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An American Indian college student wearing a wrist brace types on a laptop in a classroom while other students around him write by hand in notebooks.

From analog to AI and back again: Finding an accessible middle ground

March 6, 2026 Lindsay Vreeland Resources, Teaching, Technology Trends

Recent articles from NPR and Edutopia introduced us to Chanea Bond, a high school teacher who has nearly eliminated the use of computers in her

A female engineer wearing a bright orange safety jacket sits at a workstation with multiple large monitors displaying technical data, charts, and a 3D model of a vehicle chassis. The engineer is using a keyboard and mouse, with a two-way radio placed on the desk. The background shows an industrial setting with machinery and equipment.

The hidden cost of catching up in STEM

January 20, 2026 Linh Nguyen Best Practices, Resources, Teaching, Tips

In STEM, success is often measured by outcomes: grades, persistence, and graduation rates. When students who start with gaps in preparation ultimately perform as well

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Zoom now has automatic captioning!

February 3, 2021 Megan Holt News, Teaching, Technology Trends

Whether teaching synchronous sessions online or hosting virtual meetings, inclusivity is key to creating a successful online environment. NIU Zoom users can now utilize a

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2020 ECAR study of the technology needs of students with disabilities

June 15, 2020 CITL Best Practices, News, Resources, Teaching, Technology Trends

EDUCAUSE Center for Analysis and Research (ECAR) recently released the findings of their Study of the Technology Needs of Students with Disabilities, 2020. In their

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Inclusive Education: Tools and Techniques for Remote and Online Instruction

May 14, 2020 CITL Best Practices, News, Resources, Teaching, Tips, Web Tools

Inclusive teaching improves learning for all students, not just those with disabilities. The following resources compiled by Blackboard Ally can help you provide students with

Universal Design for Learning New 3-Part Online Series

February 11, 2016 Yvonne Johnson Best Practices, Newsletter, Teaching, Workshops

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