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Curious about how artificial intelligence can be used in your academic and professional life? This introductory workshop will provide an overview of the main AI tools available to the OISE community. We'll explore the functionalities of ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini, focusing on how they can assist with tasks like brainstorming, content creation, and summarizing complex information. This session will provide a foundational understanding of these tools and their ethical considerations.

Learn how to foster active reading, critical thinking, and collaborative discussions directly within your reading materials. This workshop covers Hypothesis, a social annotation tool integrated with Quercus that allows students to comment, highlight, and discuss course PDFs and web pages together in real-time or asynchronously.

This workshop is for those ready to explore the cutting edge of AI. We'll move beyond basic chat interfaces to a deeper look at powerful generative AI tools. You'll learn how to use Google AI Studio to customize models for specific tasks, create personalized AI agents with Google Gems, and experiment with generating AI-powered videos and images. This session will focus on the creative and advanced applications of AI for research, teaching, and professional development.

This workshop will introduce you to the OISE Course Outline Explorer, a powerful tool designed to help you digitize and streamline your course outlines. You'll learn how to navigate the platform, import existing course information, and use the built-in features to ensure your outlines are accessible and easy to manage for both you and your students. This session will cover the practical steps needed to transition from static documents to dynamic, searchable digital outlines, saving you time and improving organization.

Get started with Quercus, the University of Toronto's instance of the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS). This introductory session is perfect for those new to the platform. We'll cover the essential features, including setting up your course shell, adding and organizing content, and communicating with students. You'll learn the basics of creating modules, uploading files, and using the announcements tool to effectively manage your course.

Take your Quercus skills to the next level in this workshop. We'll dive into more sophisticated features that can enhance student engagement and streamline your workflow. Topics will include using the Gradebook and SpeedGrader, creating and managing complex assignments and quizzes, and leveraging Quercus analytics to gain insights into student performance. This session is ideal for those who are already familiar with the basics and want to use Quercus to its full potential.

Discover the fundamental tools of Google Workspace for Education. This workshop focuses on the core applications: Docs, Sheets, and Slides. You'll learn how to create and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in real time. We will cover key features such as sharing permissions, version history, and commenting, showing you how these tools can facilitate collaborative projects and simplify your academic work.

Go beyond the basics with this deep dive into Google Workspace for Education. This session will explore advanced applications and features, including using Google Classroom to manage assignments and communication, creating and applying rubrics to streamline grading, and building simple course websites with Google Sites. Learn how these powerful tools can create a more interactive and organized learning environment for your students.

Curious about how artificial intelligence can be used in your academic and professional life? This introductory workshop will provide an overview of the main AI tools available to the OISE community. We'll explore the functionalities of ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini, focusing on how they can assist with tasks like brainstorming, content creation, and summarizing complex information. This session will provide a foundational understanding of these tools and their ethical considerations.

This workshop is for those ready to explore the cutting edge of AI. We'll move beyond basic chat interfaces to a deeper look at powerful generative AI tools. You'll learn how to use Google AI Studio to customize models for specific tasks, create personalized AI agents with Google Gems, and experiment with generating AI-powered videos and images. This session will focus on the creative and advanced applications of AI for research, teaching, and professional development.