FRC Resources

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Supercharge Student Success with AI

Tim Mousel

Dept. of Strategic Innovation & Chair of AI Task Force

Discover practical, classroom-ready ways you can use AI to save time, boost engagement, and better support students. This interactive session explores how AI can help generate lesson ideas, study tools, and communication templates that enhance learning and advising. You’ll leave with ready-to-use examples, prompt guides, and simple strategies to bring AI into your daily practice.

The 4-Step Spark: Streamlined Planning for Dual Credit Engagement

Ashley Wilson

Professor, Psychology

Dual credit classrooms come with unique challenges- and incredible opportunities. In this energizing workshop, you'll explore a streamlined 4-step planning process designed to help you spark curiosity, increase participation, and maximize instructional impact. Whether you're new or a seasoned dual credit instructor, you'll leave with a toolkit of efficient, adaptable strategies that honor academic rigor while keeping students motivated. 

Designing with D2L: Essential Tools for Course Creation

Maria Block

Instructional Designer II

New to D2L or need a refresher? This session covers the essentials, from setting up your syllabus, uploading materials to grades and discussions, so you can design a clean, functional course that supports your teaching goals. Bring your own device! Participants will have dedicated time to workshop their own courses and apply what they learn in real time. Note: If you plan to attend the D2L session, please consider bringing your own device.

From Cramming to Confidence: Coaching Students in Study Planning

Adam Johnson

Coordinator III, STAR Center

Get a behind-the-scenes look at our “STAR Center Study Planning Workshop”! This session showcases how we introduce key concepts- such as Bloom’s Taxonomy, the study cycle, and metacognitive learning strategies- to help students become more effective learners. Participants will discover how to adapt these strategies in their own classrooms to help students create personalized study plans for lasting success. 

Take a Pause: Stretch Your Body and Mind

Jackie Cooper

Manager, Fitness Center

Join us for a guided stretch session focused on breathwork and body awareness to release tension, calm the nervous system, and reduce stress. This mindful movement break will help you relax, recharge, and re-energize for the rest of your day- no special equipment needed, just wear something comfortable and come ready to feel refreshed!