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Young woman taking an online exam on a laptop with a webcam.

New feature: Respondus Monitor offers second camera option to improve exam security

April 6, 2026 Kevin Harris News, Teaching, Technology Trends, Web Tools

Respondus, the maker of LockDown Browser and Monitor, has recently released a new option that can require students to use a second camera to record

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Office of Online Learning launches “Wellness Wednesday”

October 28, 2025 Tedra Mewhirter News, Resources

At NIU, we know that student success extends far beyond the classroom, and for our online Huskies, connection and well-being are central to thriving in

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Smiling student studying on laptop

Ten expert-level tips for creating a welcoming online course

September 3, 2025 Megan Holt Best Practices, Teaching, Tips

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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A year in review: Highlights from the Office of Online Learning

September 19, 2024 CITL News, Resources

As the demand for online education grew, the Office of Online Learning was established in 2023 to provide centralized support for NIU’s online learners. In

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Young woman, a university student, studying online.

Online learning trends and highlights – Fall 2024

September 13, 2024 Jason Rhode News, Newsletter

The following snapshot of online learning at NIU offers a glimpse into the current state of online learning and highlights a few of the current

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Leading the way in online learning

November 7, 2023 CITL News, Newsletter

Nationally, nearly nine million college students take classes exclusively online. As the landscape of higher education continues to evolve, Northern Illinois University is positioning itself to

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African American female student studying online from home

Online learning trends and highlights – Fall 2023

October 5, 2023 Jason Rhode News, Newsletter

The following snapshot of online learning at NIU offers a glimpse into the current state of online learning and highlights a few of the current

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Smiling young woman sitting at desk, using laptop computer and writing in notebook

State of online learning at NIU – Fall 2022

January 10, 2023 Jason Rhode News, Teaching, Technology Trends

With the start of any new year, it’s a time for reflection as well as looking ahead to what’s next in the year ahead. In

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The needs and preferences of fully online learners

September 14, 2022 CITL Best Practices, Resources

Students who actively choose virtual programs because their work or family lives demand it are more satisfied with their online studies than they were before

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