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Friday 5 Live Timely Topic! Hope & Inclusivity: Navigating Diversity Initiatives In Restrictive Times
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Overview: How can we continue to build and support inclusive campuses, especially in states where DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives face significant challenges? Join us for what promises to...
Part 1 - Online Orientation Trends For 2025: Elevating Student Engagement, Accessibility & Onboarding
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Description Overview: Join us for an insightful webinar designed specifically for higher education professionals eager to stay ahead of the curve in student onboarding. Drawing on survey data from orientation...
Are Your Students AI Ready? NOVA's Approach To Ethical AI Literacy & Faculty Integration
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Description Overview: Generative AI is rapidly transforming the landscape of higher education, presenting both opportunities and challenges for faculty and students. For educators, it is essential to move beyond seeing...
Bridging the Gap: How Online Orientation & Support Services Prepare Dual Enrollment Students For College Success
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Description Overview: In the past year, the number of dual-enrolled high school students has surged by 10%, significantly contributing to the overall growth in community college enrollments. (Nielsen Scarborough Research...
Empowering Families To Support Holistic Student Success: UAlbany’s Innovative First-Year Experience For Supporters
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Description Overview: Today’s college students often view family members as vital partners in their college journey, seeking guidance on everything from academics to social life. In this webinar, we’ll explore...
Teach Students How To Learn: Metacognition Is The Key
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Description Overview: Today’s students enter college with widely varying academic skills, interests, and motivation levels. Faculty lament that students are focused on grades, often reverting to cheating, and do not...
Then & Now: The Evolution Of Customer Service In Higher Ed & How To Be Student-Ready
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Description Overview: Twenty years ago, Innovative Educators delivered its first-ever webinar on Customer Service in Higher Education, and since then, the landscape has transformed dramatically. As we celebrate two decades...
Breaking the Cycle of Academic Probation: How Cal Poly Pomona Drives Student Success
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Description Overview: In pursuit of California State University's mission to bridge equity and achievement gaps for underrepresented, Pell-eligible, and first-generation students, Cal Poly Pomona's Office of Student Success faces the...
Transforming Orientation At HSIs & Community Colleges: Providing Culturally Relevant Information To Increase Retention
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Description Overview: Many institutions, especially multi-campus community colleges and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), struggle with low attendance, limited access to essential resources, and the challenge of engaging students' families in the...
Revamping Academic Probation Support: Proven Strategies To Improve Time Management, Self-Advocacy & Motivation
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Description Overview: Did you know that nearly 20% of college students are placed on academic probation? Without proper support, many of these students struggle to recover, jeopardizing their academic future...
Bridging The Equity Gap: How Online Orientation & Success Workshops Empower California Students
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Description Overview: As institutions increasingly develop online services, is there an equity benefit to having these services available online? Examining case studies and data from partner California institutions, this presentation...
Supporting Families, Empowering Students: Digital Solutions For Pre-College Programs
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Description Overview: TRIO programs like GEAR UP, Talent Search, and Upward Bound face a common challenge: keeping families and students consistently engaged throughout the pre-college journey. Institutions often need help...
Friday 5 Live! From Learning To Leading: Higher Ed Professionals On Applying AI Micro-Credentials In Their Roles
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Overview: Join a panel of higher education professionals as they discuss their journey from completing a micro-credential on AI to implementing it in their day-to-day roles. Hear firsthand how this...
Creating An Online Faculty Orientation & Customized Learning Paths
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Description Overview: How can we support part-time and full-time faculty development in a streamlined, budget-conscious manner? Join us for our upcoming webinar to learn how to effectively plan and scale...
Supporting First-Generation Students: Innovative Virtual Resources For Success
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Description Overview: Join us as Lee Williams shares strategies to support First-Generation students! By developing virtual resources, Lee has created an engaging online hub that empowers First-Generation students to enhance...
Friday 5 Live! Leveraging AI For Institutional Success: A Guide For College Administrators
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Overview: Unlock the potential of generative AI to transform your administrative operations in this insightful panel discussion. This session will showcase how AI is revolutionizing decision-making, streamlining workflows, and optimizing...
