Jump to Section About the C4I Services Blog sotl Digital Toolkit Consultation Meet the Consultants Home / Academics / Academic Innovation / Center for Innovation Center for Innovation Empowering Faculty, Elevating Learning The Center for Innovation (CFI) supports Jackson College faculty with tools, training, and collaborative programs to enhance teaching. From tech integration to course design, CFI helps educators create engaging, student-centered learning experiences. Services Workshops & Certificate Programs C4I offers a wide range of workshops and specialized training courses, many of which provide certificates upon completion. These programs are designed to enhance teaching techniques, technology skills, and best practices in education, supporting faculty in delivering impactful and engaging learning experiences. Instructional Designer Consultations Our instructional designers provide one-on-one consultations, helping faculty with course design, content development, and technology integration. These consultations are tailored to meet Jackson College’s instructional goals, making course content engaging and accessible for all students. Communities of Practice & Lunch and Learns Faculty can connect through C4I’s Communities of Practice, where they collaborate on shared teaching interests, exchange ideas, and develop new strategies together. Our Lunch and Learn sessions add an informal, collaborative space to explore current topics and gain practical insights that faculty can apply directly to their courses. Digital Toolkit & Instructor Video Recording Studio Our digital toolkit provides on-demand resources, including templates, instructional guides, and tech tools that support teaching needs when time is short. The C4I Video Recording Studio offers faculty the tools to create high-quality multimedia content for their courses. Note: Access to the Digital Toolkit requires a Canvas account. Faculty Source Course & Recognition Programs Digital Toolkit The Faculty Source Course empowers faculty to create valuable resources and materials for their courses, enhancing the learning experience. C4I’s recognition initiatives also celebrate faculty achievements, reinforcing our commitment to teaching excellence and continuous innovation. Blog Jets Studio: Your Creative Space at Jackson Collegeback to blog Jets Studio: Your Creative Space at Jackson College The Jets Studio is a cozy, tech-ready recording space… Continue Reading Jets Studio: Your Creative Space at Jackson College Scholarly Teaching vs. SoTL: A Distinction That Mattersback to blog Scholarly Teaching vs. SoTL: A Distinction That Matters Have you ever wondered about the difference between good… Continue Reading Scholarly Teaching vs. SoTL: A Distinction That Matters SoTL: The Foundation for College-Wide Successback to blog SoTL: The Foundation for College-Wide Success Imagine the college as a site of inquiry, where the systematic… Continue Reading SoTL: The Foundation for College-Wide Success view all blog posts Scholarship of Teaching & Learning The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) is a purposeful, systematic exploration of how students learn and how educators can improve that experience. It’s about using research and reflection to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes—both in and beyond the classroom. sotl at jackson college Digital Toolkit Our digital toolkit provides on-demand resources, including templates, instructional guides, and tech tools that support teaching needs when time is short. The C4I Video Recording Studio offers faculty the tools to create high-quality multimedia content for their courses. Note: Access to the Digital Toolkit requires a Canvas account. Digital Toolkit Request a Consultation The Center for Innovation (C4I) Team and Instructional Designers support Jackson College faculty in course design, academic tools, and technology. To request a consultation, complete the form below. If you need accommodations, please indicate them on the form or contact us in advance. Request a Consultation Meet the Consultants Newberry, Brian Executive Director, Center for Innovation newberrbrianw@jccmi.edu 517.990.1368 Meet Brian Howell, Sonja Instructional Designer & Developer howellsonjal@jccmi.edu 517.796.8520 Meet Sonja
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Newberry, Brian Executive Director, Center for Innovation newberrbrianw@jccmi.edu 517.990.1368 Meet Brian