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Apply for the 2025 Summer Session Online Teaching Academy

Alexis Jaramillo — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:30:00 +0000

Apply for the 2025 Summer Session Online Teaching Academy Alexis Jaramillo Mon, 11/11/2024 - 08:30

Summer Session Online Teaching Academy Application Now Live

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Summer Session Online Teaching Academy.

The Online Teaching Academy focuses on increasing the skills and knowledge of faculty and instructors wanting to teach online and hybrid remote/online during the 2025 Summer Session. Participants chosen for the Academy's Summer 2025 program will work in cohort groups led by an online instructional designer. Upon completion of the program, participants will receive a one-time $1,500 payment.

The training program will be held during February 2025 and will consist of weekly remote meetings over a four week period. The curriculum will be based on national standards for online teaching found in the Quality Matters Rubric— and will cover topics regarding online teaching (asynchronous) as well as remote/online hybrid teaching (synchronous and asynchronous).

Faculty, instructors, lecturers and graduate students eligible and expecting to teach in the upcoming Summer Session are eligible.

To apply for the Academy, complete the online application. After submitting the online application, ask your department chair to send an email verifying your Summer 2025 teaching status to Armando Parés at armando.pares@colorado.edu.

The deadline for applications is December 2, 2024.

Training Program Details

Monday, February 3 – Sunday, March 2
Time commitment expectations: Three to five hours/week
Synchronous Zoom Meeting Times (One hour long, attend only one session per week, choose whichever time is more convenient)
- Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m.
- Thursdays at 2 p.m.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Summer Session Online Teaching Academy.

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Summer Courses Are Now Available to Search

Alexis Jaramillo — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 20:40:09 +0000

Summer Courses Are Now Available to Search Alexis Jaramillo Fri, 11/08/2024 - 13:40

Summer Session courses are now available to search in the ��񱦵� Course Search.

Earn the credit you need during the summer with popular courses taught by ��񱦵�'s top faculty. Consider the benefits of taking one or two summer classes during convenient, short sessions offered between May and August:

Save time and money
Choose from hundreds of in-person, online, remote, and hybrid remote/online courses offered
Get into popular courses
Focus on fewer courses
Enjoy enhanced schedule flexibility
Get back on track if you’ve experience some academic difficulty

Explore Courses

Sessions run from May 12, 2025 to August 20, 2025.

Enrollment begins on March 5, 2025.

Have questions? Email us at summerinfo@colorado.edu.

Make your plan for Summer Session 2025

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There’s Still Time to Enroll in Summer Session 2024

Anonymous — Fri, 03 May 2024 16:11:01 +0000

There’s Still Time to Enroll in Summer Session 2024 Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 05/03/2024 - 10:11

The first session of Summer Session begins May 13, but there is still time to register for classes. Choose from hundreds of online, in-person, and hybrid remote/online courses. Save time and money, get into popular classes, focus on one class, find flexible options that fit your schedule, and/or get back on track if you face academic difficulty.

Take steps and plan your summer today:

Visit the Summer Session website to familiarize yourself with summer term dates and deadlines, enrollment and tuition information
Decide which course formats (online, hybrid online/remote, remote, in-person) are right for you
Search for and register for summer classes in the ��񱦵� Class Search

Maymester classes begin May 13 and other sessions are filling quickly, so don’t delay. Make your summer count and get ahead with convenient options that are right for you.

Choose from hundreds of courses and earn the credit you need.

