April 20, 2020, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningEasy-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. … read more
March 16, 2020, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningOnline Teaching Resources Given the circumstances of what’s been happening around the world within the last few weeks, it’s safe to assume that what follows on this page is subject to change. That said, this is one of the resources available to you as you begin preparing to teach your classes completely on line beginning March 30th. Evaluate and Revise Your Syllabus Update any instructions around participation, assignments/deadlines, and other topics. Submit a Course Plan for Instructional Continuity for each class you teach. The university must have this document for accreditation and other compliance purposes. … read more
August 8, 2019, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & Learning, TestingIt’s Fall 2019! Ready or not, the Fall semester is upon us. That means it’s time to put the finishing touches on your syllabus, get your Canvas course up and running, make sure all your slideshows are finished, and so much more. In addition to the 10,000 other things on your to-do list, here are a few resources that will help you start the semester strong. … read more
June 5, 2019, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningCamtasia and You Are you teaching in a “flipped classroom”? Do you want to easily add a voice over to your PowerPoint slideshow? Do you have VHS or DVD videos that you wish you could upload into Canvas for future use? … read more
April 5, 2019, Filed Under: Teaching & LearningShould you use the microphone? Yes! “If our colleagues and students can’t hear in meetings or in classrooms, they can’t participate. Those of us with low hearing, a hearing impairment, or a hearing-assistive device need you to speak into the microphone so we can fully understand your words. In a crowded or large space, amplification makes it possible for everyone to engage and learn. Simply talking loudly isn’t enough. It’s not about the fact that you took a high-school theater class and learned to project from the stage. Or that you can use your “teacher voice” to be heard in the back of the room. It’s not about your belief that you are a good speaker.” … read more
January 1, 2019, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningIt’s 2019! Start the year (and semester) strong! Ready or not, the Spring semester is upon us. That means it’s time to put the finishing touches on your syllabus, get your Canvas course up and running, make sure all your slideshows are finished, and so much more. In addition to the 10,000 other things on your to-do list, here are a few resources that will help you start the semester strong. … read more
December 15, 2018, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningGoPros, Webcams, and Smartphones. Oh, my! You may have already heard, but in case you haven’t, the School of Nursing now has not 1 but 3 GoPro cameras that are available to help you create videos for your students or as part of your class. … read more
September 18, 2018, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Teaching & LearningThe Blausen Medical Collection Are you looking for new and innovative ways to help your students understand the complexity of the human body? Do you want to upgrade the outdated images in your PowerPoint slideshows with 3D images? The brand new Blausen Medical Collection may be just the thing you need! … read more
August 10, 2018, Filed Under: Media & A/V, Software & Apps, Teaching & LearningStart the Semester Strong! Ready or not, Summer is nearly over and the Fall semester is upon us. That means it time to put the finishing touches on your syllabus, get your Canvas course up and running, make sure all your slideshows are finished, and so much more. Well, in addition to the 10,000 other things on your to-do list, here are a few resources that will help you start the semester strong. … read more
May 22, 2018, Filed Under: Teaching & Learning3 Ways to Get Students to Read Your Syllabus Do you ever wish students would JUST READ THE SYLLABUS? If so, you’re not alone. And, we’re going to explore 3 specific things you can do to get students reading (and remembering) your syllabus. … read more
