Pre- and post-convention workshops offer unique opportunities for focused professional development before and after convention.
Note: You do not need to attend convention to register for these workshops, but you will use the same registration system and make your selection from Section 3 (a-la-carte tickets). Pre-registration and an additional fee is required. Pre- and post-convention workshops are included with Full Convention and Single-Day packages.
If you've already registered for convention and would like to add a pre- or post-convention offering, contact the MCCA Convention Team directly at admin@mccatoday.org, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Note: You do not need to attend convention to register for these workshops, but you will use the same registration system and make your selection from Section 3 (a-la-carte tickets). Pre-registration and an additional fee is required. Pre- and post-convention workshops are included with Full Convention and Single-Day packages.
If you've already registered for convention and would like to add a pre- or post-convention offering, contact the MCCA Convention Team directly at admin@mccatoday.org, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Pre-convention Workshops
Wednesday, November 6
Get a head start on your convention experience with small-group session through MCCA's Councils and Committees. Delve into deep discussions and explore thought-provoking topics. (Lunch is provided.)
Get a head start on your convention experience with small-group session through MCCA's Councils and Committees. Delve into deep discussions and explore thought-provoking topics. (Lunch is provided.)
Career & Technical Education
Chief Academic Officers
Chief Financial Officers
Chief Information Officers
Chief Marketing & Communications Officers
Classified Staff
Data Advisory Taskforce
Executive Assistants
Faculty & Instructors
Fire Subcommittee
Human Resource Directors
Institutional Research Council
MoAMP Grant Leads
Payroll Directors
Presidents & Chancellors Council*
Trustees
Workforce Liaisons Taskforce
Chief Academic Officers
Chief Financial Officers
Chief Information Officers
Chief Marketing & Communications Officers
Classified Staff
Data Advisory Taskforce
Executive Assistants
Faculty & Instructors
Fire Subcommittee
Human Resource Directors
Institutional Research Council
MoAMP Grant Leads
Payroll Directors
Presidents & Chancellors Council*
Trustees
Workforce Liaisons Taskforce
Note: All pre-convention workshops are scheduled 1–3 p.m., unless otherwise indicated
*11 a.m.–3 p.m.
*11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Post-Convention Workshops
Friday, November 8 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
The learning continues. Slow down and dig deeper into relevant topics. Register early as seating is limited. (Lunch is provided.)
The learning continues. Slow down and dig deeper into relevant topics. Register early as seating is limited. (Lunch is provided.)
Preparing for Difficult Classroom Conversations: Strategies for Expert and Novice Facilitators
Difficult classroom conversations can arise in any discipline. Contentious current events, challenging course content, and events on campus and in students’ lives can all be the impetus for unexpected comments, a challenging turn in dialogue, or a need to proactively acknowledge an issue. How can you lead conversations that create a more supportive, respectful course climate? How can you tie these discussions to your course content? How do you navigate such circumstances without derailing your lesson plan? During this workshop, you’ll discuss how the structure of classroom discussion, classroom ground rules, and your facilitation skills all work together to help you navigate difficult conversations while creating a positive course climate and enhancing student learning. These strategies are designed for faculty in any discipline with any level of experience, from skilled facilitators who regularly teach topics involving difficult conversations to those who have little disciplinary training or experience in navigating tough topics.
Difficult classroom conversations can arise in any discipline. Contentious current events, challenging course content, and events on campus and in students’ lives can all be the impetus for unexpected comments, a challenging turn in dialogue, or a need to proactively acknowledge an issue. How can you lead conversations that create a more supportive, respectful course climate? How can you tie these discussions to your course content? How do you navigate such circumstances without derailing your lesson plan? During this workshop, you’ll discuss how the structure of classroom discussion, classroom ground rules, and your facilitation skills all work together to help you navigate difficult conversations while creating a positive course climate and enhancing student learning. These strategies are designed for faculty in any discipline with any level of experience, from skilled facilitators who regularly teach topics involving difficult conversations to those who have little disciplinary training or experience in navigating tough topics.
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By the end of this workshop, participants know or are able to:
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Activities:
This workshop is almost entirely hands-on. You’ll experience many of the strategies you can immediately put into practice in your courses.
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Facilitator
Dr. Jennifer H. Herman has developed, facilitated, or overseen hundreds of research-based faculty development programs around teaching and scholarship. Jennifer’s presentations, workshops, and research focus on faculty development programs and Center development, course design, teaching strategies, learning theory, teaching for inclusive excellence, student learning outcomes assessment, and online education. Her publications include Creating Engaging Discussions: Strategies for “Avoiding Crickets” in Any Size Class and Online (Stylus, 2018; with L. Nilson). Jennifer teaches courses on teaching, assessment, learning theory, and curriculum development for the Health Professions Education CAGS and doctoral program. Jennifer holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education from the University at Buffalo and a M.A. in International Training and Education from American University. |
