October 2024
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Sat 5Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge (Oct 1-31)Feedback from the Every Day in May Health Challenge indicated a desire for more initiatives that would motivate the university community to focus on embedding healthy habits into their day and do so in a team format. In response, the Healthy Workplace Committee is excited to launch Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge! Together, our goal will be to travel across Canada with prizes for individuals and teams. IndividualsUse the Move over October Registration Link to register as an individual for the challenge by Friday, September 27, 2024.TeamTeam Captains, please visit the Move over October Registration Link to sign-up your team by Friday, September 27, 2024.For more detailed information regarding this event, please visit the Events, initiatives and training page or contact wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca - Mon 7 –
Sat 12Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge (Oct 1-31)Feedback from the Every Day in May Health Challenge indicated a desire for more initiatives that would motivate the university community to focus on embedding healthy habits into their day and do so in a team format. In response, the Healthy Workplace Committee is excited to launch Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge! Together, our goal will be to travel across Canada with prizes for individuals and teams. IndividualsUse the Move over October Registration Link to register as an individual for the challenge by Friday, September 27, 2024.TeamTeam Captains, please visit the Move over October Registration Link to sign-up your team by Friday, September 27, 2024.For more detailed information regarding this event, please visit the Events, initiatives and training page or contact wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca - Tue 81:00 PMEmployee Assistance Program Live Orientation - EmployeesFeel free to attend the EAP Live Orientation whether you are new to Ontario Tech or wanting to refresh your knowledge of the supports and services available through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Program. Virtual orientation sessions for employees will be held live on Zoom. Select the date within the Orientation Flyer that you would like to attend to register.For more information or questions, reach out to the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca
- Wed 98:30 AMMental Health First Aid TrainingThe only international mental health training program that is being delivered in 25+ countries around the world. Participants will learn how to support someone who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. A certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada is provided upon completion.*Participants are required to complete a ~2-Hour online self-directed learning module prior to attending the October 9th virtual training day. To facilitate access to this course, please register by September 20th.To register, please see the Mental Health First Aid Training Form.
- Thu 1011:00 AMPresenting with Purpose: Delivering Engaging PresentationsAre you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series!Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionAn effective presentation is not only about your content - how you utilize and deliver it can make all the difference. This workshop will explore practical methods to gain and maintain the attention of your audience as you present, both in person and online.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.
- Thu 101:00 PMDemocratizing the Syllabus with Open Educational PracticesAre you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series!Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionThere is more to Open Education than free textbooks! In this workshop, we will examine innovative classroom approaches that leverage open educational resources, and explore collaborative teaching methods as means to enhance learning experiences.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.
- Thu 101:00 PMEmployee Assistance Program Live Orientation - EmployeesFeel free to attend the EAP Live Orientation whether you are new to Ontario Tech or wanting to refresh your knowledge of the supports and services available through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Program. Virtual orientation sessions for employees will be held live on Zoom. Select the date within the Orientation Flyer that you would like to attend to register.For more information or questions, reach out to the Wellness at Work Team at wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca
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Sat 19Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge (Oct 1-31)Feedback from the Every Day in May Health Challenge indicated a desire for more initiatives that would motivate the university community to focus on embedding healthy habits into their day and do so in a team format. In response, the Healthy Workplace Committee is excited to launch Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge! Together, our goal will be to travel across Canada with prizes for individuals and teams. IndividualsUse the Move over October Registration Link to register as an individual for the challenge by Friday, September 27, 2024.TeamTeam Captains, please visit the Move over October Registration Link to sign-up your team by Friday, September 27, 2024.For more detailed information regarding this event, please visit the Events, initiatives and training page or contact wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca - Mon 1412:00 AMThanksgivingThanksgiving Statutory Holiday
- Wed 1612:00 AMPumpkin Carving Contest – Pumpkin Request Due DateAre you up for some friendly, potentially spooky, competition? Join Ontario Tech’s Pumpkin Carving Contest!To request for a pumpkin, please have a colleague from your group fill out the Pumpkin Carving Contest - Pumpkin Request eForm by Wednesday, October 16.The Wellness at Work team will connect with you to arrange pick-up/delivery to your location:North Campus: Thursday, October 17Downtown Campus: Monday, October 21
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Sat 26Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge (Oct 1-31)Feedback from the Every Day in May Health Challenge indicated a desire for more initiatives that would motivate the university community to focus on embedding healthy habits into their day and do so in a team format. In response, the Healthy Workplace Committee is excited to launch Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge! Together, our goal will be to travel across Canada with prizes for individuals and teams. IndividualsUse the Move over October Registration Link to register as an individual for the challenge by Friday, September 27, 2024.TeamTeam Captains, please visit the Move over October Registration Link to sign-up your team by Friday, September 27, 2024.For more detailed information regarding this event, please visit the Events, initiatives and training page or contact wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca - Tue 2211:00 AMCopyright and Creative Commons LicensingAre you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionOpen educational resources (OER) may be free, but free resources may not necessarily be open! In this workshop, participants will explore basic concepts of copyright in an educational context, including the rights, limitations, and implications of using and creating educational materials.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.
- Thu 241:00 PMAssessing Authentically: Alternatives to Traditional AssessmentsAre you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionAssessment is an integral component of the learning process, and it should reflect the complexity and diversity of students' skills and knowledge. This workshop will explore a range of assessment strategies that go traditional exams, allowing you to assess student learning in more authentic and meaningful ways.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.
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Fri 1Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge (Oct 1-31)Feedback from the Every Day in May Health Challenge indicated a desire for more initiatives that would motivate the university community to focus on embedding healthy habits into their day and do so in a team format. In response, the Healthy Workplace Committee is excited to launch Move over October: Physical Activity Challenge! Together, our goal will be to travel across Canada with prizes for individuals and teams. IndividualsUse the Move over October Registration Link to register as an individual for the challenge by Friday, September 27, 2024.TeamTeam Captains, please visit the Move over October Registration Link to sign-up your team by Friday, September 27, 2024.For more detailed information regarding this event, please visit the Events, initiatives and training page or contact wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca - Wed 301:00 PMBackward Design: Aligning Outcomes, Assessment, and InstructionAre you looking to enhance your teaching practice for the new semester? Join the Teaching and Learning Centre for our Fall workshop series! Register today to reserve your place!Workshop DescriptionBackward design is a learner-centered design model that starts with the end in mind. In this session, we will discuss the importance of and means to ensure alignment of learning outcomes, assessment, and instruction.Who Should Attend?While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.