Teaching & Learning Training

Instructional Technology helps faculty solve pedagogical problems or create new learning opportunities through efficient, effective use and support of technology. Professional development services are available to academic and administrative departments. Instructional technology staff are also available to work with department leads to create programs to address customized goals.

Topics typically include:

Training formats include webinars and workshops lasting 45-90 minutes depending on topic. We also offer half day and full day boot camps. Finally, our hybrid or online short course model provides cohort-based opportunities for faculty to engage, discuss and explore dedicated topics in asynchronous and synchronous environments.

Workshop Catalog Recording Archives

Upcoming Trainings:

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Jan
9

Digital Accessibility Winter Camp: Creating & Remediating Course Content for ADA Compliance and Student Success

Full day VIRTUAL workshop for faculty content creators

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 9, 2026, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

Description

Join us for a full-day Digital Accessibility Winter Camp designed specifically for faculty! Through demonstrations, guided practice, and collaborative activities, you'll learn best practices for...
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Jan
8

Digital Accessibility in Fine Arts and Music: Practical Fixes for Spring 2026

A Spring Cleaning event sponsored by the USM Kirwan Center

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 8, 2026, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Description

Arts and music courses often rely on rich, multimedia content -- images, audio, video, and complex notation -- that can present unique challenges for digital accessibility. This session will...
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Jan
8

Digital Accessibility 101

A Spring Cleaning event sponsored by the USM Kirwan Center

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 8, 2026, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Description

New to digital accessibility? This foundational session covers essential concepts including Title II compliance, common accessibility barriers, and practical techniques for creating accessible...
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Jan
8

Let's Get Cleaning!: Welcome and Overview of the Importance of Digital Accessibility

A Spring Cleaning event sponsored by the USM Kirwan Center

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 8, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Description

Kick off Spring Cleaning with an inspiring welcome from student, faculty, and staff leaders across the University System of Maryland!  Hear from the Council of University System Faculty (CUSF)...
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Jan
6

Practice & Share: Create Accessible Content with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Tools

Create. Check. Share. Accessibility Made Simple

Location

Online

Date & Time

January 6, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Are you looking for support and resources on how to create accessible content using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace tools? Join this workshop to learn how to create accessible content using...
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