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University of Nebraska Medical Center

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Making Anti-Racism an Institutional Priority

This session was offered as part of the 2020-2021 Breakthrough Thinking Virtual Series Academic medicine must take steps to dismantle structural racism and make anti-racism a core value. UNMC welcomes the challenge and has taken steps to create sustainable change and a more inclusive culture. Watch this session to learn more about structural racism and […]

Jan 20, 2021

Storytelling as a Critical Leadership Strategy

When Facts and Data Aren’t Enough – Tell a Story A powerful story has the ability to teach, influence, and inspire. What makes storytelling so effective? Storytelling forges connections and draws people together, which is more important now than ever before. Humans are wired to respond to a good story. Storytelling is effective not only for […]

Jan 15, 2021

Getting Systems-Ready for 2021 & Beyond

Best Practices for Virtual Teams Today In 2020, we began to explore and redefine the future of work in real-time. We’re realizing that remote work isn’t a fad, it’s how work is being performed – and in some cases how it will continue after the health crisis has abated. Now is the time to get […]

Dec 7, 2020

Path to Success: Navigating Promotion & Tenure

When should you start planning for promotion? TODAY!  From curriculum vitae, academic narratives, and teaching portfolios to student evaluations and letters of evaluation – the road to promotion and tenure at any academic medical center can be daunting. It’s easy to lose sight while caught up in the day-to-day, but if you don’t know where you […]

Nov 13, 2020

Empty road

Communicate with Charisma: Elements of Engaging Presentations

From the stage to the screen and everywhere in between – you have something important to say, make sure your message doesn’t get lost in translation.

Aug 12, 2020

Utilizing PowerPoint and Echo360

There are many things you can do to make your online classes more interactive. Watch this session to learn how to learn more about how to use Echo360 and PowerPoint for your presentations. Keynote: Laura ChytkaAcademic Technologies Additional Resources: Variables in Online Learning DesignTips for Reading Student Engagement via Video ConferencingPros and Cons: Creating a […]

Apr 13, 2020

Echo360 Tools

Leveraging Zoom: Using Breakout Rooms and Other Features

Zoom Video Conferencing has become a solution for educators to continuing synchronous learning in a remote environment. A licensed Zoom account opens up many features and settings you may not be aware of. Watch this session to learn how to use the breakout room feature to enhance your classes and meetings. After this session, participants should be […]

Apr 2, 2020

Constructive Collaboration: Using Student Feedback and Peer Coaching to Improve Teaching

The rapid changes and advancements of today’s world continue to present new challenges in education. Success in 2020 is achieved, in part, by being skilled at adapting and evolving based on the demands of society. Health science education and academic medical centers are not exempt from this reality. Educators must continue to create processes that […]

Feb 14, 2020

Speed Mentoring: Working Smarter, Not Harder

The usual tips for working smarter and not harder do not always apply to health sciences careers. So how can top performers do less, work better, and achieve more in our unique culture? In this session, an array of campus experts provided their top secrets for developing a successful academic career in our fast-paced world. […]

Sep 14, 2018

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Clinical Teaching Guidebook- Free iBook

This is a very valuable teaching guidebook written for rural preceptors who may not be able to attend workshops. It is available for free for iOS users through the iBook Store. Get the Clinical Teaching Guidebook from the iBook Store. No ratings yet. How helpful was this learning opportunity? Sample rating item

Nov 22, 2016