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The Benefits of Summer Session

Anonymous — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 22:36:47 +0000

The Benefits of Summer Session Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 02/19/2024 - 15:36

Did you know that thousands of students enroll in summer classes each year? As you start to plan your summer, consider the benefits of taking one or two summer classes during convenient, short sessions offered between May and August:

Save time and money: All students pay by credit hour for Summer Session classes. This means you may be able to shorten your time to graduation and save money on tuition, housing, and food by taking summer classes.
Hundreds of in-person, online, remote, and hybrid remote/online courses available: The summer schedule includes more than 200 online classes plus over 150 remote or hybrid remote/online courses offered in multiple sessions to accommodate your needs. Create a schedule that lets you earn the credits you need to graduate no matter where you are.
Get into popular courses: Summer Session gives you an opportunity to get into popular or required classes that are often full during the fall and spring semesters.
Focus on fewer courses: Unlike the fall and spring semesters, Summer Session allows you to focus your attention on one or two classes at a time. You can immerse yourself in a topic you love or concentrate your efforts on a challenging class.
Flexibility: Summer classes provide you the flexibility to lighten your course load in future semesters or help you stay on track toward graduation.
Get back on track: If you are experiencing academic difficulty, summer is a great option for getting yourself back into good academic standing.

No matter your reason, Summer Session is a great option to advance your degree or get ahead.

Steps you can take to use your summer to the fullest:

Visit the Summer Session website to familiarize yourself with summer dates and deadlines, enrollment and tuition information
Search for summer classes on the ��񱦵� Class Search
Talk to your advisor about how summer classes might help you reach your goals

Summer registration begins March 6.

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5 tips for living in Boulder this summer

Anonymous — Fri, 19 May 2023 21:29:22 +0000

5 tips for living in Boulder this summer Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 05/19/2023 - 15:29

Boulder has a lot to offer in the summer, from free events and entertainment to great food and beautiful views. Whether you’re in Boulder for the first time this summer or have been in town for a while, here are some tips for making the most of the season.

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Immerse Yourself in Music

Anonymous — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:08:40 +0000

Immerse Yourself in Music Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 03/01/2023 - 10:08

The College of Music returns with an enriching selection of courses this summer

��񱦵�’s College of Music offers ample opportunities for current ��񱦵� students, local middle and high school students, music professionals, and community members to immerse themselves in music and music education this summer:

Summer Master of Music Education

The Summer Master of Music Education (MME) degree at the ��񱦵� is designed to address a variety of interests, needs and areas of expertise for K-12 teachers. Students working toward an MME degree complete 12 hours of study in music education, 12 hours of study in music and six hours of open electives.

Panoramic Flutist Seminar

June 3, 2023

While the Panoramic Flutist seminar is on hiatus in summer 2023, join the program for a one-day event for high school students on June 3.

CU NOW

May 31-June 18, 2023

CU NOW offers student singers and guest composers/librettists the chance to collaborate, explore, and actively shape a new work. Returning to CU NOW is award-winning composer Tom Cipullo, whose critically-acclaimed opera, “Glory Denied,” is one of the most frequently performed 21st-century operas.

Wind Band and Orchestra Conducting Symposia

June 4-9, 2023

For professional wind and orchestral conductors, these summer symposia—led by College of Music conducting faculty and renowned guests—strengthen conducting technique, rehearsal strategies and more.

Sphinx Performance Academy

June 22-July 2, 2023

For the first time in 2023, the College of Music and Sphinx Performance Academy (SPA) are partnering to provide a full-scholarship intensive summer chamber music and solo performance program focused on cultural diversity for string musicians ages 11-17.

Alexander Technique Plus Summer Course

July 10-14, 2023

The Alexander Technique Plus summer course—part of the College of Music's Musicians' Wellness Program—supports a wide range of physical and mental health strategies, combining elements of the Alexander Technique, Body Mapping, dynamic movement, mindfulness, and performance psychology, all in the service of overall well-being.

Summer Music Academy

High school academy: June 11-16, 2023
Middle school academy: June 18-23, 2023

The Summer Music Academy at the ��񱦵� College of Music presents exciting opportunities for high school and middle school musicians from Colorado and around the country to receive world-class instruction.

