COVID-19 Virtual Staff PD NOT Organized by TCC
COVID-19Staff Professional Development Opportunities
Virtual PD NOT Organized by TCC
There is a wealth of virtual PD available to you while you learn from home. The following opportunities have been reviewed and included as great options for you. These opportunities are not managed by TCC - meaning we probably can't answer all of your questions about these resources. Please seek pre-approval from your supervisor prior to engaging in these or any PD opportunities on paid work time.
Looking for printable PDFs for professional development? Contact Natalie Boes (nboes@tacomacc.edu) in the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for more information.
Virtual PD
Click on the types you are interested in learning more about. Some of these opportunities require you to register with an external organization, others do not. Refer to the webpages linked for each resource to learn how to access them.
Live PD - NOT Organized by TCC
Many organizations are offering free webinars in April. That means you can join the workshop synchronously (i.e. live!) with other professionals to learn together. We'll be adding to this list as the quarter progresses to check back often! All times are in PST although many of these sessions will be held from the East Coast.
Have you been sent a great *free* PD opportunity? Send it to Kristen Lawson (klawson@tacomacc.edu) to be included in this list.
Online PD Courses
This is a list of some great, virtual PD you can participate in while working off-campus that is organized by topic. This list will be updated throughout April, so check back regularly for more opportunities.
Communication
- "Continuity and Learning (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~12 hours of PD time
- "Facilitating Group Discussions (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~2 hours of PD time
- "Key Skill Assessment: Communication (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~50 hours of PD time
- "Effective Communication in the Workplace (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~24 hours of PD time
- "The Importance of Interpersonal Skills (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~3 hours of PD time
- "Communication, Management, and your own Context (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "The Seven Challenges Workbook: Communication skills for success at home & work (Links to an external site.)"
- Available in English and Spanish
- OER Workbook, New Conversations
- ~30 hours of PD time
Conflict Resolution
- "Professional Relationships with Young People (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Key Skill Assessment: Working with others (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~50 hours of PD time
- "Key Skill Assessment: Problem Solving (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~50 hours of PD time
- "Difference and Challenge in Teams (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~2 hours of PD time
- "Working with Dilemmas (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)
- "Sharing Power and Transforming Educational Practice (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Inclusive Education: Knowing what we mean (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Learning and Practice: Agency and identities (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Exploring Equality and Equity in Education (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~10 hours of PD time
- "Working in Diverse Teams (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~24 hours of PD time
Leadership
- "The 'Why' and 'What' of Educational Leadership and Management (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Exploring Educational Leadership (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
- "Leadership and Followership (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~24 hours of PD time
- "Leadership Challenges in Turbulent Times (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~9 hours of PD time
Management
- "Managing Virtual Project Teams (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Networked Practitioner: Open or closed practice? (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
- "Employment Relations and Employee Engagement (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~10 hours of PD time
- "Discovering Management (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~15 hours of PD time
- "Communication, Management, and your own Context (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
- "Managing and Managing People (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~8 hours of PD time
Mental Health and Wellness
- "Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
Links to an external site."
- Open Course, CDC
- ~5 hours of PD time
- "Developing Career Resilience (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~24 hours of PD time
- "Punching through Pandemics with Psychological Science (Links to an external site.)"
- Open Course, Oregon State University
- Starts March 30 and runs for 10 weeks (but you can join any time!)
- ~50 hours of PD time
Operations
- "Remote Working: Setting Yourself and Your Teams Up for Success
Links to an external site."
- Temporarily free course, Lynda.com/LinkedIn Learning
- ~16 hours of PD time
- "Managing Systems Thinking in Practice (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~24 hours of PD time
- "Introduction to Operations Management (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~6 hours of PD time
- "Discovering Development Management (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~3 hours of PD time
- "Understanding Operations Management (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
- "Project Management: The start of the project journey (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~10 hours of PD time
Safety and Security
- "Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Links to an external site."
- Open Course, CDC
- ~5 hours of PD time
- "Principles of Prevention
Links to an external site."
- Open Course, CDC
- ~5 hours of PD time
- "Sure, I know how to talk to people! (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
- "Step up to Leadership (Links to an external site.)"
- OER Course, The Open University
- ~4 hours of PD time
Innovative Educators On-Demand Webinars
Innovative Educators is offering free, on-demand webinars. You can visit their free trainings website and find one or a few that are of interest to you.
