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How do I embed a Microsoft Office Form in a Quercus Page?
Updated onArticleWhen you create a Microsoft O365 Forms survey, quiz or poll, you can use the embed code associated with the form to share and display the form directly inside your Quercus course. This embed code can be copied and pasted directly into the HTML editor of any area that supports the Rich Content Editor, including Announcements, Assignments, Discussions, Pages, or Quizzes.
This guide outlines the steps to embed a Microsoft Office Form an a Quercus Page.
"How to" Technical Guides (UofT's Academic Toolbox) Microsoft Office 365 Microsoft Forms
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Generate bypass codes for UTOR Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Updated onArticleThe University of Toronto will be mandating dual-factor authentication for its systems in 2023. Students will need access to their devices in order to complete the double authentication. This might create a conflicting policy for your activity. For example, to login to Quercus, the student will need to authorize the login via their call phone - but if you have not allowed cell phone use, you might run into issues.
The bypass codes allow users to proactively generate (and save) codes that act as the second factor (instead of a device) for MFA authentication. If you have a policy where students will not be able to access their phones, we recommend sharing instructions on how to generate bypass codes prior to the activity.
Teaching with Technology Resources Assessments (quizzes, tests, final assessments, etc) Before you begin
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ETO Prep Sheet: Quick tips for recording instructional videos
Updated onArticleThere's a lot to consider when thinking about creating instructional videos (we'd be happy to have a more in depth chat! but we've pulled together the key tips we'd recommend that you keep in mind while recording. We've summarized them below and have also included a one-pager PDF that you can download, print, and keep handy to remind yourself of these key elements during each recording you make.
Teaching with Technology Resources Self-Capturing (Video/Screen Captures, Filming-at-home videos, etc.) Creating video content
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How to Add Chapters to MyMedia Videos
Updated onArticleAdding chapters to your online videos allows viewers to select a specific chapter and jump to that place in the video. You can create this type of navigation within videos hosted on the MyMedia platform by using Chapter Titles.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a list of chapters for videos uploaded to the MyMedia platform. In the guide, we will use the blank page option to create the chapters directly on the MyMedia interface.
"How to" Technical Guides (UofT's Academic Toolbox) MyMedia Captioning
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How do I download a caption file from YouTube?
Updated onArticleThis guide provides the steps to download captions that are automatically generated for YouTube videos. You can only download captions files (.vtt, .srt, and .sbv format) for videos uploaded on a channel for which you have login privileges. The format you choose to download depends on the requirements of the platform (eg. MyMedia accepts .vtt). For an overview on what captions are and why we use them for videos, check out the guide on Video captions and audio transcripts.
Teaching with Technology Resources Accessibility (Captioning, Accommodations, etc.) How to
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How do I schedule a webinar in MS Teams?
Updated onArticleMicrosoft Teams Webinars is a feature available in Microsoft Teams that allows you to
- schedule your webinar
- register attendees
- run an interactive presentation
- analyze attendee data for effective follow-up
Teams Webinars are different from Teams Meetings. Webinars are structured meetings where presenters and participants have clear roles. A key difference between Webinars and Meetings is that webinars support registration and provide attendee engagement data.
This guide outlines step-by-step instructions for scheduling a Webinar in Microsoft Teams.
"How to" Technical Guides (UofT's Academic Toolbox) Microsoft Office 365 Microsoft Teams
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How do I use Powerpoint to create my own Quercus Course Banner or Card?
Updated onArticleThis guide includes PowerPoint templates that you can download and use to create your own Quercus Course Card and Banner.
After you create the course card, you can follow this guide to learn how to set the course's image on the Dashboard. To add the course banner to your page, follow this guide to upload and embed an image in the Rich Content Editor as an instructor.
"How to" Technical Guides (UofT's Academic Toolbox) Quercus Administration
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PVC Camera Arm Holder (Crystal Liu)
Updated onArticleWe wish we'd thought of it, but we didn't! This equipment was designed and built by MSE TA Crystal Liu to support teaching team members who might prefer (or be more comfortable with) handwriting versus tablet drawing. Handwriting is a technique that students comment very positively on - they seem to like both the pacing and the personality of handwriting.
Teaching with Technology Resources Examples from Colleagues Document Cameras
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Creating a "Newscaster" style video with OBS and Slidedeck (Prof. Romkey)
Updated onArticleWe wish we'd thought of it, but we didn't! Each capture set up is personal, depending on style and type of video that is being authored. We thought it would be valuable to share how different faculty use different combinations of hardware and software to produce their course content. Prof. Romkey created asynchronous video content for her students to watch, on their own time, in preparation for live, synchronous interactive "lecture" sessions. By combining the different modalities, she (and co-instructor, Prof. Rob Irish) reduced the in-person two hour lecture component to 1 hour of "async" videos and 1 hour of "sync" lecture session.
Teaching with Technology Resources Examples from Colleagues Video Production (Screen captures, picture in picture, etc.)
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Overview of Lightboard Equipment
Updated onArticleThis guide is an overview of the equipment used in the EdTech Office's studio space. We use high quality equipment, while balancing cost. While shared here are some more expensive options, if you are investigating setting up your own lightboard set up, there are some elements that you might be able to purchase lower cost options. In general, we recommend buying the best camera (see other camera options) and microphone that works for your budget.
Teaching with Technology Resources Assisted-Recording (e.g. filming including on location, lightboard, chalkboard, lecture capture) Lightboard Video Recording