The Cowbell
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Discussion Checkpoints Arrive in Canvas!
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On November 13, 2025, the “Discussion Checkpoints” feature in Canvas will be enabled at UW-Green Bay. This long-requested feature allows instructors to assign two due dates for a discussion: a date for when initial replies to the topic are due, and a date for when additional replies (e.g., replies to peers) are due. Students will…
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Peer Observation Process
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Defining Peer Observation – What Is It and What Are the Benefits? Peer observation is a collaborative process where educational professionals receive formative feedback from a peer on their teaching. This approach is guided by goals established between the observer and the instructor observee. The observer reviews resources for the course, watches a live class…
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Register for the 2026 Instructional Development Institute (Jan. 6, 2026)
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Welcome to the UW-Green Bay Instructional Development Institute (IDI) registration and information page! For quick access to conference details, use the table of contents below: Conference Overview & Theme Moving from Access to Connection The IDI will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, and is hosted by the Center for the Advancement of Teaching…
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Apply to Present at the 2026 Instructional Development Institute (Applications Due Monday, Nov. 10)
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Welcome to the UW-Green Bay Instructional Develop Institute (IDI) Call for Proposals Page! Theme: Moving from Access to Connection At UW-Green Bay our mission begins with access, but it doesn’t end there. This year’s Instructional Development Institute (IDI) invites participants to explore how fostering authentic connections can deepen student engagement across all modalities and promote…