As Associate Instructors (AIs), it’s necessary to have a strong foundation on the best instructional technologies available to support faculty and students. AIs are expected to be well-versed in a variety of tools that can enhance learning outcomes, improve student engagement, and streamline grading. Canvas is the central hub (our learning management system) for instructors… Read more »
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How to Spend the Summer as a Doctoral Student
With the spring semester coming to a close, students are anxiously awaiting the beauty of summer. There is nothing like summer break as a college student. Going home to visit family, exciting vacations, beaches, beautiful weather, and relaxation are activities students look forward to after a long academic year. However, doctoral students have different expectations… Read more »
Quick Tip: Preview your future classroom without leaving your office
If you already know the room for your next teaching assignment—or if you are searching for a room that meets your needs—you can learn more about the room without having to leave your office. Access the IU Classroom database to view photos of the classroom, find out the seating capacity, technical specs, and other useful information…. Read more »
Quick Tip: Learn the Basics of Canvas Quizzes
If you are new to creating quizzes in Canvas—or you would like a refresher—you can watch the Canvas in 30: Getting Started with Quizzes video in Kaltura to learn the basics of Canvas quiz making. The video is less than 30 minutes in length and touches on: The types of quizzes available in Canvas Managing… Read more »
In Support of Our MSU Colleagues
On behalf of the staff of the CITL, I want to pass along my condolences to our colleagues at Michigan State University, who are experiencing the trauma of a mass shooting on their campus. Our thoughts are with the faculty, staff, and students of MSU as they deal with this tragedy. Whenever we hear of… Read more »
Meet our new colleague, Aaminah!
We’ve had a lot of great new colleagues join us recent at the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL). We’ve introduced Da’Ja’. Today we get to meet Aaminah Long (she/her), our new Equity & Inclusion Specialist! Thanks to Aaminah for answering some questions, so that we could know her better. Can you introduce yourself… Read more »