Schedule

Session 4 Schedule
Title   Session Description Target Audience 
Is It Time To Get Your Doctorate? This session is designed to demystify the pursuit of a doctoral degree by providing participants with a clear understanding of the process and expectations involved. Through guided discussion and an interactive group handout, participants will explore their interests, motivations, and potential dissertation topic ideas. Participants will share insights and reflect collaboratively, gaining practical clarity and confidence about next steps in the doctoral journey. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Simple Ways to Improve D2L Course Accessibility  This session introduces participants to accessibility checkers available in D2L and commonly used instructional tools that support accessible course content. Through guided, hands-on activities, participants will work directly in their D2L courses, Simple Syllabus, Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, and PDFs to identify and address accessibility issues. Participants will leave with practical strategies and improved materials to support compliance with federal accessibility requirements and inclusive teaching practices. Faculty/Adjuncts
How to Monetize Your Professional Experience 2.0 The purpose of this session is to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively leverage AI and digital platforms. Participants will learn how to transform their accumulated education, experience, and expertise into scalable digital products that generate sustainable passive income. The engagement activity will provide a strategy to identify the monetizable asset and create the digital product. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Procurement Department 101 This session introduces faculty and staff to the College’s procurement processes, including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier registration, and the P-Card/T-Card program. The workshop provides a high-level, 101-level overview for those new to the College or seeking a refresher. Detailed slides and a resource link will be provided for participants to access reference materials and tools for future use. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS)
Ctrl+Alt+De-Stress:
A Mindful Reboot for Educators		 Participants will explore practical mindfulness tools to pause, breathe, and reboot their energy so they can return to work refreshed, focused, and calm. Through interactive discussions, guided breathing exercises, and short reflective activities, participants will experience how even brief moments of mindfulness can improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance emotional resilience. They will leave with simple, research-based strategies to enhance all aspects of their lives. Faculty/Adjuncts
AI for Every Learner:
BC's Bold Approach		 As artificial intelligence reshapes the workforce, higher education must ensure that all learners develop essential AI literacy skills. This interactive workshop introduces Broward College’s AI for Every Learner initiative, which is designed to embed AI literacy into blended and online courses in support of student learning and career readiness. Participants will explore external examples and practical approaches for integrating AI literacy into course design and instruction. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Project ACCESS:
Becoming the Best You Through Tech		 This session showcases experiential learning activities (ELAs) supported by Project ACCESS across disciplines including science, art, engineering, and computer science. Through fully hands-on demonstrations using 3D printers, LEGO SPIKE kits, Arduino activities, and XR technologies, participants will actively engage with a range of experiential tools. Participants will leave with practical ideas and confidence to incorporate hands-on ELAs into their own classrooms. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Making College More Accessible for All Students:
Little Changes for Big Payoff		 This workshop introduces practical, evidence-based instructional adjustments designed to better support neurodiverse students and learners with neurological, emotional, or physical disabilities. By focusing on small, intentional changes to pedagogical and academic practices, participants will explore strategies that make learning more accessible and welcoming. Emphasizing approaches shown by research to be effective and feasible, the session supports changes that are more likely to be implemented in everyday teaching practice. Faculty/Adjuncts
Positioned and Empowered to Advance This interactive professional development session equips Broward College employees with practical tools to advance within the organization. Participants will revisit essential career-readiness skills—crafting impactful résumés, developing confident elevator pitches, and sharpening interview strategies to communicate value and readiness for growth. Through guided discussion, questions and reflection, attendees will be empowered to thrive.  Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
UFF-BC Chapter Discussion of the CBA This session provides an overview of the UFF–BC Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and creates space for full-time faculty to ask questions and engage in open discussion. Through guided conversation, the session will clarify key provisions and address common misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the agreement. Faculty will leave with a clearer understanding of the CBA and how it applies to their roles and responsibilities. Faculty/Adjuncts
Getting Started with Curio XR This session explores how Curio XR can enhance teaching through immersive, interactive learning experiences. Participants will engage with Curio firsthand, collaborate on instructional planning, and leave with practical strategies, curated resources, and a starter lesson template for integrating XR into their courses. Faculty/Adjuncts
Understanding Your Defined Pension  Led by a certified public pension trustee and fiduciary serving on the Dania Beach Police and Fire Pension Board, this session will examine how pension funding works, what it means for a pension to be fully funded, and how current salaries impact future retirement benefits. Participants will gain insight into the training, credentials, and ongoing education required of pension trustees and engage in discussion on the importance of collective advocacy for wage increases that keep pace with or exceed inflation. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Think Before You Click:
Cyber Safety at Work and Home		 This session equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to common cyber threats encountered both at the College and in everyday life. Through guided instruction, participants will explore techniques for identifying phishing attempts, protecting accounts, detecting social engineering tactics, practicing safe online computing, and safeguarding data. The session aims to strengthen individual cybersecurity awareness while enhancing the College’s overall resilience to evolving cyber threats. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Designing Learning Experiences that Last a Lifetime This session explores how Broward College courses support the development of durable skills such as critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration. Through brief examples and interactive activities, participants will reflect on how their current assignments and assessments already foster these skills and identify opportunities to make them more explicit. Faculty and student perspectives will be shared to highlight effective practices, and participants will leave with practical ideas for strengthening durable skill development in their courses. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Digital Docs for All:
