Upcoming classes (All):
Art Research: Using Library and Other Resources
This course will cover the Brown Library's art indices and databases, covering both text and image resources, as well as related non-art materials. We will also discuss search tips, hard copy formats, and resources on the web. Blogs for Teaching and Learning
Learn about basic blog features and functions. Discover ways to use blogs for interactive multimedia student assignments. Learn to use blogs for collaborative writing projects. No prior blogging experience necessary. Coeus - C1 - Proposal Preparation (Premium)
This course covers constructing a proposal in Coeus Premium. Topics include Coeus navigation, creating a proposal, connecting to Grants.gov, assigning proposal roles, uploading attachments, completing the proposal details and other proposal functions Coeus - C2 - Budget Development (Premium)
The course is for any individual who will be working on the preparation of the budget. It will address how to create a detailed and modular budget and cover budget development tools such as sync to cost limits and adjusting period boundaries. Coeus - C3 - Proposal Finalization (Premium)
The course covers finalizing your proposal, proposal validations, submitting the proposal for approval, the approval process, and printing the proposal. COEUS - How does COEUS populate your Grants.gov forms?
This hands-on workshop will explore how Coeus populates the SF-424 Research & Related Grants.gov forms. Participants will learn how the information in Coeus directly maps to the fields of the Grants.gov forms. The class is designed to assist users complete and better understand the data entry and narrative upload requirements for grant submissions entered in Coeus. Prerequisite: Coeus access and experience is required. Coeus - Proposal Hierarchy
Learn how to use the hierarchy function to combine multiple budgets (Child budgets) into one big budget (Parent Budget). If you prepare budgets for phased or tasked projects; multiple PI submissions, optional budget periods, or want to prepare a proposal based on post award account set-up, this class is for you. *Coeus experience required. COEUS - Viewing Proposal and Award Information
This hands-on workshop will explore the institute proposal and award modules in COEUS. Participants will become familiar with relevant COEUS terminology. Specific attention will be paid to teaching participants how to effectively search for and access their department's sponsored research activity that is stored within the COEUS database. Prerequisite: Current authorized user of Proposal Development module within COEUS. Coeus Lite Proposal Development-New Users
This course covers constructing a full proposal in Coeus Lite; from proposal creation to proposal submission. You will learn all functions of proposal development, including Coeus navigation, uploading proposal attachments, building a detailed budget, and submitting the proposal for approval routing. This class is intended for new Coeus Users. Coeus Lite-Transitioning from Premium to Lite
This course is catered to Coeus Premium users who wish to learn the Proposal Development process in Coeus Lite. Participants will walk through the process from start to finish and also learn the functions that can not be performed in Lite and must be completed in Premium Collaborative Writing Using the Web (Brown Wiki)
Wikis are an easy and flexible way to collaborate with people in the Brown "community" and it allows you to present information to anyone using the web. You can use a wiki: to create a web presence, to oversee class projects, to easily deliver media, to manage your research, to supplement your MyCourses site, and much more! Join us to learn more. Create a Budget that Works for YOU!
Have you created a budget and found that it doesn't work? Budgets are only effective when they reflect your actual income and individual spending priorities. Learn about your paycheck deductions, net vs. gross income, establishing and updating a livable budget, and tools to help keep you on track. Emergency Action Plan Training
Emergency Action Plan training consists of a single 60-90 minute session presented by Environmental Health & Safety staff. This training will focus on topics related to emergencies both inside and outside of buildings. The training includes: Emergency evacuation procedures - Reporting emergencies - Emergency evacuation locations - Personnel accountability - Fire prevention awareness - Fire extinguishers and their use - Emergency medical procedures - Shelter-in-place procedures - Hostile Intruder procedures - Emergency communications – Building-specific information. Essential Laboratory Calculations
Learn pointers on accuracy, following protocols, and making measurements that are critical to experimental success and reproducibility. This skill-based training module consists of three sessions. Attendance is required at all sessions: March 26 - 28 (M-T-W) from 9:00am-11:00am. Getting Approved: Does Good Credit Matter?
