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PopeTech: The New Accessibility Checker for Canvas
PopeTech Accessibility Guide As you’re working in Canvas, you may notice a new icon in the Rich Text Editor next to the Save and Cancel buttons. This is the PopeTech Accessibility Guide, and it’s an excellent tool for ensuring that … Read More
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Conference Highlights from 2023: DT&L and InstructureCon Roundup
Distance Teaching and Learning Summit for Online Leadership & Administration Plus Roundtable, Presented by UPCEA, July 25-27, 2023, Madison, Wisconsin. Our presentation, “You Belong Here: Building an Equitable and Inclusive Online Learning Community,” delivered to over 50 attendees, addressed the … Read More
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Conference Highlights from 2023: National Distance Learning Week Roundup
Several DL team members attended the The United States Distance Learning Association’s National Distance Learning Week November 6-10, 2023: “How Artificial Intelligence Is Redefining Distance Learning in The Year 2023.” Here are their highlights: “Finding the Yin-Yang in Faculty Development … Read More
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Why is the introductions discussion important?
When designing courses, many course developers have told me that the introductions discussion seems like an unnecessary task for students because it does not contribute to their achievement of the course goals. I believe there are several benefits for building … Read More
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November Staff Spotlight: Courtnay Roberts
Staff Spotlight: Courtnay Roberts This month, we’re spotlighting Learning Designer Courtnay Roberts! In the blog post below, Courtnay shares a glimpse into her work with Distance Learning. How long have you worked here? How did you come to join … Read More
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How is Technology Supporting Student Engagement and are there Opportunities for Further Exploration?
Technology is fundamental to supporting engagement in online learning The foundational element of effective asynchronous online learning remains the discussion board, a primary feature in all major learning management systems. Discussion boards are virtual classrooms where students and teachers gather … Read More
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October Staff Spotlight: Patty Chrastka
Staff Spotlight: Patty Chrastka This month, we’re spotlighting Senior Learning Interaction Designer Patty Chrastka! In the blog post below, Patty gives us a behind-the-scenes look into her work with Distance Learning. How long have you worked here? How did … Read More
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Accessibility: In and Beyond the Classroom
This year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM) theme is “Advancing Access and Equity.” We will celebrate on Thursday, October 26 at 12 PM Central with a webinar that will highlight the importance of ensuring all people have equal opportunity … Read More
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Empowering Students Through Universal Design and Instructional Transparency
Building an inclusive online learning community (OLC) can acknowledge the learners’ diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The newly updated version of the Northwestern SPS High-Impact Teaching Practices for Online Instruction offers many strategies and techniques to build, maintain, and sustain … Read More
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September Staff Spotlight: William Guth
Staff Spotlight: William Guth This month, we’re spotlighting Senior Instructional Technologist William Guth! In the post below, William tells us more about his work with Distance Learning. How long have you worked here? How did you come to join … Read More