Please be sure to register for workshops early! Visit the Vision Resource Center Calendar, Select a workshop, and click on "request" to enroll. Register now and complete your FLEX hours for the 2025/2026 school year!
10:00am-11:30am
Library Basement Room 10, East Campus / Canvas Clean Up Via Zoom
Presenter: Melody Jensen
Join me to discover the heart and soul of mentoring and the key three elements that
make a mentoring relationship successful. Bring your reflective self to this presentation.
You'll need it! This will be a HyFlex workshop. Participants can join in Library Basement
Room 10 and over Zoom.
11:00am-12:00pm
Founders Hall TBD, East Campus
Presenter: Shirley Miranda
Join me to discover the heart and soul of mentoring and the key three elements that
make a mentoring relationship successful. Bring your reflective self to this presentation.
You'll need it!
1:00pm-2:00pm
Forging a way through AI Via Zoom
Presenter: Tara Bunag
Writing papers and creating are important parts of many courses, but it can be difficult
to see the process behind the writing. Through this workshop, see the options of The
Forge, from LibreText, in making this invisible process a bit more visible. This new,
free platform allows you to see into the process of writing, helping to guide students
while they write, and provide templates and other assistance to improve confidence
in the work they create. Visibility into the process also makes it easier to help
students to avoid inappropriate uses of AI, plagiarism, and other common issues, while
supporting good writing practices, such as drafts, revisions, and writing in shorter
segments earlier in the process versus the night before due dates. No preparation
is required for this workshop, but you may find it helpful to set up a LibreText account if you do not have one already.
2:00pm-3:30pm
Library Basement 10, East Campus / Beginner DesignTools Via Zoom
Presenter: Melody Jensen
This session, presented by Melody Jensen (Instructional Designer at MJC), is a beginner-friendly
introduction to the DesignTools integration available for MJC faculty in Canvas. You
will learn about what it is and where to use it, as well as five easy options for
enhancing the design of your Canvas course pages. These features (callouts, buttons,
accordions, image styles, and knowledge checks) are some of the quick and easy options
available. This session will include an extended Q&A. This will be a HyFlex workshop.
Participants can join in Library Basement Room 10 and over Zoom.
10:00am-11:00am
Center for Advance Technologies, CAT 136, East Campus
Presenter: Alejandra Cordovaz
Are your students struggling to stay engaged in your online or hybrid courses? Often,
the culprit is a text-heavy Canvas course—long paragraphs, minimal visuals, and little
interaction. The good news? You don’t need to be a graphic designer to create a dynamic,
student-friendly learning experience.
Join us for this practical workshop where you’ll discover simple, high-impact strategies
to make your Canvas courses visually appealing and compliant with Regular and Substantive
Interaction (RSI) requirements.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
Who Should Attend?
Faculty and instructional staff looking to improve online and hybrid course design
without advanced graphic design skills.
Format: Interactive workshop with live demos and actionable takeaways.
10:00am-11:00am
Library Basement 10, East Campus / Practical Tools Via Zoom
Presenters: Dr. Alexandria Joy Aiello, Melody Jensen
This session explores simple and approachable ways to integrate meaningful formative
feedback into your online courses. Faculty will learn how frequent, low-stakes feedback
delivered through tools like Canvas Studio, Canvas features, and Kahoot! can help
students monitor their progress, clarify misunderstandings, and stay motivated. Participants
will examine examples, practice designing feedback opportunities, and leave with practical
strategies they can use immediately in their courses. This will be a HyFlex workshop.
Participants can join in Library Basement Room 10 and over Zoom.
11:00am-12:00pm
Presenter: Dr. Theresa Stovall
Mentoring with Social Theories Via Zoom (LINK NEEDED)
People who are passionate about their profession and are willing to share their professional
insights with others are a key component to the mentoring equation. In addition, one
must consider the art of socialization: The ability to identify and value the effective
practices of others and integrate those assets in order to achieve a unified goal.
Some may say “that mentors assume responsibility to behave in a manner that will benefit
the mentee. The element of friendship involved in the mentoring relationship is crucial
to fulfilling this responsibility” (Zagumny 43). Simply put, mentors are the friends
you rely on at work. During this session, I will discuss the importance of establishing
common interest as a means to develop an effective mentoring relationship.
12:00pm-1:00pm
Presenter: Optimism One
YFA Training Via Zoom
YFA General Training and discussion around procedures pertaining to faculty roles
and responsibilities. This session will include a review of the updated contract and
board policy requirements. Meeting ID: 878 4086 2162 / Dial by your location 1 669 444 9171 US
1:00pm-5:00pm
Location TBA
Presenter: Tobi Thomas
Closed training course intended for only instructors that are part of the Elementary
Teacher Education pathway that have already been identified for contextualizing their
course.
