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Category: Educational Technology News

We Can Help Faculty with Video and Media Production

Posted March 10, 2025

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 […]

Workshops on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Posted March 7, 2025

Interested in improving your graphics skills?   Join one of our interactive, in-person workshops on Adobe software, available on these computers, to help you level up:  Want self-paced training on Adobe software? Check out our subscription to LinkedIn Learning. 

Inquiry-Based Learning with Polling and Accessible Presentations: Workshop for JMU Faculty

Posted February 18, 2025

Join this workshop to learn strategies and methods to support interactive and inclusive class participation for all students, using inquiry-based learning pedagogy, JMU-supported polling tools, and accessible presentations inside and outside classrooms. Beyond this workshop, you can also request follow-up consultation, […]

Faculty Forum: Exploring Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Teaching & Learning

Posted February 17, 2025

Join fellow JMU faculty from a variety of disciplines for an interactive forum on responsibly using generative AI in teaching and learning. Whether you’re new to AI or already integrating it into courses, this online faculty forum offers a collaborative […]

Faculty Office Hours: Gradescope and Bubble Sheet

Posted February 11, 2025

Looking for help with Gradescope or Bubble Sheet? Our small-group online sessions for up to 4 JMU faculty members offer personalized support tailored to your needs. Get hands-on guidance with setting up assignments, streamlining grading workflows, and managing bubble sheet exams. Bring […]

Borrow Multimedia Equipment from the Libraries

Posted January 28, 2025

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 […]

Feature Friday: The Evolution of Educational Technology at JMU

Posted January 24, 2025

Have you noticed there used to be many ways of contacting the Libraries, depending on whether you wanted help navigating Canvas, using a projector, creating a video, or borrowing Libraries equipment? In fact, many Libraries services related to teaching and […]

Enhancing Assessment Efficiency with Gradescope & Bubble Sheet: Workshop for JMU Faculty & Staff

Posted January 17, 2025

Join our workshop, “Enhancing Assessment Efficiency,” to get a comprehensive introduction to using Gradescope and Bubble Sheet at JMU. Gradescope is a powerful assessment platform available to JMU faculty, and Bubble Sheet is one aspect of this platform. This is a […]

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Camtasia Basics: A New Workshop for Faculty and Staff

Posted January 9, 2025

Join our newest workshop, Camtasia Basics, on February 17, 3:30-5 p.m. in Rose Library. This hands-on workshop is designed for faculty and staff members looking to enhance their skills in screen recording and video editing.

Get Personalized Help with Canvas or Zoom this January

Posted January 2, 2025

Level up your skills in Zoom or Canvas with our drop-in sessions! Sign up for an interactive, small-group Q&A session. Drop in for all of part of the one-hour Zoom. Choose the date that works best for you: Canvas Q&A […]