/innovative-education/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSat, 12 Apr 2025 11:37:06 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/innovative-education/news/2025/srinivas-baireddy-prepares-for-graduation-as-part-of-usf-first-msdi-cohort.aspxAs part of the first-ever cohort of USF’s Master of Science in Data Intelligence program, Srinivas Baireddy says he took a leap of faith when choosing a brand-new program over a more traditional computer science degrees. Now, as he prepares to graduate in May, he reflects on how the program equipped him with the technical expertise and industry-level skills needed for a career in AI and data analytics.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 08 Apr 2025 15:42:42 Srinivas Baireddy prepares for graduation as part of USF’s first MSDI cohort, ready to make an industry impactAs part of the first-ever cohort of USF’s Master of Science in Data Intelligence program, Srinivas Baireddy says he took a leap of faith when choosing a brand-new program over a more traditional computer science degrees. Now, as he prepares to graduate in May, he reflects on how the program equipped him with the technical expertise and industry-level skills needed for a career in AI and data analytics.headshot of Srinivas Baireddy /innovative-education/news/2025/srinivas-baireddy-prepares-for-graduation-as-part-of-usf-first-msdi-cohort.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-ai-micro-course-draws-global-audience.aspxThe University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education team recently wrapped up GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a timely, free micro-course that drew more than 7,700 participants and positive feedback from learners across industries and around the globe.Lorie BriggsTue, 08 Apr 2025 10:49:42 USF’s Free AI Micro-Course Draws Global Audience, Highlights Demand for Workforce-Ready SkillsThe University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education team recently wrapped up GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a timely, free micro-course that drew more than 7,700 participants and positive feedback from learners across industries and around the globe.course banner image. GenAI in action: impact and Possibilities/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-ai-micro-course-draws-global-audience.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/creating-civically-engaged-students-behind-the-scenes-first-look.aspxThis semester, I had the opportunity to go behind the scenes with 91��ƵInnovative Education’s Digital Learning team to see firsthand how they collaborate with faculty to transform online courses. I tagged along on one course.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 07 Apr 2025 14:15:45 Creating civically engaged students: A behind-the-scenes first look at InEd’s transformation of USF’s Public Policy courseThis semester, I had the opportunity to go behind the scenes with 91��ƵInnovative Education’s Digital Learning team to see firsthand how they collaborate with faculty to transform online courses. I tagged along on one course.the course homepage for public policy. which shows a picture of city hall/innovative-education/news/2025/creating-civically-engaged-students-behind-the-scenes-first-look.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-studios-nominated-for-international-webby-award.aspxThe University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education Studios has received another prestigious nomination for its work with on a documentary series with the 91��ƵCollege of Education – this time in the 29th Annual Webby Awards.Lorie BriggsThu, 03 Apr 2025 00:08:49 91��ƵInEd Studios' “Portraits in Patriotism” Series Nominated for International Webby AwardThe University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education Studios has received another prestigious nomination for its work with on a documentary series with the 91��ƵCollege of Education – this time in the 29th Annual Webby Awards.webby award logo that says its official we're nominated/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-studios-nominated-for-international-webby-award.aspx/innovative-education/news/2021/9-strategies-to-promote-collaborative-online-learning.aspxAt the beginning of a new semester, higher education faculty consider the best approaches for promoting collaborative experiences in the online environment. Collaboration is critically important to the learning process and promoting these experiences online can help to reduce isolation, promote class community, and increase all forms of interaction.Janine M. Diaz-CottoMon, 31 Mar 2025 13:04:06 9 Strategies to Promote Collaborative Online LearningAt the beginning of a new semester, higher education faculty consider the best approaches for promoting collaborative experiences in the online environment. Collaboration is critically important to the learning process and promoting these experiences online can help to reduce isolation, promote class community, and increase all forms of interaction.4 students sitting on laptops. Camera perspective is above only showing legs/innovative-education/news/2021/9-strategies-to-promote-collaborative-online-learning.aspx/innovative-education/news/2025/from-hospitality-to-tech-rita-sharipovas-pathway-to-computing.aspxGrowing up, Rita Sharipova was fascinated by technology, but when it came time to choose a college major, she opted for hospitality management at the University of Central Florida. At the time, tech felt intimidating, especially as a male-dominated industry with lingering gender stereotypes. Hospitality seemed like a safer choice.