We added a new guide to our website! This compendium of interactive techniques was compiled and shared via Creative Commons by a Dr. Kevin Yee
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New progress tracking feature in Blackboard Ultra Course View
Between rigorous classes, assignments and studying, new friends and social events, obligations at home, and extracurricular obligations, managing time in college can be a challenge
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Student success tips and tools
Now available for NIU students for the spring 2022 semester are new student success tips and tools that offer practical, step-by-step guidance for students on
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Tips for starting the semester remotely
The first week of the semester is a critical time for setting the tone of the course, motivating and exciting students for learning, beginning to
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Welcome back to the spring 2022 semester
Dear Faculty, I want to take this opportunity to welcome you back after a much-deserved break. We’re beginning the spring semester during a challenging time,
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Spring 2022 classroom technology training and support
This spring, staff from the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning are bringing classroom technology training and support to your college! We have scheduled sessions
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Blackboard Ally available in all courses on December 15
To support NIU’s commitment to being an inclusive institution, the Division of IT will be enabling Blackboard Ally in all courses on December 15. Ally provides your
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Customize the look of your Blackboard Ultra course with a new course banner!
The new Course Banner feature in the Ultra Course View will help you create a unique visual to brand your course and create a more welcoming environment.
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Announcing the Lightboard Studio
The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning is excited to announce the arrival of the newest member of our teaching technology family: the Lightboard! Housed
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Nominations being accepted for Excellence in Online Teaching Award
Nominations for the 2022 Excellence in Online Teaching Award are now being accepted. This award recognizes NIU faculty and instructors whose performance exemplifies a commitment
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New feature in MS Teams meetings: Presenter mode
Instructor Presence Educators who teach online face challenges to establishing and enhancing instructor presence. Instructor presence has been defined as having “… students see you behind
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Dan Cabrera celebrates 25 years at NIU
We honor and congratulate Dr. Daniel Cabrera for 25 years of service assisting staff, students, and educators at Northern Illinois University. The Center for Innovative Teaching
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