The Teaching and Learning Transformation Hub at the Community College of Aurora is your central space for advancing effective, inclusive, and innovative teaching. This LibGuide connects you with tools, research, and community to support your growth as an educator and to promote student success.
We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, reflection, and innovation. Whether you’re enhancing your course design, exploring new teaching approaches, or connecting with faculty peers, the Hub is here to support your professional journey.
Featuring Guest Speaker: Dr. David A. Rettinger
Friday, November 7 | Conference-Style PD Day | Hosted on Zoom
Register now for the Practical Teaching Academic Professional Development Summit
Join us for an inspiring professional development day celebrating first-generation students and the faculty who champion their success. The day kicks off with a keynote from Dr. David Rettinger, co-author of The Opposite of Cheating, followed by interactive sessions that explore integrity, innovation, and inclusive learning in the age of AI.
You’ll walk away with practical classroom strategies, fresh perspectives on assessment, and actionable ideas to empower first-generation learners.
| 🕒 Time | 📚 Session Title | 🎤 Description |
|---|---|---|
| 10 AM – 10:45 AM | Keynote: The Opposite of Cheating | Dr. Rettinger reimagines academic integrity in the GenAI era—shifting from a culture of suspicion to one of trust, growth, and authentic learning. |
| 11 AM – 12:15 PM | Workshop: Strategies for Academic Integrity in the Digital Age | Apply integrity-based approaches and design assessments that encourage original work and deeper engagement. |
| 1 PM – 2:15 PM | Students Speak: Insights on Teaching and Learning | Hear directly from CCA students about what makes teaching impactful, inclusive, and relevant to their goals. |
| 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM | Relevant and Responsive: Strategies for Today’s Learners | Close the day with adaptable strategies that engage diverse learners, support their goals, and promote professionalism as a key student outcome. |
This PD Day is designed for faculty and instructors—beginning, intermediate, and advanced—across all disciplines, but is open to all CCA community members.
Register now for the Practical Teaching Academic Professional Development Summit
AI in Higher Education Mini-Workshop
October 1-30 | Work at Your Own Pace
This workshop introduces faculty to the emerging role of generative AI in higher education. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of AI, explore practical classroom applications, and consider strategies for encouraging or discouraging AI use among students.
Through a mix of guided practice and interactive activities, faculty will have opportunities to experiment with AI tools, reflect on the implications for their own disciplines, and discuss approaches to common challenges such as plagiarism, academic dishonesty, and responsible integration of new technologies. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with easy-to-use strategies, example prompts, and a clearer perspective on how to shape student learning experiences in an AI-driven academic environment.
This mini-workshop is appropriate for beginner-level AI users and is useful in all disciplines.
Join us on November 12 from 3:00–4:30 p.m. for an interactive webinar introducing Riipen and BoodleBox, two innovative tools we’re rolling out at CCA. Learn how Riipen connects students with real employers through project-based learning, and how BoodleBox brings AI-powered collaboration and innovation into the classroom. Discover practical ways to integrate both platforms into your teaching and prepare students for success in an evolving, technology-driven world.
Register Here for Fall Semester Professional Development Events
November 1 - 30 | Asynchronous online | Relevant to all disciplines
Beginner - Intermediate Educators
This mini-workshop focuses on aligning student learning outcomes, learning activities, and assessments to promote equitable, insightful assessment practices that promote learning and development.
Academic professional development workshops are typically not compensated with a stipend. For instructors, participation in academic professional development workshops may count toward instructor pay advancement. For faculty members, participation may count toward institutional service. We encourage you to chat with your department chair to explore how these benefits apply to you. We can't wait to see you there and grow together!
In rare cases, a stipend may be available for mandatory training and workshops or for grant-supported professional development. If a stipend is available, we'll provide an explicit statement indicating the amount of the stipend and what you'll need to do to receive it. The Hub's PD calendar flags professional development opportunities that are compensated with a green dollar sign.
If you have any questions about our professional development opportunities or this compensation policy, please don't hesitate to reach out to The Hub at TheHub.CCA@ccaurora.edu. We're always happy to help you navigate your professional development journey at CCA.
