eLearning Highlights

We're excited to present the first edition of our eLearning Highlights newsletter, designed to keep our faculty informed about the latest developments in our department from Canvas to Quality Matters and beyond.

Be on the lookout for new and engaging student workshops in our newsletter. These workshops are designed to enhance the online learning experience of students. Feel free to share this information -- we appreciate your support!

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Summary

In the Gradebook, the Message Students Who Total Grade modal Cutoff Value field is moved and a header is added. Additionally, a message stating that values seen by the instructor, may differ from the values student’s view displays.

Change Benefit

This update reminds instructors that the student's view in the Gradebook may differ from the instructor's view and improves clarity around the Cutoff Value.

Read more about how to message student's from the Gradebook here.

Notifications for Changed Content

In Announcements, instructors can notify students when an announcement has been updated. This feature prevents missed information, allowing users to respond promptly and appropriately to the new information.

Availability Dates

In Announcements, the delayed posting field is changed to "Available from" and instructors can add "Until" dates. This update enables instructors to specify a date when the announcement will no longer be visible to students.

Mark All As Read

In Announcements, a "Mark all as read" button is available. This update allows users to quickly and efficiently mark all announcements as read.

The flagging system in Respondus Monitor now supports three sensitivity levels: Strict, Standard, and Relaxed.

Read more about Sensitivity Levels in Respondus Monitor here.

A recent release of Respondus Monitor increased the resolution of proctoring videos enhancing in the three following ways:

1. More Precise Flagging
2. Tilt Down
3. Bad Lighting

Read more about the Enhanced Flagging for Respondus Monitor here.

eLearning continuously supports students with any RLB issues, questions, or concerns. Please refer your students to our office(s) should they need assistance.

The 7th Edition of the QM Higher Education Rubric was released in July 2023. The QM facilitators at eLearning have been recertified and are prepared to continue offering the APPQMR and the DYOC.

Upcoming Worskhops:

Designing Your Online Course (DYOC) - August 30, 2024

If you are interested in attending this workshop, please email us at elearning@laredo.edu so that we may register you.

eLearning would like to congratulate Professor Humberto Cardenas Jr. for meeting the Quality Matters standards for the course, ENGL 1302 Composition II. A great deal of hardwork and dedication goes into the QM Review Process, and your efforts do not go unnoticed. Once again, congratulations!

Date Recognized: August 11, 2024

Instructional Designer: Beatriz Flores-Martinez

Description: Join us at the eLearning Center at the South Campus for a quick 15-minute workshop to kick off your Fall 2024 semester successfully! We will cover eLearning Services and offer guidance on getting started in Canvas and Navigating the Concourse Syllabus.

Where: Judith Zaffirini Library Rm. B222

When: August 22, 2024

Time: We will have back-to-back sessions all morning, times are as follows: 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 11:30 AM

Let your students know!

The eLearning Department will be at the Welcome Week Resource Fair showcasing our services, engaging with students, and collaborating with faculty/staff to kickstart the Fall 2024 semester!

Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Locations: Kazen Student Center (Ft. McIntosh) and William Billy Hall Center (South)

Community members from Laredo and surrounding areas will be able to enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly outing on Saturday, October 12th.

Stop by our booth at Fall Fest to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the South Campus!

This national celebration was created by the U.S. Distance Learning Association to generate greater awareness and appreciation for digital/distance learning. Being held from November 4th to 8th, stay tuned for eLearning's list of events and activities to honor this week.

eLearning Center Ft. McIntosh Campus
Lewis Energy Academic Center (LEAC)
Room 307
(956) 721-5211

eLearning Center South Campus
Judith Zaffirini Library
Room B202
(956) 794-4211

Email: elearning@laredo.edu

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