Category: Educational Technology News

Posted January 13, 2026

It’s now easier to convert PDFs and other files into more accessible formats—directly in Canvas! We’ve integrated SensusAccess into Canvas to support the digital accessibility of course materials as JMU works toward meeting its Title II goals. What is SensusAccess? SensusAccess is a document conversion tool that transforms files into alternative formats. For example, it can […]

Posted January 7, 2026

Join a JMU Libraries workshop to explore the complex and ever-changing world of artificial intelligence (AI): Workshop for Anyone at JMU: Workshops for Faculty and Staff: Faculty Reading Group on AI: We are also offering a Reading & Reflection Group on […]

Posted January 6, 2026

Create, tinker, craft, invent, and discover new skills in our makerspace. Check out these free and fun workshops for students, staff, and faculty, offered by The Makery. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff are here to help you with academic and personal projects to […]

Posted January 5, 2026

JMU faculty, if you’re working on scholarship or research projects this winter, take a moment to explore the ways we can help propel your work forward!  More Free Tools to Help with Your Research  We Also Support Your Teaching!   If […]

Posted January 5, 2026

Did you know you can borrow microphones, projectors, external hard drives, cameras, tripods, portrait light kits, and more for your professional and personal projects? Reserve equipment three working days before you need it: Submit your request online, then pick up […]

Posted December 18, 2025

Have you explored the thousands of videos at your fingertips through JMU’s subscription to LinkedIn Learning? All JMU students, staff, and faculty can watch short videos or even take online courses on topics including infographics, web design, data management, leadership […]

Posted December 17, 2025

Have you been enjoying the series of quick tips on digital accessibility topics in our weekly emails? Now you can find them all here!  As part of JMU’s campus-wide digital accessibility efforts, the Libraries and our Digital Accessibility Ambassadors are working hard to support faculty in making […]

Posted December 12, 2025

JMU Libraries is excited to offer a variety of workshops this spring to help you build essential digital media skills for both personal and professional projects.  Whether you’re looking to caption videos, record lectures, design graphics, or edit photos and […]

Posted December 8, 2025

We’re offering a variety of faculty workshops on JMU’s educational technology tools in Spring 2026. All are on Zoom or are hybrid—offered on Zoom and in Rose Library room 3311. If you attend in person, please bring a laptop for […]

Posted December 8, 2025

Join one of our info sessions for a comprehensive introduction to using Gradescope and Bubble Sheet at JMU. Gradescope is a powerful assessment platform available to JMU instructors, and Bubble Sheet is one aspect of this platform. Gradescope can improve feedback quality and […]