Workshops
On this page:
- Upcoming Workshops
- Teaching for Student Success Symposium
- Quality Matters (QM) Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) (7th Edition) Workshop
- Recorded Workshops and Presentations
The Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) holds events, throughout the year, that are intended to provide our teaching community with opportunities for learning and improving teaching skills, networking, sharing ideas, and viewing demonstrations of some of the new, emerging pedagogical techniques and technologies that we are exploring.
Upcoming Workshops
Getting Started with Journals and Conferences in Digital Commons
Tuesday, January 20, from 2 to 2:30 p.m., Virtual (Link to be sent)
Wednesday, January 21, from 2 to 2:30 p.m, Virtual (Link to be sent)
Wondering how Digital Commons supports both journals and conferences? This webinar provides a guided tour of the publishing process from journal submissions and peer review to publishing conference proceedings through event communities. We'll explore how editors and organizers can structure content, manage workflows, and showcase scholarship from recurring journals and one-time or annual academic events. For any questions, please contact Alexis.Whitney@wright.edu.
Raising Early Alerts
Join the Center for Faculty Excellence and Academic Engagement for a brief session on raising early alerts. Faculty play a critical role in identifying student concerns. By submitting early alerts, you help activate timely interventions from campus partners to support student success at WSU.
During this quick session, you’ll:
- Receive a tutorial on our Early Alert System
- Learn what happens after an alert is submitted
- Understand the steps taken when contacting a student
- Review procedures when a student cannot be reached
- See how we close the communication loop with faculty
You can choose either session:
- Tuesday, February 3 from 11:00–11:30 a.m., in 205 Student Success Center. Please bring a laptop for this face-to-face session.
- Wednesday, February 4 from 1:00-1:30 p.m., Virtual (Link to be sent)
Please reach out to cfe@wright.edu if you have any questions or need to borrow a laptop. Wright State's deadline for ADA Title II compliance is, April 24, 2026. Wright State Online is able to help with personalized course reviews and online accessibility resources.
Accessibility Fridays with Wright State Online (WSO)
Do you ever feel that making your courses accessible is a daunting challenge? The Wright State Online (WSO) team is here to help! Join us for Accessibility Fridays, where we’ll cover the essentials of creating inclusive and accessible learning materials.
Session 1: Document Accessibility
- Organizing content structure
- Creating effective links
- Choosing accessible fonts
- Ensuring proper color contrast
- Basic PDF remediation
- Using accessibility checkers
Date: February 6
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Session 2: Audio & Video Accessibility
- Adding closed captions
- Providing audio transcripts
- Writing alternative (alt) text
- Designing accessible PowerPoint slides
- Using accessibility checkers
Date: February 13
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Format & Registration
- Both sessions are offered in a hybrid format (in-person in 114 Oelman Hall or online).
- Please indicate your attendance preference when reserving your spot. If attending in-person let us know if you’d like to borrow a laptop.
- Can’t make February? These sessions will be repeated in March:
- Session 1: March 13
- Session 2: March 20
Update to Pilot
Pilot now offers the New Content Experience, designed to make creating and managing course materials easier and more intuitive. This update introduces enhanced accessibility features and consolidates frequently used tools into a streamlined interface.
The New Content Experience is optional and may be enabled or disabled at any time. Several instructors have already implemented this feature and provided favorable feedback regarding its functionality.
For additional information:
- View the introductory video from Wright State Online
- Register and attend a training session on February 20, in 114 Oelman Hall or March 27, Virtual, both at 10:00 a.m.
Questions may be directed to CaTS Help Desk at helpdesk@wright.edu.
Teaching for Student Success Symposium
Each year, the Center for Faculty Excellence hosts a Teaching for Student Success Symposium. The on-campus event provides information, motivation, and new ways to think about teaching your students as you prepare for a new semester.
In 2025, we hosted a number of breakout sessions and our keynote speaker was Catherine Denial, who explored the pedagogy of kindness.
Quality Matters (QM) Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) (7th Edition) Workshop
Register for Quality Matters Training
All sessions are virtual and a Webex link will be sent upon registration
- Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday, January 30, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday, April 24, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn the underlying principles behind the Quality Matters (QM) Rubric (7th Edition) and the critical elements of the QM quality assurance process. Learn about drafting helpful recommendations as you apply the Rubric to an actual course. The effective instructional design principles included in the workshop apply to all learning environments (face-to-face, online, and blended learning). This workshop would be helpful to a broad audience, including faculty (full-time and part-time), administrators, and staff helping to design and develop courses. It would also benefit anyone considering the adoption of a quality assurance process for online and hybrid learning. Completing, implementing, and receiving certification for Quality Matters course design principles is an excellent credential for accreditors looking for evidence of high-quality courses. The APPQMR is the prerequisite for the Peer Reviewer Course, which is required to become a QM Peer Reviewer.
The APPQMR workshop is an eight-hour, one-day online session taught via web conferencing. To receive credit for completion, participants must attend the entire session and participate in all workshop activities and discussions. The registered participants will receive information about the session (including the WebEx link) the week of the class. Four sessions are offered before the term starts in August. Register early to ensure availability for the session that works best with your schedule.
The cost of this all-day workshop is $360. However, our Provost has generously agreed to cover all expenses so that Wright State employees can attend at no cost. Over 65 higher education institutions in Ohio and 1,700 worldwide subscribe to Quality Matters. This makes the QM credential valuable personally and professionally. Select the date and click the registration button to enroll in the session that works best for you. If you have questions, contact Dr. Sheri Stover at sheri.stover@wright.edu.
Recorded Workshops and Presentations
Recorded Workshops and Presentations
We also collaborate with different groups and departments, across campus, to develop events that are specifically tailored to your needs. If you would like to request such an event, contact CFE at cfe@wright.edu.
