CITS Professional Development Workshop

University of Minnesota Duluth

August 24, 2022

Tracey Bolen and Lisa Jarvela

CITS Program Staff

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UMD CITS Contacts

Tracey Bolen

Interim Registrar

tbolen@d.umn.edu

218-726-7520

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Lisa Jarvela

UMD CITS Program Coordinator

ljarvela@d.umn.edu

218-726-6938

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Mailing Address:

Registrar/UMD College in the Schools Program

University of Minnesota Duluth

Darland Administration Building 139

1049 University Drive

Duluth, MN 55812-3011

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College in the Schools General Helpline:

UMDreg@d.umn.edu

218-726-8887

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CITS Part Time Staff:

Melanie Lahr, lahr0055@d.umn.edu

Krubo Miller, mill8557@d.umn.edu (student employee)

The University of Minnesota Duluth’s

Land Acknowledgement

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We collectively acknowledge that the University of Minnesota Duluth is located on the traditional, ancestral, and contemporary lands of Indigenous people. The University resides on land that was cared for and called home by the Anishinaabe people, and the Dakota people before them, from time immemorial. Ceded by the Anishinaabe in an 1854 treaty, this land holds great historical, spiritual, and personal significance for its original stewards, the Native nations and peoples of this region. We recognize and continually support and advocate for the sovereignty of the Native nations in this territory and beyond. By offering this land acknowledgement, we affirm tribal sovereignty and will work to hold the University of Minnesota Duluth accountable to American Indian peoples and nations.

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UMD CITS High School Partners, 2022-2023

1. Academic Excellence Online (AEO) High School
2. Barnum High School
3. Cloquet High School
4. Cook County
5. Denfeld High School
6. Duluth East High School
7. Esko High School
8. Grand Rapids High School
9. Harbor City International School
10. Hermantown High School

11. Hibbing High School
12. Marshall School **
13. McGregor High School **
14. Minnetonka High School **
15. Moose Lake High School
16. Proctor High School
17. Rockford High School
18. South Ridge High School
19. Two Harbors High School
20. William Kelley High School

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NEW UMD CITS FACULTY LIAISONS:

• Communications - Aaron Boyson
• English/Literature - John Schwetman
• Geography - Afton Clarke-Sather

NEW UMD CITS TEACHERS:

1. Claire Campbell, Hermantown High School - SPAN 1102
2. Johanna Cummins, Denfeld High School - SPAN 1201, SPAN 1202
3. Dave Esse, Cloquet High School - PE 1600, PE 1616
4. Melissa Ewen, Grand Rapids High School - CHEM 1153, CHEM 1154
5. Angelo Florestano, Denfeld High School - ECON 1003
6. Bran Forsman, Harbor City International School - CHEM 1153, CHEM 1154
7. Chris Granley, Grand Rapids High School - MATH 1250
8. Kevin Huseth, Cloquet High School - MU 1501

• Tessa Ikola, Minnetonka High School - COMM 1112
• Brenda Lilly, Esko High School - TH 1001
• Rachel Newman, Grand Rapids High School - SPAN 1102, SPAN 1201
• Al Ratai, Duluth East High School - PE 1616
• Greg Rohde, Marshall School - CHEM 1153, CHEM 1154, PHYS 1001
• Adam Whelan, Moose Lake High School - MATH 1250

WELCOME to the UMD College in the Schools Team!

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CONGRATULATIONS!!

CITS TEACHERS WITH AN ADDITIONAL COURSE APPROVAL:

1. Jenny Ahern, AEO High School - MATH 1250
2. Chad Eichers, Proctor High School - GEOG 1205
3. Eric Edmunds, Proctor High School - ENGL 1907
4. Ben Haugen, Esko High School - MATH 1250
5. Amy Johnson, William Kelley High School - MATH 1250
6. Jeff Packer, Two Harbors High School - MATH 1250
7. Stephanie Stevens, Grand Rapids High School - SPAN 1102

Mary Keenan

Associate Vice Chancellor

for Enrollment Management

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Source: UMD Office of Institutional Research

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Dual Enrollment is positively associated with…

• Increased confidence in college readiness
• Enhanced academic rigor
• High school graduation
• College enrollment
• College success, such as first term GPA
• Degree completion
• Reduced time to college degree completion
• Less student debt at graduation

Sources: J. L. Taylor et al., Research priorities for advancing equitable dual enrollment policy and practice (Salt Lake City, UT: University of Utah, 2022); National Student Clearinghouse, The New Reality for College Students: Earning a Bachelor’s Degree Takes 5 to 6 Years and Students Attend Multiple Institutions (2016); The Education Trust, Advancing Equity in College in High School Programs (2014).

