Super Staff Tuesdays
Super Staff Tuesdays provide dedicated staff with ongoing professional development opportunities tailored to personal, leadership, and technical skills. Whether mastering new technologies, improving communication strategies, or exploring innovative approaches to problem-solving, Super Staff Tuesdays offer a supportive space for growth and learning.
9/10 taming your to-do list
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Instructor: Philip Bonner
Description:
No one has more time than another, yet some people are more productive. Learn how to create and manage your to-do lists to help you increase your productivity. Upon completion of this session, you will be able to get more accomplished each day with your improved lists.
Measurable Learning Outcomes
Learn how to:
- Prioritize tasks and manage time more easily
- Reduce your stress related to deadlines and responsibilities.
9/10 Overview of Learning and Development Pathways
Time: 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Instructor: Richard Forrest
Description:
The L&D Pathway programs offered in FY25 help boost business, communication, and leadership skills to help MC employees work with our colleagues, teams, and clients effectively. Throughout the year, pathway offerings maximize the strengths needed to achieve a greater impact in the work we do now and aspire for the future.
Join this 30-minute speed session to understand what L&D pathway programs interest you and how changes to earning a pathway certificate include new levels of career support.
Session objectives
- Examine learning and development pathway classes for FY25
- Increased ability to plan for L&D classes on Super Tuesdays
- Appreciate the range of flexible, synchronous in-person, digital, and asynchronous learning programs.
9/10 Digital Marketing with Adobe InDesign
Time: 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Instructor: Fariha Alam
Description:
In the dynamic world of digital marketing, creating visually engaging content is crucial for capturing and retaining audience interest. This session is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their digital marketing skills through design, whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your abilities with Adobe InDesign.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Set up new documents, create custom workspaces, manage layers, and apply multiple-grid layouts and Parent Pages in Adobe InDesign.
- Design brochures, newsletters, and social media content that meet specific marketing objectives.
- Utilize key InDesign features, including importing text, using Auto Style, creating graphic frames, and placing images.
- Export designs optimized for both print and digital platforms.
9/10 is a cohort right for you?
Time: 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Instructor: Cynthia Lee Mauris
Description:
Professional Development—ELITE offers four cohort programs. Two focus on leadership: the Leadership Development Institute and the Global Leader. Two focus on supervision and management: Fundamentals of Supervision and MC Management. Hear what a cohort program includes and learn how to become involved in one that best meets your interests and needs.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this quick tips session, you will be able to:
- Define a cohort program.
- Define if you want to participate in one of the four cohorts.
- Register in Workday.
9/10 Unlocking the Benefits of the UDC Model: Building Inclusivity and Efficiency Across Departments
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Instructor: Adam Reed
Description:
Discover how the Universal Design Center (UDC) Model can help your department work smarter while fostering a more inclusive environment. This session will provide an overview of the UDC’s Three-Pillar Model—Universal Design (UD), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Digital Accessibility—and explain how these principles can streamline daily operations, improve communication, and ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Learn how integrating these concepts into your work can enhance both individual productivity and team success, all while contributing to a culture of inclusivity across Montgomery College.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify key elements of the UDC’s Three-Pillar Model (UD, UDL, and Digital Accessibility) that can be incorporated into daily tasks and communication to promote inclusivity.
- Implement at least one practical strategy from the UDC Model to make a routine task (e.g., documentation, meeting prep, or internal communication) more accessible and inclusive.
9/10 Performance and Professional Development Goals
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Instructor: Scot Brown
Description:
This training session is designed to equip employees with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively set and achieve both performance and professional development goals. Participants will learn the importance of aligning personal goals with organizational objectives, how to create SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals, and strategies for tracking progress and overcoming obstacles. The session will also cover best practices for ongoing professional development to foster career growth and continuous improvement.
Target Audience: Employees at all levels who are looking to enhance their goal-setting abilities and align their professional development with organizational success.
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Define SMART goals by articulating at least two performance or development goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
- Align personal goals with organizational objectives by drafting a goal that directly supports a current organizational priority.
- Create an action plan to achieve one of their goals, including key milestones and a timeline for completion.
- Identify potential obstacles and propose at least two strategies to overcome them in order to stay on track with goal achievement.
- Evaluate progress by selecting and describing at least two methods for tracking their progress toward goal completion over time.
- This session is interactive, combining theoretical understanding with practical exercises to ensure participants leave with actionable steps to apply immediately in their roles.
9/10 MCRPA – Networking & Relationship Building
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Instructor: Christine Crefton
Description:
Join us for an enlightening hour where we delve into the world of networking and relationship building within the community college environment. Designed to be both light-hearted and informative, this session is perfect for anyone looking to enrich their professional life and enhance their workplace happiness. Discover the subtle art of forming meaningful connections, the power of friendship at work, and the myriad benefits these relationships can bring to your personal and professional development. Through engaging discussions, interactive activities, and insights from the latest research, we’ll explore how to navigate the social landscape of work with ease and confidence. Get ready to transform your approach to networking and foster connections that not only last but also contribute to a fulfilling and successful career.
Outcomes:
- Enhanced Networking Skills: Participants will learn how to effectively initiate and nurture professional relationships, utilizing both in-person and digital platforms to expand their network within and beyond the community college.
- Understanding the Value of Work Friendships: Gain insights into how friendships at work can significantly boost job satisfaction, team performance, and personal well-being, armed with practical tips on overcoming challenges to making and keeping friends in the workplace.
- Actionable Strategies for Relationship Building: Walk away with a toolkit of strategies and small, actionable steps to cultivate a supportive work environment, improve communication, and foster a sense of belonging and community among colleagues.
9/10 microsoft word essentials – fall 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Instructor: Megan Calvert
Description:
This hands-on, small-group workshop will provide a solid foundation in the basic use of Microsoft Word. Whether you want an overview of the basics, are looking to become more efficient, or have used Word for years and just want to update your knowledge of newer features, this course is for you. Even experienced users can benefit from valuable tips, tricks, and timesavers along the way. The workshop will be conducted via Zoom.
To fully participate, participants should be able to access both the desktop (installed) and web versions of Word. We also recommend that you join the workshop from a computer with two monitors or from two side-by-side devices so you can view your instructor’s screen while completing the exercises. Visit the Microsoft Essentials website for a full list of the functions covered in this workshop and for more details on the technology required to participate.
Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Outcomes will be adjusted based on a participant survey and may include:
1. Navigate and customize the latest Word interfaces of both the web and desktop
2. Perform basic workplace tasks, including creating, saving, editing, formatting, polishing and printing documents
3. Identify and use newer features of Word, including cloud-based collaboration, modern templates, Styles, Themes, and the Accessibility Checker
9/10 Enhancing Administrative Efficiency with Power BI: A Powerful Tool for Visual Reporting
Time: 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
Instructor: Fariha Alam
Description:
This workshop is designed for administrative professionals who want to leverage Power BI to make their work more efficient and effective. You’ll learn the basics of Power BI and how it can be used to analyze data and create clear, visual reports. The workshop will guide you through the process of importing data into Power BI and creating personalized dashboards that provide you and your team with the insights needed to make informed decisions. By the end, you’ll be equipped to use Power BI to streamline your tasks and enhance overall efficiency in your role.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Navigate Power BI’s interface and utilize its key tools for administrative tasks.
- Successfully import datasets into Power BI and perform specific data transformations to prepare them for analysis.
- Create personalized dashboards that display relevant data for informed decision-making.