Each fall, the Teaching Assistant Orientation is offered to new and returning teaching assistants to learn more about their role as a TA and the
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Blackboard-related Reminders for the Beginning of the Semester
As many new faculty, teaching staff, and TAs are requesting course space on Blackboard this week and get ready to begin the semester teaching their
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Microsoft Office 365 Collaboration Tips for Faculty
Northern Illinois University subscribes to Microsoft for Education, a comprehensive service that provides email, calendars, Microsoft Office applications for both work and personal use, OneDrive
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Communicate with Your Students On-the-Go!
Videos can be a great way to deliver a message to students in your online course, and it’s never been easier. Many of us carry
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Universal Design for Learning **New 3-Part Online Series**
21st Century college students bring a diverse set of preferences, skills and expectations to the classroom. Engaging and motivating students in the dynamic age in
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Instructional Media and Technology: 2014 Award-Winning Blackboard Exemplary Course Tour
As I’ve previously shared, I was excited to learn that my online course, ETT 510: Instructional Media and Technology, has received the distinction as a Blackboard Catalyst
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