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Source: MN Office of Higher Education, SLEDS, https://sleds.mn.gov/#

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We welcome additional partnerships to optimize educational outcomes for all student

• College In The Schools
• On-campus visits
• Financial aid sessions at your high school
• Faculty presentations in your class or in other disciplines
• Other ideas?

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UMD is participating in the Direct Admissions pilot with MOHE

Jen Mencl

Associate Vice Chancellor

for Academic Effectiveness

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Liberal Education Course Assessment

https://assessment.d.umn.edu/

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CITS Program Updates

Lisa Jarvela, CITS Program Coordinator

• Data
• Survey feedback from the 2021 workshop
• NACEP accreditation update
• Reminders and resources
• Survey link

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Fun Facts

34 CITS courses in 17 different subject areas.

Top 5 Subject Area Enrollments:

CITS high school course enrollments vary from a low of just 6 enrollments to a high of 429 enrollments.

Enrollments have remained consistent, but these schools saw the highest increases in enrollments for the 2021-2022 year:

1. William Kelley - up 63.64%
2. Rockford - up 47.5%
3. Cloquet - up 46.07%
4. Moose Lake - up 34.09%

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New high school partnerships in 2021-2022:

1. Academic Excellence Online (AEO) High School
2. South Ridge High School

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Course Permission Forms: What Does the Data Tell Us?

CITS Survey Feedback:

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You Shared & We Listened!

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Faculty Liaison Support

Effective ways to utilize your Faculty Liaisons:

• UMD Academic Policies: Excused Absences, Instructor and Student Responsibilities, and Student Academic Integrity.
• Collaboration and Professional Development opportunities
• Best Practices in Assessment
• Free online resources to create assignments that align with learning objectives.
• UDL (Universal Design for Learning) and Equity
• Planning a Syllabus
• Canvas Training

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Technology Support:

MyU Accounts for Teachers

Your MyU account allows access to the following:

• Class rosters - View Student ID’s and verify enrollment. Report enrollment changes to your school counseling office and Lisa Jarvela.
• Enter grades or change grades in MyU (Faculty Center) - Due within 3 working days of the end of your class.
• Access other UMN resources:
• UMD Library
• UMD Logos
• Search for People

Having trouble accessing your MyU account, or did you forget your password?

Contact UMD ITSS, 218-726-8847 https://itss.d.umn.edu/

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Technology Support:

MyU Account for Students

• Update preferred name, pronouns, gender identity, and directory information.
• Access grades and transcripts
• Access library resources
• Access the end of term online course evaluations

Enrolled students receive a welcome letter with their Student ID and MyU account setup information. Copy is sent to teachers.

Assistance with initiating student’s MyU account:

• provide class time for students to initiate their accounts.
• reserve time on Lisa Jarvela’s calendar <ljarvela@d.umn.edu> for her to join virtually to troubleshoot issues.

Need Help? Contact CITS first, then UMD ITSS at 218-726-8847

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https://itss.d.umn.edu/

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UMD Campus Visits - Come Visit Us!

What could a campus visit could include?

• Library orientation led by the CITS Research Librarian, and (space permitting) work in the library classroom on a research project.
• Visit and sit in on the on campus classroom of the course you teach. (Ask your faculty liaison about this option first)
• A special presentation led by your faculty liaison or by UMD staff (ideas: Admissions, Student Life, Advising, Financial Aid, etc)
• A campus tour led by a UMD student tour guide, and/or a self guided tour of the Tweed Museum.
• Shopping in the UMD Store. Discount coupons will be provided!
• Teacher/Student Lunch in the Dining Center (provided by CITS Program)
• UMD swag for your students!