A local bank discusses the important role that credit plays in securing employment, a car loan, mortgage, housing, and more! Understand what factors are involved in the approval process and get advice on how to get approved. Learn about managing your credit, establishing a positive credit history, and your credit score. Google Forms - Easy Data Collection
Did you know that you can easily collect data using Google Forms? Put forms in emails or on a website, and when people fill them out, data will be automatically deposited into an easy-to-access spreadsheet to share with others. This session is most appropriate for participants who already have some familiarity with Google Apps. Google Sites
Thinking of creating a website or an intranet for a department or group? Google Sites are an easy way to make information accessible on the web. Learn how you can use Sites to keep your department organized - centralize Google documents, organize links, share news, and more. No coding required. Google User Forum for Teaching, Learning & Research (GUFTLR)
An open forum for anyone interested in Google Applications for Teaching, Learning and Research. The forum convenes on a regular basis for sharing Google news and updates, brainstorming innovative uses of Google, and troubleshooting Google-based projects. The forum is at 12pm in CIT201 on the 4th Tuesday of each month with a web conference option. No registration required. IACUC 101
The Research Protections Office offers this course to guide Brown University faculty, students and staff through the process of working with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) to conduct research with animals. Topics covered will include an overview of the laws, regulations, and policies that govern the IACUC as well as an overview of the Brown University IACUC. iClickers: Student Participation with One Click
Using a clicker can significantly change the way you interact with your class by enabling you to assess your students' knowledge, keep their attention, provide immediate feedback, and encourage all students to participate. Learn more with our hands on learning session. Clickers will be provided. Intermediate Web Design with CSS and XHTML
CSS and XHTML represent the modern day standard of web design. This session will teach you to write valid XHTML (just HTML with a few minor tweaks) and then use CSS to gain more control over the typography and layout of your web pages than you've ever had before. In the latter part of the class we will also introduce some more advanced XHTML techniques and examples. Note: This session assumes a basic familiarity with writing your own HTML. Intro to Dreamweaver - Web Pages Made Easy!
Dreamweaver is a powerful web editor and makes it relatively easy to create sophisticated web pages without being an HTML guru. This class is a introduction to this professional web authoring tool. You will learn how to navigate the Dreamweaver environment and use it to create a basic web page. Intro to Photoshop - Beginning Image/Graphics Editing
This class teaches the basics of photo editing using Adobe's powerful image manipulation tool. You will receive an overview of the software's standard tools, learn how to customize the workspace, and begin editing sample images using your new skills. It's the industry standard for a reason; this is your chance to learn to harness its power. Introduction to ARTstor and Luna Insight
Would you like to use high quality images in your teaching and research? ARTstor is a digital library of over one million images in the areas of art, architecture, the humanities, and social sciences with a set of tools to view, present, and manage images. Luna Insight is a platform for images requested by faculty as well as specific free collections available to all subscribers. This session will provide you with an introduction to both resources. Please note that we will meet in the Hecker Center at the Rock. IRB Basics
The Research Protections Office offers this course to guide Brown University faculty, students and staff through the process of working with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to conduct research with human participants. Topics covered will include how to determine when a project needs IRB review and how to prepare a complete protocol for review and approval by the IRB. Know More! Personal Safety Awareness Session with DPS
Did you know that...Brown Guardian can turn your cellphone into a personal safety device? . . . a range of women’s self-defense classes are available at no charge? ...you can learn about all of these and other Brown Public Safety initiatives in the time it takes you to eat your lunch? Come out and learn how you may reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime. DPS representatives will share a campus safety update, personal safety tips and crime prevention strategies that are practical and useful. If you have questions or concerns about campus safety, this session is for you. Feel free to bring your lunch. We will provide the snacks! LGBTQ Safe Zone Training
Have you always wanted to learn more about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) issues but you weren’t sure how to go about it? Do you wonder why we include the term “queer” in our title? Would you like to learn how to become an ally (a supportive friend and colleague) to the LGBTQ community and gain skills for talking to others about LGBTQ issues? The LGBTQ Safe Zone Training program is designed for anyone who is interested in learning all of these things and more. This interactive training will provide a safe and supportive environment for you to learn about terminology and the issues that LGBTQ people face on a daily basis. You will leave with a "Safe Zone" guide as well as practical knowledge about how to be an ally to LGBTQ co-workers, students at Brown and friends/family in your home communities. People of any skill level and knowledge are welcome to participate. Life after Brown - Manage your Finances and Loans
What financial responsibilities lie ahead after enrollment ends? Learn about managing your finances, understanding your paycheck and deductions, budgeting, and building good credit. This session will also cover loan repayment, deferment and forbearance options, making the most of a grace period, the power of paying down principal, and more! Life after Brown Medical School: Manage your Finances and Loans
What financial responsibilities lie ahead after enrollment ends? Learn about managing your finances, understanding your paycheck and deductions, budgeting, and building good credit. This session will also cover loan repayment, deferment and forbearance options, making the most of a grace period, the power of paying down principal, and more! Loan Repayment Details: Make Choices that Work for YOU!