10 Habits Of Mind For College Success: Cultivating Social-Emotional & Executive Functioning Skills
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Description Overview: Researchers argue that self-regulation, intertwined with social-emotional learning (SEL), is at the heart of college success. Unfortunately, many undergraduates enter post-secondary institutions without having mastered the executive functioning...
Friday 5 Live! Compassionate Pedagogy In Higher Education: Dr. Cate Denial's Practical Strategies
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Overview: Join us as Dr. Cate Denial, author of A Pedagogy of Kindness, shares her journey and offers practical advice on implementing compassionate pedagogy. In her recent work, Cate argues...
Scaling Professional Development: How The CT State System Created Online Training To Drive Educational Outcomes
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Description Overview: With twelve campuses, CT State faced challenges in ensuring consistent, accessible, and trackable training for all staff. In partnership with Innovative Educators, CT State developed a flexible program...
Friday 5 Live! Reflecting On 20 Years of EdTech: Innovation & Leadership With Innovative Educators
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Overview: Twenty years ago, two visionary women in community college administration, Erin Hoag and Valerie Kisiel, recognized the potential for online professional development to transform higher education. Their shared passion...
First-Generation Students: How To Develop An FYE Course Based On Their Feedback
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Description Overview: What do first-generation college students say about their first year and how can we use that information to design support where they need it most? First-generation students struggle...
Save Time & Enhance Productivity: The Case For Online Employee Orientation
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Description Overview: Join us for an exclusive webinar about how Innovative Educators partnered with P & P Home Services to improve their employee orientation experience. Discover how our customizable online...
Top Safety Tips For A Secure Back-to-School Transition
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Description Overview: Join Charlie Taylor, Brian Van Brunt and Brian Heider as they share practical safety advice as students return to school in the College and K-12 environments. As emergency...
Friday 5 Live! Revolutionizing Education: The Power Of 7-Week Courses
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Overview: Curious about how a shift to a 7-week course format skyrocketed student success rates? Join us as Bobbie Meyer, Department Head of Sciences at Chattanooga State Community College shares...
A Multi-Dimensional Peer Mentoring Model For At-Promise Students
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Description Overview: Join us for an enlightening discussion on "A Multi-dimensional Peer Mentoring Model for At-Promise Students," a groundbreaking approach developed within the Thompson Scholars Learning Community (TSLC). This webinar...
Are Your Students AI Ready? Essential AI Literacy Tools For Academic Integrity & Success
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Description Overview: In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, AI literacy is no longer just advantageous—it's essential. Reports indicate that over 60% of new jobs require basic AI skills, yet less...
Friday 5 Live! Educate & Empathize: Embracing Trauma-Informed Practices In Higher Education
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Overview: How can trauma-informed care shape campus communities and positively impact student success outcomes? Join us as Dr. Emily Bauer shares practical strategies, based on her rich background in college...
Maximizing Micro-Credentialing: Integrating Theory & Practice For Campus Leadership Development
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Description Overview: Looking to enhance faculty and staff development with microcredentials? In a recent webinar, we explored how Pitt Community College successfully implemented a supervisory leadership microcredential program, increasing engagement...
Enhancing Accreditation Success Through Tailored Online Orientation & Support Modules For Diverse Learners
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Description Overview: This webinar will showcase how Davidson-Davie Community College (DDCC) has innovatively coordinated and tailored orientation programs to meet the specific needs of various student populations, effectively contributing to...
Friday 5 Live! Beyond The Books: Navigating Basic Needs Insecurity In Higher Education
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Overview: What exactly is basic needs insecurity, and why must it be addressed in our colleges and universities? Join us as we talk with Amanda Key, the inaugural Director of...
Enhancing The Transfer Student Experience: The Critical Role Of Faculty For Improved Outcomes
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Description Overview: Unlock the power of faculty engagement to transform the journey of transfer students. Recent studies highlight how connections with faculty at their original and new institutions lead to...