Interested?

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Contact Lisa Jarvela, and we will take care of all of the details!

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All you need to do is coordinate the transportation of your students to UMD and back. Bus parking is available.

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Collaboration, Professional Development, and Well-Being Opportunities

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and WELL-BEING OPPORTUNITIES:

• Graduate Credit Opportunities
• Online courses with some specifically designed for concurrent enrollment instructors
• UMN Center for Educational Innovation (CEI)
• Free! Log in to your MyU account to register for events and newsletters.
• Inclusive teaching & learning, course & program development, and teaching for student well-being
• Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing
• Graduate programs, for-credit courses, mindfulness programs, online learning, and free webinars

COLLABORATION OPTIONS:

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Reach out to your Faculty Liaison, and ask them about their teaching strategies.

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Contact Ian Moore, CITS Research Librarian, for assistance in accessing UMD library resources.

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Funding Updates:

Professional Development for Teachers

Graduate Credit - Tuition Support Opportunities

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Legislative Initiatives

• CHSA State Legislative & Regulatory Action Tracking
• Minnesota HF 649 - Pending/Adjourned
• Amends the statewide concurrent enrollment teacher training program.
• Develop a continuing education program to allow eligible teachers to attain graduate credits that are required in order to be qualified to teach secondary school courses for postsecondary credit.

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Academic Support: Syllabus

Your syllabus MUST contain the following:

• University of Minnesota Duluth MUST be clearly mentioned in the introduction of the syllabus.
• Course learning objectives.
• Must be specific to UMD. Not AP, IB, etc.

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Allowed Modifications (Recommended Fall 2022 Syllabus Language)

• Statement about the availability of mental health and stress management.
• CITS students do not have access to UMD Health Services.
• Mask requirement

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NACEP requires that all the requirements outlined in the UMD Syllabus Policy be included on your syllabus. The accreditation review committee will be monitoring that your syllabus complies to this policy.

EMAIL YOUR SYLLABUS TO LISA JARVELA AND YOUR FACULTY LIAISON FOR REVIEW

AND FOR OUR NACEP ACCREDITATION FILES.

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Syllabus Checklist

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Syllabus Template

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UMD Syllabus Policy

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Academic Support: Academic Policies and Learning Management Systems

Academic Policies

Excused Absences: Reference your high school policy first, then UMD policy.

Instructor and Student Responsibilities: mutual responsibility to ensure a productive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.

Student Academic Integrity

• If scholastic dishonesty is suspected, contact the student within ten (10) business days of becoming aware of the concern.
• Share the concern with the student and invite them to share their perspective.
• If scholastic dishonesty occurred, file this report with the Office of Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution.

Learning Management Systems

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UMN Teaching Support Examples:

• Developing course content
• (Re)designing curriculums or courses
• Ensuring content and teaching are accessible for learners with all abilities
• Producing dynamic course content, such as videos or animation
• Academic Integrity Resources for Instructors

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Student Support

Student Wellbeing

YOU@UMN (Students must login to their MyU account to access)

• Find tips and tools for everything from mental and physical health, to friendships and finding balance.

Effective U

• Helps students learn the skills needed to transition to college life
• Tutorials: time management, stress management, note taking, money management, study habits, test preparation, concentration and memory, and final exam prep.

Reminder: CITS students no longer receive U Cards

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Student Opportunities

Outreach with the UMD Campus

• Swenson College of Science and Engineering (SCSE)
• Twin Ports Teen Science Cafe - Engaging STEM presentations and activities (high school students)
• STEM Discovery Days - Experience a selection of hands-on STEM activities across campus (7th-12th graders)
• Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE)
• Business Day at UMD - Learn about the various business majors offered at UMD. Participate in hands-on business activities.

Scholarship Information

• Admissions scholarships require students to submit an application for admission by December 15 and have a completed application file by February 1.

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Be An Advocate for Concurrent Enrollment!

Join MnCEP! (Minnesota Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships)

• Membership fee is waived for new secondary partners who join in 2022-2023
• Member meetings are held twice per year
• Access to current initiatives regarding concurrent enrollment and secondary education
• Contact Lisa Jarvela for more information

Share the Research!