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 31 Mar 2025 10:06:10 From hospitality to tech: Rita Sharipova’s Pathway to ComputingGrowing up, Rita Sharipova was fascinated by technology, but when it came time to choose a college major, she opted for hospitality management at the University of Central Florida. At the time, tech felt intimidating, especially as a male-dominated industry with lingering gender stereotypes. Hospitality seemed like a safer choice.headshot of rita sharipova/innovative-education/news/2025/from-hospitality-to-tech-rita-sharipovas-pathway-to-computing.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/how-sony-handycam-sparked-john-cundys-passion-for-video.aspxAs a kid, John Cundy wasn’t sure what he wanted to do when he grew up. He knew he enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how they worked, and he had an interest in photography. But his love for video production began when his family bought a Sony Handycam camcorder.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 31 Mar 2025 09:08:25 How a Sony Handycam sparked John Cundy’s passion for video productionAs a kid, John Cundy wasn’t sure what he wanted to do when he grew up. He knew he enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how they worked, and he had an interest in photography. But his love for video production began when his family bought a Sony Handycam camcorder.headshot of john cundy/innovative-education/news/2025/how-sony-handycam-sparked-john-cundys-passion-for-video.aspxNews,Video/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she’s good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master’s degree?Lorie BriggsMon, 31 Mar 2025 08:57:21 How a Teacher of the Year Took Her Teaching to the Next LevelMaggie Robertson Stemme was born to teach. And she’s good at it. As a kindergarten teacher who brings passion, purpose and play to her classroom, she was named Teacher of the Year at her school in 2021. She loved being in the classroom and was thriving in her role, even earning a promotion as she neared her tenth year in the school system. So why take on the extra challenge of a master’s degree?headshot of maggie robertson/innovative-education/news/2025/how-a-teacher-of-the-year-took-her-teaching-to-the-next-level.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/kevin-durkins-journey-to-success--through-the-online-master-of-science-in-cybercrime.aspxKevin Durkin expected his Introduction to Cybercrime class at 91��Ƶto be just another required course for his criminology degree – but it was a spark that ignited his career.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:12:09 From student to instructor: Kevin Durkin’s journey to success through the online Master of Science in CybercrimeKevin Durkin expected his Introduction to Cybercrime class at 91��Ƶto be just another required course for his criminology degree – but it was a spark that ignited his career.headshot of kevin durkin/innovative-education/news/2025/kevin-durkins-journey-to-success--through-the-online-master-of-science-in-cybercrime.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/film-to-finance-how-carl-ayala-found-his-path-to-ai.aspxCarl Ayala’s career has taken him on an unexpected journey, from the creative world of film production to the fast-paced banking environment and now to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 27 Mar 2025 09:02:27 From film to finance: How Carl Ayala found his path to artificial intelligenceCarl Ayala’s career has taken him on an unexpected journey, from the creative world of film production to the fast-paced banking environment and now to the cutting-edge field of artificial intelligence.headshot of carl ayala/innovative-education/news/2025/film-to-finance-how-carl-ayala-found-his-path-to-ai.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-genai-micro-course-closes-soon.aspxMore than 7,000 participants have already taken advantage of 91��ƵInnovative Education’s free online micro-course, GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, making it a widely popular learning opportunity for anyone eager to explore generative artificial intelligence and capture the power of this rapidly advancing technology.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 21 Mar 2025 09:05:09 Last chance to enroll: USF's free GenAI in Action micro-course closes soonMore than 7,000 participants have already taken advantage of 91��ƵInnovative Education’s free online micro-course, GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, making it a widely popular learning opportunity for anyone eager to explore generative artificial intelligence and capture the power of this rapidly advancing technology.GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities: A free new micro-course: Last Chance/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-free-genai-micro-course-closes-soon.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/mastering-cybercrime-how-usf-helped-gary-rudd-sharpen-investigative-skills.aspxWith nearly two decades of experience as a special agent in the U.S. Department of Defense, Rudd has spent his career tracking down cybercriminals and protecting digital assets. But even with years in the field, he saw the value of continuous learning.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 11 Mar 2025 09:14:12 Mastering cybercrime: How 91��Ƶhelped a federal agent sharpen his investigative skillsWith nearly two decades of experience as a special agent in the U.S. Department of Defense, Rudd has spent his career tracking down cybercriminals and protecting digital assets. But even with years in the field, he saw the value of continuous learning.headshot of gary rudd/innovative-education/news/2025/mastering-cybercrime-how-usf-helped-gary-rudd-sharpen-investigative-skills.