Are you scheduled to use Wimba within the next few days for your course? If so, you need to be aware of an issue that occurred due to a Java security update released by Oracle on Jan. 14. This issue affects both faculty and students trying to use the Wimba web conferencing application. If you updated your computer with the […]
Need a reminder on how to copy content from your development (or previously taught) course into this semester’s course shell? The Start-of-Semester D2L Checklist includes a link to written directions for copying course materials as well as other useful tips and links: http://www.mnstate.edu/uploadedFiles/Level_2/Content/Instructional_Technology_Services/Desire2Learn/SemesterStartChecklist.pdf
Instructors: Forgot to request your D2L course shells before leaving for break? Delay no longer! Complete your request via the Course Creator form. Be aware it will take at least 24 hours (up to 72) for your course to appear on D2L following receipt of your request.
Refer to the following checklist for helpful tips for completing your start of semester preparations for your online, hybrid, and tech-enhanced courses in Desire2Learn: mnstate.edu/uploadedFiles/Level_2/Content/Instructional_Technology_Services/Desire2Learn/SemesterStartChecklist.pdf If you have questions, please contact Instructional Technology Services by e-mail at support@mnstate.edu or phone 218.477.2603.
Join our Instructional Technology staff (Catherine Artac, Jane Melander, and Brandyn Sauer) for a conversation on what’s new, what’s changed, and to learn how others are using technology to meet their instructional needs. New and returning instructors will receive pointers on getting ready for Spring semester. Suggestions for spring semester workshop topics are also welcomed!