[ED-TECH] What is a screencast?

Dear Ed-Tech mailing list members,

Here is a very short screencast I just created to show my staff, the Learning Platforms Team, how to access their W-2 form in WorkDay.

https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.screencast.com_t_sWOvLGZLry&d=CwIGaQ&c=y2w-uYmhgFWijp_IQN0DhA&r=rpvRHbYNNABp8nqKEceQDGOFCc5c2v5M1IviBBy4CZY&m=0Hlvlmj1iygaRe-HpDrWOTKhPNQxPqPkoW2x_9Gh1RQ&s=n7igU0W2VxlmvJwqoMrW1KTZNpI1X3ZGyBtUUrgTDUQ&e=

It took as long to make as it takes to watch, so it is very easy to create. It demonstrates the process, so there should be no confusion about where to click or what I am showing. Screencasts can be a GREAT way to communicate with your students. Every faculty member and instructor should have this technique in their tool bag.

If you would like to attend a "Faculty Exploration" on screencasts and how to make them, sign up for the the Exploring Screencasts session that will be held at 3:45 pm on Friday, February 5, 2016.

Register here: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__goo.gl_blLd4S&d=CwIGaQ&c=y2w-uYmhgFWijp_IQN0DhA&r=rpvRHbYNNABp8nqKEceQDGOFCc5c2v5M1IviBBy4CZY&m=0Hlvlmj1iygaRe-HpDrWOTKhPNQxPqPkoW2x_9Gh1RQ&s=sFU6gQWfH35cO8NnuFlkLi4GlJyt0uPYIMcGlUnNDGo&e=

[ED-TECH] Faculty Exploration of Screencasts, Feb 5th - REGISTRATION OPEN

Dear member of the ed-tech listserv,

We will be holding a new series of explorations on a variety of subjects related to Academic Technologies this spring. The first one will explore Screencasts: video recordings of your computer screen plus an audio narration. This easy technique should be a tool in every professor's instructional toolbox. During this session you will explore what screencasts are, how they can be used, and how to get started creating them to enhance student learning. No prior experience is required. You are invited to bring a portable computer and try creating a screen cast at the end of the session. 

Registration is required. Register at: https://goo.gl/blLd4S

WHAT:

Faculty Exploration of Screencasts - This will be an active exploration on your part, not a lecture or training. It is designed for faculty or instructors who have little or no experience creating screencasts.

WHEN:

Friday, February 5, 2016

3:45 pm - 4:30 pm (independent exploration can follow)

WHERE:

Otto G. Righter Library

Faculty Exploratory, Room 305

1300 Memorial Dr, 

Coral Gables, FL 33146

WHO:

Any UM teachers of one or more classes are invited to attend

If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact me.

Sincerely,

- Bill -

William (Bill) Vilberg

Assistant Director, Learning Platforms

Richter Library, Room 325

bill.vilberg@miami.edu

305-284-3944 (desk)

786-218-3052 (cell)

Register Now for the Faculty Showcase 2016: Enriching Courses through Digital Storytelling and Other Narrative Techniques

View this email in your browser Enriching Courses through Digital Storytelling and Other Narrative Techniques In response to the overwhelmingly positive feedback from last year's conference, Academic Technologies is hosting the second annual Faculty Showcase. Join us as we explore the recipes that enrich courses through narrative techniques and educational technology. SAVE THE DATE: Faculty Showcase May 9, 2016 Student Activities Center, 3rd floor 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Register now to reserve your place. All UM Faculty are encouraged to register for this free event. Space is limited to the first 150 participants. Agenda coming soon.  REGISTER academictechnologies.it.miami.edu Academic Technologies 1365 Memorial Drive 148 Ungar Building Miami, FL 33124 Add us to your address book   Share Tweet Forward Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list

[ED-TECH] Course revision - Application due Jan 15, 2016 - Apply NOW!

Dear Ed-Tech List Members,

The deadline to apply for the 2016 Faculty Learning Community has been extended to January 15th. If you are interested in revising your undergraduate course(s) so students use technology as part of their assignments, this is an opportunity for you to get support of instructional designers, librarians, and your peers. In addition, you get $1,500 in funding and course release time for the fall.

Some of the Faculty Success Stories on this site show examples of what the projects could look like:

http://academictechnologies.it.miami.edu/faculty-success-stories/ 

More information and the application form can be found here:

http://www.miami.edu/index.php/office_of_accreditation_and_assessment_oaa/ums_qep/faculty_learning_community/

Sincerely,

- Bill -

William (Bill) Vilberg

Assistant Director, Learning Platforms

Richter Library, Room 325

bill.vilberg@miami.edu

305-284-3944 (desk)

786-218-3052 (cell)