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/lasaundria-glenn-bass-aproaches-evolving-world-of-digital-learning.aspxLaSaundria Glenn-Bass knows that the only constant in life – and education – is change. Growing up with a father in the U.S. Air Force, she moved frequently, learning to adapt and thrive in new environments.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 07 Mar 2025 09:43:34 Navigating change: How LaSaundria Glenn-Bass approaches the evolving world of digital learningLaSaundria Glenn-Bass knows that the only constant in life – and education – is change. Growing up with a father in the U.S. Air Force, she moved frequently, learning to adapt and thrive in new environments.Headshot of Lasaundria Glenn-Bass/innovative-education/news/2025/lasaundria-glenn-bass-aproaches-evolving-world-of-digital-learning.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/ined-experts-showcase-strategic-insights-at-intersections-conference.aspxFrom artificial intelligence to strategic course design, 91��ƵInnovative Education demonstrated its expertise in digital learning and innovation in online education at the 2025 Intersections Conference in Orlando, FL.Tatiana Del ValleWed, 05 Mar 2025 09:47:14 91��ƵInnovative Education experts showcase strategic insights at the 2025 Intersections ConferenceFrom artificial intelligence to strategic course design, 91��ƵInnovative Education demonstrated its expertise in digital learning and innovation in online education at the 2025 Intersections Conference in Orlando, FL.A graphic including two photos of employees presenting at the 2025 Intersections Conference. /innovative-education/news/2025/ined-experts-showcase-strategic-insights-at-intersections-conference.aspxInnovation,Newshttps://www.tampabeacon.com/news/free-usf-micro-course-offers-an-introduction-to-artificial-intelligence/article_bc5869d4-f0a7-11ef-a1fa-fba9431e9949.htmlFor those still wondering about artificial intelligence and whether they want to dip their toes into the relatively new and powerful technology, the University of 91��Ƶ is offering a pool to do so.External ArticleMon, 24 Feb 2025 14:10:23 Free 91��Ƶmicro-course offers an introduction to artificial intelligenceFor those still wondering about artificial intelligence and whether they want to dip their toes into the relatively new and powerful technology, the University of 91��Ƶ is offering a pool to do so.Gen AI in Action: Impact and Possibilites https://www.tampabeacon.com/news/free-usf-micro-course-offers-an-introduction-to-artificial-intelligence/article_bc5869d4-f0a7-11ef-a1fa-fba9431e9949.htmlInnovation,News/innovative-education/news/2025/showcasing-brillians-in-online-learning-nominations-open-for-third-annual-iodt-awards.aspxThe Innovation in Online Design and Teaching Award honors faculty who demonstrate excellence in online teaching and course design. Applications for the 2025 award are now open.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 06 Feb 2025 08:52:01 Showcasing brilliance in online learning: Nominations now open for third annual Innovation in Online Design and Teaching AwardsThe Innovation in Online Design and Teaching Award honors faculty who demonstrate excellence in online teaching and course design. Applications for the 2025 award are now open.celebrate innovation in online design and teaching. Apply today!/innovative-education/news/2025/showcasing-brillians-in-online-learning-nominations-open-for-third-annual-iodt-awards.aspxAwards/innovative-education/news/2025/breaking-barriers-in-crypto-crime-usf-ms-in-cybercrime.aspxLauren Smith is passionate about curbing cybercrime, a field that is constantly changing as criminals find new ways to take advantage of emerging technologies.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 04 Feb 2025 11:08:32 Breaking barriers in crypto crime: USF's M.S. in Cybercrime powers career successLauren Smith is passionate about curbing cybercrime, a field that is constantly changing as criminals find new ways to take advantage of emerging technologies.headshot of lauren smith/innovative-education/news/2025/breaking-barriers-in-crypto-crime-usf-ms-in-cybercrime.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-unveils-new-free-online-genai-course.aspxTo help people harness the power of this rapidly advancing technology, University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education has created GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a free, self-paced online micro-course open to everyone.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 03 Feb 2025 00:45:26 91��Ƶunveils new free online micro-course: GenAI in Action: Impact and PossibilitiesTo help people harness the power of this rapidly advancing technology, University of 91��Ƶ’s Innovative Education has created GenAI in Action: Impact and Possibilities, a free, self-paced online micro-course open to everyone.an info graphic that says 91��ƵUnveils free new micro-crouse GEN AI In Action: Impact and Possibilites/innovative-education/news/2025/usf-unveils-new-free-online-genai-course.aspxInnovation/innovative-education/news/2025/jack-schofield-artistic-touch-transforms-online-learning.aspxJack Schofield channels his lifelong passion for art into groundbreaking learning design, making online learning at 91��Ƶengaging and relevant for today’s students.