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Tech Monthly Newsletter

June 2024

Tech Monthly Newsletter June 2024

Welcome to the July edition of the Instructional Technology Center's Monthly Newsletter!


We are thrilled to share the latest insights, resources, and updates with you. This month, delve into the newest trends in instructional technology, uncover practical tips, and find something valuable for everyone.


Our mission is to foster a dynamic community where innovation flourishes and best practices are highlighted. In today's fast-evolving educational landscape, seamless technology integration is crucial, and we are here to support you every step of the way.


Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay tech-savvy with the ITC!

๐Ÿจ ITC Spotify Summer Series

The kickoff for ITC's Summer Series, held on Thursday, July 11th, saw an enthusiastic turnout. Students had the opportunity to learn about how to use Spotify Podcasting for their projects. Students can access the presentation by scanning the QR code below or by visiting our website under the Student Hub tab.


We would like to extend a big thank you to Maria Partida, director of the Writing Center. Her support, expertise, and collaboration were instrumental in making this event a success.


The next session will cover Canva and how students can leverage the platform's features. It will take place on Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please spread the word to your students (and of course, you're always invited to our events, too)!

๐Ÿ‘€ Writing Center Services at a Glance

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The Writing Center is here to support all writing needs. Some of the services they offer include:


  • Hands-on, live assistance, supplemental samples, and resources for all subjects.
  • Online tutoring
  • Multimedia projects studio
  • Workshop Series


For more information, drop by the Yeary Library room 174 or contact them at writingcenter@laredo.edu.

๐Ÿ’ก Tech Tool: Harmonize Learning

Harmonize Learning - Training Now Available!

We are happy to announce that we have acquired a discussion tool you can integrate into your Canvas courses! ๐Ÿฅณ Harmonize fosters engagement for every student with its modern interface, multimedia discussion tools, annotations, Q&A boards, and more.
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Discussions and Student Engagement

Encourage more frequent & thoughtful engagement.

Help students contribute to discussions now instead of at the last minute. Milestones in Harmonize help you set clear expectations, remind students of due dates, and pull them back into the conversation.

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Harmonize Learning

Experience a new level of online course discussions and assignments with Harmonize Learning. Discover how the integration of AI into Harmonizeโ€™s collaboration tools can help you elevate educational outcomes and streamline your teaching experience.

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Harmonize Support

Harmonize Support provides quick start guides, virtual training series, and support request submissions. Harmonize Knowledge Base has information for Instructors, Students, and Administrators.

๐Ÿ“บ Webinars

Join us on Tuesday, July 23 at 3pm for our first Webinar on how to get started with Harmonize. We will send out an email on Wednesday, July 17th with details on how to join.


The webinar will cover the following:


  • Introduction to Harmonize: Discover the key features and benefits of using Harmonize in your courses.
  • Engagement Strategies: Learn how to foster engaging and meaningful discussions among students.
  • Best Practices: Get tips on how to integrate Harmonize seamlessly into your existing course structure.
  • Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by Harmonize experts.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธJuly

This is a perfect time to appreciate the summer season, take a break, and recharge. Whether youโ€™re planning a barbecue, watching fireworks, embracing the start of Summer Session II, or simply relaxing, we hope you have a wonderful and safe July.


Enjoy the festivities and the warmth of the seasons!๐ŸŒž
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