2024 Winter ADD: Morning Breakouts
| Title of Breakout Session | Location | Facilitators/Presenters | Department | Hyflex/Zoom Option | Registration Link |
| Introduction to Chemistry/Science Lab
Description: We invite you to join in the Rainier Chemistry Lab for some science work. We will introduce you to one or more science experiences. |
Rainier 240 | Ralph Morasch | Chemistry | Register for this breakout session via Bridge | |
| What is Academic Credit for Prior Learning?
Description: Come learn about Academic Credit for Prior Learning for students and Pierce College! In this session we will discuss national data regarding success rates for students awarded ACPL, prior learning assessments, credit by exams, and instances when students can receive credit for life and work experience. We will also discuss Pierce College policy regarding ACPL and take a tour of our new Credit Predictor Pro software. |
CAS 529 | Rachelle McGinnis | Community & Continuing Education | Register for this breakout session via Bridge | |
| Teams Interactive Workshop
Description: This session will help attendees learn more about Microsoft Teams and how it can be used for communication and collaboration at our college. |
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(Computer Classroom) |
Kyle Pierson | EdTech/eLearning | Zoom Link | Register for this breakout session via Bridge |
| Artificial Intelligence: Boon or Bane for Education
Description: This session will offer a chance to learn and discuss “What is meant by ‘artificial intelligence’, ‘deep learning’, ‘machine learning’, and ‘chatGPT’?. Participants will be able to reflect on “How does AI impact future jobs? How does it impact education?” |
CAS 530 | Rajesh Lal | Mathematics | Register for this breakout session via Bridge | |
| Hot Topics in Astronomy and Space Science
Description: Explore the universe and learn about new astronomical discoveries at the Pierce College Science Dome. |
Science Dome RAI 263 | Hillary Stephens | Physics and Earth & Space Science | Register for this breakout session via Bridge | |
| 25Live: How Do I Request A Space?
Description: 25Live is a scheduling program Pierce College has implemented to help schedule and optimize classrooms and event spaces across the Puyallup and Fort Steilacoom campuses. 25Live allows users to request scheduling of spaces and events and search for a wide variety of information regarding rooms and events. Depending on your role, you have access to various features in the system. Come learn how to utilize this system to request alternate learning spaces, event spaces, and more! |
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(Computer Classroom) |
Linda Gulbransen | Learning & Student Success | Register for this breakout session via Bridge | |
| Visit to South Puget Sound Wildlife Refuge
Description: The South Puget Sound Wildlife Reserve in Lakewood is an area with great potential for future service-learning projects and educational opportunities for students. The site is a 100-acre open Garry Oak prairie ecosystem that houses walking