5 Steps To Digital Fluency: Supporting & Preparing Online Learners
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Description Overview: Discover how two institutions, Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) and Merced College, leverage an online learning platform to empower their students. Lindsey Barclay discusses "eLearning Smart Start," a...
Adulting 101: Creating A Life Skills Challenge For College Students
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Description Overview: While college primarily emphasizes academic growth, many students find themselves unprepared for the real-world challenges of 'adulting' they face outside the classroom. Students crave these life hacks—it's not...
From Recruitment To Retention: 10 Trends In First-Year Programs
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Description Overview: Join us as we delve into the evolving landscape of First-Year Experience (FYE) programs. This webinar will cover the top ten trends shaping FYE, from fostering a sense...
Friday 5 Live! Motivation Myths: Rethinking Strategies For Student Success
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Overview: Struggling to help motivate students or help them understand the concept of motivation? Join our conversation with student success experts Dr. Amy Baldwin and Dr. Laurie Hazard as we...
5 Trends In Online Orientation For 2024
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Description Overview: In response to the pressing challenge of evolving online orientation programs, this webinar merges insights from the 2023 Student Voice survey by Inside Higher Ed and College Pulse...
Advancing Athletic Programs With AI: A Short Guide For Coaches & Administrators
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Description Overview: In this short webinar, discover how ChatGPT, a generative artificial intelligence technology, can be a game-changer in the world of athletics. This session is designed for coaches and...
Friday 5 Live! The Secret Classroom: Breaking Down The Hidden Curriculum In Higher Ed
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Overview: We are excited to welcome back Dr. La’Tonya “LT” Rease Miles to Friday 5 Live as we examine the hidden curriculum in higher education. Join us as we explore...
Exploring AI In Instructional Design: 5 Essential Strategies
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Description Overview: This session delves into the integration of artificial intelligence in instructional design, offering five practical strategies to enhance your design approach. It's an interactive session where participants learn how...
Friday 5 Live! Engagement From Day One: Shaping The Higher Education Journey
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Overview: This year in our podcast series we want to explore the idea of engagement - how do we create opportunities for our students that are so meaningful they cannot...
Empowering Underserved Students: 3 Steps To Building Financial Literacy
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Description Overview: Many college graduates today are beginning their professional journeys with the significant challenge of managing student loan debt, averaging around $30,000. This financial burden is particularly acute for...
Cultivating Executive Functioning Skills: Self-Regulatory Behaviors To Achieve College Success
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Description Overview: Join our insightful webinar designed for faculty and staff to enhance understanding and strategies to support student mental health and academic success. In this educational training, discover the...
5 Tips For Online Recruitment, Orientation & Retention Of Transfer Students
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Description Overview: Earlier this month, the US Department of Education hosted a first-ever summit on improving college transfer and released new data highlighting best practices by institutions that are seeing...
Elevating Education Through The Art Of Storytelling & Authenticity
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Description Overview: Authentic engagement with our students can spark transformative conversations and deeper comprehension. Introducing learners to individuals who share their authentic experiences can have a profound, sometimes global impact.We've...
Mini Session: Creating Effective Communications For The Online Classroom With ChatGPT
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Description Overview: Effective communication is key in the academic realm, particularly in the online classroom. This interactive sandbox session focuses on leveraging ChatGPT to draft clear, concise, and engaging announcements...
Mini Session: Writing Quiz & Test Questions With ChatGPT
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Description Overview: Ever wondered how AI can assist in the creation of robust and effective assessment tools? In this interactive sandbox session, attendees will be introduced to the art of...
Mini Session: Facilitating Better Online Discussions With ChatGPT
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Description Overview: In this interactive sandbox session, participants will dive deep into the potential of ChatGPT as a tool to enhance online discussions. Explore how ChatGPT can prompt engaging conversation...
Beyond Traditional Tutoring: How Online Innovations Are Elevating Student Engagement
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Description Overview: Institutions are actively working towards becoming student-ready by equipping learners with tailored resources. The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) stands out with its innovative approach to tutoring services,...