Leveraging Technology II: Engaging Students Through Teaching Platforms

Wednesday, September 21 | 11 am - 12:30 pm

This follow-up workshop familiarizes new Teaching Assistants with Learning Technologies at their disposal, and ways they can leverage technology to enhance student engagement and learning.

Note: This event will be held online on Zoom.




Facilitators: Gabrielle Coombs and Eduardo Rebagliati




For KIN TAs only. For registration, contact katrina.waldhauser@ubc.ca

Assignments, Gradebook, and Speedgrader

Wednesday, September 21| 12pm - 1pm

In this workshop, we will take a deep dive into navigating, building, and grading assignments, group assignments and peer review on Canvas. It will include an exploration of the grade book and a review of the functionality of speedgrader. We will uncover the hidden quirks of using these tools, troubleshooting common and not-so-common problems, and answering all your questions regarding Canvas assignments.

Note: This event will be held online on Zoom. The session will be recorded and distributed to all registrants.




Facilitators: Naomi Sawai and Eduardo Rebagliati