Advanced Survey Creation in Qualtrics: Data Skills
This workshop will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics including: Various question types and methods like logic, piped text, loop & merge, timed questions, scoring, embedded data, and randomization How to use Survey Flow to meet complicated research designs How to create and edit messaging in your survey NOTE: It is
Beyond the Books: Mental Health Literacy Training
Beyond the Books is a mental health literacy training that provides participants with general information on the prevalence of mental challenges and illness in our university community, how to identify
English Language Online Writing Meet-Up Online
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaLet’s get some work done in a virtual community! These online meet-ups will bring English language learners together on Friday mornings in July and early August. At each meeting, we will start with a short lesson on writing tips, do a writing warm-up activity, share our goals, and work on our writing projects independently. Dates:
Building the Agri-Food Data Economy: Valuation and Exchange Realities
The panel will discuss the complexities of establishing a robust data economy within the agri-food sector. The panelists will explore the challenges of accurately valuing agricultural and food data and ensuring fair data exchange practices in the supply chain. The conversation will examine the need for a balanced approach, considering economic and ethical aspects, paving
Cross-Border Dialogues: Tarah Hogue and Pablo N. Barrera
Join us for our last online discussion in the Cross-Border Dialogues series on Tuesday, June 18 at 6:30 p.m., organized and moderated by curator Sally Frater, featuring curator, writer, and cultural worker Tarah Hogue (Remai Modern, Saskatoon) and Adjunct Curator of Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center, Pablo N. Barrera. Cross-Border Dialogues is a series of conversations
Enhancing Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Agri-food: a Path Forward
In this panel, experts with diverse expertise will analyze the primary obstacles hindering the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence in the agri-food sector. The panelists will propose measures to enhance the ecosystem, ultimately aiming for a more efficient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Social, Ethical, and Legal Issues of Integrating AI in Agri-Food
In this panel, experts will delve into the complex landscape that accompanies the integration of artificial intelligence in agriculture. The conversation will touch on the ethical and social implications of AI technologies in agri-food and the need for trustworthy and responsible AI solutions to build trust among stakeholders. Legal considerations are also discussed, along with
Writing in the Sciences: Scientific Writing Style
We will focus on specific strategies and techniques that writers can use to strengthen cohesion, concision, and clarity. We recommend that participants bring an example of their own scientific writing to the workshop (e.g., draft of a research article, lab report, critical review of a scientific research article). However, instructors can provide an example text
Data-driven and Artificial Intelligence Solutions in the Agri-Food Sector
The conversation will center around data-driven technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) and how they are revolutionizing farming and food production practices. Panelists will highlight real-world applications such as precision farming, predictive analytics for crop and livestock management, and AI-driven food supply chain optimization. The panelists will also discuss emerging technologies such as generative AI, digital
Writing in the Sciences: Research Articles
This session offers strategies for planning, outlining, drafting, and revising research articles in the sciences. We will explore the key components of the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. We will also provide a mapping tool that writers can use to organize their own scientific research articles. NOTE: Registered participants will receive a Zoom link
Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series
The Office of Teaching and Learning is hosting U of G's first Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series, a week of workshops, panels, and playgrounds about teaching with AI. Our Teaching with Artificial Intelligence Series (June 3 - June 7, 2024) is open to the University of Guelph, University of Guelph-Humber, and Ridgetown Campus faculty, instructors,
Anxiety Skills & Strategies
Learn effective drug-free approaches for decreasing anxiety within the realms of self-care, self-talk, and self-calming. We'll practice a variety of strategies helpful for decreasing the uncomfortable physical sensations of anxiety, and for preventing the escalation of anxiety, plus draft a personal action plan. This three-session skills program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management &
Writing Tune-Up: Sentence Structure
Join us for some grammar fun! This session will focus on sentence structure and common errors at the sentence-level. These topics are helpful for anyone who needs to write formally in English. Whether you're learning English, or you speak English as your first language, you can benefit from this lesson. Please note: This event will
Writing Tune-Up: Introduction to Style
Have you ever written a sentence or paragraph that was grammatically correct, but just didn't sound great? It's possible that issues with style are holding you back. Join us to learn about writing style rules and how to apply them so you can communicate more clearly and directly. Please note: This event will be hosted
Break the Anxiety-Procrastination Cycle
Although many people think that procrastination is a time management issue, most often it is an emotional response. We'll tackle the "complicated failure of self-regulation" in the anxiety-procrastination cycle by learning tips, reviewing research insights, and practicing practical strategies to intervene when anxiety and procrastination are feeding each other. This new three-session skills program with
Data Skills Workshop Series: Data Visualization in R
In this workshop, we will use the ggplot2 package in RStudio to create visualizations (graphs and plots). The ggplot2 package is an excellent tool for creating customizable graphics. Prior knowledge of R / RStudio is recommended but not required. You must have R and RStudio downloaded to your computer before attending this workshop. NOTE: This
Advanced Survey Creation in Qualtrics: Data Skills
This workshop will explore the more advanced question types and features of Qualtrics including: Various question types and methods like logic, piped text, loop & merge, timed questions, scoring, embedded data, and randomization How to use Survey Flow to meet complicated research designs How to create and edit messaging in your survey NOTE: It is
Graduate Accountability Group
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe, and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
Data Skills Workshop Series: Data Wrangling and Manipulation in R
Raw datasets are often quite messy. Before you can begin to analyze your data, first you must clean and prepare your data. This workshop will teach the fundamentals of using the tidyverse package in R, which include (but aren't limited to): checking for and removing outliers, filtering data, and mutating variables / creating new variables.
Qualtrics – Introduction to Creating Online Surveys: Data Skills
In this virtual session, we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals of survey creation. We will explore: How to create a Qualtrics account How to find and use Qualtrics tutorials and training How to create a basic Qualtrics survey How to access your survey results Please note: You must have