Technology Workshops

Our live virtual workshops offer opportunities for you to learn how to use technology so you can be even more effective—and efficient—at work! Browse our current selection of technology workshops below, and register using the links provided.

Looking for a printable calendar of workshops? Check out our workshop flyer!

After registering, you will receive a reminder email 48 hours before the workshop start time. To join the workshop when it begins, click the View Live Course button in either your email or on the OwlTrain course page.

Faculty and staff can also request customized workshops for their classes or teams.

Adobe Workshops

Adobe Express

Join our online workshop to unlock the full potential of Adobe Express. This course will guide you through the all-in-one editor, enabling you to create captivating flyers, posters, presentations, and more. You’ll also learn how to craft compelling videos, utilize a wide range of templates and design assets, and master the art of collaboration. Enhance your creative skills with Adobe Express!

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 10–11 a.m.

Adobe Photoshop Express

Transform your images with Photoshop Express, a user-friendly photo editing tool. This workshop will guide you through using Photoshop Express to master design presets and correction features such as spot healing and fixing red eye. It's a streamlined version of Adobe Photoshop, making it easy to create or refine digital images for your next project.

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 10–11 a.m.

Adobe Rush

This workshop is designed to introduce beginners to the essentials of Adobe Rush, an easy-to-use video editing software. The course covers understanding the user-friendly interface, creating engaging videos, and effectively using callouts and overlays.

Thursday, Oct. 10, 10–11 a.m.

AI with Adobe

Journey to the realm of creativity with Adobe's Generative AI tools. From text-to-image in Adobe Express to generative fill in Adobe Firefly, this workshop will guide participants through the possibilities of digital design with AI (Artificial Intelligence).

Friday, Oct. 11, 10–11 a.m.

AI: Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot

Join us for an engaging workshop delving into the exciting world of Microsoft Copilot, a powerful AI (artificial intelligence) tool that can generate text, images, and summaries. Learn best practices for using Copilot securely to protect your data as you ask Copilot to answer questions, generate creative content, and even proofread your writing. Whether you’re looking to write a compelling story, create a unique image, or simply make your day-to-day tasks easier, this workshop will help you master AI at KSU!

Tuesday, Sep. 17, 10–11 a.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2–3 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 10–11 a.m.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 2–3 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 10–11 a.m.

Intro to CAISY AI Simulator

This workshop introduces learners to CAISY. CAISY provides interactive, scenario-based content powered by AI where a learner can practice new skills in a safe space. This AI simulation content allows learners to choose a role and practice specific skills by responding to AI prompts. The CAISY AI simulator rates your responses as if it were a HR representative employing best practices for the given situation.

Wednesday, Sep. 25, 2–3 p.m.

Intro to Canva

Participants will learn the basics of creating eye-catching designs using Canva's user-friendly graphic design platform. They’ll explore features like templates, fonts, colors, and elements, gaining practical skills for creating visually appealing graphics and presentations.

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2–3 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 10–11 a.m.

D2L Workshops

D2L: Common Questions with Simple Solutions

This course is tailored to address common D2L Brightspace questions and provide simple solutions for instructors. Gain insights into student view, understand grade associations, discover how to manage bonus items, and much more. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Thursday, Sep. 5, 2–2:30 p.m.

D2L: Homepage & Widgets

This session will guide instructors through the process of creating and editing homepages, providing you with the tools to customize your digital learning environment. Additionally, we’ll delve into the world of widgets, demonstrating how to add, modify, and utilize these versatile tools to enhance your course content. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Tuesday, Sep. 10, 10–10:30 a.m.

D2L: Gradebook for Midterms

Participants will review creating calculated grade items, using the final calculated grade to track midterm progress, and excluding ungraded items from the grade calculation. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Tuesday, Sep. 24, 10–10:30 a.m.

D2L: Student Progress Tracking

This workshop guides instructors through the process of monitoring student progress in a D2L course. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Wednesday, Sep. 25, 10–10:30 a.m.

