Staying Connected as a Community of Learners
Spring is in the books now, and summer begins. As we continue in this world of remote living and working, it's important to keep connected and engaged in our craft. Here are several opportunities to engage both locally and nationally, as well as some thoughtful articles you might find interesting.
Resilience and Hope
The ongoing disruption of higher education has provoked significant anxiety in students and faculty. As we anticipate the implications of the “new normal” for the fall semester, how can we be thinking about the intersections of learning, well-being, and resilience?

Hosted by AAC&U on Friday May 15 2-3 pm

The Future of the Faculty
The Covid pandemic has changed the professoriate. This virtual forum will speculate on what faculty life, work, and careers will be like in 2021.

Hosted by the Chronicle for Higher Education on Friday May 15 2 - 3 pm

Effective Online Discussions
Some great resources and webinar on supporting online discussions and conversations. In addition to insightful video, rubrics, reflection activities, and feedback ideas provided!

Interesting Reads
Group projects might seem more daunting in an online format, but instructors say they've found ways to foster collaboration and avoid logistical roadblocks.[insidehighered.com]
As colleges move from coping to planning for the fall and beyond, they should be guided by a consistent, mission-aligned framework, writes Robin DeRosa. [insidehighered.com]
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CITL on Teams This Summer
This summer join CITL on Microsoft Teams from 4-5 pm on Mondays. Ask questions, share successes and challenges, and connect with your colleagues. Bring your own coffee and stay in touch.