The Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) is designed to enhance student success by supporting faculty and staff through professional development, instructional innovation, and collaborative learning.
The TLC promotes student success by providing resources, support, and professional development that foster a more efficient and effective academic environment.
Spring 2026 Library Workshops
Please REGISTER for the session you would like to attend to help us prepare for the sessions and ensure adequate resources.
Unlike the Fall workshop, the Spring sessions will focus exclusively on library database presentations, as most faculty members are expected to have already set up their LEA accounts during the Fall semester.
Pre-Workshop Survey
Help us tailor the workshop by completing the pre-survey by January 13, 2026 by clicking on the link or scanning the QR code below. All faculty members should complete this survey, even if you do not plan on attending any sessions:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LIT_Faculty_Pre-Survey_Sp26
To support greater participation, two sessions will be offered before the Spring semester begins. Please review the details below.
Online Session – Thursday, January 15• 10:00–11:00 a.m. – Databases for the General Education Department (Academic Search Complete, JSTOR, etc.) General Education faculty are strongly encouraged to attend; all interested faculty are welcome.
Presenter: Taylor R Gruizinga, Instruction and Assessment Librarian / LU Library
• 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Databases for the Healthcare and Science Department (ScienceDirect, CINAHL, etc.) Healthcare and Science faculty are strongly encouraged to attend; all interested faculty are welcome.
Presenter: Taylor R Gruizinga, Instruction and Assessment Librarian / LU Library
In-Person Session – Friday, January 16
Recommended for both full-time and adjunct faculty.
Location: TC 205
• 10:00–11:00 a.m. – Databases for the General Education Department (Academic Search Complete, JSTOR, etc.) General Education faculty are strongly encouraged to attend; all interested faculty are welcome.
Presenter: Elizabeth Sanders, Director of Learning & Research / LU Library
• 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Databases for the Healthcare and Science Department (ScienceDirect, CINAHL, etc.) Healthcare and Science faculty are strongly encouraged to attend; all interested faculty are welcome.
Presenter: Elizabeth Sanders, Director of Learning & Research / LU Library
If you have suggestions for resources to include or would like to donate materials, please contact us at TeachandLearn@lit.edu.
- STARLINK - Since its founding, STARLINK has been committed to empowering student success and providing exceptional professional development to higher education communities. STARLINK provides courses that maintain academic rigor, technical knowledge and skill sets which drive positive growth. STARLINK offers members a personalized dashboard to track training and 24/7 access to over 200 hours of professional development training through its eLibrary. Lamar Institute of Technology is registered with STARLINK and all LIT members may register for access.
- Vector Training - Vector training is used to present many of the mandatory trainings required across the campus. Your Vector training log-in also provides access to several training courses that can be taken at any time. These courses include topics such as Safety, Skills for Enhancing Student Success, Human Resources, Employment Practices, and more.
- TLC Organization in BlackBoard Learn - The TLC maintains an Organization in Blackboard that is available to all faculty and staff. Information sheets, handouts, and videos from past trainings can be found within the organization.
- LinkedIn Learning - (Accessible through the Teaching and Learning Organanization in Blackboard Learn) Ready to skill up? LinkedIn Learning bridges the gap between the career you want and the skills you need.
- Google Learning Certificates - Certificates in AI Essentials, Data Analytics, Project Management, and more.