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 21 Jan 2025 08:32:14 Bringing courses to life: How Jack Schofield’s artistic touch transforms online learningJack Schofield channels his lifelong passion for art into groundbreaking learning design, making online learning at 91��Ƶengaging and relevant for today’s students.headshot of jack schofield /innovative-education/news/2025/jack-schofield-artistic-touch-transforms-online-learning.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2025/ined_studios_creative_expertise_across_usf_and_beyond.aspxUSF’s Innovative Education Studios is widely known for producing and transforming content for online programs and courses across the university. However, its creative team extends its creative expertise beyond these core focuses, partnering with various departments and colleges within 91��Ƶand even tackling a few projects outside the university.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 14 Jan 2025 13:11:42 Innovative Education Studios: Creative expertise across 91��Ƶand beyondUSF’s Innovative Education Studios is widely known for producing and transforming content for online programs and courses across the university. However, its creative team extends its creative expertise beyond these core focuses, partnering with various departments and colleges within 91��Ƶand even tackling a few projects outside the university.InEd Studios crew and actors on set in the studio/innovative-education/news/2025/ined_studios_creative_expertise_across_usf_and_beyond.aspxVideo/innovative-education/news/2024/omsw-home-visit-simulation.aspxImagine being a social worker called to conduct a routine check on a family receiving support services. School teachers reported signs of possible neglect, poor hygiene, and frequent hunger. When you arrive, the smell of smoke lingers in the air, and piles of empty liquor bottles fill the garbage. What do you do next?Tatiana Del ValleFri, 06 Dec 2024 15:51:39 USF's Online Master of Social Work program builds confidence through immersive home visit simulationImagine being a social worker called to conduct a routine check on a family receiving support services. School teachers reported signs of possible neglect, poor hygiene, and frequent hunger. When you arrive, the smell of smoke lingers in the air, and piles of empty liquor bottles fill the garbage. What do you do next?Side by side images of videographers filming in a studio and on a set/innovative-education/news/2024/omsw-home-visit-simulation.aspxLearning Design,Video/innovative-education/news/2024/koichi-sato-journey-to-innovative-education.aspxFrom Japan to Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Nebraska, Koichi Sato fueled his desire to make his mark in online education all over the globe.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 12 Nov 2024 11:26:41 Crafting the online learning experience: Koichi Sato’s journey to Innovative EducationFrom Japan to Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Nebraska, Koichi Sato fueled his desire to make his mark in online education all over the globe.Headshot of Koichi Sato/innovative-education/news/2024/koichi-sato-journey-to-innovative-education.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2024/ined-studios-celebrates-triple-davey-awards-2024.aspx91��ƵInnovative Education Studios was recently honored in the 2024 Davey Awards, marking their third consecutive year of recognition for excellence in visual storytelling.Tatiana Del ValleMon, 04 Nov 2024 15:58:45 InEd Studios celebrates triple victory in the 2024 Davey Awards91��ƵInnovative Education Studios was recently honored in the 2024 Davey Awards, marking their third consecutive year of recognition for excellence in visual storytelling.info graphic congratulating 2024 davy award winners/innovative-education/news/2024/ined-studios-celebrates-triple-davey-awards-2024.aspxVideo/innovative-education/news/2024/ashley-hansen-rn-to-mba.aspxAfter years on the front lines as a nurse in the operating room, including a few during COVID-19, Ashley Marie Hansen was ready for a change.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 24 Oct 2024 06:17:27 Ashley Marie Hansen’s journey: From RN to MBA graduate and budding entrepreneurAfter years on the front lines as a nurse in the operating room, including a few during COVID-19, Ashley Marie Hansen was ready for a change.headshot of Ashley Hansen/innovative-education/news/2024/ashley-hansen-rn-to-mba.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/kelly-fraser-improves-access-to-clean-drinking-water-in-madagascar.aspxKelly Fraser’s journey in USF’s online Master of Public Health program is a testament to how digital education can be brought to life and create opportunities for students worldwide.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 22 Oct 2024 09:29:07 Master of Public Health student Kelly Fraser improves access to clean drinking water in MadagascarKelly Fraser’s journey in USF’s online Master of Public Health program is a testament to how digital education can be brought to life and create opportunities for students worldwide.headshot of kelly fraser and picture of her in madagascar with iguana. /innovative-education/news/2024/kelly-fraser-improves-access-to-clean-drinking-water-in-madagascar.