NACEP Fast Facts

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Looking Ahead - NACEP Accreditation Update

• UMD CITS NACEP Accreditation is good through the end of the 2025-2026 academic year; will need to re-apply in October 2025.
• Steps are being taken now to review the accreditation standards to be sure we are meeting the requirements.
• NACEP Accreditation Process:
• A Peer Review Team will be assigned to review our accreditation files, ask questions, and then make a recommendation.
• The Accreditation Commissioners will conduct a final review and will announce accreditation status in Spring 2026.

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Reminders :)

• Share your course syllabus with your Faculty Liaison and the CITS Program Coordinator no later than September 16, 2022 (Fall and All Year Classes only) or by January 27, 2023 for Spring Semester Classes.
• Check your class rosters in MyU on a regular basis and report any roster corrections to your school counselor and/or the CITS Program Coordinator.
• Pay attention to the drop date deadlines and advise your students accordingly.
• Review the CITS Student Handbook with your students and provide them with class time to access their MyU account.
• Submit your final grades in MyU within 3 working days after the last day of class at your school.

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Summary of Resources

UMD College in the Schools Website

UMD CITS Registrar Resources Site (not for students; internal use only)

ITSS Help Desk

• Phone: 218-726-8847
• Email: itsshelp@d.umn.edu

Kathryn A. Martin Library

University Marketing and Public Relations - Download UMD Logos

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One More Thing!

Feedback Survey Link

We appreciate your input!

Enjoy the rest of your day!

Ian Moore

Fine Arts Librarian

Kathryn A. Martin Library

imoore@d.umn.edu

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New Resources

• Ebooks
• JSTOR Evidence-Based Acquisition
• EBSCO Academic Ebook Collection�
• Streaming Video
• Academic Video Online
• Digital Theatre+
• PBS Video Collection
• Docuseek2

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Library Instruction

• Instruction focuses on research skills
• Effective research plans, including keywords and search strategies
• Effective evaluation of sources and navigation of the information landscape
• We work with every Writing 1120 class, but we can work with other classes as well
• This year, instruction will be available in three formats:
• Remote
• In person at UMD
• In person at your school
• This option is available to schools in Cloquet, Esko, Proctor, Duluth, Hermantown, and Two Harbors and depends on librarian availability
• Request instruction through the library instruction and campus visit request form on the teacher resources site

BREAK - 15 Minutes

Fill out your note card and turn in.

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Small Group Discussion

1. Introduce yourself to the group
2. Discussion Topics:
1. Best Practices
2. What doesn’t work so well?
3. Debrief in large group setting

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Note: Preference is only 1 person per school and only 1 faculty liaison per group.

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Stump the Staff

• Ask questions

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• What do you want to know?

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• Throw the kitchen sink at us.

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The Future of CITS

UMD CITS Advisory Board

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New!! First meeting held on March 15, 2022

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28 members serving 2, 3, and 4 year terms

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Conduct two meetings per academic year

Board Purpose:

• Provide strategic advice and input relating to concurrent enrollment issues;
• Recommend proposals for concurrent enrollment course offerings;
• Serve as a coordinating entity between secondary education and postsecondary institutions; and
• Increase the understanding and collaboration among concurrent enrollment partners, stakeholders, the legislature, and the public

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LUNCH

- Return promptly at 12:30pm

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Morning Session Closing Remarks

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• Workshop Feedback Survey
• CE certificates for teachers
• Prize Drawings (Must be present to win!)

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Best Wishes for a GREAT Year!

Thank you for being a partner in the UMD CITS Program! We appreciate you, and we look forward to working with you this year.

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UMD CITS Breakout Sessions:

Chemistry - HCAMS 214

Economics - CINA 308

English - CINA 214

Geography - Kirby Plaza 385

German - Heller Hall 216

Health - Heller Hall 306

History - CINA 102

Math - MWAH 177

Music - Kirby Plaza 312

Physical Education - James I. Swenson Science Building 216

Physics - CHEM 251

Political Science - CINA 106

Sociology - MWAH 397

Spanish - SCC 21

Theatre - James I. Swenson Science Building 115

Writing Studies - CINA 224