Melissa Rivosecchi
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Melissa Rivosecchi is the Head, Vanier Library at Concordia University Library. She manages the Vanier Library public services unit and provides research and instructional support to students and faculty in psychology. Her research interests include topics related to experiential learning, traditional crafting in makerspaces, and educational technology.
Sessions in which Melissa Rivosecchi participates
Wednesday 25 February, 2026
This presentation will provide best practices and tips for using Microsoft Teams Planner and the content scheduler applications to enhance project collaboration and team coordination. Drawing from our recent experience working together on the cross-collaborative Shuffle Advisory Committee, which included members from various units across the university, we will share how these tools helped us streamline tasks, improve communication, and stay organized. We will also showcase how we’ve integrat...
Sessions in which Melissa Rivosecchi attends
Tuesday 24 February, 2026
Opening remarks followed by keynote: Bodies in the loop - Rethinking AI through embodied practice and small data
Wednesday 25 February, 2026
I propose a hands-on exploration of AI tools for transcription and translation paired with a dynamic conversation about the function, efficacy, and ethical implications of these technologies. By combining demonstration and practice with reflective discussion, this workshop will both empower participants to effectively engage with AI tools for transcription and translation and contribute to broader efforts to establish whether and how these tools should be deployed for research and productivit...
The project Bien-être numérique is collaboration between Le Pôle d’expertise interordres en formation à distance (FAD) and multiple higher education institutions in Quebec, including Concordia University. The project collects video testimonials from students, instructors, and educational advisors about dealing with the daily challenges they face while working in a digital environment. In this session, we will explore some of these common challenges and also share practical strategies and advi...
