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How can I use SnagIt to take a screenshot (image)?
Updated onArticleIn addition to video recording, SnagIt can also take still images of your screen.
"How to" Technical Guides (UofT's Academic Toolbox) TechSmith SnagIt Screenshots
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How to get the most out of your Lightboard Video
Updated onArticleWe have one Lightboard at Engineering. It is located at the Bahen Centre in room 3116. If you'd like to film using the Lightboard, please send a request to [email protected].
Teaching with Technology Resources Assisted-Recording (e.g. filming including on location, lightboard, chalkboard, lecture capture) Lightboard Video Recording
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Review the module toolkit resources on the EdTech Website
Updated onArticleThe toolkit provides open access to template documents (as well as examples of those documents in use) to help provide some structure to your module design project. They are recommended, but not required, and the EdTech Office is always happy to consult on their most effective and efficient use.
Teaching with Technology Resources Module Building Toolkit Before you Begin
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Provide both assessment and feedback
Updated onArticleNot all information transferred to students has to be formal assessment data. Formative feedback is constructive, builds connection, and increases motivation.
Teaching with Technology Resources Online/Remote Course Design How to assess learning
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Design accessible online course content
Updated onArticleThere are many ways to create a more accessible, equitable and inclusive learning community in the online environment. Small changes to your course materials and structure can address barriers for all your students, as well as the ones who may require individual accommodations. To help all your students learn course content, it is important to make all of your course materials accessible. See Making your online course content accessible for details.
Teaching with Technology Resources Online/Remote Course Design How to build your course
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Deliver live seminars/tutorials/etc online
Updated onArticleIf you've selected to use a synchronous modality to deliver content (see choosing course modalities), you'll want to review and select which tool(s) (see which webinar tool should I use (and when)?) you'll use to run these sessions and what you'll need to do before, during, and after sessions.
Teaching with Technology Resources Online/Remote Course Design How to build your course
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Start with a welcome message for attendees
Updated onArticleA title/welcome slide provides reassurance to attendees that they are in the right spot, at the right time. You can use your content to share important information about the session (including etiquette) and you can start building a relationship with your attendees by including elements like photos of the moderators/speakers. The goal is to set the tone for the session, to make people feel comfortable, and to set some parameters about how people should interact during your session. Since each session is different, it is important to be clear about expectations before the session begins.
Teaching with Technology Resources Synchronous Online Activities (Webinars, livestreaming, etc.) During your session
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Ensure your own readiness
Updated onArticleJump to: Ensure your own Readiness (in advance of session) Ensure your own Readiness (immediately before session)
Teaching with Technology Resources Synchronous Online Activities (Webinars, livestreaming, etc.) Before your session
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Recommended technology requirements for remote/online learning
Updated onArticleThe Office of the Vice-Provost, Students has shared their recommended technology requirements to enable students to fully participate in online courses. You might want to share this with your students and to consider these minimums when designing your courses.
Teaching with Technology Resources Online/Remote Course Design How to plan your course
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How can I view a PowerPoint show without using full screen?
Updated onArticleThis guide provides instructions on how to set your PowerPoint (for Windows) application to play your slide show in a window, not in full screen. This is particularly useful if you are participating in a video call and might want to see the presentation, your notes, and the webinar interface. Please note: To display your presenter notes, you will need a two monitor set up.
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