Workshops & Trainings
The CITL offers a variety of events focused on innovation in teaching and learning, with emphasis on instructional design best practices and educational technology. You can view a full calendar of upcoming events below.
In order to access the registration form, you will need to be logged in to your TN Tech account within Microsoft Teams.
July 13, 2026
Canvas: Quiz Tools
Microsoft Teams | 10 AM-11 AM
Explore Canvas’ Quizzing features and functions, including how to leverage Item Banks (Question Libraries) and how to make adjustments to accommodate diverse learner needs
July 14, 2026
Canvas: Discussions
Microsoft Teams | 10 AM-11 AM
Explore Canvas Discussions as a tool to support pedagogical goals and promote active, meaningful student engagement and interaction.
July 27, 2026
Canvas: Grading and Feedback
Microsoft Teams | 10 AM-11 AM
Explore Canvas’s grading and feedback tools, including how to navigate the Gradebook, use SpeedGrader to review student work, and manage scoring policies. Learn practical ways to streamline your workflow, provide meaningful feedback, and track student progress with confidence.
August 3-5, 2026
Canvas on Campus Days
Join us on August 3-5 for Canvas on Campus workshop sessions. Our Canvas trainer, Helen Wilson, will be on campus to facilitate workshops each day covering the basics of Canvas and digging into new topics such as portfolios and group work. View each day’s schedule on our website and register to attend.
August 10, 2026
Canvas Q&A
Microsoft Teams | 10 AM-11 AM
Join this open Q&A session designed to support your transition to Canvas. Bring your questions about course setup, communication tools, content creation, assessments, or any other feature you’re exploring. Get real‑time guidance, troubleshoot challenges, and walk away with clear next steps tailored to your teaching needs. This flexible session ensures you get the answers that matter most as you build confidence in the new LMS.
August 12, 2026
Canvas Q&A
Microsoft Teams | 10 AM-11 AM
Join this open Q&A session designed to support your transition to Canvas. Bring your questions about course setup, communication tools, content creation, assessments, or any other feature you’re exploring. Get real‑time guidance, troubleshoot challenges, and walk away with clear next steps tailored to your teaching needs. This flexible session ensures you get the answers that matter most as you build confidence in the new LMS.
August 18, 2026
Getting Started
Microsoft Teams | 11 AM
Join this practical session focused on preparing your course with accessibility and intentional design in mind. Whether you’re updating an existing course or building something new, this session will offer helpful takeaways for a strong start to the semester.
August 25, 2026
Canvas: Peer Work/Group Collaboration
Microsoft Teams | 11 AM-12 PM
Explore Canvas tools and strategies that support meaningful student collaboration and peer-to-peer engagement. Learn how to structure group activities, facilitate peer review opportunities, and leverage collaboration features to promote communication, accountability, and shared learning experiences within your course.