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Tech Monthly Newsletter

Oct 2024

Tech Monthly Newsletter Oct 2024

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


We're excited to bring you the latest insights, resources, and updates. This month, explore the newest trends in instructional technology, discover practical tips, and find something valuable for everyone.


Our mission is to cultivate a dynamic community where innovation thrives and best practices shine. In todayโ€™s rapidly evolving educational landscape, seamless technology integration is essential, and we are here to support you every step of the way.


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

๐Ÿง ITC Birthday Celebration Event Success

๐Ÿง๐ŸŽˆITC's 1st birthday celebration was a huge success! We cleverly guided students into learning how to use Canva! They enjoyed decorating CD covers, shared their favorite music, and indulged in cake and treats. It was a memorable event, marking a milestone for our department and the exciting years ahead!๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ’ก Tech Tool: Padlet

Padlet - Training Now Available!

Weโ€™re happy to announce that Padlet is now part of our toolkit, a platform where users can easily create, organize, and share digital boards for brainstorming, project planning, and creative expression!


Contact us at itc@laredo.edu to request a license for Padlet. Licenses are distributed on a first come first serve basis.

Features

Key features include:

  • Real-time collaboration
  • Customizable layouts
  • Multimedia support
  • Easy sharing and access:
  • Feedback and reactions
  • Use anywhere on any device

What is Padlet?

Padlet is an interactive, user-friendly bulletin board that allows users to collaborate and share content in a visually engaging way. It's widely used in for brainstorming, organizing ideas, and fostering collaboration.

YouTube Tutorials

Click here --> Learn at your own pace!

๐Ÿ“บ Webinars

Board - Collect, Organize, and Present Anything

Click here --> How to make a bulletin board on Padlet

Sandboxes for whiteboarding, lessons, and activities

Click here --> Sandbox walkthrough

Build complex Padlets with step-by-step instructions

Click here --> How to use Templates on Padlet

๐Ÿ“ Pilot Opportunity: Feedback Fruits

Feedback Fruits is a platform that helps facilitate group projects. One standout feature is anonymous peer-to-peer feedback, which leverages AI to help guide students in creating honest, constructive input. And thatโ€™s just one of the many tools this platform offers to improve collaboration and engagement in your courses.


If you're interested in trying it out and seeing how it can elevate your teaching, weโ€™d love for you to join our pilot program taking place in the upcoming spring semester!


To learn more or sign up, contact us at itc@laredo.edu.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธOctober

๐Ÿ‚๐ŸAs we start to wrap up October, we reflect on all the exciting events and accomplishments this month has brought us, from our festive Fall Fest celebrations to heartwarming moments with the children from Sacred Heart Children's Home, organized by Dr. Guerrero, director of BAS in Organizational Leadership. With the holiday season on the horizon, we look forward to more opportunities to support our students, faculty, and community. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us!


Stay tuned for more exciting updates, and have a safe and spooky Halloween!๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ
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