Event List

Aug
14

AI Chatbots? Where do I start?

Wharton Computing's Shawn Zamechek (Director of AI and Innovation) and Brandon Lafving will overview the uses and limitations of current supported AI chatbots. Learn about some research workflows that are driving efficiency for Wharton faculty already, from lit reviews to presentations. Also, they will discuss security, what to be aware…

August 14 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Aug
20

Canvas Basics for Wharton TAs: August 20, 2026

Canvas Basics for TAs is a workshop which provides an introduction or refresher for users who are working with Canvas from a teaching team perspective. The training addresses several topics TAs often need to know such as: Communicating with students and optimizing Canvas user settings for teaching teams Managing assignments…

August 20 | 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM • Virtual
Aug
26

Canvas Basics for Wharton TAs: August 26, 2026

Canvas Basics for TAs is a workshop which provides an introduction or refresher for users who are working with Canvas from a teaching team perspective. The training addresses several topics TAs often need to know such as: Communicating with students and optimizing Canvas user settings for teaching teams Managing assignments…

August 26 | 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM • Virtual
Aug
28

Just Checking In: First-Class Tour of aPlus+

Fasten passenger seatbelts for a smooth takeoff into the Fall semester! This interactive session will equip you with the tools you need for projecting attendance in your classroom, including optional manual updates, gradebook integration, and a built-in function for absence requests. Your itinerary includes: First-class tour of the tool Time-saving…

August 28 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Sep
11

The Sweet Spot – Hidden Gems in the Gradebook

Don't let the Canvas Gradebook leave you buzzing with questions! Join us to uncover the hidden gems that can transform your grading workflow. From advanced statuses and smart filtering techniques to grading policies and time-saving shortcuts, you'll collect practical tips that help you work more efficiently and confidently. Leave with…

September 11 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Sep
18

Paws, Reflect, Repeat: Cativating Metacognitive Assessment Techniques

Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) are short, intentional activities during class which give students time to reflect on what they are learning and engage critical thinking to increase knowledge retention and guide strategic AI use. This session will highlight research from Wharton faculty that may help you decide which CATs to…

September 18 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Oct
2

Get Exam-Ready with Canvas New Quizzes

Make your next exam season stress-free with Canvas New Quizzes. This session will walk you through essential tools for creating secure, effective midterms and final exams, while also highlighting when Gradescope may be a better option for your assessment needs. Leave with practical strategies and best practices to help you…

October 2 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Oct
23

So Say We All: Soliciting Actional Feedback through Peer Evaluation

Group work is central to many Wharton courses, but students and faculty alike are concerned when students don’t do their fair share. Peer evaluation activities can hold students accountable by allowing students to provide feedback on their group members. This webinar will introduce Peerceptiv’s Team Member Evaluation (TME), which is…

October 23 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Nov
6

Introducing Harmonize’s AI Features: Brainstorm, Rubrics, and Accessibility

Harmonize offers a robust set of discussion and multimedia tools that can help make courses more engaging, accessible, and AI-resilient. This webinar will introduce Harmonize’s AI-enabled features that are now available at Wharton. Harmonize Brainstorm uses ChatGPT to help develop discussion and assignment prompts that are pedagogically stronger with clearer…

November 6 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual
Nov
20

Clearing the Path: Planning for Snow Days & Other Teaching Disruptions

Snow days and other unexpected events that disrupt the University’s normal operations can wreak havoc on your course plan. With some upfront preparation, you can develop a teaching pivot plan to keep your course on track. This webinar will review the technologies available at Wharton to support teaching continuity, help…

November 20 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM • Virtual

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