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Online@UT Course Management System
Communication Tools for Instruction
Instructional Technology
Synchronous Learning and Collaboration
Special Topics
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Online@UT Course Management System
CMS 110 Introduction to Online@UT
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Friday, August 10, 9 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday, August 14, 1 PM - 4 PM
Thursday, August 16, 9 AM - 12 PM
Tuesday, November 27, 1 PM - 4 PM
Wednesday, December 5, 9 AM - 12 PM
Thursday, January 3, 9 AM - 12 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Friday, January 4, 1 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
One way to increase interaction with and among students is to augment face-to-face lectures with more engaging activities such as self-paced tutorials, discussion forums, and live chats. Online@UT makes it easy to organize and post these materials online for students to access anytime from anywhere via the Web. In this introduction to Online@UT's course management system, participants will access their online course site, receive an overview of instructor development tools and resources, and learn to upload a variety of document types.
Either this workshop or CMS 110OL is required to obtain access to your Online@UT course site. Only faculty, graduate teaching associates / assistants (GTAs), and staff with teaching responsibilities can be CMS-certified. GAs and other staff may take this workshop, but will not be entered into the certification database.
CMS 110OL Introduction to Online@UT (online section)
- Registration open continuously
In this introduction to Online@UT's course management system, participants will become acquainted with the system's main functions and features, including posting content, creating online assessments, tracking grades, transferring documents, and fostering effective electronic communication (e-mail, discussion boards, chats). Participants will be expected to demonstrate proficiency with these tools upon completion of the course.
CMS 110 OL may be taken in lieu of the required three-hour CMS 110 workshop. However, in order to become a certified Online@UT user, online participants will be required to complete all assignments satisfactorily within one week of first gaining access to the course. Only faculty, graduate teaching associates / assistants (GTAs), and staff with teaching responsibilities can be CMS-certified. GAs and other staff may take this workshop, but will not be entered into the certification database.
Because CMS 110 OL is delivered completely online, we ask that only experienced computer users register for it. In order to complete the required tasks, you will be expected to:
- Work simultaneously in two browser windows
- Copy and paste text from a word processor (for example, Microsoft Word)
- Browse in your operating system (using, for example, Windows Explorer) to find a document stored on your computer
- Download files from the Internet and save them to your computer
If you are unfamiliar with these tasks, we ask that you instead register for CMS 110, the two-hour, face-to-face workshop.
CMS 221 Blogs and Wikis in Online@UT
- Tuesday, October 23, 11 AM - 12 PM
Thursday, October 25, 1 PM - 2 PM
Thursday, February 21, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Would you like to create class community, to enhance students' critical and reflective skills, to encourage informal sharing, to build an ongoing portfolio, or to assemble a dynamic record of a research project? Blogs and wikis are two Online@UT tools that may provide a solution for these teaching goals. In this workshop, participants will explore Online@UT blogs and wikis, configure these tools for different purposes, and discuss their instructional uses.
CMS 222 Getting Search Results: Introduction to Google Scholar
- Tuesday, November 13, 11 AM - 12 PM
Thursday, November 15, 3 PM - 4 PM
Friday, February 22, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Google Scholar is now an integrated component of Online@UT. Using this new functionality in Blackboard, you can easily incorporate Google Scholar (content and search) into your Online@UT course site(s). In this workshop, you will learn how to easily post links to digital resource and search results found by Google Scholar. We will also discuss the instructional potential of Google Scholar in online teaching. Come and learn more about this powerful Online@UT tool.
CMS 223 Introduction to Blackboard Scholar
- Tuesday, January 22, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Wednesday, January 30, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Blackboard Scholar provides a new way for students and instructors to find and share educationally valuable resources within Online@UT. Scholar is a social bookmarking service that is completely integrated into Online@UT. If you are familiar with Del.icio.us, you’ll find that Scholar is very similar. It allows users to post bookmarks, tag entries, etc. Come and learn more about how to integrate Scholar into your Online@UT courses.
