Our traditional sessions are 50 minutes and offered mainly face-to-face with the option to join virtually. We cover a wide range of topics like using AI, mentorship and career development, how to handle classroom conflict, and more. Many sessions are facilitated by TLPDC staff, and we also partner with other faculty and departments to present innovative ideas and campus resources. Please note that while we do offer a virtual option, these are designed to be delivered face-to-face and do not follow best practices for a true synchronous format.
Please click on the session title to see the description and option to register.
- Sep3Wed
Transparent Assignment Design: How to Write Assignments that Help Students Understand What You Expect – (September 3, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 17
Perhaps the smallest and most important change teachers can make is to offer students an honest look at their rationale for what they require students to do. Transparent assignment design focuses on how and why students are learning course content in particular ways, and how this learning is relevant for all students. The goal is simple: to make learning processes explicit and equitably accessible for all students. In this workshop, we will consider a simple purpose-task-criteria framework that helps us engage with students before they undertake their work in our classes so that we come closer together in understanding the knowledge they will gain from completing the work and how they might use skills and knowledge in their lives during and beyond college, the tasks involved, and the expected criteria with which we will assess their work. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 216 712 539 974 6Passcode: E9Y7En3c - Sep4Thu
Navigating the Research Support Ecosystem at TTU – (September 4, 2025 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 150
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 150
Available Seats: 12
Whether you’re preparing your first grant proposal or managing a funded project, understanding Texas Tech’s research support network is key to success. This session will guide faculty and staff through the roles of the Research Development & Communication (RDC) team, the Office of Research Services (ORS), and departmental research liaisons by highlighting how these groups work together to provide comprehensive support from pre-award to post-award. We’ll explore when and how to use internal vs. external resources, how to streamline communication across offices, and practical strategies for making the most of TTU’s institutional support. Attendees will leave with a clearer picture of the research ecosystem and actionable steps to navigate it effectively. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 295 059 299 451
Passcode: rP3QB2re
- Sep9Tue
Artificial Intelligence, Academic Misconduct, and TTU Procedures – (September 9, 2025 09:30 AM – 10:20 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 4
In this session, the Office of Student Conduct will discuss Academic integrity issues specific to Artificial Intelligence. Our facilitators will discuss the process of determining how academic dishonesty can be identified and discuss how outcomes may be determined. Participants will learn about why Texas Tech does not advocate for the sole use of Artificial Intelligence detectors to determine whether a student has engaged in Academic Misconduct. By the end of the session, participants will have a better understanding of how to address instances of alleged academic dishonesty involving the unauthorized use of Artificial Intelligence software to complete course assignments.This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely: - Sep9Tue
New Faculty Training for IRB Process – (September 9, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 18
Meet the IRB Chair, Director, and HRPP Staff and hear our tips and tricks for submitting an IRB. The session will provide information on submitting IRBs to TTU, required human subject training, external collaborations, transferring IRBs, and international research. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 289 861 695 604 6Passcode: f4AJ3hh9 - Sep10Wed
Using Bloom’s Framework: Active Learning Strategies – (September 10, 2025 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC Room 153
Available Seats: 25
When course enrollments soar beyond 100, 200, even 300 students, it’s easy to assume that we should change our teaching to accommodate so many students. Unfortunately, this assumption often manifests into the so-called “Death by PowerPoint” model. So….is it possible to teach 300 students the same way that we teach 30 students? Practically speaking, large enrollments do present some logistical challenges, but in terms of actual instruction, the answer is YES! Join Dr. Ken Griffith, Director of the STEP Faculty & Student Partnerships to learn ways to manage logistical challenges yet make connections with students in large lecture courses to improve learning. Joining us, will be a panel of undergraduate Learning Assistants, who will offer a perspective on so-called “Active Learning” and explain how they both benefit and contribute to a student-centered learning model. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 298 972 924 226 9
Passcode: NB6Z2W6Q
- Sep16Tue
Raider Success Hub Fundamentals for Faculty – (September 16, 2025 09:30 AM – 10:20 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 33
