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VoiceThread Gets New Look Dec. 20
November 13, 2023VoiceThread launched a new and improved update , the biggest in their history! The new VoiceThread is simpler, more accessible, and more powerful. We will automatically apply the new VoiceThread to all accounts on December… VoiceThread Gets New Look Dec. 20 Continued
Bing Chat Enterprise Now Available to Faculty and Staff
November 9, 2023Bing Chat Enterprise is now available to all UNC faculty and staff! See details on the announcement from ITS Communications. We also shared support materials and learning opportunities on how generative AI is being used… Bing Chat Enterprise Now Available to Faculty and Staff Continued
Teaching with Generative AI
November 2, 2023You have likely heard of ChatGPT and other discussions around generative AI. As this emerging technology continues to be developed and used by faculty, students, and staff in the larger higher education community, instructors can… Teaching with Generative AI Continued
Spring 2024 Courses Now Available
October 19, 2023We are happy to share that over 80% of courses are being taught in Canvas this Fall 2023 term! Spring 2024 courses are also now in Canvas! Log into Canvas to find your courses on your… Spring 2024 Courses Now Available Continued
Book Office Hours through Zoom Appointments in Canvas
September 26, 2023Zoom provides us with the flexibility of meeting people wherever they are, opening up even more opportunities to meet. Zoom is completely integrated with Canvas, which means you can schedule and join class Zoom meetings… Book Office Hours through Zoom Appointments in Canvas Continued
5 Things to Know about Canvas Quizzes
September 19, 2023As you use and explore Canvas, we want to provide you with some information about Canvas Quizzes. Difference between Classic Quizzes and New Quizzes You may have noticed that Canvas currently offers two different types… 5 Things to Know about Canvas Quizzes Continued
Teaching After a Tragedy
August 31, 2023Our campus suffered a traumatic event on Monday with the loss of one of our own. Many of us may be grappling with how to move forward. Please know there are campus resources available to… Teaching After a Tragedy Continued
5 Things to Try Before the Start of the Semester
August 18, 2023As you prepare for Fall 2023, we wanted to offer 5 tips to make sure you are ready to go! Check your Classroom Connection Get familiar with your General Purpose Classroom before even entering the… 5 Things to Try Before the Start of the Semester Continued
Start of Semester Checklist
August 7, 2023It’s that time of the year again where we welcome our learners for another academic year! Below is a quick checklist to help you get your fall courses ready for the first week of classes…. Start of Semester Checklist Continued
Learning the New Canvas Neighborhood
July 12, 2023Hello again! You have found our Summer 2023 blog series on making the transition from Sakai to Canvas, the University’s Learning Management System. Throughout this series, we have been breaking down the major elements involved… Learning the New Canvas Neighborhood Continued