CMS 224 SafeAssign: Plagiarism Detection/Prevention and Online@UT
- Tuesday, February 12, 11 AM - 12 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Wednesday, February 13, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Thursday, February 14, 9 AM - 10 AM (2309 Kingston Pike)
SafeAssign is a software resource designed to help students avoid plagiarism and improper citation. The software encourages original writing and proper citation practices by cross-referencing submitted materials against other submitted papers, the Web, and numerous published journal, newspaper and magazine articles. The SafeAssgn tool is integrated into Online@UT, and does not require additional software. Please join us to learn more about this new teaching and learning tool.
CMS 225 Count Me In: Introduction to the SignUp Tool in Online@UT
- Tuesday, March 11, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Wednesday, March 12, 9 AM - 10 AM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Are you using group signup sheets for class projects, special tutorials, exam study sessions, office hours? Have you wished your students could sign up for these activities online? SignUp allows students to sign up for nearly any activity directly within Online@UT course sites. Please join us to learn more about how to use Signup. The possibilities are endless.
CMS 226 Grades Anatomy: The Online@UT Gradebook
- Tuesday, April 15, 9 AM - 10 AM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Wednesday, April 16, 3 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Thursday, April 17, 11 AM - 12 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Students report that access to grades in Online@UT is extremely useful, and instructors routinely comment on the ease of use of the Online@UT gradebook. Join us to learn more about best practices in managing grades online using the Online@UT gradebook.
Communication Tools for Instruction
CT 185 Using the SMART Technology
- Thursday, January 3, 10 AM - 11 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Friday, January 4, 2 PM - 3 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 10 AM - 11 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 2 PM - 3 PM (Brehm 212)
Tuesday, January 8, 2 PM - 3 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
There are two SMART technologies available on campus to enhance your teaching capabilities. You can connect a laptop to the SMART Board or SMART Sympodium and project your computer screen to a larger display. Both technologies use SMART software. The SMART Sympodium, which is an interactive electronic lectern, features a screen console and an electromagnetic stylus. The SMARTBoard works like a combination touchpad / whiteboard. Participants will learn how to set up their computer for use with these technologies and how to use the interactive features of each to meet diverse learner needs. If none of our posted sections meet your needs, ad hoc training is available by request at itc@utk.edu or 974-9670.
CT 185 Using the SMART Technology
- Thursday, January 3, 10 AM - 11 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Friday, January 4, 2 PM - 3 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 10 AM - 11 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 2 PM - 3 PM (Brehm 212)
Tuesday, January 8, 2 PM - 3 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
There are two SMART technologies available on campus to enhance your teaching capabilities. You can connect a laptop to the SMART Board or SMART Sympodium and project your computer screen to a larger display. Both technologies use SMART software. The SMART Sympodium, which is an interactive electronic lectern, features a screen console and an electromagnetic stylus. The SMARTBoard works like a combination touchpad / whiteboard. Participants will learn how to set up their computer for use with these technologies and how to use the interactive features of each to meet diverse learner needs. If none of our posted sections meet your needs, ad hoc training is available by request at itc@utk.edu or 974-9670.
Instructional Technology
IT 125 Using the SMART Classrooms
- Thursday, January 3, 9 AM - 10 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Friday, January 4, 1 PM - 2 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 9 AM - 10 AM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Monday, January 7, 1 PM - 2 PM (Brehm 212)
Tuesday, January 8, 1 PM - 2 PM (Hodges 235 (Commons), Practice Presentation Room)
Learn how to use the projectors, VCRs, DVD players, and other equipment in the Technology Enhanced Classrooms. This hands-on workshop will give you the confidence to use new technology in your classes. For a list of TEC classrooms, go to http://itc.utk.edu/technlogy/tec_class/. If none of our scheduled sections meet your needs, ad hoc training available by request at itc@utk.edu or 974-9670.
