your own polls. UNB has a site license for this tool, so there is no cost to instructors and students. Bring your mobile device and try it for yourself.	Marshall d'Avray Hall, Room 249	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Teaching Dossier Workshop	Fri, 1 Feb 2019	1:30pm - 3:30pm	0/16	Magdalen Normandeau (CETL)	This workshop on Teaching Dossiers clarifies what a dossier is and how to develop one. After introducing these general considerations, we will focus on helping you with the difficult task of writing your teaching philosophy. We will also expend some mental energy on the importance of aligning the Evidence section with the Teaching Philosophy. Should you attend? If you are applying for tenure and promotion in the coming years, considering a teaching award, or simply want to improve your teaching practice, the answer should probably be yes.	Marshall d'Avray, room 249	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Learning Is Misunderstood (part of the	Thu, 7 Feb 2019	1:00pm - 2:15pm	6/25	Magdalen Normandeau (Physics + CETL)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 1 - Learning Is Misunderstood.	Carleton 106	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	To Learn, Retrieve (part of the Make It Stick series)	Wed, 13 Feb 2019	1:30pm - 2:30pm	8/25	Jeremy Noble (Kinesiology)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 2- To Learn, Retrieve.	Kinesiology, Room 201	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Mix Up Your Practice (part of the	Wed, 20 Feb 2019	1:30pm - 2:30pm	10/25	Ken Seaman (Kinesiology)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 3 - Mix Up Your Practice.	TBD	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Embrace Difficulties (part of the	Thu, 14 Mar 2019	2:30pm - 3:30pm	7/25	Dawn MacIsaac (CS & ECE)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 5 - Embrace Difficulties.	MacLaggan Hall, Room 18	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Avoid Illusions of Knowing (part of the	Wed, 20 Mar 2019	1:30pm - 2:30pm	8/25	Ben Newling (Physics)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 5- Avoid Illusions of Knowing.	Kierstead, Room 3	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CETL	Get Beyond Learning Styles (part of the Make It Stick series)	Fri, 29 Mar 2019	12:30pm - 1:30pm	6/25	John Kleefeld (Law)	The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website: "To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement." Each session in the series centres on one chapter from the book. This particular session is related to Chapter 6 - Get Beyond Learning Styles.	Ludlow Hall, Room 15	Nancy Fitzpatrick: nef@unb.ca
CDEC	Job Seeking Strategies Workshop	Thu, 4 Apr 2019	2:30pm - 3:30pm	7/15	Career Development and Employment Centre	Job Search Strategies: 80% of jobs are not advertised. So, building some strategies for finding employment in this situation requires building knowledge and skills in finding opportunities. In this workshop you will explore how to do this, answer some of your concerns, and gain valuable tools to help you in the process.	McConnoll Hall, Senior Commons Room	Jessica Bourque: employment@unb.ca
CDEC	Interview Skills Workshop	Mon, 8 Apr 2019	10:30am - 11:30am	6/15	Career Development and Employment Centre	Interviewing Skills and Answering Difficult Questions: Preparing ahead for the interview is a good way to make sure you do well. Practice helps! In this workshop you will learn how to approach the interview questions through discussion and example practice. Question types that will be reviewed are traditional, situational or behavioral. You will learn how to manage difficult interview questions as well.	McConnell Hall - Senior Commons Room	Jessica Bourque: employment@unb.ca
CDEC	Career Exploration Workshop	Tue, 9 Apr 2019	2:30pm - 4:00pm	4/15	Career Development and Employment Centre	CAREER EXPLORATION – Designing your career path Do you need help discovering what career path is ideal for your unique set of interests, skills, strengths, values and personality? This two part workshop will provide you with the resources necessary to successfully design your career path. Part 1 – Career Exploration – Self-Identification – Know Yourself What are your strengths, values, interests, skills, traits and what is your vision for the future? Understanding these things is the first step in planning your career. During this workshop you will complete assessments and activities to help you discover who you are and some possible careers that fit for you. Part 2 – Career Exploration – Exploring Options Now that you have discovered possible career options, how do you get there? In this workshop you will be provided with websites and resources to help you research occupations and training paths. You will leave this workshop with the tools you need to make informed career decisions.	McConnell Hall - Senior Commons Room	Jessica Bourque: employment@unb.ca
CDEC	Resume and Cover Letter Workshop	Thu, 11 Apr 2019	2:00pm - 3:00pm	3/15	Career Development and Employment Centre	This workshop will afford students with the opportunity to gain valuable skills in resume and cover letter writing.	McConnell Hall - Senior Commons Room	Jessica Bourque: employment@unb.ca

Increase interactivity and engagement in your classes with Poll Everywhere, UNB's Classroom Response System. Instructors ask questions in the classroom and students respond using their mobile devices (phones, tablets, laptops). Results are displayed providing immediate feedback and opportunities for discussion. By the end of this session, you will have an understanding of what Poll Everywhere can do and will be ready to create your own polls. UNB has a site license for this tool, so there is no cost to instructors and students.

Bring your mobile device and try it for yourself.

This workshop on Teaching Dossiers clarifies what a dossier is and how to develop one. After introducing these general considerations, we will focus on helping you with the difficult task of writing your teaching philosophy. We will also expend some mental energy on the importance of aligning the Evidence section with the Teaching Philosophy.

Should you attend? If you are applying for tenure and promotion in the coming years, considering a teaching award, or simply want to improve your teaching practice, the answer should probably be yes.

The thread that binds together the sessions in this series is the book "Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Brown, Roediger and McDaniel. From the description of the book on the publisher's website:

"To most of us, learning something “the hard way” implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners.