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<\/a><\/p>\nThe bootcamp will take place in McGraw 19A on a series of Tuesday afternoons this April (4\/10, 4\/17, 4\/24) from 3:30 pm to 4:20 pm. The bootcamp will offer demonstrations, hands-on practice, and discussion of applications in Spark. Even though there is no expectation for outside work between sessions, for the sake of time, the second and third sessions will build on the prior session(s).<\/p>\n
All faculty and instructional staff are welcome to attend the \u201cTeaching with Spark Bootcamp.\u201d Registration is recommended, but walk-ins are also welcome. UW-Whitewater now has a campus license for Spark<\/a>, so, even if you\u2019ve never logged into Spark before, you will not need anything beyond a computer and\/or mobile device for this bootcamp.<\/p>\n Please note: There is no stipend associated with attending the \u201cTeaching with Spark Bootcamp.\u201d However, if you complete all three sessions, you will receive a badge.<\/em><\/p>\n Bootcamp Summary:<\/span><\/p>\n April 10th, 2018: Why Should I Use Spark?<\/em><\/p>\n Registration Link: http:\/\/my.uww.edu\/signup\/Registration\/Details\/15513<\/a><\/p>\n This first session introduces participants to Cisco Spark, and why they might benefit from incorporating it into their teaching. Participants will be introduced to the concepts of \u201cTeams\u201d and \u201cSpaces.\u201d Facilitators will provide examples to help participants understand what Spark is (and is not), how Spark works, and the purpose in using Spark.<\/p>\n April 17th, 2018: How Do I Use Spark?<\/em><\/p>\n Registration Link: http:\/\/my.uww.edu\/signup\/Registration\/Details\/15514<\/a><\/p>\n This second session provides participants with a hands-on technical training with Cisco Spark. Participants will practice creating \u201cTeams\u201d and \u201cSpaces,\u201d as well using Spark to communicate and collaborate with others.<\/p>\n April 24th, 2018: Now What Do I Do With Spark?<\/em><\/p>\n Registration Link: http:\/\/my.uww.edu\/signup\/Registration\/Details\/15515<\/a><\/p>\n This third, and final, session provides participants with a forum to discuss potential applications of Spark in their teaching. Facilitators will provide participants with \u201cbest practices\u201d for using Spark based on recent pilots of Spark conducted with UW-Whitewater instructors.<\/p>\n If you have any questions about the \u201cTeaching with Spark Bootcamp,\u201d or any other LTC training or workshop, feel free to contact the LTC: ltc@uww.edu<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Learning Technology Center\u2019s (LTC) first ever \u201cTeaching with Spark Bootcamp\u201d will take place in McGraw 19A on a series of Tuesday afternoons this April (4\/10, 4\/17, 4\/24) from 3:30 pm to 4:20 pm. This bootcamp will offer demonstrations, hands-on practice, and discussion of applications in Spark. Continue reading