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Stay Safe! Don't Get Scammed During COVID-19

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on April 27, 2020

Along with the COVID-19 measures that require us to work, teach and learn remotely, we’ve seen a spike in online service usage and communications. Experts warn that cybercriminal activity (including online and phone…

Respondus LockDown Browser & Monitor are used for secure online proctoring.

Online Proctoring Tool Respondus Available for Remote Assessments

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on April 21, 2020

As teaching moves online, conducting assessments and exams while maintaining academic integrity can be a challenge for instructors. The ACCC has recently acquired licensing to LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor.

Netiquette and best practices for online learning

Make the Most of Online Learning: Netiquette & Best Practices

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on April 02, 2020

Keep this “Netiquette” framework and its guidelines in mind as you participate in your online course.

Illustration of people with headsets connecting to Webex and Zoom Online Collaboration Tools

Online Meetings with Webex & Now...Zoom!

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on March 20, 2020

Dear Instructors and Staff, As you transition your work and/or teaching online and look to use web conferencing tools, we want to ensure you that you have the support and information you need…

Teaching, Learning & Working Remotely: Resources for Academic Continuity

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on March 13, 2020

Dear Instructors, Students and Staff, In the event that routine work or academic functions are disrupted due to prolonged campus or building closures, you may find it necessary to work, or teach/take classes…

Tools for teaching and learning remotely include Blackboard Learn and Blackboard Collaborate

Webinars & Resources for Online Teaching & Learning