Tech Notes & Training

Packback for STEM Courses

October 2, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Join CATE and Packback on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. for a demo of Packback’s Ai-powered tools designed to enrich science teaching and learning at NOVA. This session will provide an overview of the Packback platform, including its use in STEM courses, and a discussion of how Packback can be leveraged in any modality. … Continued

Sunset of Panopto Video-On-Demand Service

October 2, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

The College will sunset the Panopto Video-On-Demand (VOD) service at the end of the Fall 2023 semester. College Computing is working with Canvas & Educational Technology Support Services (CETSS) and the Office of Communications to migrate active content to Canvas (academic videos) and the College’s official YouTube channel (public interest videos). Watch for additional information … Continued

Strengthen Online Discussions with a Human Presence, Begins Today

October 2, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Online discussions offer students a dynamic platform to engage with course materials, interact with instructors and build connections with classmates in online and hybrid courses. Discussion forums foster collaboration among students and encourage participants to approach learning from different perspectives. In the evolving landscape of higher education where the advent of Ai-generated tools presents both … Continued

Unlock Student Success with Canvas Quizzes Webinar, Oct. 4!

October 2, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Discover the Power of Canvas Quizzes and Question Banks. Join us for our webinars and learn how to create Canvas Quizzes. Then stay for the second session to learn how to incorporate Question Banks into your courses to supercharge student success! Benefits of Quizzes: Flexible assessment formats Instant feedback and grading Customizable quizzes Personalized learning … Continued

New IT Support Portal Now Open

October 2, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

As part of our release of the IT Support Portal, services.nvcc.edu, the IT Help Desk has transitioned to a new process for creating help desk tickets and interacting with clients to improve communications and the overall user experience. Clients can now create and monitor tickets, view the service catalog and knowledgebase and stay up to date … Continued

Maximize Student Engagement

September 29, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Ready to supercharge your Canvas course for maximum student engagement? Collaborate with a NOVA course designer! Discover how expert guidance can transform your content, boost interactivity and captivate learners. Elevate your education game with tailored strategies and design expertise. Unleash the full potential of your course — work with a designer today! Appointments available daily! … Continued

Learn to Master Google Drawings

September 29, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Join our webinar “Google Drawings” and unlock the potential of this user-friendly design tool. Discover how to create captivating visuals, collaborate seamlessly and enhance your skills without the need for costly software. Whether you’re a student, professional or creative enthusiast, this free event will help you harness the creative power of Google Drawings. Register now … Continued

Strengthen Online Discussions with a Human Presence, Begins Oct. 2

September 28, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Online discussions offer students a dynamic platform to engage with course materials, interact with instructors and build connections with classmates in online and hybrid courses. Discussion forums foster collaboration among students and encourage participants to approach learning from different perspectives. In the evolving landscape of higher education where the advent of AI-generated tools presents both … Continued

Communicating with Students in Canvas

September 27, 2023 / Tech Notes & Training

Learn to engage, inform and inspire your students using Canvas’s powerful communication tools. From announcements to messaging, we’ll guide you in creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Elevate your teaching and connect with your students like never before. Don’t miss out—register now and enhance your communication skills in Canvas!  Submitted by: Johnna Denny, CETSS, … Continued