Training & Events

This asynchronous online course introduces instructors to the best practices of online instruction. Successful completion leads to the online teaching certification as well as the Online 101 Digital Badge. Delivered 100% online in Canvas, there will be no live meetings. Please ignore start/end times as the system requires these to be entered.

Open To
faculty, instructors, teaching staff/GA

Location
Online - https://canvas.msstate.edu/

Our university is committed to delivering the highest quality instruction, and we believe that a classroom observation can significantly contribute to your growth as an effective teacher while showcasing your dedication to continuous improvement. Participating in a classroom observation offers numerous benefits, including enhancing your teaching effectiveness, fostering greater student engagement, and providing a focused pathway for professional development. By signing up for a classroom observation, we will visit one of your class sessions and offer valuable feedback on your lesson planning and delivery. The CTLs Classroom Observation process includes a pre-observation meeting, an in-class observation, a student survey, and a post-observation discussion. Through this comprehensive approach, we ensure that the observation experience is thorough and constructive. Upon completion of the observation process, you will receive a detailed Observation Report presented in a standardized format. The report will encompass insights from the observation, valuable student feedback, and practical suggestions for future improvements, ultimately assisting you in refining your teaching techniques. If you have any further questions, please visit our webpage: https://www.ctl.msstate.edu/services/teaching-feedback-person-courses. Please disregard the start and end times required by our online registration system. After the registration deadline on September 8th, we will contact registrants to schedule a suitable day and time for the observation.

Open To

Location
Your Classroom

Transform your Canvas course into a well-organized learning environment that enhances student navigation and engagement. Discover essential design fundamentals and gain foundational tips that will streamline your course management while improving your students’ experience.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

This interactive training course equips Mississippi State University students, faculty, and staff with the knowledge and strategies needed to respond effectively during an active attacker event. Based on the nationally recognized Avoid | Deny | Defend (A.D.D.) model developed by the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center, the course emphasizes proactive decision-making and personal safety. Participants will learn how to: Avoid danger by recognizing threats early and quickly moving to safety, Deny access by securing their location to slow or prevent an attacker's entry, and Defend themselves as a last resort, using physical resistance when necessary. The training includes realistic scenarios, discussion, and practical steps tailored to the university environment. By the end of the session, attendees will feel more confident in their ability to react decisively and protect themselves and others in a critical incident.

Open To
MSU Faculty, Staff and Students

Location
Union Fowlkes Auditorium

Level up your course and increase student motivation by incorporating game-based learning strategies into your courses. Explore practical implementation techniques that work across disciplines and discover how to create engaging, interactive experiences that make learning both fun and effective for today's students.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

Stay ahead of the curve while maintaining academic integrity by learning to harness AI tools responsibly in your teaching practices. Gain confidence in ethical AI integration, discover innovative assignment ideas that incorporate AI, and develop prompting skills that will enhance both your productivity and your students' learning outcomes.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

Provide equitable learning experiences by implementing essential accessibility practices that benefit all your students. Learn to craft contextually relevant alt text and implement effective captioning strategies that not only meet compliance standards but genuinely enhance comprehension and engagement for all learners.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

Build meaningful connections and foster active participation in your online courses through proven engagement strategies and tools. Discover why student engagement is crucial for online success, explore Canvas-specific features that promote interaction, and leave with actionable methods you can implement immediately.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

This asynchronous online course introduces instructors to the best practices of online instruction. Successful completion leads to the online teaching certification as well as the Online 101 Digital Badge. Delivered 100% online in Canvas, there will be no live meetings. Please ignore start/end times as the system requires these to be entered.

Open To
faculty, instructors, teaching staff/GA

Location
Online - https://canvas.msstate.edu/

Elevate your course's visual appeal and functionality using a Canvas page template created specifically for MSU faculty. Learn how to import and customize this powerful resource, explore our specialized Canvas page resources, and see examples of how your course can be transformed.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

This asynchronous online course introduces instructors to the best practices of online instruction. Successful completion leads to the online teaching certification as well as the Online 101 Digital Badge. Delivered 100% online in Canvas, there will be no live meetings. Please ignore start/end times as the system requires these to be entered.

Open To
faculty, instructors, teaching staff/GA

Location
Online - https://canvas.msstate.edu/

Unlock the power of data-driven teaching by leveraging Canvas New Analytics to identify at-risk students and optimize your instructional strategies. Discover how to access and interpret meaningful student engagement data, and learn practical ways to use these insights to intervene early and boost student success rates.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

Enhance student engagement and deepen learning by incorporating dynamic interactive tools that transform passive content consumption into active participation. Explore interactive options suitable for your course, and discover how these tools can reinvigorate your teaching while improving student outcomes.

Open To
Instructors, Faculty, Grad. Assistants

Location
WebEx Online (link to be sent)

Southern winters can be unpredictable—and when cold weather hits Mississippi, even a light freeze can cause major disruptions. Winter is Coming: Prep Tips for the South is a seasonal preparedness course designed to help Mississippi State University students, faculty, and staff get ready for winter weather with practical, Southern-specific tips. Participants will learn: How to prepare your home, dorm, or office for freezing temperatures What to include in a cold-weather emergency kit Staying safe during power outages, icy roads, and campus closures How MSU communicates winter weather updates and where to find reliable information Tips for winterizing your vehicle and planning ahead for travel Whether it’s your first Southern winter or your fifteenth, this course will help you stay safe, warm, and ready—no snow shovel required.

Open To
MSU Faculty, Staff and Students

Location
Union Fowlkes Auditorium

Our university is committed to delivering the highest quality instruction, and we believe that a classroom observation can significantly contribute to your growth as an effective teacher while showcasing your dedication to continuous improvement. Participating in a classroom observation offers numerous benefits, including enhancing your teaching effectiveness, fostering greater student engagement, and providing a focused pathway for professional development. By signing up for a classroom observation, we will visit one of your class sessions and offer valuable feedback on your lesson planning and delivery. The CTLs Classroom Observation process includes a pre-observation meeting, an in-class observation, a student survey, and a post-observation discussion. Through this comprehensive approach, we ensure that the observation experience is thorough and constructive. Upon completion of the observation process, you will receive a detailed Observation Report presented in a standardized format. The report will encompass insights from the observation, valuable student feedback, and practical suggestions for future improvements, ultimately assisting you in refining your teaching techniques. If you have any further questions, please visit our webpage: https://www.ctl.msstate.edu/services/teaching-feedback-person-courses.

Open To

Location
Your Classroom