High School Summer Music Academy: Piano

High School Summer Music Academy: Band, orchestra + chamber music

Middle School Summer Music Academy: Band + orchestra

Summer Session

The College of Music offers a robust selection of summer courses during Maymester, Session A, and Session B. Any student may enroll in music elective (MUEL) courses regardless of major.

Maymester (Three-week intensives from May 15 to June 2)

Guitar Class (MUEL 1145)|
Prepared for the Soundcheck (MUEL 2081)
Music in the Rock Era (MUEL 2852)
History of Jazz (MUEL 3642)

Session A (Five-week courses from June 5 to July 7)

Piano Class 1 (MUEL 1115)
Introduction to Songwriting Techniques (MUEL 2051)
History of Jazz (MUEL 3642)
Music and Space (MUEL 3892)

Session B (Five-week courses from July 11 to August 11)

Basic Music Theory (MUEL 1081)
Piano Class 1 (MUEL 1115)
Appreciation of Music (MUEL 1832)
History of Jazz (MUEL 3642)

Explore course details and register in classes.colorado.edu.

Learn more about summer opportunities through the College of Music

Take your musical prowess to the next level this summer with enriching courses from the College of Music.

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Summer Guide to the Libraries: Student Edition

Anonymous — Tue, 03 May 2022 16:30:40 +0000

Summer Guide to the Libraries: Student Edition Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 05/03/2022 - 10:30

Explore the ways University Libraries can help make your summer the best it can be! Whether you need to hustle on your research project or relax with a great book or show, this guide has got you covered.

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New Online Development Program for Summer Session

Anonymous — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 14:42:49 +0000

New Online Development Program for Summer Session Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 10/16/2020 - 08:42

For the last 10 years, the Summer Online Course Development Grant Program has funded the creation of close to 200 online courses offered in the Summer Session. This program has provided compensation and guidance to faculty wanting to create online classes and focused on growing an inventory of online courses.

With the dramatic changes that occurred during the Summer of 2020, the Summer Session Deans have decided to end this program and replace it with a new training opportunity for faculty and instructors wanting to develop online courses for the Summer of 2021.

The Online Teaching Academy for Summer 2021 will focus on increasing the skills and knowledge of faculty and instructors wanting to teach Online and Hybrid Remote/Online. Participants chosen for the Academy's Summer 2021 program will work in cohort groups led by an Online Instructional Designer. Upon completion of the program, participants will be eligible to receive $1,500 added to their Summer 2021 teaching salary.

The training program will be held during February 2021 and will consist of weekly remote meetings over a four week period. The curriculum will be based on national standards for online teaching found in the Quality Matters Rubric and will cover topics regarding online teaching (asynchronous) as well as remote/online hybrid teaching (synchronous and asynchronous).

To apply for the Academy, please send an email to your department head expressing your interest in improving your online teaching skills. If your application is approved by your chair, then they should forward it with a statement of support to your School/College's Summer Session Assistant Dean. The deadline for applications is November 30, 2020.

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Take Advantage of Academic Resources Across Campus

Anonymous — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 19:55:29 +0000

Take Advantage of Academic Resources Across Campus Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 06/06/2019 - 13:55

If you are taking summer courses and find you need some help to understand the material, there are lots of resources on campus to support you. Below is a list of those resources organized by department or campus unit.

If you need help in a class and the department isn't listed here, contact the department. They may have recommendations for ways to get the support you need to succeed in their course.

Chemistry and Biochemistry Support

The Chemistry and Biochemistry Departments provide a help room staffed by TA’s for every course. Students enrolled in summer chemistry and biochemistry courses can come to the help room for assistance during its operating hours. Be sure to check your course syllabi for specific help room times and locations.

The departments also provide:

A Tutor List for students looking to hire a private tutor.
Academic Advising

If you have any questions about chemistry and biochemistry student support, please call (303) 492-8950 or send an email to anne.mcwilliams@colorado.edu.

Continuing Education Support

If you are enrolled in an online Continuing Education course this summer, you have access to the Online Composition Hub, a free tutoring service for students.

