Adapted from an article originally published to the Anthology Community Blog by Mindy Mekhail, Director, Product Marketing, Anthology PDFs are among the most frequently used file types
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Strategies for soliciting student feedback
As mid-semester approaches, we are presented with a great opportunity to pause and reflect on our courses. Soliciting student feedback gives us a better sense
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Fall 2025 events focused on well-being, resilience, and transformative teaching
The atmosphere at NIU was buzzing with excitement as we prepared for the Fall 2025 semester. The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) hosted
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CITL launches review of key online learning tools
During the 2025–2026 academic year, Northern Illinois University will conduct a comprehensive review of three enterprise online learning tools currently integrated with Blackboard: Yellowdig, VoiceThread,
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Writing like you teach: Making course materials clearer and more human
In “4 Ways to Adjust Your Prose Style for a Public Audience,” James Lang reminds us that writing for non-experts—whether in essays, books, or blog
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Bringing critical thinking to life in your classroom: Lessons from Linda Elder
Here’s something that keeps me up at night: we’re living in an age where misinformation spreads faster than wildfire, and our students are caught right
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Ten expert-level tips for creating a welcoming online course
With a new semester in full swing, there is no time like the present to start fresh and to create a welcoming virtual space. A
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Forward focus book club first read: The Great Upheaval
Higher education stands at a crossroads. Just as previous generations navigated the shift from agricultural to industrial society, we face transformative challenges of our own.
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When students don’t do the reading (and what we can do about it)
It happens from time to time—students come to class unprepared or without having finished the assigned readings. This may happen for any number of reasons:
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What’s New in Blackboard – Fall 2025
Blackboard released several updates over the past few months aimed at improving teaching and learning. Below we’ve outlined the most significant updates. Additional information can
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Three Quick Accessibility Fixes to Start the Semester Strong
Adapted from an article originally published to the Anthology Community Blog by Katie Grennell, Senior Education & Training Specialist, Anthology Back-to-school season is always a
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New Resource for Students – Getting Started with Blackboard Tutorial
It is important for students to be comfortable using Blackboard so that they can focus on the content and not how to use the system.
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