If you decide to teach in the Learning Collaboration Studio, or the LCS as we like to call it, in the basement of the Science and Engineering Library, you will be struck by the bright colors in the space immediately. The walls are a vibrant blue, the 33 candy-colored chairs can be rearranged in under …Read more at the full article: It’s your turn to experiment with technology
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It’s your turn to experiment with technology
Posted in eLearning Pedagogy and Tools, Learning Spaces, Teaching, Technology (General)
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What’s the fuss about SOPA and PIPA?
We live in the “information age.” The power of the Internet allows us to access infinite content at the click of a mouse. Perhaps too much content.
SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act) and PIPA (Protect Intellectual Property Act) are legislation designed by congress to give content owners in the US and law enforcement the ability to …Read more at the full article: What’s the fuss about SOPA and PIPA?
Posted in Creativity, Digital Media, Musings, Technology (General)
Tagged blackout, PIPA, piracy, protest, SOPA
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Resolution-ary Apps
It’s that time of year again for the ball to drop in New York City; for the nearly ageless Dick Clark and omnipresent Ryan Secrest to have a Rockin’ Eve. Champagne toasts, poppers, midnight kisses, and confetti are just around the corner. Followed, of course, by the tradition of setting (and forgetting?) New Year’s Resolutions. …Read more at the full article: Resolution-ary Apps
Posted in Mobile Devices and Apps, Mobile Warrior, Technology (General)
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“Connect”ing with Polycom
Adobe Connect is a great solution for web conferencing that maintains a presence for the presenter and their content. Admittedly, Connect was designed for the presenter to be sitting at a desk using a webcam, not in front of a room full of people. So how does one combine a classroom setting with a tool …Read more at the full article: “Connect”ing with Polycom
Posted in Digital Media, Learning Spaces, Technology (General)
Tagged Adobe Connect, LCS, Learning Collaboration Studio, Polycom, Videoconferencing, web conferencing
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Oh, the horror!
Here at the Digital Union, we often share tips and tricks for what TO do–be it for incorporating technology into the classroom or what others are doing that we think is cool. This morning, in the spirit of Halloween and all things spooky, I thought I’d take a moment to share a “what NOT to …Read more at the full article: Oh, the horror!
Digital Storytelling Showcase Friday
Come join the Digital Storytelling Program for a showcase of recently created stories on a wide variety of topics. Faculty and staff from across OSU will present the works they created during intensive immersion workshops in storytelling and production techniques. Several of the stories will highlight the immigration memories of OSU faculty, and one will …Read more at the full article: Digital Storytelling Showcase Friday
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How to handle email after an extended leave
I opted to take 11 weeks off after the birth of my second (and last) child. While I was out, I made a pact to absolutely NOT touch work-related email. Even though my boss had my “personal” email account for those very few items that required my attention while I was away, I stuck to …Read more at the full article: How to handle email after an extended leave
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SMART Librarians
The renovation of Thompson Library is not news. However, as part of the renovation, there are three new spaces available to the librarians for classes, training, and meetings that have a SMART Podium. Despite how easy the devices are to use: pick up a pen, select a color, and write, there was no training provided …Read more at the full article: SMART Librarians
Connect Skype to Room-based Videoconferencing Systems
I used to be heavily involved in the world of H.323 videoconferencing. I was the lead technical support for the Internet2 Commons and Ohio State’s Commons representative. I still dabble in the world of H.323 on occasion because the Digital Union has an H.323 Telepresence Suite and the Learning Collaboration Studio (LCS) also has H.323 …Read more at the full article: Connect Skype to Room-based Videoconferencing Systems
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A great year for Learning Technology
Here at Ohio State, we have wrapped up our very last quarter, but do you know what Learning Technology accomplished this year?
Here is a brief list of our accomplishments that we listed off in a recent staff meeting:
Upgraded lab and classroom computers to Windows 7 from Windows XP
Improved accessibility in labs and classrooms by installing …Read more at the full article: A great year for Learning Technology