Zoom News: Focus Mode

Zoom News

Inside of a recent Zoom Update to the desktop software (5.7.5), there is a great feature for those instructors who are teaching online courses. When delivering instruction, especially via Zoom it can be challenging for faculty to keep students focused on the instruction. The new feature, called Focus Mode, once enabled allows the instructor to prevent student’s video streams from distracting each other by displaying only student’s names instead of their video stream. The instructor will still see the students’ video and students will see the instructor in addition to their own video stream. With two clicks the instructor can disable Focus Mode to allow for a class discussion and can easily be shifted back when appropriate.  

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Online Course Readiness Checklist – Part 4 of 4

OCR Part 4

The Learning and Educational Center supports all instructors in the development and advancement of their courses. We developed a checklist based on the Quality Matters Rubric and adapted it from a similar checklist from Western Kentucky University which allows instructors to quickly determine their course readiness as it relates to the Quality Matters (QM) Rubric. The Course Readiness Checklist was designed and aligned with the 8 Standards of the Quality Matters Rubric.  For reference, we have documented the relevant QM Standard in the checklist.  

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Diving into Fall Guest Presentation Series: Using Virtual Escape Rooms to Engage your Students, Colleagues, and Staff!

Fall Square Using Virtual Escape Rooms to Engage your Students, Colleagues, and Staff!

Do you want to develop your own virtual escape room? This is part two of a two-part workshop on how to create your own virtual escape room. Participants will bring their own escape room concept/idea they want to implement and work on developing the escape room components with hands-on support to guide them through the process.  Note: If you missed Part 1 (8/25), you can watch the recording prior to attending Part 2.

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The Role of Motivation and Engagement in Online Learning

Students Collaborating

Motivation and engagement are essential in online teaching and learning contexts. The challenge of keeping our students motivated and engaged is common across all disciplines in online learning. Online courses, however, may present some unique challenges. Without face-to-face interaction, faculty may not be able to pick up nonverbal cues from students that can indicate when students may be disengaged. Faculty may also not be able to share their emotions and may find it difficult to express enthusiasm or concern. The online environment can make it easier for students to disengage and consequently participate minimally in your course. Sometimes students may choose to enroll in an online course because they perceive it to be easier. This can lead to students finding it more difficult to engage.

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Online Course Readiness Checklist – Part 3 of 4

OCR Part 3

The Learning and Educational Center supports all instructors in the development and advancement of their courses. We developed a checklist based on the Quality Matters Rubric and adapted it from a similar checklist from Western Kentucky University which allows instructors to quickly determine their course readiness as it relates to the Quality Matters (QM) Rubric. The Course Readiness Checklist was designed and aligned with the 8 Standards of the Quality Matters Rubric.  For reference, we have documented the relevant QM Standard in the checklist. Over the next two weeks, we will break down the checklist and review a section or two each week.

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Online Course Readiness Checklist- Part 2 of 4

OCR Part 2

The Learning and Educational Center supports all instructors in the development and advancement of their courses. We developed a checklist based on the Quality Matters Rubric and adapted it from a similar checklist from Western Kentucky University which allows instructors to quickly determine their course readiness as it relates to the Quality Matters (QM) Rubric. The Course Readiness Checklist was designed and aligned with the 8 Standards of the Quality Matters Rubric.  For those that are familiar with Quality Matters, we have documented the relevant QM Standard in the checklist. Over the next three weeks, we will break down the checklist and review a section or two each week.  

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Diving into Fall: Fall Fancies: Ideas for Fall Teaching

Fall Square FAll FANCIES

As we transition into the fall semester, we likely have a newfound interest and expertise in various aspects of teaching and learning from the way we use technology to how we are respecting learner diversity, and more. This is a facilitated drop-in session where you can join us for the full hour or for just a few minutes to talk about some ideas you are exploring for the fall term. Whether you are teaching online, face-to-face, or a blend, join us to share the ideas you are exploring.

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Diving into Fall: Hands-On Training for Leveraging NSU Classroom Technology

Fall Square Hands On Training for Leveraging

Since the beginning of the pandemic, most classrooms around campus have been outfitted with newer technology, and if you haven’t taught in this new classroom environment, it may take a little practice to become familiar with the technology in the classroom. This hands-on training will give you some instruction along with a practice session to help you gain confidence with starting up and using the technology in classrooms at NSU. We will guide you through logging in, starting a zoom session, enabling projectors, testing audio, testing cameras, and sharing an activity to an audience. Prior attendance of our Leveraging Classroom Technology workshops or Teaching in the BlendFlex Models training session is highly recommended.

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