2:00pm-3:00pm
Presenter: Garry Hayes & Susan Kerr
Science Community Center 325, West Campus / Getting Students into the Field Via Zoom
Explore the challenges of taking MJC students into the field! Join Garry Hayes for
a review of the planning, preparation, and execution of field studies experiences.
Learn the details of getting reservations, fee waivers, transportation, funding, and
preparing for the unexpected. Zoom Passcode is Hayes.
2:00pm-3:30pm
Library Basement 10, East Campus / RSI and Student Success Via Zoom
Presenter: Dr. Alexandria Joy Aiello, Aishah Saleh
This session will help you build a practical understanding of Regular and Substantive
Interaction (RSI) and how it connects to the ACCJC accreditation process. We’ll walk
through what ACCJC looks for, highlight common questions and challenges, and explore
real examples of meaningful instructor-initiated interaction, from announcements and
discussions to multimedia and feedback. The session will offer supportive, practical
strategies for weaving RSI into your course in ways that feel natural and manageable.
By the end, you’ll feel more confident recognizing what counts as RSI, finding ways
to strengthen your own classes, and understanding how your everyday teaching practices
play an important role in MJC’s accreditation and student success.
3:00pm-4:00pm
YCCD IT ServiceNow Via Zoom
Presenter: Latisha Gault
An informative workshop designed to help you navigate and effectively use YCCD's IT
ServiceNow platform. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of ServiceNow,
highlighting its features and benefits. You'll learn the key differences between incidents
and requests, how to submit access requests, and the best practices for reporting
issues. Whether you're new to ServiceNow or looking to enhance your skills, this workshop
will equip you with the knowledge to streamline your IT service interactions and improve
your productivity.
10:00am-11:00am
Student Center Rm 2, East Campus / Collaborative Workshop Via Zoom
Presenters: Kristina Bethel, Eric Garcia, Cari Rumayor
A planning session facilitated by Kristi Bethel (Director of Outreach & Community
Partnerships) and MJC Counselors Cari Rumayor and Eric Garcia. The session will bring
Counseling and Outreach teams together to align practices and ensure excellent service
for prospective MJC seniors.
Topics Include:
*This workshop is designed for MJC counselors and members of the MJC Outreach and Community Partnerships team.
10:00am-11:30am
Presenter: Melody Jensen
Library Basement 10, East Campus / Interm. Design Tools Via Zoom
For this intermediate-level session, presented by Melody Jensen (Instructional Designer
at MJC), you will learn about more complex features that are available in the DesignTools
integration, focusing on Themes, Content Blocks, and the Style Editor. In addition
to tutorials about how to use these three features, participants familiar with DesignTools
are encouraged to bring their laptops, showcase their current projects, or ask questions
for technical support and design feedback. Basic HTML knowledge is recommended (but
not required) for using these features. There will be time for an open Q&A. This will
be a HyFlex workshop. Participants can join in Library Basement Room 10 and over Zoom.
11:00am-12:30pm
Presenters: Julie Ayala, Elsa Pourabdi, Bianca Cavazos
MJC Caring Campus invites you to join us on a walking tour of the new student experience
on the MJC West Campus. This workshop provides an opportunity to learn the steps required
to become a student at MJC and visit the departments that make it happen.
11:00am-12:00pm
SLO Cohort Oboarding Via Zoom
Presenters: Kevin Alavezos, Katie Cochran, Caterina Grossi
MJC is in its second semester of the transition to Canvas Insights as the college's
platform for SLO assessment. The new platform lives directly in Canvas allowing you
to assess as you grade! These sessions will provide faculty who are scheduled to assess
this Spring semester with an introduction to the new platform and will include a guided
set-up to ensure you leave the session ready for the Spring semester! If you are
not scheduled to assess this semester, but want to learn more about the platform,
you are welcome to join as well. IF ATTENDING IN-PERSON, PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP OR
TABLET.
11:00am-12:30pm
Mentoring for Impact Via Zoom
Presenters: Kate Hey and Annaliese Hausler-Akpovi
This two-part workshop brings together the emotional foundations of good mentoring
with the practical tools of coaching.
In Part 1 (Kate Hey), Supporting Well-Being — the Human Side of Mentoring, we focus
on how mentors can create a supportive, emotionally healthy environment where mentees
feel seen, heard, and valued. Participants will gain practical strategies for nurturing
well-being and building trust in their mentoring relationships.
In Part 2 (Annaliese Hausler-Akpovi), Mentoring Like a Coach: Guiding, Not Telling,
we shift toward a coaching mindset. Instead of relying on the traditional “wise mentor”
model, we explore a coaching approach that help mentees think independently, develop
confidence, and make informed choices.
Together, these sessions offer a holistic framework for mentoring—one that supports
both the emotional and developmental needs of the mentee while giving mentors tools
to guide with empathy.
