Author: VPAA Communications

10 September 2024

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and the Swinburne University of Technology will cohost “Generative AI Global Community of Practice: Inaugural Event,” a live, online event that brings together academics from both institutions to explore the transformative potential of GenAI. This event offers a unique opportunity for faculty to share and gain [...]

Getting started with Adobe Generative AI – Firefly and Express

11 September 2024

Ready to explore the possibilities beyond stock photos? Join us to learn about the future of image creation with Adobe Firefly - Adobe’s generative AI tool. The session will cover essential skills such as editing Firefly prompts and Generative Fill techniques, as well as how to add impactful typography and graphics using Express. Creating [...]

Generative AI Across the UT System UT System Mini-Conference Series

12 September 2024

We invite faculty, staff, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students across the UT System to join our monthly webinar series, AI Across the UT System. This series will explore how each campus is integrating generative artificial intelligence into teaching and learning. Each session will be organized by the respective Center for Teaching and Learning, or its [...]

Turnitin Faculty Workshop

12 September 2024

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll discover how to transform your classroom with iClicker Cloud - UTSA's interactive tool. We'll guide you through setting up your instructor account, integrating iClicker into your courses, and unlocking the potential of interactive learning. You'll leave equipped with practical tips and strategies to boost student engagement [...]

Alt Text 101: Basics and Decorative Image Guidelines

16 September 2024

Ready to enhance the accessibility of your images? In this session, you’ll learn the essentials of writing alt text and when to mark images as decorative. Perfect for anyone looking to make their visual content more accessible and impactful! Creating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request an accommodation, [...]

Canvas + Starting Strong with Gradebook

17 September 2024

Simplify your grading process. Join our hybrid Canvas Gradebook workshop. Learn how to optimize your gradebook settings, save time grading, and streamline the grade transfer process. Bring your device to work with our experts to customize your course for maximum efficiency. Creating an effective learning environment for all is important to us. To request [...]

Getting Started with iClicker

19 September 2024

Teaching and Learning with Generative Artificial Intelligence Informative Sessions

26 September 2024

Join our informative sessions on teaching and learning with generative AI, where you can bring your questions and engage in dynamic discussions. Explore a tour of our self-paced online course designed to explore generative AI in education. Discover spotlight strategies to effectively engage students and integrate generative AI into your teaching practices.By attending this course, [...]

Publishing Discounts for UTSA Researchers

27 September 2024

Join UTSA Libraries to learn more about the publishing discounts available for UTSA researchers. Current agreements include Elsevier, Cambridge University Press, Springer Open, and more. Bring your questions and feedback for the library as we continue to pursue partnerships with publishers to reduce costs for our researchers. Register for this Zoom meeting below. [...]

Pressbooks Basics: Simple Book Publishing at UTSA

8 October 2024

Pressbooks is an open educational resource authoring platform for simple book publishing. It has several uses in courses: from creating original OER, remixing existing OER, and even working with students to create a collaborative book as a class project that can be used as a renewable assignment. Pressbooks can also be used to openly [...]