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Category: Educational Technology News

Classroom Technology Tip: Flip Up Your Document Camera

Posted March 5, 2024

Did you know the Hovercam document camera in almost every JMU classroom can be flipped to show the presenters? If you are leading a hybrid meeting, teaching a hybrid class, or recording a presentation in a classroom equipped with a […]

Feature Friday: The Making of a Podcast

Posted March 1, 2024

In 2023, Dr. Taimi Castle decided to start a podcast. “As the director of JMU’s Gandhi Center for Global Nonviolence, I wanted to have another community engagement piece that was accessible beyond JMU faculty and staff,” Taimi recalls. “We listen […]

Learn New Skills with LinkedIn Learning

Posted February 13, 2024

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 […]

Amp Up Student Participation with Poll Everywhere 

Posted January 22, 2024

If you are looking to invigorate your classroom, capture your students’ attention, and facilitate interactive learning, try Poll Everywhere! Poll Everywhere is a dynamic and user-friendly polling platform designed to transform your teaching experience. Now available at JMU, Poll Everywhere […]

Check Out the Latest JMU Libraries Magazine

Posted January 17, 2024

We’re excited to share the second issue of the JMU Libraries Magazine, with stories about our work and successes in 2022 and 2023. This biennial magazine celebrates the students, scholars, staff, supporters, and faculty who collaborate with us and help […]

Video Content for JMU Courses

Posted January 11, 2024

Instructors and faculty members, are you looking for video clips or documentaries to add to your courses (or simply enjoy)? JMU Libraries gives you access to thousands of streaming videos on hundreds of topics. You can start exploring documentaries in […]

Instructors: Level Up Your Canvas Skills this January

Posted December 12, 2023

Whether you’re exploring Canvas Studio, new to Canvas at JMU, or just want to learn more about these key teaching tools, these sessions for faculty are for you: In these sessions, you’ll get expert advice and personalized help from our learning technology […]

3D Printing Classroom (3SPACE) Now Open in Lakeview

Posted December 7, 2023

3SPACE has moved from Carrier Library to Lakeview Hall room 1102, and it is now available to faculty to request for their courses. What is it? 3SPACE is the first general-education college 3D printing classroom in the U.S. It offers 3D printing access […]

JMU Faculty: Incorporate Digital Assignments in Your Courses

Posted December 5, 2023

Digital assignments like creating websites, podcasts, oral histories, timelines, maps, data visualizations, and other digital projects can promote engaged learning and build a sense of belonging in the classroom. We are here to support these projects. Our digital projects team […]

6 Ways We Can Help Faculty Prepare for Spring Semester

Posted November 30, 2023

It’s almost the end of the semester! As you wrap up fall, reflect, and start preparing for spring, remember that even though Carrier is under construction, we are here to support your research and teaching. Here are 6 things we’re eager […]