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/unlocking-gen-ai-in-your-course.aspxAs Generative AI (GenAI) becomes increasingly integral to education, more faculty members seek simple ways to integrate this powerful tool into their coursesLindsey MercerFri, 20 Sep 2024 08:46:59 Unlocking Generative AI: Three Simple Steps to Start Using it in Your CourseAs Generative AI (GenAI) becomes increasingly integral to education, more faculty members seek simple ways to integrate this powerful tool into their coursesA group of co workers stand around a person on a laptop/innovative-education/news/2024/unlocking-gen-ai-in-your-course.aspxFaculty Resources,Innovation/innovative-education/news/2024/from-internship-to-career-bailey-cleveland.aspxBailey Cleveland’s journey with 91��ƵInnovative Education began as a student intern, where she discovered a passion for instructional design that would shape her career.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 10 Sep 2024 11:11:32 From internship to career: How Bailey Cleveland found her passion in learning designBailey Cleveland’s journey with 91��ƵInnovative Education began as a student intern, where she discovered a passion for instructional design that would shape her career.headshot of bailey cleveland/innovative-education/news/2024/from-internship-to-career-bailey-cleveland.aspxLearning Design/innovative-education/news/2024/a-space-coast-summer-ryan-stapf-.aspxWhen Ryan Stapf earned a geology degree in Oklahoma, he never imagined he’d find himself completing a software engineering internship at Kennedy Space Center just a few years later.Tatiana Del ValleWed, 04 Sep 2024 11:52:44 A Space Coast summer: Ryan Stapf prepared his computer science career for liftoff at NASA’s Launch Control CenterWhen Ryan Stapf earned a geology degree in Oklahoma, he never imagined he’d find himself completing a software engineering internship at Kennedy Space Center just a few years later.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/innovative-education/news/2024/a-space-coast-summer-ryan-stapf-.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/live-support-kicks-off-fall-semester.aspxAs the fall semester begins, the Digital Learning Live Support team is bringing their A-game – expertise assisting faculty with everything from basic Canvas questions to advanced strategies in mitigating procrastination and optimizing student engagement.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 29 Aug 2024 08:26:35 InEd’s Digital Learning team kicks off the fall semester with enhanced live support for facultyAs the fall semester begins, the Digital Learning Live Support team is bringing their A-game – expertise assisting faculty with everything from basic Canvas questions to advanced strategies in mitigating procrastination and optimizing student engagement.live support member sits at computer answering calls from faculty/innovative-education/news/2024/live-support-kicks-off-fall-semester.aspxFaculty Training/innovative-education/news/2024/ai-grad-certificate-helps-systems-engineer.aspxAs one of the first people to complete USF’s new Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate program, Ocampo is leveraging his new certificate and cutting-edge skills in machine learning and computer vision to transform the future of home security.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 09 Aug 2024 09:53:19 91��ƵArtificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate unlocked innovation and leadership potential in embedded systems engineerAs one of the first people to complete USF’s new Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate program, Ocampo is leveraging his new certificate and cutting-edge skills in machine learning and computer vision to transform the future of home security.Daniel Ocampo smiles while giving interview to camera/innovative-education/news/2024/ai-grad-certificate-helps-systems-engineer.aspxNews/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf_unveils_office_of_microcredentials.aspxAs professionals strive to stay competitive in their fields, USF’s new Office of Microcredentials and Registration Services will meet the growing demand for non-credit education opportunities. Microcredentials are essential to ensure lifelong success, and a learning community with the proper support and resources is more valuable than ever.External ArticleWed, 07 Aug 2024 11:58:50 91��Ƶunveils Office of Microcredentials for lifelong learning and career advancementAs professionals strive to stay competitive in their fields, USF’s new Office of Microcredentials and Registration Services will meet the growing demand for non-credit education opportunities. Microcredentials are essential to ensure lifelong success, and a learning community with the proper support and resources is more valuable than ever.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf_unveils_office_of_microcredentials.aspxCorporate Training,News/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/truman_alfaro_joins_ctpe.aspxGrowing up in Fort Myers, FL, Truman Alfaro never anticipated that he would one day be working on hit movies like “High School Musical,” “Descendants,” and “Hocus Pocus” in Los Angeles. After spending 13 years in Hollywood as a producer and production manager, Alfaro has joined the Corporate Training and Professional Education team at USF.External ArticleTue, 06 Aug 2024 11:42:13 From Hollywood to higher education: Truman Alfaro joins USF's Corporate Training and Professional Education teamGrowing up in Fort Myers, FL, Truman Alfaro never anticipated that he would one day be working on hit movies like “High School Musical,” “Descendants,” and “Hocus Pocus” in Los Angeles. After spending 13 years in Hollywood as a producer and production manager, Alfaro has joined the Corporate Training and Professional Education team at USF.