Creating Accessible Courses at WSB
Creating Accessible Courses at WSB Proactive. Inclusive. Required by April 2026. Why Accessibility Matters Ensures equal access for all learners Complies with ADA standards (websites, videos, PDFs, Canvas, apps) Goes beyond accommodations — builds inclusion in from the start More information is available at Accessibility @ UW Madison Core Concepts Accessibility vs Accommodation Accessibility: Proactive […]
Avatar Example
Select the avatar below and have a conversation! Please note: The system works best an a computer You must permit your browser to access your microphone (this process will vary – depending upon your browser) At this time, the conversation model is based on language skills – that said you may ask the avatar anything […]
AI-Enabled Teaching Excellence
AI-Enabled Teaching Excellence Workshops The Summer 2025 AI-Enabled Teaching Excellence Workshop Series offers a weekly, hands-on opportunity to explore practical ways to integrate AI into your teaching. Designed for flexibility, these sessions focus on time-saving strategies, responsible AI use, and real classroom applications for WSB faculty and instructors. Join us to equip yourself and your […]
WSB Teaching Award Winners
2024-25 Teaching & Learning Award Winners Teaching Awards Four awards recognize excellence in teaching among WSB Faculty, academic staff, and graduate instructors. These awards recognize outstanding contributions to teaching, learning, and assessment at WSB, emphasizing innovation, adaptability, and student engagement. These awards recognize exceptional instruction both inside and outside the classroom, including contributions to learning […]
Teaching with Technology
Explore our webinar program demonstrating useful strategies for integrating technology into your teaching.
Canvas tips for a new semester
Tips to ensure your Canvas shell is ready for a new semester.
Canvas Back-up
Access your Canvas Back-up Copy Canvas courses are regularly backed up on the system server. If you experienced issues related to groups, custom assignment dates, and/or assignment settings, you may be able to access the back-up copy of your course. Use the steps below to restore prior settings. Steps to restore a back-up Canvas course […]
Canvas Outage
Responding to Canvas Outages A Canvas service outage is very disrupting, and instructors must respond to many student emails when it occurs. Here are a few things that will help you with your response the next time such an event occurs. Activate your Google Groups class email list https://it.wisc.edu/news/getting-started-with-class-email-groups/ You can do this at the […]
Delving in to AI
On the “Delving into AI” page, you’ll discover resources designed to help educators explore artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI. The page includes an introductory course to get you up to speed on AI basics, practical guidance on integrating AI tools into your teaching, and discussions on ethical considerations. It’s a great starting point for educators looking to understand and apply AI in their classrooms.
Professional Programs around Campus
Professional Programs around Campus Below you can find a variety of professional development programs for enhancing your teaching skills. Offered by a variety of departments across campus, all instructional staff are welcome to attend. Check details of each program for registration information. Enhancing Online Education (EOE) Offered by UW-Madison’s Center for Teaching, Learning and Mentoring […]