Online Composition Hub tutors specialize in helping students with traditional papers, but can also assist with web design, video, blogging, Prezi, PowerPoint, professional materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.), and other projects as well.
Tutors and students share assignments via Google docs and students have the option of communicating with tutors synchronously via Skype or Google Hangout or asynchronously via email.

Engineering and Applied Sciences Support

The Engineering and Applied Sciences Departments provides academic support to all engineering and pre-engineering students through its Bold Center. Explore their website to find a tutor or drop-in tutoring sessions for various subjects every week.

Foreign Language Support

Anderson Language and Technology Center (ALTEC)

ALTEC is a state-of-the-art facility that supports the study of foreign languages and cultures. The center houses a large multimedia library of foreign language materials including DVDs, books, magazines, and computer programs. It also offers one of the best computer labs on campus and tutoring events.

Asian Languages and Civilizations

The Department of Asian Languages and Civilizations maintains a list of Graduate students who tutor Chinese and Japanese students.

If you are interested in using a tutor, please contact the language coordinators: yumiko.matsunaga-1@colorado.edu and zhiying.qian@colorado.edu.

French and Italian

The Department of French and Italian offer a variety of support resources to its students including:

A private tutor list for students interested in hiring a tutor,
Student groups for language study and exploration,
Free study sessions or extra help: Contact the department to learn more.

Spanish and Portuguese

The Spanish and Portuguese Department offers free walk-in tutoring sessions (15 minutes maximum per day per student) in the basement of McKenna Room #26. They also maintain a private tutor list for students interested in hiring a tutor.

Germanic and Slavic Languages

The Germanic and Slavic Languages Department provides a private tutor list for German, Russian, Hebrew, and Nordic languages.

International English Center (IEC)

The International English Center provides a private tutor list for students who would like extra help in various language skills including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Contact the IEC at ieccu@colorado.edu to obtain the tutor list.

Mathematics Support

The Mathematics Department’s Academic Resource Center (MARC) offers students additional support for their CU Mathematics courses including tutoring. Visit the MARC website to learn more or contact Daniel Moritz at daniel.moritz@colorado.edu.

Philosophy Support

The Philosophy Department offers tutoring by matching graduate students in philosophy with undergraduates seeking tutoring support, especially in logic.

Email Terri Baldridge (Terri.Baldridge@colorado.edu) for more information.

Physics Support

The Physics Department offers a help room with tutors for various Physics classes throughout the week. The help room is held in Duane Physics Bldg, Room G2B90.

Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Support

The Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) provides a private tutor list for SLHS courses including, but not limited to, American Sign Language. Contact the SLHS academic advisor at allison.sedey@colorado.edu to request the tutor list.

The Writing Center

The Writing Center offers free one-to-one writing tutorials with professional writing consultants.

Students can bring in writing from any class at any stage of the writing process to receive feedback and advice.
Consultants can help students to clarify, articulate, and organize their ideas, improve sentence style, use citation appropriately, and become better at self-editing. Writing Center sessions must be reserved in advance.
The Writing Center is located in Norlin Commons E111.
Contact (303) 735-6906 or wrtghelp@colorado.edu.

Other Support Resources

Take advantage of teaching assistant and professor office hours.
The Student Academic Success Center is a multi-cultural academic learning community. Tutoring is provided for all students within the SASC program.
Student Athlete Tutoring: Athletes on varsity teams are eligible for tutoring through the Herbst Academic Center. Athletes are informed of tutoring services during orientation.
Miramontes Arts & Sciences Program (MASP): Students enrolled in MASP are provided Academic Co-Seminars and can obtain tutoring in EPOB, MCDB, Chemistry, Calculus, Writing, and Physics.
Buff Tutors
Buffalo Academy

If you are taking summer courses and find you need some help to understand the material, there are lots of resources on campus to support you.

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