Resources to Help You Get Ready:
- As you continue getting your Canvas courses ready for Fall, here are some great resources that I highly recommend you check out:
Preparing for Fall 2020 And Beyond – Online Teaching Resources
The Fall 2020 semester is quickly approaching. And, while there is much we are still unsure about, one thing is certain, Fall classes are likely to be a unique and challenging experience (for all of us). To help ensure that you (and your students) are prepared, here is a collection of some of the best available resources.
If you have any questions about instructional design or teaching technology, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Microsoft Teams for HIPAA-compliant Video Conferencing
The University now recommends the use of Microsoft Teams for those requiring HIPAA-compliant video conferencing options.
Easy-to-follow Best Practices for Recording Video
Whether you’re using a smart phone, a laptop, or anything else, it’s easier than ever to record video. But that means it’s also easier than ever to make mistakes. So, this page is here to help you avoid the most common errors and learn 5 easy-to-follow best practices that will make your next video better.
Signing In to Zoom to Join a Meeting
Over the last several days, UT has made several changes to the security in Zoom to prevent unwanted visitors in our classes and meetings. And, that has also resulted in some confusion when trying to log in, join meetings, and more.
To try and alleviate some of that possible confusion, the screenshots below show you what it should look like when you log in and what options you should select.
“Zoombombing” and What You Can Do About It
A small number of UT faculty have reported unknown, and uninvited “guests” showing up at random in their Zoom meetings. And a small number of universities have also reported what’s now being called “Zoombombing”.
The chances of this happening to you are very low. But, it’s a good idea to know what steps you can take to prevent it in the first place AND what to do in case it DOES happen.
Please disable the Panopto Video link in your Canvas course(s).
Please disable the Panopto Video link in your Canvas course(s). Instructions below.
Yesterday, 3/24/2020, the University enabled a new tool called Panopto in every Canvas course.
However, under the circumstances, you probably don’t have hours of free time to spend learning how to use it. So my recommendation to you is that you disable Panopto in all your Canvas courses until further notice.
To do that, follow the simple steps illustrated in this 2-minute video, or the 6 steps listed below:
Open Office Hours
Do you need any help preparing for Fall 2020 classes?
Beginning Wednesday, 8/12/20, until the 12th class day, I will be available for Office Hours. Office hours will be held each Mon, Wed, and Fri, from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.
- In person: NUR 5.180
- Zoom: https://utexas.zoom.us/j/94478560321
If you have ANY questions about Zoom, Canvas, powerpoint, Proctorio, screencasts, or anything else, feel free to drop in.
If you need a 1-on-1 consultation where we can focus more on your specific needs, please schedule a meeting with me in Outlook (my calendar is publicly available) and reserve a classroom where we can meet and ensure safe social distancing.
Voiceover PowerPoints Made Easy
You need to add narration to a PowerPoint slideshow but you don’t know where to start.
This 1 minute, video is a great, simple introduction:
You need help. So, what now?
You need help. But, who do you call?
Especially now that we’re all working remotely, when you need help, it’s not always clear whom to contact. So, here are some guidelines that might help.
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