Innovate UNCG: Community and Learning

The webinar discusses the Innovate UNCG initiative, led by David Wrick, focusing on building a digital entrepreneurial ecosystem. It highlights the importance of community building, collaboration, and the use of technology tools like Participate to enhance learning and innovation. The session also covers the challenges and strategies in fostering a culture of innovation at UNCG, along with future plans and lessons learned.

What is the primary focus of the webinar series introduced by Julie Kane?

• Sports management

• Financial literacy

• Lifelong learning and community engagement

• Technical skills development

What is the main goal of Innovate UNCG as described in the webinar?

• To focus solely on arts and humanities

• To reduce university expenses

• To build a digital entrepreneurial ecosystem

• To increase student enrollment

How does Innovate UNCG plan to overcome the challenge of academic silos?

• By focusing only on online courses

• By increasing tuition fees

• By creating impact through Innovation Hubs in each school

• By reducing faculty positions

What is the role of the Collaboratory platform at UNCG?

• To capture metrics and stories around community engagement

• To manage student grades

• To handle university finances

• To provide online courses

What is the primary purpose of using Participate as a platform at UNCG?

• To manage university events

• To facilitate transactional learning

• To build and support a community of practice

• To replace all other university platforms

What is the significance of badging and micro-credentialing in the context of workforce development?

• They replace traditional degrees

• They help in building a skills-based workforce

• They are used to increase university revenue

• They are only for arts students

How does UNCG plan to use Participate for badging and micro-credentialing?

• To eliminate the need for faculty

• To focus only on technical skills

• To make it a transactional process

• To build a community and support ongoing learning

What is the role of the 'Kickbox' initiative at UNCG?

• To provide financial aid to students

• To introduce students to entrepreneurial mindset and training

• To focus on sports training

• To replace traditional exams

What is the main advantage of using Participate over traditional LMS like Canvas?

• It is easier to use

• It has more courses

• It focuses on building community rather than just transactions

• It is cheaper

What is the primary benefit of having a virtual space like Participate for UNCG?

• It reduces the need for physical classrooms

• It provides a centralized place for knowledge creation and sharing

• It replaces all other university platforms

• It is used for financial transactions