Category: Educational Technology News
We Can Help Faculty with Video and Media Production
Posted February 2, 2026
Do you need to create videos or other media for your classes? We can help faculty record videos or audio in our video production studio on the 5th floor of Rose Library—or in the location of your choice! We also […]
Artificial Intelligence Workshops in Spring 2026
Posted January 30, 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 […]
We Heard You! Services and Support You Requested
Posted January 20, 2026
Thank you to everyone who responded to our recent campus survey about what you need from us! We can’t do our work without hearing from you. We received some great ideas, which are being funneled into the appropriate channels for […]
Get Help Converting Files into Accessible Formats in Canvas
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 […]
Borrow Multimedia Equipment from the Libraries
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? By popular demand, we’ve recently added several smaller point-and-shoot cameras to our collection! Reserve equipment three […]
Learn New Skills with LinkedIn Learning
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 […]
Digital Media Creation Workshops in Spring 2026
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 […]
Spring Workshops on Teaching with JMU’s Ed Tech Tools
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 […]
Gradescope & Bubble Sheet Info Sessions for JMU Faculty
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 […]
Office Hours and Workshops on Digital Accessibility
Posted December 4, 2025
We’re offering personalized office hours and interactive workshops to help JMU faculty improve the digital accessibility of their course materials: Can’t attend? You can also: Why does digital accessibility matter? Recent updates to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act […]
