Are you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestEach day, a stepstool in the UCF Libraries goes unnoticed. Now, by spending just a fraction of your time, you can Foster-A-Stepstool and give one of our well-used library stepstools a fresh start in the new year! Take one home, clean it, paint it in your own style, and return it to lift future researchers up for years to come. This hands-on …
TestBring a current assignment and leave with a reimagined version that showcases what students know and how they think. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll test the assignment instructions with generative AI, identify the student thinking and “human signature” the activity should reveal, and revise one element to make that contribution more visible. In this workshop, you'll learn to: Analyze what …
TestThis 1-hour webinar is designed for people who have already attended a "Supercharge" session or for people who have used AI but would like additional guidance on how to write an effective prompt to maximize its potential in their work. We will review the elements of AI Fluency and data security and focus on different prompt engineering techniques people can …
TestExceptional online teaching deserves to be recognized. This workshop will help faculty move beyond describing what they do to showcasing the impact of their teaching in award submissions. Hear from award committee members and past recipients about crafting a compelling instructor narrative and using evidence of student engagement, learning, and student feedback to strengthen your teaching story. In this workshop, …
TestFor many of us, it’s easy to get caught up in work. We sit for eight to ten hours staring at the same screen, hardly stopping for food or water, and spend our weekends catching up on emails instead of spending time with friends or family. However, this can put us on the path to burnout! Presented by UCF's Employee …
TestPresented by The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ) editors, this workshop will review the basic strategies to synthesize your research for publication. Students who are already involved with a research project will benefit the most from this workshop. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestThis interactive session will guide UCF faculty and staff through the process of designing effective non-academic courses, known as Special Programs, using the ADDIE instructional design model. Participants will explore how to conduct a needs assessment, define clear goals, organize content, and create an engaging and accessible learning experience. They will also receive a ready-to-use Special Programs Course Model that …
TestMany of us have tried Generative AI (GenAI) like ChatGPT before, but what about using it in your “day job” at UCF? Where are the areas where GenAI can make us faster and more productive? We’ll briefly review what GenAI is and how it works, then address its advantages and weaknesses. We will also touch on effective prompt engineering before …
TestMindfulness can reduce stress and improve concentration, focus, health, efficiency and accuracy. In this workshop, participants will review the key principles of mindfulness, and be guided through real-life exercises that demonstrate its impact on many different stressors, challenges and situations.
TestPlug In Orlando! is a monthly, in-person event series held on the UCF main campus bringing together founders, researchers, public sector leaders, and industry partners working across smart cities, aerospace, deeptech, mobility, energy, enterprise & AI, real estate and construction, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability. Each monthly session focuses on a different topic and may include a feature guest speaker, a …
TestAcquire skills to write a strong abstract and to synthesize your research or creative work for a presentation. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestNew to Microsoft Clipchamp or curious about its latest features? In this step-by-step workshop, you’ll learn how to log in, organize your media, record new footage, and edit with confidence. We’ll also show you how to use Clipchamp’s built-in AI tools for captions and audio descriptions, ensuring your videos are polished, shareable, and accessible for all learners. In this workshop, …
TestAre you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestDiscover practical, evidence-based strategies that can enhance student engagement, accessibility, and success in online and hybrid courses. This interactive workshop explores small course design improvements that can create meaningful learning outcomes without requiring a complete redesign. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and a personalized plan to strengthen their teaching and support student success. In this workshop, you'll learn to: …
TestThe UCF Quality Course Review process has a new look—join us to learn what has changed and how to navigate it with confidence. We'll break down the review criteria, share practical tips for preparing your online or blended course, and explain the benefits of earning a Quality (Q) or High-Quality (HQ) designation. Whether you're planning to submit a course or …
TestThis workshop will introduce students to summer research funding opportunities and provide practical guidance on identifying programs, understanding application requirements, and developing competitive proposals. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestDiscover how Keller's ARCS Model of Motivational Design can strengthen student engagement in online courses. This workshop explores the four components—Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction—and demonstrates how they can be intentionally incorporated into Canvas modules. Participants will evaluate one of their own modules and identify practical, evidence-based strategies to improve student motivation and persistence.In this workshop, you'll learn to: explain …
TestIn this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to build Mastery Paths (MP) in Webcourses@UCF. MP enables you to deliver personalized learning experiences tailored to student performance, providing extra support where it’s needed most at zero cost to students. Backed by research and real classroom use, our facilitators will share how MP has improved student achievement and satisfaction. After this workshop, …
TestAre you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestThis workshop will introduce practical techniques for reading, organizing, and synthesizing academic literature. Learn how to identify key themes, compare findings across studies, and build a strong literature review that supports your research goals. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestLearn how to easily save a copy of your Webcourses@UCF course materials for safekeeping. This workshop walks through your export options, what content you can download, and tips for backing up important files so you have access when you need them. In this workshop, you'll learn to: review which course materials and student data aren’t included in a standard Webcourses@UCF …
TestLearn how Open Educational Resources (OER) and Open Pedagogy can reduce barriers to learning, improve access to course materials, and engage students in meaningful work that extends beyond the classroom. In this workshop, you'll learn to: define open education, open educational resources, and open pedagogy. identify online resources to locate OER to support their course learning objectives. consider how open …
TestAre you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
TestPlug In Orlando! is a monthly, in-person event series held on the UCF main campus bringing together founders, researchers, public sector leaders, and industry partners working across smart cities, aerospace, deeptech, mobility, energy, enterprise & AI, real estate and construction, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability. Each monthly session focuses on a different topic and may include a feature guest speaker, a …
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