Synchronous Learning and Collaboration
SLC 110 Introduction to LiveOnline@UT
- Monday, January 7, 2 PM - 4 PM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Tuesday, January 8, 9 AM - 11 AM (2309 Kingston Pike)
Interested in enhancing a course with online synchronous collaboration? Attend this workshop to learn how to use LiveOnline@UT, a virtual learning environment powered by Saba Centra, to add a live, interactive component to your course. Topics include: managing the virtual classroom, communicating via audio, text chat, and quick polling, and sharing content such as PowerPoint slides, images, videos, and Web sites. Best practices for facilitating an effective session will be shared.
Special Topics
ST 021 Security Awareness Training and Discussion
Presented by Robert Ridenour, IT Security Groupp- Call 974-9670 to schedule a Lucky 7 section
This workshop will center on discussion of the new Information Technology Security Group's role in helping faculty become sensitive to the security issues on campus and on the Internet. Both proactive and reactive mechanisms, including such items as, "How do I report an incident or attack?" "How do I get information on current guidelines?" and "How do I protect my system from hackers?" will be discussed.
ST 061 Finding Your Second Life
- Tuesday, September 4, 9 AM - 11 AM
Wednesday, September 12, 1 PM - 3 PM
Monday, October 1, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Six million residents. Over one hundred universities and colleges. Museums, libraries, and businesses with the potential for unlimited growth. Have you visited Second Life? At the Best Practices in Education conference, held on May 25, 2007 in Second Life, more than 800 educators from all over the world participated in discussing the academic potential of this dynamic world. In this workshop, you will get hands-on training for signing up for free, for designing and using your avatar, and for navigating this virtual world, with no experience required. Come explore your second life. Online notes are available here.
Self-Paced Tutorials: Available Anytime
Get the Technology Training You Need on Your Schedule
The ITC is converting its most popular workshops into self-paced, video-enhanced, online tutorials.Digital Media
Learning to use the projectors, VCRs, DVD players, etc. in a Technology Enhanced ClassroomTechnology-Enhanced Classrooms: SmartBoards and Sympodiums
Technology-enhanced learning environments are available for instructional purposes as the University of Tennessee. These classrooms may include SmartBoards, Sympodiums, or addtional audio, video, and computer-enhanced equipment. ITC offers TEC classroom workshops for insturctors at the beginning of each semester. Smart classroom details, equipment use, and training workshops are also available upon request.
Learn more about Technology-Enhanced Classrooms
Course Management System: Online@UT
Putting your course content and activities online.Online@UT How-To Guide for Faculty
Online@UT's faculty how-to guide offers answers to common Online@UT questions such as, "How do I combine multiple sections into a single course site?" or, "How do I access the Instructor manual for Blackboard 6.1?"View Faculty How-To's
Online@UT How-To Guide for Students
Online@UT's student how-to guide answers common questions students might have-- "How do I complete and submit assignments in Blackboard?" or, "How do I learn more about online tests and surveys?"View Student How-To's
ITC's Online Guide for Scanners, Cameras, and More
Secure Server File Transfers
A step-by-step guide for transferring files to secure servers.View file transfer tutorial
Slide and Negative Scanner
A step-by-step guide for using the QuickScan 35mm Slide and Negative Scanner, available at ITC for faculty use.View slide scanner tutorial
Flatbed Scanner
A step-by-step guide for using a flatbed scanner, available at ITC for faculty use.View flatbed scanner tutorial
Digital Camera
A step-by-step guide for using digital cameras, available for checkout by faculty for instructional use.View camera tutorial
Capturing Digital Video with iMovie
A step-by-step procedure for importing video from a Sony Digital Video Camera to an Apple Macintosh Computer using iMovie2, available for checkout by faculty for instructional use.View iMovie tutorial
Digital Video Camera
A step-by-step guide for capturing images with a digital video camera. DV cameras are available for checkout by faculty for instructional use.View video tutorial