Innovative Educators Free Trainings Links to an external site.
WA State Dpt of Enterprise Services Online Learning
The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services has created an online learning for continued workforce development for all state employees to access. They have a variety of resources, such as articles, videos, and white papers you can access.
WA State Dpt of Enterprise Services Online Learning Links to an external site.
Microsoft Imagine Academy Online
"The Washington State Library's statewide subscription to Microsoft Imagine Academy provides Washington state residents free access to high quality online learning resources covering Microsoft Office (Productivity) applications, computer science, data science, and IT infrastructure. Resources for each Learning path are listed [on their website.]" Check out their website for more information.
WA State Library: Microsoft Imagine Academy Online Learning Links to an external site.
Khan Academy
Looking to learn more about personal finance? Interested in learning what growth mindset is? Khan Academy has courses on these topics and much more. Check out the PD opportunities on their website to enhance your knowledge and skills.
League for Innovation
TCC is a League for Innovation Links to an external site. college, which means that all faculty and staff can enjoy the benefits of membership. To take full advantage of these benefits, please create an account on their website to receive news and notification on events and project opportunities.
Lynda.com/LinkedIn Learning
Lynda.com has made their Remote Working: Setting Yourself and Your Teams Up for Success course available for free. If you have a WA State Library Card, you can access even more of their courses.
Mental Health and Wellness Activities
Looking to start your day with mindfulness techniques? Want to know more about breathing exercises you can use to manage stress? Consider joining one of these remote sessions or accessing one or more of these resources.
- AARP Spread the Facts: Tips for older adults and their families to stay home, stay healthy Links to an external site.
- SKY Campus Happiness Links to an external site.
- WA State Employee Assistance Program On-Demand and Live Webinars Links to an external site.
- VetoViolence Resources and Short Courses Links to an external site.
- CDC Adverse Childhood Experiences Resources Links to an external site.
- Managing Stress During Distance Learning – How Faculty Can Support Their Students Recorded Webinar Links to an external site.
Sustainability, Nature, and Eco Learning
Spring finally feels like it's here. If you're interested in taking some of your learning outside, start here! Check out these outdoor learning opportunities.
Other
As we get other PD opportunities that don't fit into the categories above, we'll add them here. Check back regularly to see what has come through our inboxes.
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Articles
- Planning for University Crisis Management: The Seven-Step Approach Links to an external site., Planning for Higher Education Journal
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Transformative Change Initiative
Links to an external site., The Office of Community College Research and Leadership (OCCRL) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign - Using Positive Turbulence for Planning and Change Links to an external site., Planning for Higher Education Journal
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Conference Slides and Presentations
- The Physical Campus in a Digital World Links to an external site., The Society for College and University Planning
- COMPACT20 Virtual Gathering Links to an external site., May 11-13, Free Online Conference from Compact
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Podcasts
- Episode One: Distributing $6.3 Billion in Emergency Aid for Students Links to an external site., The Key from Inside Higher Ed
- Episode Two: What Should a Federal Jobs Bill Do?, Links to an external site. The Key from Inside Higher Ed
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Videos
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Applying the Basics of Universal Design for Learning to your Syllabus and Your Course,
Links to an external site.
from CAST
- Emergency Preparedness and Response Links to an external site., The CDC
- Workplace Safety and Health Links to an external site., The CDC
- Life Stages and Populations Links to an external site., The CDC
- Diseases and Conditions Links to an external site., The CDC
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The State of Tacoma Schools.
Links to an external site.from Graduate Tacoma
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Engaging Online Learners,
Links to an external site.from Graduate Tacoma
- Spread the Facts Links to an external site. series from AARP
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Applying the Basics of Universal Design for Learning to your Syllabus and Your Course,
Links to an external site.
Did you receive a resource that could be used as professional development for your colleagues? Email it to Kristen Lawson (klawson@tacomacc.edu) for review and possible inclusion on this page.
Looking for the OLE PD registration link?
REGISTER
OLE Workshops and PD Session Registration Link Links to an external site.
Please note: Only OLE-organized PD will appear on this registration list. If you are participating in PD NOT organized by OLE. it will not appear on this list.
Questions? Comments?
If you cannot find something that meets your needs, please let us know.