Zoom Password: Mondays
11:00am-12:00pm
Embedding the Library Via Zoom
Presenter: Michael Leamy
Join Olga Castaneda and Michael Leamy as they talk about all the ways to embed library
services into your course, in person or online. Take advantage of an Embedded Librarian.
Have a librarian visit your class. Embed content from our databases into your Canvas
Shell. Work with a librarian to create a Course Guide and...embed that in Canvas too!
We're working to be where your students are! Find out how!
1:00pm-2:00pm
Center for Advance Technologies, CAT 116, East Campus
Presenter: Samantha McCarty & Julie Ayala
You don't know what you don't know. From a first time user to a seasoned employee
needing a refresher, we will take you through planning an event, making a reservation
in EMS, filling out Etrieve forms, and submitting a duplicating order.
2:00pm-3:00pm
Center for Advance Technologies, CAT 116, East Campus
Presenters: Julie Ayala & Lisa Allen
Modesto Junior College Caring Campus is committed to fostering a welcoming, supportive
environment for students and colleagues by championing Caring Campus behaviors. Join
us in becoming an Ambassador for change!
3:00pm-4:00pm
Club Training Via Zoom
Presenter: Lucy Hakimi
2025-2026 Club Training Workshop - Mandatory for All Club Advisors and All Club Executive
Officers. This club training session is designed to prepare all club advisors and
officers for a successful 2025-2026 school year. During this workshop, participants
will receive important information on club policies, event planning, financial procedures,
and leadership responsibilities.
Attendance is mandatory to ensure that all clubs comply with college guidelines and
operate smoothly throughout the year. Whether you are a returning officer or new to
your role, this training will provide valuable resources and answer any questions
you may have.
Please mark your calendars and come prepared to engage and learn. Your participation
is crucial for maintaining an active and thriving club community.
4:00pm-5:00pm
Federal Work Study 101 Via Zoom
Presenters: Aurelia Gonzalez and Shemi Warda
Aurelia Gonzalez and Shemi Warda will review the Federal Work-Study process, including
the steps and required documents needed to hire student workers. This presentation will cover student workers who are employed under the Federal Work-Study
program.
10:00am-11:30am
Presenters: Julie Ayala, Elsa Pourabdi, Bianca Cavazos
MJC Caring Campus invites you to join us on a walking tour of the new student experience
on the MJC East Campus. This workshop provides an opportunity to learn the steps required
to become a student at MJC and visit the departments that make it happen.
11:00am-12:00pm
Presenter: Brandon Gilbert
This workshop explores how mentoring and positive psychology work together to strengthen
social connectedness and create communities of belonging. Drawing on research from
positive emotions, the theory of psychosocial support, and perspectives on social
integration, participants will learn how mindful relationship-building enhances empathy
and professional growth. Through lecture and interactive activities, we will examine
how kindness, gratitude, and reflective dialogue support both mentors and mentees. Participants
will leave with practical strategies to foster meaningful relationships, cultivate
positive emotions, and build supportive educational environments.
11:00am-12:00pm
Health Professions Quad/Grass, West Campus
Presenter: Alex von Stade
Discover the fun, focus, and flow of Disc Golf. In this hands-on session you will
learn the essentials of disc golf, while exploring movement, mindfulness, and outdoor
recreation. No athletic background, or prior disc golf experience is required.
For a comfortable experience, please bring a pair of shoes that are appropriate for
walking on different surfaces(e.g. concrete, grass), and that may get wet from dew
on the grass. This is not a requirement, but a strong recommendation.
11:00am-12:00pm
SLO Cohort Oboarding Via Zoom
Presenters: Kevin Alavezos, Katie Cochran, Caterina Grossi
MJC is in its second semester of the transition to Canvas Insights as the college's
platform for SLO assessment. The new platform lives directly in Canvas allowing you
to assess as you grade! These sessions will provide faculty who are scheduled to assess
this Spring semester with an introduction to the new platform and will include a guided
set-up to ensure you leave the session ready for the Spring semester! If you are
not scheduled to assess this semester, but want to learn more about the platform,
you are welcome to join as well. IF ATTENDING IN-PERSON, PLEASE BRING A LAPTOP OR
TABLET.
1:00pm-5:00pm
Please see you area or the VRC for details
We'll be gathering in the West Campus Quad for Breakfast and Opening Ceremony of the Rise Up Center
Meet in Mary Stuart Rogers
2:00pm-4:00pm
Host: Melody Jensen
Library Room 10, East Campus / Online Open Office Hours Via Zoom
The MJC Online Education Team is hosting an afternoon Q&A session! If you have questions
about Canvas, course development, online teaching, and more, we encourage you to stop
by Library Basement Room 10 in person or join over Zoom, and chat!
