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10/22/2026

Google me this... Google me that...

Do you want to create a narrated video presentation, but don't have the time to record and edit it? Or maybe you're looking for a way to turn course readings into an engaging, conversational study guide for your students?

Let’s dive into Google Workspace to uncover game-changing features you might not know exist. We’ll show you how to transform slide decks into tailored, AI-narrated videos in seconds using Google Vids, turn course PDFs into fun study guides with NotebookLM, and use Google Keep to streamline your grading workflows.

Join us to reclaim your prep time and discover simple, high-impact tools you can use immediately.

Objectives:
Identify underutilized apps in Google Workspace (Google Vids, NotebookLM, and Google Keep) that complement your instruction.

Describe how to integrate these Google apps into your own course workflows to address specific teaching challenges.

Demonstrate practical technical workflows, including media creation, AI study tools, and feedback docking, using the Google apps.

Determine which Google apps best align with specific pedagogical goals, media formats, and accessibility needs.

Evaluate the impact of integrating these Google apps on overall course prep efficiency and student engagement.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Thursday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Where: Online Via Zoom

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

10/20/2026

Time to Deep Dive into Google Apps!
Do you want to create a narrated video presentation, but don't have the time to record and edit it? Or maybe you're looking for a way to turn course readings into an engaging, conversational study guide for your students?

Let’s dive into Google Workspace to uncover game-changing features you might not know exist. We’ll show you how to transform slide decks into tailored, AI-narrated videos in seconds using Google Vids, turn course PDFs into fun study guides with NotebookLM, and use Google Keep to streamline your grading workflows.

Join us to reclaim your prep time and discover simple, high-impact tools you can use immediately.

Objectives:
Identify underutilized apps in Google Workspace (Google Vids, NotebookLM, and Google Keep) that complement your instruction.

Describe how to integrate these Google apps into your own course workflows to address specific teaching challenges.

Demonstrate practical technical workflows, including media creation, AI study tools, and feedback docking, using the Google apps.

Determine which Google apps best align with specific pedagogical goals, media formats, and accessibility needs.

Evaluate the impact of integrating these Google apps on overall course prep efficiency and student engagement.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Tuesday, October 20, 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Thursday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Where: Online Via Zoom

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

10/13/2026

That moment when you're thinking 🤔
YOU RECORDED A VIDEO IN CANVAS STUDIO. NOW WHAT?

Have you recorded in Canvas Studio but lacked time to complete your edits? Have you ever restarted because editing felt more difficult than rerecording?

This session picks up after you stop your recording. We’ll show a downloadable editor that's already connected to the recorder in Canvas Studio. You can take the recording into the app (or record using the app), edit it, and upload the finished file back to Canvas Studio. We will also review existing resources that simplify video editing for everyone.

Join us in this session if you make course videos and want a clear next step after recording.

Objectives:

1. Describe how the recorder in Canvas Studio relates to the downloadable ScreenPal app.

2. Locate and download the ScreenPal app.

3. Determine when to make edits using the Screen-Cast-O-Matic (in Canvas Studio) editor versus the ScreenPal app.

4. Evaluate a revised video and decide whether it is ready to return to Canvas Studio or needs further editing.

5. Create an edited version of a recorded video in ScreenPal and upload the finished file to Canvas Studio.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Tuesday, October 13, 2:00 p.m. -2:50 p.m.
Thursday, October 15, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Where: Online: Via Zoom

Register: https://tinyurl.com/2026FDCFallRegistration

09/30/2026

GOT TIME FOR LUNCH TIME LAB?!

Announcing drop-in hours on Zoom for real-time guidance and hands-on help with your course accessibility questions.

Held two Wednesdays each month from 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. during the fall semester. This informal workspace is open to help you fix accessibility error flags live.

Can’t make the scheduled time? No problem! You can easily schedule a 1-on-1 appointment to get personalized support whenever it fits your calendar.

What to Expect:

1. Flexible attendance: Pop in for a quick question at your convenience.
2. Hands-on troubleshooting: Get direct support resolving specific accessibility errors.
3. Alternative scheduling: Book a private follow-up session if your schedule conflicts with the drop-in windows.

Lab Host: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Wednesdays:
September 30, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.
October 7 & 28, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.
November 11 & 18, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.

Where: Online: Via Zoom

Register Here https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6 with your official MSU email to receive the Zoom link.

09/24/2026

Our second session for MAKING COURSE CONTENT ACCESSIBLE: A DEEP DIVE INTO POWERPOINT is this morning!

Have you struggled to figure out how to fix accessibility flags in your PowerPoint slides, or wondered how to work more proactively when creating new decks?

This deep-dive session moves past basic checks to tackle slide structure, reading order, and layout barriers head-on. We will explore PowerPoint’s Selection Pane, Slide Master, and Accessibility Checker to help you resolve flagged issues efficiently and build accessible content right from the start.

