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LightScene Projectors

September 29, 2018 by | Technology

Overview The Epson LightScene projector is a new display that allows you to project images or videos onto different surfaces for showcase purposes. The display is laser projection (lampless) and is 2000 lumens.  Visually, the image is really sharp and even the smallest details can be seen on the photos that are being displayed. On

Four key actions to improve student learning What learning science texts say about learning and how technology can support it

September 13, 2018 by | Technology

I recently did an informal review of three popular learning science texts (see references below). From these three books, I compared information to see what types of topics surfaced regarding important points for instructors to follow in order to support their students’ learning. I found that the four following points received extensive treatment by all

Wylie Aitken Court Room Gets an Overhaul

August 29, 2018 by | Technology

The Wylie Aitken Court room received a complete makeover this summer.  Not only has it been physically transformed but it has also received a complete technology upgrade.  Upgrades include a new projection system, wireless connection for laptops and devices, video conferencing, annotation capabilities, as well as lecture capture and live streaming.

Improving Accessibility Learn it, do it

April 14, 2018 by | Technology

Several months ago, a hot news item was the Department of Justice’s finding that UC-Berkeley housed several public educational videos that weren’t accessible to people with sight and hearing issues. As a result, UC-Berkeley took down the access to these videos. This put higher education institutions into a panic, and the conversation continues in many

Accessible PDFs

April 14, 2018 by | Technology

Creating accessibility in PDFs can feel like a daunting task. We are fortunate, however, at Chapman University to have Acrobat Pro at our disposal for ensuring that PDFs are accessible. If you are a Chapman faculty member and you haven’t already taken advantage of this resource, you can contact the service desk, at servicedesk@chapman.edu, to

Poll Everywhere Student App

March 12, 2018 by | Technology

Poll Everywhere app allows you to: Easily access Instructor’s session of questions Respond instantly Download App The Poll Everywhere app is available on iOS 9.0 or later and Android 4.4 tablets and phones. Download on your Apple® device Download on your Android™ device Log in to app Click on the Three Bar symbol at the

Poll Everywhere Real-time virtual response system

February 5, 2018 by | Technology

What is Poll Everywhere? Poll Everywhere is a real-time polling assessment, clicker-free student response system. Polls can presented through Poll Everywhere’s website, Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Keynote. The audience can respond by visiting a webpage, texting or through the app. Can present through: website, Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Keynote. Audience response by: website, apps, or

Blackboard Student App

January 26, 2018 by | Technology

Blackboard app is Blackboard’s brand new mobile application that gives students a quick and easy way to access courses, interact with instructors and other students, and view content. Quickly view course content Submit assignments. Upload media from Google Drive™, OneDrive®, and Dropbox. Take tests View grades and feedback from instructors View announcements Participate in discussions

Blackboard Grader App

January 26, 2018 by | Technology

Bb Grader is Blackboard’s brand new tablet application that gives instructors a quick and easy way to grade and provide feedback. Measure student success anytime, anywhere. View a detailed list of all submissions Use the tablet’s microphone and camera to record audio and feedback Includes some features from the Blackboard Learn Retention Center The Blackboard

Blackboard End of Semester Checklist

December 18, 2017 by | Technology

Download your Grade Center. Print or Save Discussion Board posts. Download Turnitin Assignments. Perform a course review. What worked well and what did not work? What technical difficulties did you have? What content or tools do you need to modify/add/remove? What tools or features do you want to learn more about? Perform an accessibility review.

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