Toolbox Talks is an event series that offers an inside look at how Ole Miss Online instructors build successful online courses, provides insight into unique teaching approaches, and a blueprint for instructors seeking renovations to their own online courses.
Behind the Build
“Projects vs Exams” with Dr. Shushan Vardanyan (2023)
“Helping Learners Custom Build their Learning Paths” with Dr. Kate Kellum (2022)
“Building Active Learning Modules in Blackboard Through Creative Collaboration” with Dr. Theresa Starkey – WOW! Grant Recipient (2022)
“Leaner & Meaner: Streamlining Blackboard Courses for Student Success” with Max Hipp (2019)
Course Appeal
“Creating Attractive Courses and Content Students Will Want to Take” with Dr. Kristy Durkin – 2022 Paragon Award Recipient (2023)
“Building Infographics into Your Classes: A Visual Learning Tool & Critical Thinking Assignment” with Dr. Kimberly Kaiser (2021)
Design Remix
“Using Zoom in Online Ethics Courses” with Dr. Deborah Mower – WOW! Grant Recipient (2021)
Love It or Drop It
“The Final Assignment: Synthesizing Learning AND Student Experience” with Dr. Julie Enszer (2023)
“The Magic of The Speech-Balloon: Creating Connection and Community” with Dr. Kristy Durkin (2022)
“My Big Web Class: Student Engagement and Instructor Presence” with Dr. Rebekah Smith and Dr. Carey Dowling – 2021 Paragon Award Recipient (2022)
“Using Black Mirror in the Classroom: Engaging Students with Pop Culture, Immersive Learning, Social Media & Other Tech Tools” with LaReeca Rucker (2021)
“Communication and Creating Community” with Dr. Danielle Ammeter (2019)
Smart Course
“Using an AI Assistant with Students: Wordtune Spices” with Marc Watkins (2023)
“How to be an Ally with Blackboard Ally” with Shevanti Retnam (2023)
“The Voki Assignment: Using Animation to Enhance Reflection in the Classroom” with Dr. Joe Sumrall – WOW! Grant Recipient (2021)
“Using Flipgrid to Visualize and Create Dynamic Discussions in Online Courses” with Marc Watkins – WOW! Grant Recipient (2019)
Books & Mortar
“Implementing Yellowdig to Enhance Student Engagement in MKTG 351: Marketing Principles” with Dr. Laurie Babin – WOW! Grant Recipient (2022)
Down to the Studs
“Transition from Tests to Critical Thinking Tools” with Dr. Georgianna Mann (2022)