NIU Navigate is a system that connects students, advisors, and services to promote academic planning and success. It has uses for both students and faculty/staff
Read more8 ways to use QR codes in the classroom
By Tolulope (Tolu) Noah | August 10, 2022 Source: EDUCAUSE Review QR codes can complement the design of more interactive and engaging learning experiences in
Read moreThe evolving conversation about quality in online learning
What does quality look like in online learning? How has the landscape of online learning changed over the course of the pandemic? What is the
Read moreNew Zoom features
Zoom has introduced several new features to provide a better educational experience for faculty and students: enhancements for Chromebook, audio sharing in breakout rooms, video
Read moreBlackboard Promotes Inclusive Learning Environments with New Name Pronunciation Feature
Names are important, particularly accurately pronouncing each others’ names. In Blackboard, the new name pronunciation feature helps you create a more inclusive learning environment by allowing you and your students to add a phonetic spelling and short audio recording of how to pronounce your name.
Read moreBlackboard Ultra Transition Academy
As NIU moves forward with our transition to Ultra Course View, CITL is increasing our support to help faculty prepare. While we have provided a long
Read moreComing soon to Blackboard!
Blackboard has tripled their development team, so the rate of new features is accelerating rapidly! Many exciting features and updates are coming soon to Blackboard
Read moreHighlighting accessibility resources
Accessibility continues to be a high priority at NIU. Here are just a couple of our notable accessibility resources, as well as an exciting announcement!
Read moreGet creative with Kaltura
NIU’S video platform, Kaltura, is teeming with activity, but you might be surprised to learn what else you can do with your video content. In
Read moreThings you didn’t know Blackboard could do
Blackboard has many features that can help you enrich your students’ learning experience and improve your teaching experience, but you may not know they are
Read moreNew 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
Read moreBlackboard 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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