Have you borrowed student loans? Your repayment will begin shortly after enrollment ends. Learn the details of repayment options, how to postpone payments when needed, loan forgiveness, consolidation, making the most of a grace period, and the power of paying down principal. We will walk through scenarios that compare income/budgets to various repayment plan choices. Learn how to navigate the repayment process and choose options that work best for you. MENTORING MONTHLY: NIH F-Series Fellowship Submissions- Info Session
Will you be submitting an NIH or AHRQ F-series fellowship soon (F30, F31, or F32) and need some guidance on navigating all the instructions, resources, and regulations associated with the application? Join Wendy Virgadamo from the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies for a walk through the application forms and process to familiarize you with what you’ll need, where you’ll need to get it from, and the resources available to you as you go through the submission process. Grad students, Postdocs, and any staff or faculty interested in the session are welcome! MyCourses Beyond the Basics
Learn how to use your MyCourses site to include assessments, assignments, and grade management as well as communication and collaboration tools. Participants should have previous MyCourses experience or have recently completed MyCourses Basics class. MyCourses: Learn the Basics
Join us for a presentation to learn the basics of building your MyCourses site. We will cover the design basics and most widely used tools to get you started with this course management system and address your teaching needs. Come learn more about using MyCourses tools to engage your class and best practices in designing and managing your course site. Post Award - Commitments
This workshop will discuss the importance of effectively managing and tracking effort commitments within the parameters of the sponsor's requirements and University policy. Additional topics that will be discussed include: - Cost sharing obligations related to proposed voluntary or mandatory commitments - Reductions of effort commitments - Sponsor imposed salary caps - Summer effort Bring your questions for group discussion. A calculator is required. Post Award - Direct Charging Administrative Costs
This workshop will discuss administrative costs and provide examples of when such costs can be charged directly to sponsored projects. Guidance will be offered on justifications for charging administrative costs as direct costs. Participants are encouraged to offer examples of administrative cost issues they have encountered. Gain a better understanding of what costs are properly charged as direct costs to sponsored projects by attending this workshop. Post Award - Effort Reporting
This workshop will discuss the effort reporting process, the importance of effort reporting within parameters of federal regulations and University policy, effort reporting best practices, and the future of effort reporting at Brown. Additional effort reporting topics that will be discussed include: Cost Sharing, Summer Salaries, Cost Transfers, Committed Effort, and NIH Salary Cap. Bring your questions for group discussion. A calculator is required. Prerequisite: Post Award - Commitments. Post Award - Financial Closeout of Sponsored Projects
This workshop will offer an in-depth review of the financial closeout process for sponsored programs. Specific areas of focus will be understanding the elements of the rough draft financial package, how to correctly provide adjustments to reported expenditures and the underlying logic behind the post audit review of expenses. This training will culminate in a hands-on exercise that will work through the closeout process for a fictitious award. Post Award - Supporting Documentation and Justification
This workshop explains OSP's review of transactions and discusses required documentation and complete justifications for transactions. Examples of both complete and incomplete transactions will be reviewed. Participants are encouraged to offer their own examples of problematic transactions for discussion and resolution with the group. Avoid unnecessary delays in processing your transactions by attending this workshop. Post Award - Traveling on Sponsored Funds
This workshop provides an overview of the requirements that apply to travel reimbursements when charged to a sponsored award. You will learn 1) what to consider before charging travel expenses to a sponsored account 2) the documention required 3) what OSP staff consider when reviewing a travel expense report and 4) additional considerations that apply to foreign travel. Avoid unnecessary delays in processing your travel reimbursements by attending this workshop. Post Award- Cost Transfers
This workshop will provide an in-depth review of the University's Cost Transfer Policy and related procedures for processing cost transfers. Specific attention will be paid to federal regulations pertaining to cost transfers, the cost transfer form and other appropriate supporting documentation, and best practices for mitigating cost transfers. Participants will leave the workshop well suited to process necessary cost transfers in a manner that complies with all University and sponsor rules and regulations. Post Award-Allocations of Costs