Raider Success Hub (RSH) is Texas Tech’s centralized platform for supporting student success. In this training, faculty will learn basic navigation of the system, how to view student information, submit alerts, complete progress surveys, and more. Faculty play a critical role in student success, and this session will demonstrate how RSH makes it easier to offer timely support and connect students to the right resources at the right time. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 247 118 465 547 5Passcode: mM6jw75m - Sep17Wed
Resources for Teaching with the Texas Tech University Libraries – (September 17, 2025 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 144
Need resources for teaching but not sure what to do after choosing a textbook or assigning readings? Let the Texas Tech University Libraries help you find those next steps! Build reading lists that combine library resources, OER, and non-traditional sources with Course Reserves; look for ways to save you time and your students money with Open Educational Resources; and learn how both OER and course reserves can work together to prevent academic gatekeeping and increase classroom equity. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 262 738 197 859 7Passcode: Gi2ca2PX - Sep22Mon
Managing Student Communication Effectively – (September 22, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 29
Is managing your email making your life more difficult? Do you feel pressure to respond to student messages 24/7? Are you unsure how to handle some messages from students? In this workshop, we will discuss strategies for how to manage communications with students and how to make your inbox more friend than foe. We will discuss how better to streamline the task of responding to emails, how to make your inbox less distracting while ensuring you don’t miss important messages, and how to set and share boundaries to make sure you’re not constantly responding to emails instead of getting things done. We also will discuss how to manage emails so you can enjoy your time away from work. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 264 573 670 637 1Passcode: i7F2KS3k - Sep23Tue
What can I expect during my first years as a new faculty member? A Panel Discussion – (September 23, 2025 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 23
Join us for an interactive panel discussion about surviving your first years as a faculty member. The panelists have all joined Texas Tech faculty within the last few years and will share their experience from a variety of disciplines. They plan to discuss effective methods they’ve found for balancing research with teaching and service demands as well as offering tips for work life balance and suggestions for finding helpful resources. This is for instructors of all disciplines. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 295 068 559 971 3Passcode: 9Tg9An6N - Sep30Tue
Financial Conflict of Interest (FCOI) Disclosure and Mitigation Workshop – (September 30, 2025 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 35
FCOI Disclosure is due October 1st, 2025. This workshop will provide attendees with hands-on assistance with completing their FCOI Disclosure. Attendees are encouraged to bring any questions or concerns regarding FCOI Disclosure and Mitigation. We will briefly address frequently asked questions about FCOI Disclosure, what the regulatory world requires and why adherence to disclosure requirements protects your professional reputation and the perception of research integrity. Snacks and drinks will be provided and please feel free to bring your own lunch! This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely: Teams Link Meeting ID: 235 532 286 307 2 Passcode: Zg6fM7to
- Oct7Tue
Teaching for Intercultural Competence Across the Disciplines: Supporting Student Growth in Empathy, Confidence, and Cultural Understanding – (October 7, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 22
Faculty across the disciplines play a critical role in helping students develop the intercultural competence needed to succeed in academic, professional, and global contexts. This competence involves not only acquiring cultural knowledge but also cultivating empathy, building confidence, and learning to communicate across cultural boundaries. In this workshop, we will explore adaptable strategies for integrating intercultural learning into course design and classroom practice. Faculty will leave with practical tools to support students in becoming more self-aware, flexible thinkers who can navigate cultural complexity with insight and respect. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 276 615 870 861 8Passcode: 2Ww3i8GV - Oct9Thu
Raider Success Hub Fundamentals for Faculty – (October 9, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 31
Raider Success Hub (RSH) is Texas Tech’s centralized platform for supporting student success. In this training, faculty will learn basic navigation of the system, how to view student information, submit alerts, complete progress surveys, and more. Faculty play a critical role in student success, and this session will demonstrate how RSH makes it easier to offer timely support and connect students to the right resources at the right time. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 229 351 603 134 8Passcode: ZS9oc3o8 - Oct15Wed
Supporting and Advancing Graduate Education – (October 15, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 27
This session will be a discussion of services and resources to support graduate teaching and research as well as graduate student and postdoc mentoring. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 234 471 783 639 4Passcode: nR2zU3q8 - Oct20Mon
Internationalizing your Research and Teaching Portfolio – (October 20, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 22
