R Programming: R Basics
January 31st, 10:00am–12:30pm
Online, connection information will be sent in advance
Learning how to code can be intimidating, but will save you time and effort in the long run. This workshop will cover the basics of R programming. By the end of this session, you will be able to create variables, use pre-defined functions, understand data types, and load and inspect a dataset using RStudio. This workshop is geared toward programming novices, so no previous experience is required. Registration required: http://go.wisc.edu/2zo751
NVivo Software Basics (Online)
Career development Disciplinary expertise and interdisciplinary connections Inquiry, discovery, and creation Managing projects and people
February 4th, 12:00pm–2:00pm
NVivo is a popular qualitative data analysis software application that can be used to analyze interview transcripts and textual survey responses. NVivo facilitates the storage and organization of data, and provides tools for text coding. NVivo also provides a suite of analytical tools such as word frequency analysis and matrix-coding analysis. Register here:
Discovery to Product (D2P) Open House
Career development Inclusion and diversity Inquiry, discovery, and creation Leadership Managing projects and people Communication
February 5th, 4:30pm
Have you ever wondered where to start with your innovation or research idea? How do you develop it into a viable product, service or company? Meet our expert mentors and learn about our free training—attend a 30-minute UW Discovery to Product (D2P) virtual open house.
R Programming: R Basics (repeat)
February 7th, 10:00am–12:30pm
Online, connection information will be sent in advance
This workshop is an exact repeat of the January 31 session. Learning how to code can be intimidating, but will save time and effort in the long run. This workshop will cover the basics of R programming. By the end of this session, you will be able to create variables, use pre-defined functions, understand data types, and load and inspect a dataset using RStudio. This workshop is geared toward programming novices; no previous experience required. Registration required: https://go.wisc.edu/wdcuc8
Discovery to Product (D2P) Open House
Career development Inclusion and diversity Inquiry, discovery, and creation Leadership Managing projects and people Communication
February 7th, 12:30pm
Have you ever wondered where to start with your innovation or research idea? How do you develop it into a viable product, service or company? Meet our expert mentors and learn about our free training—attend a 30-minute UW Discovery to Product (D2P) virtual open house.
R Programming: Data Wrangling
February 14th, 10:00am–12:30pm
Online, connection information will be sent in advance
Data is rarely perfect out of the box. This workshop will cover how to manipulate datasets using an R package called dplyr. After this session, you will be able to select rows and columns, add new columns, remove missing data and create summary tables of your data. A basic working knowledge of R and RStudio (functions, operators, data types) would be helpful for you to get the most out of this session. Registration required: http://go.wisc.edu/6qux10
R Programming: Data Visualization
February 21st, 10:00am–12:30pm
Online, connection information will be sent in advance
So you're familiar with R, but want to do more with your plots than the base graphics package. This workshop will show you how to use the ggplot2 package in R. After this session, you will be able to create a variety of plot types, alter their aesthetics, and create custom themes. A working knowledge of R, RStudio, and dplyr would be helpful for you to get the most out of this session. Registration required: http://go.wisc.edu/f7n0ww
R Programming: Reports
February 28th, 10:00am–12:30pm
Online, connection information will be sent in advance
One way to automate your reports is to create files with human readable text and machine readable code. This workshop will cover creating reproducible reports of this type using RStudio. After this session, you will be able to create R markdown documents, add formatted text and executable code blocks, and render the document into a final report. A working knowledge of R and RStudio would be helpful for you to get the most out of this session. Registration required: http://go.wisc.edu/qv5hdj
Better Teaching Through Neurodiversity: Supporting Students’ Executive Functioning
Graduate School Office of Professional Development
Managing projects and people Teaching Personal and Interpersonal Effectiveness
March 12th, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Learn how to apply the Universal Design for Learning framework to develop inclusive teaching practices that support executive functioning for all learners in this one-part workshop. Through case study exploration and brainstorming around specific teaching materials, participants will work with peers to add to their toolbox for neuroinclusive teaching.
Discovery to Product (D2P) Open House
Career development Inquiry, discovery, and creation Managing projects and people Communication
March 12th, 4:30pm
Have you ever wondered where to start with your innovation or research idea? How do you develop it into a viable product, service or company? Meet our expert mentors and learn about our free training—attend a 30-minute UW Discovery to Product (D2P) virtual open house.