Digital Document and Web Accessibility Fundamentals – Nov. 14, 2023

This session focuses on accessible content creation practices. Techniques for conceptualizing, creating and maintaining accessible documents will be discussed and how to build these into department wide processes. A heavy emphasis is placed on why those techniques are important, and the ramifications of formatting decisions. This event is hosted by Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities […]

Depositing Research Data in U of T Dataverse (Borealis)

Are you interested in sharing your data with other researchers? Has a journal or funder asked you to share your data? Would you like to house your research team’s data in one place? In this session, participants will learn how to organize and publish research data in the University of Toronto Dataverse, U of T’s […]

Depositing Research Data in U of T Dataverse (Borealis)

Are you interested in sharing your data with other researchers? Has a journal or funder asked you to share your data? Would you like to house your research team’s data in one place? In this session, participants will learn how to organize and publish research data in the University of Toronto Dataverse, U of T’s […]

Web Content Accessibility Crash Course (Day 1) – Nov. 15, 2023

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

2023 STAR Workshop #7 – Internal Audit: Internal Controls & Improving Research Expenditure Compliance – Nov. 15, 2023

Join Internal Audit colleagues for an overview of their Research Expenditure Compliance Assessment Process (RECAP). Gain a better understanding of common internal controls and processes for improved compliance in research expenditures. Presenters: • Audelyn Budihardjo, Audit Manager, Internal Audit • Lusine Amirkhanyan, Senior Auditor, Internal Audit See the STAR program (https://research.utoronto.ca/training-resources/research-administration-training-star-program) for resources and to learn about past events. […]

Project & Trainee Management for Humanities Projects — Nov. 15, 2023

Funding agencies increasingly prioritize high-quality research trainee mentorship, and research projects are becoming more complex. As a Humanities Principal Investigator, you may find yourself learning trainee and project management skills on the fly as your project progresses. This JHI workshop and faculty roundtable discussion will provide a framework of best practices for developing project work […]

Web Content Accessibility Crash Course (Day 2) – Nov. 16, 2023

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

Research Ethics in the Health Sciences Info Session – Nov. 16, 2023

The Human Research Ethics Unit is pleased to invite you to this informational session to address all types of research involving human participants in the health sciences. Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops will include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Topics will include: • History and principles behind research […]

Moving the Dial On: Inclusive & Innovative Models for Refugee Health Equity – Nov. 16, 2023

This event is hosted by Community-Based Research Canada as part of their “Moving the Dial” 2023 E-Learning series. Established in August 2021, the New Canadians Health Centre (NCHC) provides health and settlement services to government assisted refugees in Edmonton, AB, according to a principles-based model which is underpinned by the core value of social justice, […]

Part 2: What is Harassment? Tools to Identify and Address Racial and Sexual Harassment – Nov. 16, 2023

Learning Objectives: Examine building a consensual culture by recognizing power dynamics and understanding boundaries and consent; identify and locate relevant U of T policies regarding workplace conduct. Distinguish between acting in allyship versus being an ally to proactively prevent workplace harassment. Review intervention techniques to intervene as bystanders to harassment. Implement the CALM Model to […]

Accessible Social Media – Nov. 16, 2023

This session will provide communications professionals with key resources, tips and techniques to support the development and creation of accessible social media content. Participants will be reminded of our obligations, legal and social, to create accessible content, provided with guidance on common social media platform accessibility features, and given advice on how to design accessible […]

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