D2L: Import, Export, and Copy Components

This workshop provides hands-on experience in importing, exporting, and copying items between D2L courses. Enhance your course management skills and streamline your digital teaching experience with this focused training. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2–2:30 p.m.

D2L: Gradebook for Finals

Join our workshop on mastering the D2L Brightspace Gradebook for final grades. We’ll guide you through the process of releasing final grades, clarify the distinction between adjusted and calculated final grades, and demonstrate how to drop the lowest grade items. This workshop is part of our D2L Quick Answers series, designed to help you navigate D2L with ease and efficiency.

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 11–11:30 a.m.

Microsoft Excel Workshops

Excel Basics: Getting Started with Excel

In this beginner Excel workshop, participants will learn the basics of formatting, tables, and get comfortable using essential Excel tools.

Monday, Sep. 16, 2–3 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 4, 10–11 a.m.

Excel Basics: Simple Formulas and Functions

In this supplemental beginner Excel workshop, users will learn how to use basic formulas using functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, LEFT, RIGHT, and COUNT.

Tuesday, Sep. 17, 2–3 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 10–11 a.m.

Excel: Tables, Charts, and Pivot Tables

Unlock the full potential of Excel for dynamic data presentation and analysis. Learn to format tables, create column, pie, and line charts, and utilize pivot tables and charts. Join this workshop to master the art of analyzing large datasets effectively.

Wednesday, Sep. 18, 2–3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 10–11:30 a.m.

Finding Data in Tables in Excel

Master the art of data retrieval in Excel with VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and INDEX/MATCH functions. This workshop is designed for those who have a basic understanding of Excel and are ready to delve deeper into its powerful data-finding capabilities.

Thursday, Sep. 19, 2–3 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 7, 10–11 a.m.

Power Query in Excel

Power Query is a data transformation and data preparation engine. Learn how to import or connect to external data, and then shape that data (i.e., remove a column, change a data type, or merge tables) in ways that meet your needs. Then, you can load your query into Excel to create charts and reports. Join this workshop and optimize your data workflow!

Friday, Sep. 20, 2–3 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 8, 10–11 a.m.

Getting Started with Microsoft Forms

This workshop will equip you with the skills to utilize Microsoft Forms for efficient data collection and feedback, regardless of your experience level. Learn to create and edit forms, explore various question types, implement branching logic, share and collaborate effectively, and create engaging quizzes.

Wednesday, Sep. 4, 10–11 a.m.

Get it Together: Tech Tools to Get (and stay) Organized

Participants will explore essential organization tools in Microsoft’s suite of applications. You'll learn how to streamline tasks using Outlook, manage to-do lists effectively with Microsoft To Do, organize notes and ideas in OneNote, and efficiently store and collaborate on files using OneDrive.

Wednesday, Sep. 11, 2–3 p.m.

Kaltura Mediaspace Essentials

This workshop shows instructors how to use Mediaspace, KSU's platform for uploading and streaming media content. Learn how to navigate the main Mediaspace site, as well as how to use the Kaltura integration for D2L.

Wednesday, Aug. 28, 11 a.m. –12 p.m.

Omni

Get acquainted with Omni, the Content Management System used by Kennesaw State University websites. This hands-on workshop will guide you through accessing Omni CMS, editing webpages, and adding content, ensuring you can effectively manage your website.

Friday, Sep. 27, 10–11.30 a.m.

Friday, Oct. 25, 10–11.30 a.m.

Friday, Nov. 15, 10–11.30 a.m.

Organizing Your Outlook Inbox

In this workshop, participants will learn how to organize your Outlook inbox by pinning and tagging emails, using categories, and creating rules. Discover how to streamline your workflow with quick steps and sweep emails. We’ll also guide you through customizing the main toolbar for your convenience and teach you how to report phishing emails effectively. This workshop is designed to enhance your email management skills and security awareness.

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2–3 p.m.

Qualtrics Surveys

Learn to create surveys and generate reports with Qualtrics, a web-based tool that empowers you to collect, measure, and organize data.

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2–3 p.m.

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