Events and Workshops

ATS supports the campus in the application of technology resources available for teaching, learning, and working. Most workshops are virtual (synchronous) and will be recorded; in-person sessions will be indicated in the event notes. 

faculty

Find details and registration information on the linked pages:


Courses

Enrollment is open for these self-paced Canvas courses designed for CSULB faculty. Sign up anytime and go at your own pace to earn digital badges:  

Workshops:

Affordable Learning: Integrating OERs Into Your Curriculum
Friday, February 27  |  10-11am

Podcasting Made Easy with Adobe Podcast
Wednesday, March 4  |  10-11am or 2-3pm

Gradescope Basics
Friday, March 13 |  11am-12pm

Exploring Zero-Cost Course Materials with a CSULB Librarian
Wednesday, March 18 |  2-3pm 

Microsoft Word Accessibility
Monday, March 23 | 10-11:30

A Values-Driven Approach to AI Integration
Tuesday, March 24
10-11am or 2--3pm

PDF Accessibility 100
Wednesday, March 25 | 10-11:30

The Potential of Extended Reality in Education
Thursday, April 9  |  3-4pm

Flipped Learning Series
Part 1: Friday, April 10
9-10:30am or 1-2:30pm 

Zoom AI Companion
Friday, April 24  |  10-11am

You Can Do It with UDOIT! Canvas Accessibility
Tuesday, April 21  |  2-3pm

Flipped Learning Series
Part 2: Friday, April 24
9-10:30am or 1-2:30pm 

Beach Bytes Faculty Showcase
Wednesday, May 27  |  Starts @10am

3D Modeling @ISPACE 

  • March 5  |  12-1pm
  • March 19  |  1-2pm
  • April 16  |  12-1pm
  • April 30  |  1-2pm
  • May 14  |  12-1pm

adults in a classroom

Find details and registration information on the linked pages:


Workshops

Microsoft Word Accessibility
Monday, March 23 | 10-11:30

PDF Accessibility 100
Wednesday, March 25 | 10-11:30

Zoom AI Companion
Friday, April 17, 2026  |  10-11am

3D Modeling @ISPACE 

  • March 5  |  12-1pm
  • March 19  |  1-2pm
  • April 16  |  12-1pm
  • April 30  |  1-2pm
  • May 14  |  12-1pm

students at a table looking at devices

Find details and registration information on the linked pages:


Workshops

Personalized Learning with AI
Thursday, March 19  |  10-11am

3D Modeling @ISPACE 

  • March 5  |  12-1pm
  • March 19  |  1-2pm
  • April 16  |  12-1pm
  • April 30  |  1-2pm
  • May 14  |  12-1pm

Student Online Learning Success

Enroll in this non-credit "mini course" to get practical tips for using Canvas and digital tools on campus, and for staying motivated and managing time. 

Learn more >

Follow the links below to access the workshop recordings:

Accessibility

Accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Building Accessible Canvas Pages
Check Your Course VITALS
C.H.I.L.L.: Easy Ways to Enhance Digital Accessibility
Demystifying ADA Compliance
Make Your Canvas Course Accessible
Make Your Qualtrics Surveys Accessible
TidyUp Your Canvas Files
You Can Do It With UDOIT

Affordable Learning Solutions (AL$)

Exploring Zero-Cost Course Materials with a CSULB Librarian
Affordable Learning:  Integrating OERs into Your Curriculum
Reduce Learning Costs to Reduce Learning Gaps
Smart College Savings: Adopting OERs and Affordable Learning Solutions 

Artificial Intelligence

AI Crash Course: Tips, Tricks, and Assistants
AI Detection Tools & Strategies
AI Research: Student Perspectives
Crafting Effective AI Policies for Your Courses
Create Custom AI-Generated Visuals
Creating Your Own Custom AI Agent
Designing Transparent Assignments in the Age of AI
Identifying AI-Generated Text (without detection tools)
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence
Personalized Learning with AI
Real Talk: How Students are Using AI Today
The Challenge of Bias in AI
Take Your AI Skills to the Next Level (Student Workshop)
Turnitin AI Indicator: What You Need to Know
Turnitin and AI: Elevating Student Writing in the Digital Age
What's New with Turnitin AI?
Zoom AI Companion

Canvas

Advanced HTML Page Building in Canvas
Building Accessible Canvas Pages
Canvas Beginner Boot Camp
Canvas Gradebook and Speedgrader
Canvas Mobile App for Teachers
Canvas Navigation Basics​
Canvas Rubric Creation & Integration
Data for Teachers
Designing Your Migrated Course
Kaltura Video Quizzes
Leveraging Modules
Make Your Canvas Course Accessible
MATLAB Grader in Canvas
Student Engagement in Canvas
Unlocking the Power of New Quizzes
What's New in Canvas

iPad

Creating Annotated Course Resources with the iPad
Creating Digital Whiteboards in Freeform on the iPad
Creating Videos in iMovie on the iPad
Documenting Student Learning on the iPad
Getting Started with Podcasting on the iPad
Getting Started with Augmented Reality on the iPad
Scanning, Organizing, & Sending Files on the iPad

Online and Hyflex Course Design

Student Panel Discussion on Online Learning
Intro to Online Teaching and Learning
Online Course Design Best Practices
Online Instructional Techniques
Recognizing Common Challenges Facing Online Learners

Pedagogy and Student Engagement

Boosting Student Engagement & Understanding with Thinking Routines
Building Connections & Fostering a Positive Classroom Climate from Day One
Creating Engaging Instructional Videos On A Budget
Connected Educator: It Begins with Collaboration
Designing Engaging Microlectures
Engagement in Discussion
Engagement Framework for Online Learning
Getting Students Talking: Strategies to Spark Discussion in Class
Metacognitive Strategies for the College Classroom
Teaching Tips in 30: Mid-Semester Feedback
Teaching Tips in 30: Ending the Semester Well

Technology Tools and Applications

Adobe Express Yourself!
Boost Classroom Engagement with Perusall
Creating Engaging Learning Opportunities with Padlet
Engaging Learners with Padlet Sandbox
Gradescope for Grading Equity
Gradescope: Stories from the Classroom
Leveraging the ISPACE for Teaching & Learning
Poll Everywhere: What's New Spring 2025 
Qualtrics: Creating Reports
Qualtrics: Introduction to Survey Building
Qualtrics for Elections
Qualtrics for Students
Qualtrics: Make Your Surveys Accessible
Qualtrics Workflows and Survey Logic
Simplify Documentation with Scribe AI
 

Take advantage of ongoing webinars and online training offered by software companies on their products available at CSULB.

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camtasia logo

Record presentations, screencasts, or add audio, narration, and visual effects with Camtasia.

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gradescope logo

Grade your online or in-class assessments more easily with Gradescope.

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kaltura logo

Create your own videos, presentations, and podcasts within Canvas using Kaltura.

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microsoft teams

Create classroom meetings and student collaboration with Microsoft Teams.

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poll everywhere logo

Get instant feedback during virtual meetings and classes with Poll Everywhere.

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respondus

Virtually lock the web browser to prevent cheating during online exams with Respondus.

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snagit logo

Grab online content or record your computer screen and make quick edits with Snagit.

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Turnitin

Check for the originality of submitted student work to prevent plagiarism with Turnitin.

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zoom

Meet online for video or audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, and desktop with Zoom.

The CSU Chancellor's Online Course Services (OCS) offers free faculty programs and workshops throughout the year. Visit OCS Professional Development Courses for the full schedule and details.

*These professional development programs are also offered once a year at CSULB.

CSU Systemwide AI Workshops and Resources