Join the Office of International Affairs for an informational workshop that will highlight:
- International research opportunities
- Global collaborations and partnerships
- Study Abroad- TTU Center Sevilla / TTU-Costa Rica
- Curriculum internationalization
- Outreach and engagement resources
Meeting ID: 269 905 690 166 7Passcode: 63kN2Gy2 - Oct22Wed
Using Pressbooks to Create and Customize OER – (October 22, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC Room 153
Available Seats: 33
Pressbooks is a service offered by Raider Digital Publishing that is extremely useful for creating and using open textbooks, but getting into it for the first time can seem challenging! Join this workshop led by our Texas Tech Libraries’ Open Educational Resources Office to learn how to create an open textbook, clone an existing one, and some tips for how to customize open materials to become more engaging for your students! This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 212 356 728 592 7
Passcode: 6XS2qz6p
- Oct23Thu
Spotting the Trap: Strategies to Identify Predatory Publishers – (October 23, 2025 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 33
This workshop equips university faculty with the knowledge to identify and avoid predatory publishing practices. Participants will learn to recognize warning signs of predatory journals, such as misleading metrics and aggressive solicitation. Through case studies and practical tools, the session provides strategies to evaluate legitimate publishing venues. Faculty will leave empowered to make informed decisions, safeguarding their research and academic reputation. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely: Teams Link Meeting ID: 265 851 915 724 0 Passcode: oh6wu73Y
- Oct29Wed
Are You Interested in Integrating Community Outreach and Engagement into Your Teaching, Research, or Creative Activities? – (October 29, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 19
Join us at this session to learn more about Outreach and Engagement, the difference between these two forms of high-impact practice, and their value to scholarship, student achievement, grant success, and more. You will also discover ways of incorporating outreach and engagement into your curriculum, research/creative activities, and scholarship; as well as learn about our faculty support services and resources to assist you in this process. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 251 618 550 923 8Passcode: Uk2iY2Xs - Oct30Thu
Accessibility Without the Ask: Designing Courses That Don’t Wait for Accommodations – (October 30, 2025 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM)
Location:Virtual Session
Room: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Y2JlZDZhZWQtZmMwOC00ZTgwLTllYmQtMWEyMzU5YjU2MDFh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22178a51bf-8b20-49ff-b655-56245d5c173c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22ba9b8010-8915-4519-9909-b02ad2d5002c%22%7d
Available Seats: 66
Imagine receiving an accommodation letter and being able to say, “This course already includes that—for everyone.” This session introduces practical accessibility strategies and tools that reduce instructor workload, enhance usability, and improve learning for all students. Attendees will explore concepts and practices such as:
- WYSI*N*WYG: Understand how visual formatting differs from encoded structure, and why it matters.
- Of Mice and Mobility: Learn how to make content navigable without a mouse, supporting users with mobility or dexterity challenges.
- Sound Off: Use captioning and transcripts to ensure audio content is accessible to all learners.
- Mind the Gap: Discover ways to reduce cognitive overload and distractions in course materials.
- Time & Text: Design content that supports readability, comprehension, and flexible pacing for learners with processing or attention-related needs.
- Nov11Tue
TAI: AI as Virtual Teaching Assistant – (November 11, 2025 02:00 PM – 02:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 153
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 153
Available Seats: 21
Generative AI (AI) presents many challenges for educators, but this emerging technology also presents opportunities to improve student learning and lessen the burden on faculty. In a sense, AI can be use as a virtual “TA” to assist with reviewing, creating, and even assessing class materials. The workshop will also address the potential pitfalls of using AI, including inaccurate information and balancing faculties’ own use of AI with restrictions placed on student use. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 215 555 920 182 3
Passcode: HN9Y97Xv
- Nov14Fri
Raider Success Hub Fundamentals for Faculty – (November 14, 2025 01:00 PM – 01:50 PM)
Location:TLPDC Room 151
2802 18th Street
Lubbock, TX 79409Room: TLPDC 151
Available Seats: 73
Raider Success Hub (RSH) is Texas Tech’s centralized platform for supporting student success. In this training, faculty will learn basic navigation of the system, how to view student information, submit alerts, complete progress surveys, and more. Faculty play a critical role in student success, and this session will demonstrate how RSH makes it easier to offer timely support and connect students to the right resources at the right time. This workshop session is designed to be delivered in a face-to-face format; however, we understand that you might need to attend remotely for a variety of reasons. Please use this link to join the conversation remotely:
Meeting ID: 276 964 546 675 0Passcode: f2Dr6Tc7