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Category: Educational Technology News

Top 7 Collaborations Between JMU Faculty and The Makery

Posted August 27, 2024

You probably know The Makery—the makerspace in Rose Library that offers workshops and multimedia software and equipment to JMU students, faculty, and staff. Maybe you’ve attended a workshop or stopped by to use the sewing machines, laser cutters, electronics workbench, […]

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Teaching & Learning with AI: One of Two New Modules in the Design for Learning Institute

Posted August 16, 2024

Each year, JMU faculty are invited to join the Design for Learning Institute—a learning community of JMU experts, peers, and mentors who will support you as you develop or redesign a course.   This year, we’re offering two new sections in this self-paced, […]

Faculty Workshops on AI, Canvas, and More

Posted August 12, 2024

This August, we’re offering new workshops to faculty — alongside some favorite workshops from last year. Choose a date below to learn more or sign up before these sessions fill up! Hybrid workshops held both on Zoom and in Rose […]

We Provide Academic Software and Platforms to JMU

Posted June 18, 2024

JMU Libraries provides a variety of academic software to catalyze JMU’s university-wide research and teaching-and-learning enterprise. JMU Information Technology provides additional software and platforms to JMU. JMU Libraries provide varying levels of support for using the software listed below. In some cases, support is available only through the […]

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New Event: Integrating Makerspace & Media Technologies into Your Courses

Posted May 28, 2024

Discover a world of possibilities at our new faculty offering in The Makery on July 10: Integrating Makerspace & Media Technologies into Your Courses. Hear about the various educational technologies offered by JMU Libraries and learn how to incorporate 3D printing, sewing, […]

8 Things Faculty Can Do at the Learning Innovations & Design Desk

Posted May 3, 2024

The Learning Innovations & Design Desk in Rose Library has been open for a year. If you haven’t stopped by yet, come see what you’re missing! Get Walk-in Help with Canvas  Want help organizing your course in Canvas or making […]

Two Faculty Fellowships with Stipends

Posted April 5, 2024

Did you know that JMU Libraries offers fellowships for JMU faculty? We are currently accepting applications for two fellowships with stipends! Please note that, in recognition of the time commitment involved, fellowship participation will require a signed agreement with your […]

Engaging Students in Large Courses with Polling Tools: A New Workshop

Posted March 20, 2024

Our newest workshop, Engaging Students in Large Courses with Polling Tools, will help you encourage participation and a sense of belonging for all students in your classes. Although the name of the workshop emphasizes large courses, the strategies discussed will support courses of all sizes.  This […]

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 […]

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 […]