Due to the University’s decision to move classes to remote delivery for the remainder of the Spring 2020 semester in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a concern for how to hold final exams. A couple of years ago we introduced Respondus LockDown Browser to our toolkit to address…
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This document will highlight how to use Panopto’s integration with Zoom. What this means is that when you use the Cloud recording option in Zoom, it will automatically upload the recorded Zoom meeting file to your “My Folder” in Panopto. Here is how it works… Once the Zoom meeting recording…
Leave a CommentBanner Grade Submit in Blackboard is being disabled for Spring 2020 because we can not configure the tool to accommodate mixed grading schemes within courses.
Leave a CommentBecause you may now be using GoToMeeting to hold classes in response to Covid-19 you may want to integrate it into your Blackboard course site. It takes only a few steps to add GoToMeeting to your course menu, making it easy for students to find your scheduled meetings: Navigate to…
Leave a CommentNow that we are using Zoom to hold classes in response to Covid-19 you may want to integrate it into your Blackboard course site. It takes only a few steps to add Zoom to your course menu, making it easy for students to find your scheduled meetings: Navigate to your…
2 CommentsAfter provisioning Zoom accounts for all faculty, we have established Single Sign On (SSO) for our Zoom license. In addition to allowing users to login with their Wentworth credentials, the system auto-provisions accounts. This means that you do not have to contact DTS or LIT to get a Zoom account…
Leave a CommentIf you are trying to use any of the YouTube Mashups in Blackboard, you will receive an error: This is a known issue and is due to YouTube restrictions on API calls exceeding their limit. Blackboard is aware of the issue and is working with YouTube to resolve the issue.…
Leave a CommentManage Course Materials and Delivery In the event of an interruption, you may need to provide an updated syllabus that modifies the planned course activities, assignments, content and due dates. Once you have established clear communication procedures and pathways, you may want to send updated course materials. Make sure students…
Leave a CommentPlanning a Successful Transition to Teach Remotely in an Emergency Here are some good practices to consider and tips about going online in a hurry (Chronicle of Higher Education, M.D.Miller, March 9, 2020): Review Course Content and Assignments for the Coming Weeks: Will students be expected to adhere to the…
Leave a CommentWorkshops for Preparing to Teach Remotely During a Crisis: Thurs 3/12 – 9am-10am – Hold Virtual Classes or Office Hours with GotoMeeting (webinar) Thurs 3/12 – 12pm-1pm – Hold Virtual Classes or Office Hours with Zoom (webinar) Thurs 3/12 – 2pm-3pm – Create Pre-Recorded Lessons with Panopto (webinar) Fri 3/13…
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