Unlocking Accessibility		 This session will provide a practical, in-depth exploration of digital accessibility remediation across three of the most used document formats: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF. Participants will engage in a guided, hands-on experience to identify and correct accessibility barriers, gaining the skills necessary to create digital content that meets accessibility standards. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Navigating Simulation Toward Academic Success This session empowers educators to strengthen teaching effectiveness, innovation, and academic excellence through the use of effective debriefing and assessment strategies. Participants will explore practical approaches that promote critical thinking and meaningful learner reflection. Through examples and guided discussion, attendees will consider how these strategies can be integrated into their own courses to deepen learning. Faculty/Adjuncts,Administrators
The Power of a Pause This workshop engages participants in a discussion about how to take effective breaks that support sustained productivity and reduce burnout. Through guided questions and brief interactive activities, participants will explore different rest strategies and examine how intentional breaks can improve focus, energy, and overall effectiveness throughout the day. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Microsoft Teams/One Drive Best Practices This workshop introduces participants to using Microsoft Teams and OneDrive to enhance productivity and collaboration. Participants will explore how to create and manage teams and channels, navigate public and private spaces, and use built-in tools such as Planner, Polls, and Forms to support communication and workflow. The session also covers OneDrive fundamentals, including secure file storage, sharing, access management, and real-time collaboration, providing practical strategies for working efficiently with others. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Empowering Staff Through Technology Services  This introductory session highlights how Technology Services supports teaching, learning, and innovation across the College. Participants will gain an overview of the Technology Services team, key service areas, and the tools and resources available to support instructional, operational, and event-related needs. The session will also introduce the BC App Store, the Technology Support Center, and the helpdesk ticketing system, providing practical guidance on how to access support and services efficiently. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to connect with Technology Services and leverage available resources. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Beyond the Bullet Point:
Designing Slides That Engage		 This session examines how slide presentations can be used more effectively to support student engagement and learning. Rather than relying primarily on text, participants will explore how slides function best as a visual medium that complements spoken instruction. Through practical examples and design principles, the session highlights ways to create slides that provide meaningful visual context, giving students something worth looking at and supporting attention in screen-rich learning environments. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Empowering Teaching and Learning Thru Brightspace Led by a D2L Brightspace representative, this hands-on session explores practical ways to enhance teaching and learning using Brightspace. Participants will examine tools and strategies that support instructional effectiveness, efficient course management, and increased student engagement and retention. Through guided discussion and collaborative activities, participants will reflect on current practices, experiment with new approaches, and leave with actionable strategies and adaptable templates for using Brightspace more intentionally. Faculty/Adjuncts
Process Improvement for Everyday Life This session introduces participants to practical process improvement tools and explores how they can be applied beyond the workplace to everyday life. Participants will examine concepts such as root cause analysis, visual management, and continuous improvement through relatable examples including time management, household organization, and communication. Through interactive discussion, hands-on activities, and small-group collaboration, participants will apply these tools to real-life scenarios and leave with simple, sustainable strategies to reduce stress and improve productivity. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Brand in Action:
Marketing, Creative, & PR at BC		 This session provides an overview of how Broward College’s Marketing, Creative Services, and Public Relations teams work together to support the BC brand. Participants will explore how marketing, creative, and PR strategies build awareness, support enrollment, and strengthen the College’s reputation. The session also introduces available resources, including how to request marketing support, access branded materials, and use tools within the Public Relations and Marketing Connect site, equipping participants to represent the BC brand consistently and effectively. Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Classroom Technology Best Practices This session supports faculty and staff in effectively using classroom technologies to enhance instruction, student engagement, and daily workflows. Participants will explore how to set up digital classrooms, manage displays, and access support services through guided demonstrations and practical examples. The session addresses standard, enhanced, and Hi-Flex spaces, equipping participants with best practices for maximizing available classroom technology. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Mission Possible:
Unlocking Everyday Excellence 		 This session invites participants to explore how everyday actions can contribute to personal and professional excellence. Using a playful, mission-based format, participants will engage in creative activities that promote reflection, teamwork, and practical strategies for strengthening habits that support academic and workplace success. Faculty/Adjuncts,Professional Technical Staff (PTS),Administrators
Designing and Facilitating Faculty-Led Study Abroad Experiences This session is designed for full-time and part-time faculty interested in leading a study abroad travel program during spring break or the summer term to destinations designated by the U.S. State Department as Level One or Level Two. Participants will explore Broward College policies and procedures related to international travel and study abroad, with a focus on designing travel programs that enhance existing BC courses. Faculty will also learn about proposal requirements, including the expectation that submissions are developed collaboratively by two faculty members with a minimum of two years of experience at Broward College. Faculty/Adjuncts

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