Educational Technologies
Dedicated to the support and advancement of best practices in teaching and learning at the University of Connecticut.
Technologies to Enhance Teaching and Learning at UConn
Video Conferencing
Use a variety of video conferencing tools to meet with your students.
Recording Technologies
Use technologies such as Kaltura and the Lightboard room to create and share videos.
Collaboration & Engagement
Use a variety of tools to engage students in the classroom and outside it
Testing & Assessment
UConn offers a variety of testing and assessment solutions to better enhance
your teaching.
Accessibility
UConn is committed to providing an accessible digital environment for everyone.
Workshops
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Nov
7
Getting Started With the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) 2:00pm
Getting Started With the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)
Thursday, November 7th, 2024
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Unlock the full potential of SoTL (Scholarship of Teaching and Learning) beyond satisfying academic curiosity. Engaging in SoTL not only enhances your teaching practice and effectiveness, benefiting your students, but it also strengthens your PTR documentation by showcasing your commitment to continual improvement. Moreover, SoTL offers accessible research opportunities without the heavy financial demands of traditional research.
Join this workshop to explore key aspects such as topic identification, study design, and data collection planning, empowering you to integrate scholarly inquiry into your teaching.
Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3216
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Nov
12
Getting Started with Hybrid and Blended Instruction (Webinar) 1:00pm
Getting Started with Hybrid and Blended Instruction (Webinar)
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Are you planning on offering a hybrid or blended course? This webinar will provide an introduction to how UConn defines hybrid and blended course modalities. We will discuss the benefits, challenges, and elements of quality found in hybrid and blended courses. In addition, we will provide some resources and tools for you to get started with your hybrid or blended course.
A webinar link will be sent to participants a few days before the event. You will benefit the most from this webinar if you attend using a computer rather than a mobile device or connecting via telephone.Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3217
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Nov
13
Accommodations: What Graduate Students and TAs/Instructors Need to Know 10:00am
Accommodations: What Graduate Students and TAs/Instructors Need to Know
Wednesday, November 13th, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This session will discuss the accommodations process for students with disabilities, student and instructor rights and responsibilities, and student versus employment accommodations. The information shared will be relevant to both graduate students and Graduate Assistants who serve in a teaching/instructor role. Time will be available at the end of the session for participant questions.
FACILITATOR:
- Jennifer Lucia, Senior Associate Director, Center for Students with Disabilities
See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School.
Please register to receive a Webex link for this event.
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Nov
20
Crafting a Teaching Philosophy Statement for Job Searches and Promotion 10:00am
Crafting a Teaching Philosophy Statement for Job Searches and Promotion
Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This session will begin with an overview or review of common elements in a teaching philosophy statement, then offer a series of writing prompts designed for participants who are at any stage of writing a teaching philosophy statement. Information about writing a diversity statement will also be shared. Whether you already have a draft or only a few discrete blurbs, this workshop will provide space for reflection on your teaching philosophy.
The workshop will NOT be recorded.
November 20, 10:00-11:00
Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3250
Noteworthy News
Ultra Course View is now available in HuskyCT!
UConn has introduced the new version of Blackboard into our HuskyCT platform, called Ultra Course View (UCV). Blackboard calls the new product "Blackboard Learn Ultra," although UConn will continue to refer to it as HuskyCT. Workshops and more information will be offered through CETL-Educational Technologies throughout Fall 2024 and continuing. More information can be found on the Ultra Course View section of this site.
If you'd like to learn more about upgrades to HuskyCT, keep an eye on this page and the Daily Digest, attend a HuskyCT workshop, or contact the CETL-EdTech office.
New software review process
Procurement has developed a new software and technology service review process to ensure the safety of FERPA-protected data.