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LinkedIn Learning Resources for Teaching Online

Crystal Ortega | Posted on May 13, 2020

These past several weeks, COVID-19 has disrupted University operations and forced instructors to abruptly move courses online. During these times of uncertainty, it is crucial to be flexible and adaptable, especially in the…

COVID-19 Impact on Remote Collaboration and Conferencing service usage at UIC. Infographic.

Spring 2020 By the Numbers: Enabling Academic Continuity During COVID-19

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on May 11, 2020

Our infographic on enabling academic continuity paints a picture of this surge in remote teaching and learning, and collaboration tools. For example, in Spring 2020, we saw a 291% increase in Blackboard courses in March 2020 compared with...

Did You Know? UofI Was First to Launch Computer-Assisted Learning!

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on May 07, 2020

It was 1960 when computer scientists at the University of Illinois launched the first generalized computer-assisted instruction program. They called it PLATO (Programmed Logic for Automatic Teaching Operations), and it ran on UofI’s ILLIAC computer.

Instructor Resources for Summer Online Teaching

Posted on April 29, 2020

When COVID-19 had us all staying home in mid-March, instructors had to move spring semester classes online. Considering this unexpected and abrupt change, chances are you have experienced challenges ranging from lack of…

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

Anthe Mitrakos | Posted on March 13, 2020

Dear Instructors, With classes migrating to online or alternate mechanisms by March 30th, we are keeping you informed of several services, tools and resources that support teaching and learning remotely at this time.…