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/truman_alfaro_joins_ctpe.aspxCorporate Traininghttps://www.zerodensity.io/news/projects/education-meets-virtual-production-at-the-university-of-south-florida-studios/Do you ever feel like you’re losing the battle for your students’ attention? What if you could deliver academic content in an engaging, familiar format? Welcome to the immersive world of virtual production and real-time motion graphics and a practical use case in education by the University of 91��Ƶ (USF).External ArticleMon, 01 Jul 2024 00:22:34 Education Meets Virtual Production at the University of 91��Ƶ StudiosDo you ever feel like you’re losing the battle for your students’ attention? What if you could deliver academic content in an engaging, familiar format? Welcome to the immersive world of virtual production and real-time motion graphics and a practical use case in education by the University of 91��Ƶ (USF).University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.zerodensity.io/news/projects/education-meets-virtual-production-at-the-university-of-south-florida-studios/Innovation,Video/innovative-education/news/2024/excellence-in-online-education-2024-innovation-in-online-design-and-teaching-award-winners.aspxThree 91��Ƶfaculty members have earned recognition for the online teaching practices they have implemented to get their students excited, engaged, and immersed in the online learning environment.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 21 Jun 2024 13:06:44 Excellence in online education: Winners of the 2024 Innovation in Online Design and Teaching AwardThree 91��Ƶfaculty members have earned recognition for the online teaching practices they have implemented to get their students excited, engaged, and immersed in the online learning environment.headshot of erika v martienz PH.D/innovative-education/news/2024/excellence-in-online-education-2024-innovation-in-online-design-and-teaching-award-winners.aspxAwards,Learning Design/innovative-education/news/2024/in-ed-leads-way-with-generative-ai-education-workshop.aspxGenerative AI – many of us have heard of or tried it out, but few know how to use it to its full potential. 91��ƵInnovative Education’s new workshop for faculty, Course Enhancement with Generative AI, enables them to take full advantage of this evolving technology.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 11 Jun 2024 09:35:46 91��ƵInnovative Education leads the way in generative AI education for faculty through beginner-friendly workshopGenerative AI – many of us have heard of or tried it out, but few know how to use it to its full potential. 91��ƵInnovative Education’s new workshop for faculty, Course Enhancement with Generative AI, enables them to take full advantage of this evolving technology.man with headphones sits at computer /innovative-education/news/2024/in-ed-leads-way-with-generative-ai-education-workshop.aspxInnovation/innovative-education/news/2024/ined-studios-collaborates-with-zero-density-hosting-open-house.aspxIn an eye-opening showcase today, InEd Studios, in collaboration with the cutting-edge tech company Zero Density, highlighted the future of higher education at the Virtual Production open house event.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 07 Jun 2024 09:56:03 91��ƵInnovative Education Studios collaborates with Zero Density to host open house showcasing virtual production and real-time motion graphicsIn an eye-opening showcase today, InEd Studios, in collaboration with the cutting-edge tech company Zero Density, highlighted the future of higher education at the Virtual Production open house event.2 men stand in a green screen studio/innovative-education/news/2024/ined-studios-collaborates-with-zero-density-hosting-open-house.aspxInnovation,Video/news/2024/innovative-education-helping-revolutionize-courses-through-generative-ai.aspxWith artificial intelligence technology rapidly advancing, 91��Ƶstudents will soon see some changes in their courses and how they participate in assignments. USF’s Innovative Education has made generative AI part of its broader strategy as it seeks to help faculty integrate it into online courses – serving as a test case for broader course instruction.External ArticleThu, 23 May 2024 10:03:35 USF’s Innovative Education helping revolutionize courses through generative AIWith artificial intelligence technology rapidly advancing, 91��Ƶstudents will soon see some changes in their courses and how they participate in assignments. USF’s Innovative Education has made generative AI part of its broader strategy as it seeks to help faculty integrate it into online courses – serving as a test case for broader course instruction.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/innovative-education-helping-revolutionize-courses-through-generative-ai.aspxInnovation/innovative-education/news/2024/online-msw-student-finds-new-calling.aspxAfter retiring from his 20-year law enforcement career, Shawn Fox decided to take the next phase of his career in a new direction. With an existing master’s degree in psychology, he began teaching as an adjunct but soon realized that his ultimate goal was to be a counselor.Tue, 21 May 2024 09:12:11 Online MSW student finds new calling in counseling after a two-decade-long law enforcement careerAfter retiring from his 20-year law enforcement career, Shawn Fox decided to take the next phase of his career in a new direction. With an existing master’s degree in psychology, he began teaching as an adjunct but soon realized that his ultimate goal was to be a counselor.online student spotlight headshot of shawn fox/innovative-education/news/2024/online-msw-student-finds-new-calling.