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SUNY Webinar: Science of Learning in Distance Education Online

Applying the science of learning to distance education means that learners engage in active “meaning making” and reciprocal collaborative activities. The presenter will share two powerful...  More
Date:
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  SUNY Webinar  
SUNY Webinar: Science of Learning in Distance Education

Making Interaction Visible in Online Courses: Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) Online

What does “regular and substantive interaction” actually look like in practice? In this webinar, we will unpack the federal RSI requirement, review examples and non-examples, clarify what counts as...  More
Date:
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Time:
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  Instructional Design & Distance Learning     Online Teaching and Learning  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 19 seats left
Making Interaction Visible in Online Courses: Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI)

Moving Through the AI Grief Cycle: Reflection and Action for Online Teaching and Assessment Online

Artificial intelligence is reshaping teaching and learning faster than many of us expected—and with that change can come uncertainty, frustration, and even a sense of loss. In this conversational...  More
Date:
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Time:
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  Instructional Design & Distance Learning     Online Teaching and Learning  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left
Moving Through the AI Grief Cycle: Reflection and Action for Online Teaching and Assessment

SUNY Webinar: Enhancing Teaching with AI Online

The sudden appearance of powerful AI creation tools has caused many concerns, but it has also provided opportunities for educators to enhance their teaching. In this presentation, we’ll use...  More
Date:
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  SUNY Webinar  
SUNY Webinar: Enhancing Teaching with AI

Accessibility as Pedagogical Practice: ADA Title II and Online Course Design Online

Accessibility is a core element of effective online teaching and course design. This session invites faculty to revisit accessibility through the lens of everyday instructional and design choices in...  More
Date:
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time:
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  Instructional Design & Distance Learning     Online Teaching and Learning  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left
Accessibility as Pedagogical Practice: ADA Title II and Online Course Design

Designing to Engage: Instructional Design and the Brightspace Content Experience Online

Engaging online courses are built through intentional design choices that support how students read, navigate, and interact with course materials—across devices and learning contexts. This session...  More
Date:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time:
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Faculty/Staff  
Categories:
  Instructional Design & Distance Learning     Online Teaching and Learning  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 18 seats left
Designing to Engage: Instructional Design and the Brightspace Content Experience

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Schedule an Appointment with Instructional Design and Distance Learning

Schedule an appointment with a member of Instructional Design and Distance Learning for training or a specific question you might have.

Universal Design for Learning Framework: Self-Paced Online Course

A self-paced online course delivered on D2L Brightspace, will provide a comprehensive introduction to the Universal Design for Learning framework. Participants who successfully complete the requirements of the course will earn a digital badge.

Accessibility - Deque University

Courses are arranged into several curricula including Web Accessibility, Document Accessibility, Native Mobile Apps, and Customer Service for People with Disabilities. Courses include quizzes that when successfully completed provide a course certificate. 

It is recommended that everyone complete the “Accessibility Fundamentals - Disabilities, Guidelines, and Laws” course first, then take other courses in their area of interest and/or expertise.

Please request an account to access Deque University.

Brightspace Toolkit for Accessibility in UDL

This course is for people who want to be mindful of accessibility practices when they adopt Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in their learning context. It will help you apply the principles and guidelines of UDL in ways that are accessible to learners with disabilities. You'll also learn about the tools in Brightspace that will help you make learning accessible

You must be logged into the new Single Sign-On for Community to access this resource.

Brightspace - Accessible Virtual Presentation 

This course is beneficial for anyone who does a presentation online, be it an instructor who teaches using a slide deck or a presenter in a virtual conference. 

You must be logged into the new Single Sign-On for Community to access this resource.

Brightspace Accessibility Lab 

This short course is intended for anyone using Brightspace as an introduction to disabilities, assistive technologies, and Brightspace accessibility features. It includes hands-on exercises that provide practical experience in using some accessibility features and tools. It also provides an overview of D2L’s accessibility practice and offers resources for further reference.

You must be logged into the new Single Sign-On for Community to access this resource.

Google AI Certificates at SUNY

Google and SUNY have partnered to bring you free access to Google AI learning opportunities available to all SUNY students, faculty and staff. Two courses are available:

  • Google AI Essentials - Build a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and understand how it’s transforming industries.
  • Google Prompting Essentials - Learn how to effectively communicate with AI tools using prompt engineering techniques