With the change from Turning Point to Turning Cloud I have not had many requests for use of this neat technology. I still have many clickers that can be borrowed and the latest version of TurningPoint Cloud will allow for anyone to pass out clickers to get anonymous responses that they can display immediately on … Read more
Student Blackboard Support Faculty Blackboard Start of Semester Tips Embedding Mediasite into Blackboard Video Release Form Requirements for Viewing a Mediasite Presentation DE Orientation SABA Web Conferencing Using Pirate Port Using VPN to Connect Remotely Using Online Tools Just to get you started! and here is the answer to one of many questions how to … Read more
A few years ago I did the countdown to fall semester. I received various comments and some groans but in less than 3 weeks we have many new students and returning students headed into our classrooms so are a few resources to check out! Some BB tips and some connecting with others in and around … Read more
But it says it all! From https://oirt.rutgers.edu/end-of-semester-tips-for-instructors-using-lmss-learning-management-systems/ There is a lot for instructors to keep track of at the end of the semester. Here are some tips on how to avoid some of the common problems we see instructors run into at the end of the semester: Get your Gradebook in order. If you have any … Read more
Here’s an easy way to turn a single image into an interactive image. This tip comes in handy if you use collage images for interactive stories or have a great illustration but no way to break it into separate pieces. HAVE A QUESTION OR CONCERN? Reply to this email to start a conversation.
Or why not? I will admit I have not embraced this technology but I am exploring it’s use in higher ed and have found some articles which tempt me to continue in this endeavor. If you use “tweets” as part of your class or were thinking of incorporating them into class let me know and … Read more
I often get the request to assist with enabling a guest speaker to present to a class from outside the college. We do have SABA web conferencing software which easily allows guests to share content but often the technology gets a bit frustrating for some guests. Did you know that in recent versions of Skype … Read more
Please share here with a comment or send me an email, have you tried something different this semester, is it working or did it bomb? Have you heard of a new or old tool that you want to try? When talking to CAHS students recently one comment that was made was how some faculty … Read more
As the ITC for our college I can do more than monitor room recordings. The ITC page on the OFE website describes “The role of the ITC is to promote, support, and help integrate digital technologies into learning and teaching at East Carolina University and to empower faculty members in the use of technology in education. … Read more
Tech wise that is. According to a recent article I read in Campus Technology “American millennials (those between the ages of 16 and 34) may be the first generation that grew up with computers and Internet access, but all that time spent glued to a small screen hasn’t translated to technology competence. While they spend … Read more