Building on the success of our June sessions, Digital Teaching Refresh Week returns this August with a programme enhanced by staff feedback.
This week-long series is designed to support academic staff in preparing for the upcoming academic year, offering targeted and practical training on key digital tools including My Dundee, Panopto and Turnitin.
📍 All sessions are held online via Microsoft Teams, Recording links are provided below.
📝 Take a look at all sessions currently on offer from the Educational Development team, or register using the direct session links below.
📅 Monday 18 August 2025
🕚 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
My Dundee - Basics
Whether you're brand new to My Dundee or just need a refresher, this online session will guide you through the key features and tools to help you feel confident navigating and using the platform to support your teaching.
👉 Registration link for the My Dundee - Basics session
🎥 Recording: Click here to see recording
📅 Monday 18 August 2025
🕑 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Panopto - Basics
Whether you're new to Panopto or just need a refresher this online session is designed to help you feel confident using Panopto to create, upload, and edit video content.
👉 Registration link for the Panopto - Basics session
🎥 Recording: Click here to see recording
📅 Tuesday 19 August 2025
🕚 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Module Design - Effective Practice
Designing a well-structured and engaging module can make a big difference in how students experience and interact with your content. This session focuses on practical strategies for organising your modules clearly and effectively in My Dundee.
👉 Registration link for the Module Design - Effective Practice session
🎥 Recording: coming soon
📅 Tuesday 19 August 2025
🕑 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Using AI as an Educator
In this session, we’ll explore the current UoD guidance on AI in teaching, as well as practical ways educators can use Blackboard's AI tools to enhance teaching and learning.
👉 Registration link for the Using AI as an Educator session
🎥 Recording: this session will not be recorded to allow for open discussion
📅 Wednesday 20 August 2025
🕚 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Navigating the Online Library
Refresher session on accessing and using academic databases. Learn how to find and select the best digital resources for your subject area.
👉 Registration link for the Navigating the Online Library session
🎥 Recording: coming soon
📅 Wednesday 20 August 2025
🕑 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
My Dundee - Beyond the Basics
This session is ideal for staff who are already familiar with the basics of My Dundee and want to explore its more advanced features and recent updates.
👉 Registration link for the My Dundee - Beyond the Basics session
🎥 Recording: Click here to see the recording
📅 Thursday 21 August 2025
🕚 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Turnitin Refresher
This session is designed to help staff refresh their knowledge of Turnitin and make the most of its features for assessment and feedback. Whether you're new to Feedback Studio or just need a quick update, we’ll walk through the key tools and workflows to support effective marking and academic integrity.
👉 Registration link for the Turnitin Refresher session
🎥 Recording: coming soon
📅 Thursday 21 August 2025
🕑 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Panopto - Beyond the Basics
This session is ideal for staff who are already familiar with the Panopto basics and want to explore more advanced features to create engaging and interactive video content.
👉 Registration link for the Panopto - Beyond the Basics session
🎥 Recording: coming soon
📅 Friday 22 August 2025
🕚 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tips for Creating a Reading List
A short, focused session on how to design engaging and effective reading/resource lists to enhance student learning.
👉 Registration link for the Tips for Creating a Reading List session
🎥 Recording: coming soon
All sessions are tailored to support your teaching in the new academic year. Whether you're refreshing your skills or exploring new tools you're welcome to join any sessions that suit your role.
📧 Questions? Email us at: educational-development@dundee.ac.uk