This workshop will explain what is meant by allocation of costs and why it is necessary to properly document allocation methodologies. Various methods of allocating costs will be presented and guidelines will be offered for preparing allocation methodologies. Examples of appropriate allocation methodologies will be shared and the lessons learned will be applied to case studies. Participants are asked to bring their own examples of allocation issues to the class for discussion. Post Award-xTrain
This workshop will introduce Brown users to the xTrain module within eRA commons. xTrain is an online tool that provides the ability to electronically prepare and submit PHS 2271 Statement of Appointment forms and PHS 416-7 Termination Notices associated with institutional research training grants, institutional career development awards, individual fellowships and research education awards. Due to the fact that the use of xTrain is now mandatory for the majority of grants using these forms, it is strongly recommended that departments that house NIH funded fellowships and development awards sign up for this overview. Pre Award: Cost Sharing on Sponsored Projects
This workshop is applicable to both Pre-Award and Post Award and will discuss cost sharing, its impact to the University and the federal regulations governing cost sharing on sponsored projects. Topics that will be discussed include: Sources of funding, the difference between voluntary committed and voluntary uncommitted cost share, cost share prior approval process, tracking cost share expenditures and cost sharing best practices. A calculator is required. Pre-Award: Reading the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA)
This workshop will offer an in-depth overview of the initial stage of the Proposal Development process, Reading the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). It will define and review the various types of Federal and Private Foundation funding opportunity announcements available. Participants will learn to identify the key components of an announcement, e.g. research objectives, eligibility, dates, available funds, content, forms, budget requirements, & special terms and conditions. In order to accomplish that, various examples of actual Federal and Private FOAs will be provided and reviewed. It is intended for individuals with limited proposal experience; however those with experience are welcomed to attend as well. Pre-Award: Research Equipment & Property Management
This course covers practices, policy and regulations concerning the management of all Brown-held equipment. Attendees will develop a better understanding of Brown purchasing and inventory practices, including, but not limited to, research equipment. Appropriate for anyone who manages a lab, is responsible for purchasing equipment or managing department inventory and all faculty and department managers. Protecting Brown's Information
Protecting Brown's personally identifiable and regulated information is the responsibility of all individuals who have the ability to view or update such information. Learn what constitutes "Brown Confidential Information"; where, when and how it is at risk; and what you should be doing to mitigate that risk. Please Note: This course is also available online for those unable to attend a classroom session. Contact ISG@brown.edu with your request for access to the materials. S.A.F.E Program for Women
The Self-Defense Awareness Familiarization and Exchange (S.A.F.E.) Program for Women is a Crime Prevention Program that serves as an introduction to the principles of self-defense and the offering of risk-reduction strategies. This is a program of the National Self-Defense Institute (NSDI) Inc. Smartboard: Interactive Teaching at Your Fingertips
Join us for a presentation about SMART Board interactive whiteboards and learning. By combining the simplicity of a whiteboard with the power of a computer, the SMART Board interactive whiteboard lets you deliver dynamic lessons, write notes in digital ink, and save your work - all with the simple touch of a finger. You have the option to use the SmartBoard at the end of the presentation. Staff Advisory Council-Benefits Open Forum
Staff members (5) are invited to attend an open forum session of the Staff Advisory Council (SAC)meeting with guest speaker Michelle Wise, who will present on benefits at Brown. Please join us on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, from 1 to 1:30PM. What can Academic Technology do for you?
Learn what Academic Technology offers for your instructional needs. We will introduce you to the tools we support and the teaching & learning spaces we offer. We will share examples of how faculty can build technology into their teaching. You will leave with information about Academic Technology services including teaching & learning spaces, available hardware, and supported software and applications. Winter Storm Preparedness
Brown Bag lunch to review the University's Winter Storm Plan and informal discussion regarding family preparedness. Zotero – Optimizing Your Research
If you suffer from having your research scattered among your handwritten notes, a pile of photocopies from old journals, a disorganized jumble of bookmarks on your browser and various files on your computer, Zotero is for you. With Zotero you can put all of this information on your computer (or on a Flash drive). In this class we use Zotero to enter and capture data, how to retrieve it in the form of bibliographies and how to integrate your Zotero data into your Word documents. The best part is this: Zotero is free and runs on either Mac or Windows machines. |