By attending, you will gain practical skills to remediate existing slides and adopt a proactive design workflow with confidence.

Objectives:

1. Recognize accessibility issues in PowerPoint slides using WCAG principles as a guide.
2. Identify tools within PowerPoint that help evaluate slide accessibility.
3. Apply simple techniques including: alt text, reading order, color contrast, descriptive links, and unique slide titles to improve accessibility.
4. Improve existing slides by making practical adjustments that enhance access for all learners.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Thursday, September 24, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

09/22/2026

Don't miss the opportunity to join us for MAKING COURSE CONTENT ACCESSIBLE: A DEEP DIVE INTO POWERPOINT

Have you struggled to figure out how to fix accessibility flags in your PowerPoint slides, or wondered how to work more proactively when creating new decks?

This deep-dive session moves past basic checks to tackle slide structure, reading order, and layout barriers head-on. We will explore PowerPoint’s Selection Pane, Slide Master, and Accessibility Checker to help you resolve flagged issues efficiently and build accessible content right from the start.

By attending, you will gain practical skills to remediate existing slides and adopt a proactive design workflow with confidence.

Objectives:

1. Recognize accessibility issues in PowerPoint slides using WCAG principles as a guide.

2. Identify tools within PowerPoint that help evaluate slide accessibility.

3. Apply simple techniques including: alt text, reading order, color contrast, descriptive links, and unique slide titles to improve accessibility.

4. Improve existing slides by making practical adjustments that enhance access for all learners.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Tuesday, September 22, 3:30 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Thursday, September 24, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

09/16/2026

LUNCH TIME LAB!

Announcing drop-in hours on Zoom for real-time guidance and hands-on help with your course accessibility questions.

Held two Wednesdays each month from 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. during the fall semester. This informal workspace is open to help you fix accessibility error flags live.

Can’t make the scheduled time? No problem! You can easily schedule a 1-on-1 appointment to get personalized support whenever it fits your calendar.

What to Expect:

Flexible attendance: Pop in for a quick question at your convenience.

Hands-on troubleshooting: Get direct support resolving specific accessibility errors.

Alternative scheduling: Book a private follow-up session if your schedule conflicts with the drop-in windows.

Lab Host: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Wednesdays:
September 16 & 30, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.
October 7 & 28, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.
November 11 & 18, 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.

Where: Online: Via Zoom

Register Here https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6 with your official MSU email to receive the Zoom link.

09/15/2026

Our second session of CANVAS ACCESSIBILITY, SIMPLIFIED: MASTERING THE CORE FOUR (STRUCTURE, MEDIA, LINKS & TABLES) starts at 2:00 p.m. this afternoon!

You know accessibility matters in your courses, but where should you start?

As you build courses with accessibility in mind, you can implement key practices by keeping a few components in mind without feeling overwhelmed. Dr. Melony Shemberger, Professor of Journalism and Mass Communications who is certified in several Canvas Certified Programs and assists other educators in Canvas course accessibility, will walk you through structure, images, media, links and tables — the primary accessibility areas to watch when designing your course in Canvas.

Objectives:

By the end of this session, you will be able to do the following:

*Structure content using heading levels, lists and color properly.
*Include alt-text for images and closed captioning for videos or transcripts for audio files.
*Use hyperlinks to minimize exposed URLs.
*Ensure tables are used for data, rather than layout.

Presenter: Dr. Melony Shemberger, Professor, Journalism & Mass Communications

When: Tuesday, September 15, 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.

Where: Online: Via Zoom

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

09/10/2026

If you don't join via Zoom, you won't know what you need to know about MAKING COURSE CONTENT ACCESSIBLE: WHERE TO START AND WHAT TO USE. Don't miss this! The ADA Compliancy date will be here before you know it!

Are you working to remediate your course content and unsure where to begin? Have you used an accessibility checker and felt uncertain about the flagged issues or which resources to consult next?

This session provides an overview of seven essential accessibility practices to help you identify barriers, address common issues, and enhance accessibility for all learners.

We will also review the course scanner and accessibility checker in Canvas and direct you to support resources to assist you in making your course content accessible.

By attending this session, you will gain a practical starting point and the tools needed to continue improving accessibility.

Objectives:

1. Describe the LATCHED accessibility areas and how each one affects student access.
2. Distinguish among issues identified by the Course Scanner and Rich Content Editor accessibility checker.
3. Select an appropriate support resource for a remediation task.
4. Analyze course material using the course scanner or accessibility checker.
5. Modify a single item in the course content to make it accessible.

Presenter: Gari Wild, Instructional Technology Specialist

When: Thursday, September 10, 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.

Where: Online: Via Zoom

Register: https://forms.gle/CoDpoCpGGpprEnFf6

06/10/2026

Welcome to our beautiful Racer campus Dr. Twigg! You and your wife are going to love it here! We look forward to meeting you soon! 🐎

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Saturday	8am - 4:30pm

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