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/justin-tash-journey-to-a-career-in-social-work.aspxServing in the United States Air Force for seven years, Justin Tash witnessed the mental health struggles among colleagues and experienced his own emotional health battles while growing up in a military family and serving on active duty.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 09 May 2024 08:48:16 From serving in the Air Force to serving his community - Justin Tash's journey to a career in social workServing in the United States Air Force for seven years, Justin Tash witnessed the mental health struggles among colleagues and experienced his own emotional health battles while growing up in a military family and serving on active duty.online msw student spotlight justin tash smiles in army fatigues/innovative-education/news/2024/justin-tash-journey-to-a-career-in-social-work.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/mission_to_make_a_difference_through_behavior_analysis.aspxBy the time he was three years old, Kevin Kent had been through six open heart surgeries. Fast forward 29 years and Kent is now giving back to kids in the same way he was helped as a child – he’s now a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), working with children, some of them struggling with the same challenges he overcame.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 02 May 2024 09:30:42 From Patient to Practitioner: Kevin Kent’s Mission to Make a Difference Through Behavior AnalysisBy the time he was three years old, Kevin Kent had been through six open heart surgeries. Fast forward 29 years and Kent is now giving back to kids in the same way he was helped as a child – he’s now a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), working with children, some of them struggling with the same challenges he overcame.Online aba alumni spotlight headshot of Kevin/innovative-education/news/2024/mission_to_make_a_difference_through_behavior_analysis.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/from_army_to_computing.aspxA veteran of the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, Joshua Santobianco is familiar with witnessing intimidating jumps and soaring to new heights – in military planes. While he’s not maintaining weapons or conducting wartime exercises anymore, he’s leaping into a new career through USF’s Pathway to Computing Graduate Certificate.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 30 Apr 2024 14:39:18 From the Army to Computing: Joshua Santobianco’s Journey to a New CareerA veteran of the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, Joshua Santobianco is familiar with witnessing intimidating jumps and soaring to new heights – in military planes. While he’s not maintaining weapons or conducting wartime exercises anymore, he’s leaping into a new career through USF’s Pathway to Computing Graduate Certificate.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/innovative-education/news/2024/from_army_to_computing.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/psychology_grad_finds_passion_for_applied_behavior_analysis.aspxAfter landing a chance job teaching children how to eat and try new foods to expand their diets, Faith Raulerson discovered a passion for applied behavior analysis.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 30 Apr 2024 10:53:01 How chewing food helped a psychology grad find her passion for Applied Behavior AnalysisAfter landing a chance job teaching children how to eat and try new foods to expand their diets, Faith Raulerson discovered a passion for applied behavior analysis.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/innovative-education/news/2024/psychology_grad_finds_passion_for_applied_behavior_analysis.aspxNews/innovative-education/news/2024/ined_provides_learning_and_production_facilities_for_faculty.aspxInnovative Education offers an expansive suite of resources across the Tampa, St. Pete, and Sarasota–Manatee campuses, providing faculty with tools to transform their digital course content.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 16 Apr 2024 11:10:54 Innovative Education provides state-of-the-art learning and production facilities for 91��Ƶfaculty across all three campusesInnovative Education offers an expansive suite of resources across the Tampa, St. Pete, and Sarasota–Manatee campuses, providing faculty with tools to transform their digital course content.faculty member stands in front of computer screen and is being taught how to use the camera by digital learning training and support member/innovative-education/news/2024/ined_provides_learning_and_production_facilities_for_faculty.aspxFaculty Training/innovative-education/news/2024/ined_dl_training_and_support_teams_provide_live_assistance_to_faculty.aspxOver 400 91��Ƶfaculty have benefited from Digital Learning Live Support by saving time, getting immediate answers, and gaining a deeper understanding of the digital learning environment.Tatiana Del ValleThu, 11 Apr 2024 09:35:59 Innovative Education’s Digital Learning Training and Support Teams Provide Live Assistance to FacultyOver 400 91��Ƶfaculty have benefited from Digital Learning Live Support by saving time, getting immediate answers, and gaining a deeper understanding of the digital learning environment.a live support specialist sits on a video call with 3 other people. /innovative-education/news/2024/ined_dl_training_and_support_teams_provide_live_assistance_to_faculty.aspxFaculty Training/innovative-education/news/2024/online-instructor-certification-award.aspx91��ƵInnovative Education’s Digital Learning Training & Support Team was recently recognized