This January, OIT will be offering several workshops to help you kick off the new year right. From getting started with Canvas to conquering quizzes or using AI, we have you covered. We know some things cannot wait until January. In December, we will also help you to wrap up your Canvas course for the term. Continue reading Faculty Technology Workshops Return in January
Two of the most critical parts of the university’s enrollment and scheduling infrastructure are the official Course Catalog and Schedule of Classes (CC/SOCL). A large number of people and many hours of labor go into compiling and displaying class data each term in preparation for scheduling classrooms, ensuring accuracy in information and prerequisites, and creating a straightforward registration experience for students. The intensive training courses for working both in the Course Catalog and the Schedule of Classes are important milestones in preparing staff to work in these systems. The team recently revamped training for Course Catalog, and currently, we are undergoing major updates needed to the Schedule of Classes end-user training.
Continue reading Major Updates Coming to Course Catalog & Schedule of Classes Training
Our Fall 2024 Faculty Technology Workshops are in the books! We are so happy to have had many great sessions, and we thank everyone who attended over the last two weeks. If you didn’t have a chance to stop by, don’t fret! We have recordings now available for your reference. Continue reading 2024 Faculty Technology Workshop Session Recordings Now Available
The fall term is quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you’re aware of all of the services and resources available to you. Whether you are new to SMU or returning for another term, LinkedIn Learning is a valuable service that’s free to all students, faculty, and staff! With over 9,000 training courses, there is sure to be something to help you learn and grow during your time at SMU. To get you started, here are a few select courses from LinkedIn Learning that are popular with your fellow SMU colleagues! Continue reading Returning to Learning: LinkedIn Learning Courses to Start Your Semester
Whether you’re a faculty member totally new to Canvas or other SMU academic technology, or you want a refresher before the next term, our Faculty Technology Workshops have all you need to hit the ground running and make your courses the best they can be. Let us come together and discover the latest developments and best practices for using the Canvas LMS, A.I. tools, and more in the classroom. Continue reading Faculty Technology Workshops — FTW! Back-to-School Bootcamp Starts August 13
