This article will direct you to helpful information about the supported technology resources on campus.
Moodle
Moodle is Wagner's learning management system. If you are teaching a course, you automatically have a Moodle page created for you with all of your students automatically enrolled. There are a lot of great features in Moodle that will help you create a robust online learning environment for students. Some popular features include uploading multiple types of files for student review, creating assignments for students to submit, an online grade book, and many more. The following link will take you to the Moodle Resources page where you can learn more.
Moodle Resources Page
Zoom
Zoom is a video conferencing software that will give you the ability to connect with your students in a live session on your computer. There are many features in Zoom that are a great asset to have in the classroom. Some of these features include, the ability to share your screen to show Power Point slides or other pertinent information for your class and the use of a personal room that allows for instant meetings. This particular feature is very popular for scheduling office hours. You also have the ability to create and distribute polls and breakout groups for participants. Tutorial videos can be found on the Zoom Resources page linked below
Zoom Resources Page
Kaltura
Kaltura is a lecture capture software that allows you to record your lectures and share them with your students via Moodle. You can also upload previously recorded videos on to Kaltura and make them accessible for your courses' media gallery on Moodle. There are many other great features in Kaltura including the ability to use Kaltura media assignments so students can submit their own videos as their assignment submissions, interactive quizzes that play along with video to assess student engagement, the ability to view analytics for each video, and much more. Tutorial videos can be found on the Kaltura Resources page linked below
Kaltura Resources Page
Google Drive
Google Drive is a file storage service as well as a great collaboration tool. With Google Drive you can also take advantage of Google Docs, Google Slides, and Google sheets which are very similar to the tools you would use in Microsoft Office. With Google Drive you can share files and folders with others and even collaborate together on documents.
Google Drive Basics Tutorial
VoiceThread
VoiceThread is a great application that will allow you to share different types of media with students. They can view the media and collaborate in an asynchronous discussion via voice, text, or webcam. Utilizing VoiceThread will enhance your course especially if you are teaching online. It also integrates seamlessly with Moodle. Tutorial Videos can be found on the VoiceThread Resources page linked below
VoiceThread Resources Page
Remote Learning Tech Tips
Check out the following link for a playlist of short tech tips that may be helpful when facilitating your course: Click here to view the playlist!