with an Excellence in Practice Award from the Association for Talent Development for its institutional certification program, the Online Instructor Certification. The award was given in recognition of the OIC’s impact as a faculty professional development program in the ATD’s Learning and Development category.Tatiana Del ValleWed, 20 Mar 2024 13:05:35 91��ƵOnline Instructor Certification Earns International Recognition with Association for Talent Development Excellence in Practice Award91��ƵInnovative Education’s Digital Learning Training & Support Team was recently recognized with an Excellence in Practice Award from the Association for Talent Development for its institutional certification program, the Online Instructor Certification. The award was given in recognition of the OIC’s impact as a faculty professional development program in the ATD’s Learning and Development category.digital learning faculty training and support members pose with award winner sign/innovative-education/news/2024/online-instructor-certification-award.aspxAwards,Faculty Resources/news/2024/usf-invites-families-to-first-ever-community-festival-on-march-2.aspxThe University of 91��Ƶ is hosting Bulls Family Fest! With educational, cultural, and sports activities, plus entertainment, the free event showcases 91��Ƶand local opportunities. Join us on Saturday, March 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at USF's Tampa campus. Before the fest, the inaugural Rocky’s Run 5k starts at 8 a.m.External ArticleThu, 29 Feb 2024 11:57:45 91��Ƶinvites families to first-ever community festival on March 2The University of 91��Ƶ is hosting Bulls Family Fest! With educational, cultural, and sports activities, plus entertainment, the free event showcases 91��Ƶand local opportunities. Join us on Saturday, March 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at USF's Tampa campus. Before the fest, the inaugural Rocky’s Run 5k starts at 8 a.m.University of 91��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2024/usf-invites-families-to-first-ever-community-festival-on-march-2.aspxNews,Youth Experiences/innovative-education/news/2024/usf-bulls-family-fest.aspxThe University of 91��Ƶ will host its first Bulls Family Fest, an exciting event for families complete with a wide range of activities for all ages on Saturday, March 2. From educational and cultural activities to sports and entertainment, Bulls Family Fest provides a taste of the many opportunities available at 91��Ƶand in the local community.Tatiana Del ValleFri, 16 Feb 2024 14:36:51 91��ƵBulls Family Fest – Includes Mascot Race and Varied ActivitiesThe University of 91��Ƶ will host its first Bulls Family Fest, an exciting event for families complete with a wide range of activities for all ages on Saturday, March 2. From educational and cultural activities to sports and entertainment, Bulls Family Fest provides a taste of the many opportunities available at 91��Ƶand in the local community.bulls family fest 2024 logo/innovative-education/news/2024/usf-bulls-family-fest.aspx/innovative-education/news/2024/usf-offers-record-number-of-summer-camps.aspxThe University of 91��Ƶ will offer more than 40 educational youth summer camps, including new camps focusing on business, technology, athletics, medicine, science and law. Registration opens Feb. 1, and many are expected to sell out within days.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 91��Ƶoffers record number of summer camps for K-12 studentsThe University of 91��Ƶ will offer more than 40 educational youth summer camps, including new camps focusing on business, technology, athletics, medicine, science and law. Registration opens Feb. 1, and many are expected to sell out within days.Two students hold up a 91��ƵU during everyone can code camp/innovative-education/news/2024/usf-offers-record-number-of-summer-camps.aspxYouth Experiences/innovative-education/news/2024/amazon-employees-enhance-skills-lean-six-sigma-cert.aspxA dozen Amazon employees gathered at the Amazon warehouse in Ruskin, Florida in December – arguably one of the busiest months of the year for the powerhouse company – to celebrate earning the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.Tatiana Del ValleWed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Amazon Employees Enhance Skills with USF’s Lean Six Sigma Black Belt CertificationA dozen Amazon employees gathered at the Amazon warehouse in Ruskin, Florida in December – arguably one of the busiest months of the year for the powerhouse company – to celebrate earning the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.Group of Lean Six Sigma graduates pose with their new certificates. /innovative-education/news/2024/amazon-employees-enhance-skills-lean-six-sigma-cert.aspxCorporate Training/innovative-education/news/2024/green-and-gold-quality-online-design.aspxSince Spring 2023, nearly 150 91��Ƶfaculty members have completed Innovative Education Digital Learning’s online course design and development process and earned green or gold high-quality online designations for their courses.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 91��ƵFaculty Collaborate with InEd to Earn Green and Gold Quality Online Designations for CoursesSince Spring 2023, nearly 150 91��Ƶfaculty members have completed Innovative Education Digital Learning’s online course design and development process and earned green or gold high-quality online designations for their courses.2 women sitting at computer with green and gold badge graphics overlay/innovative-education/news/2024/green-and-gold-quality-online-design.aspxAwards,Learning Design