On Friday, June 18, 2021, instructors from across the globe attended SHSU Online’s premier, one-day faculty development event. The Texas State University System Faculty Development Day for Digital Education was a tremendous success by multiple measures. Attendees were able to virtually attend multiple sessions on topics that were timely and applicable. #TSUSDev participants were able to connect with fellow instructors, Ed Tech leaders, and instructional designers from the comfort of their own office or home-office.
Featuring presentations from Sam Houston State University, Sul Ross State University, Lamar Institute of Technology, and more, #TSUSDev included multiple sessions for instructors focused on best practices and methodologies for teaching web-enhanced, blended, and online courses.
Take a look at the following breakdown of the event’s vital statistics:
By the Numbers:
- 322 Registered, from
- 35 Institutions, attending
- 13 Sessions
Session Attendance:
|
Session Title |
Attendees |
|
Managing Larger Enrollments in Hybrid & Online Courses |
82 |
|
The Blackboard Retention Center – Blackboard’s Early Warning System |
73 |
|
In Praise of the Blackboard Organization Site (Pre-Recorded) |
28 |
|
Getting More Out of Your Blackboard Quiz/Exam |
79 |
|
Hybrid and Online Teaching Practices for Biology Instructors (Pre-Recorded) |
20 |
|
Engaging Students In Large(r) Hybrid and Online Courses |
85 |
|
The Immunization Partnership Presents – Immunization University |
47 |
|
Effective Assessment in the Hybrid/Online Environment |
79 |
|
Engaging Students During Online Meetings |
77 |
|
Hybrid and Online Teaching Practices for Math Instructors (Pre-Recorded) |
18 |
|
Making Groupwork Work |
68 |
|
Fostering Academic Integrity in Hybrid/Online Courses (Pre-Recorded) |
23 |
|
Blackboard Gradebook Tips & Tricks |
65 |
Satisfaction Survey Results:
100% of respondents learned a new technique/technology that they would apply to their courses.
100% of respondents were satisfied with the FDD speakers.
99% of respondents liked the virtual event platform
Survey Comments:
“I liked learning about Blackboard.”
“Very helpful and informative…”
“This was a great opportunity today. Sometimes it was hard to choose with breakout to attend. So glad these were recorded.”
“Very enjoyable conference. A lot of good information…”
SHSU Online wishes to thank all the attendees, presenters, university and System leaders, and everyone who had a hand in making the TSUS Faculty Development Day for Education a successful event. We look forward to our next one!