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Tuesday, January 2, 2018

AMX passcode removed

Access to classroom equipment is now easier! In order to better serve instructors, IMS has decided to remove the AMX passcode from classrooms. This will allow instructors to launch AMX touch panels, and turn on projectors, without the need of the four-digit passcode previously required. This new change, which is effective as of this... More

Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Discover the benefits of using BigBlueButton in your course

Connect with your students in real time using BigBlueButton, whether you hold online office hours, have an exam review or host a guest speaker. On Jan. 16 from 1-3 p.m., join the EDC for an online workshop on BigBlueButton. Learn how to set up a session, share content and facilitate high quality online... More

Thursday, December 21, 2017

Get ready for the winter term with a last minute course tune-up!

If you鈥檙e getting ready to teach your first course at 杏吧原创, or if you鈥檙e returning after a break, you may have questions about policies and procedures, teaching tips and educational technology. Join Teaching and Learning Services on Thursday, Jan. 4 from 4:30-9 p.m. for our winter 2018 Contract Instructor Orientation to get the answers... More

Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Take advantage of cuLearn drop-in sessions in January

With the winter term right around the corner, we've scheduled two drop-in sessions in early January to help you with some cuLearn basics or for a refresher. January 4, 2-4 p.m. January 9, 1-3 p.m. Both sessions take place in room 422 Dunton Tower. These drop-in sessions provide an opportunity for you to work... More

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Reminder: Scantron processing in December

Instructors using Scantron are reminded to please drop off your sheets to the EDC main office (410 Dunton Tower) as soon as possible after your exam is done聽to ensure that they are processed in a timely manner. In an effort to provide more flexibility for drop-offs, we have extended聽our hours this week.聽We will be... More

Friday, December 15, 2017

Changes to Faculty G: Drive Access in Classrooms

Over the Christmas holidays, ITS will be implementing a change to faculty network drive space and deactivating the G: drive.聽 All data and file structure will be maintained and transferred over to your P: drive, which will continue to be available on classroom computers.聽 Once complete, all original data can be found in a... More

Thursday, December 14, 2017

cuLearn Drop-In Session

On Dec. 19 from 10 a.m. - noon, drop by the EDC to work on your cuLearn course with an educational technology consultant nearby who can answer questions and help with course preparation. No registration is required. Stay for the whole session or drop by for some quick help. If this time doesn鈥檛 work... More

Monday, December 11, 2017

D2L Innovation Award in Teaching and Learning call for nominations

Do you take an innovative approach to your teaching, whether it鈥檚 through your course design, assessment methods or use of technologies? Then apply for a 2018 D2L Innovation Award in Teaching and Learning! The award, sponsored by the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) and Desire2Learn, recognizes innovative approaches... More

Thursday, December 7, 2017

New online help centre for classroom technology

Figuring out how to use classroom technology just got easier. IMS has officially launched a new online help centre to provide you with the information and resources you need to teach in the classrooms around campus. The help centre puts the answers to your classroom technology questions at your fingertips in a self-paced format.... More

Thursday, December 7, 2017

cuLearn Assignments, Rubrics and Feedback

cuLearn offers a variety of assignment configuration settings to help you control every aspect of assignment submissions, including release and end dates, access restrictions and other options. Join us at the EDC on Dec. 14 from 1-3 p.m. for a hands-on workshop that will give you the opportunity to explore different types of assignments... More

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Coming soon: AMX passcode removal

Access to classroom equipment is about to get easier! In order to better serve instructors, IMS has decided to remove the AMX passcode from classrooms. This will allow instructors to launch AMX touch panels, and turn on projectors, without the need of the four-digit passcode previously required. This new change, which will be in... More

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Registration now open for the Certificate in University Teaching (CUT) winter cohort

Missed your chance to join our CUT program in the fall? Not to worry - by popular demand, we're bringing the program back for the winter term! Over 11 sessions, you'll develop your teaching skills and connect with colleagues from across campus. Facilitated by 3M teaching fellow, Dr. Anthony Marini, CUT provides a safe... More

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