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Read Our Blog: http://edtechnews.matc.edu/ Educational Research & Dissemination and Teaching & Learning Technology invite you to visit MATC’s newly constructed Faculty Innovation Center (FIC) in M201.

The FIC combines the ER&D offices, faculty resources, Copy Production Center, and Teaching & Learning Technology offices at the Milwaukee campus. The Faculty Innovation Center brings together, in one convenient location, many resources that faculty use frequently such as: copy machines, equipment check-out, computers, Blackboard support, workshops, and faculty assistance. In addition, the FIC provides comfortable lounge seating with laptop arms, small-group meeting rooms, workshop classroom, and a conference room.

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12/04/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – December 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s online learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share news about new features and resources to support your teaching practice. New Features in Blackboard The following new tools are available to students and faculty in Blackboard with our update to version 3900.0....

http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-december-2020/

MATC has partnered with Credly's Acclaim to award digital badges to current and historical learners who have completed d...

09/25/2020

What is a Digital Badge?

MATC has partnered with Credly's Acclaim to award digital badges to current and historical learners who have completed designated, industry-driven coursework. Digital badging is a way to keep students motivated in their coursework while obtaining industry-valued skills that they can proudly and quickly display on their social media and virtual resumes, such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook to name a few. [ 115 more words ]

http://tlc.matc.edu/index.php/what-is-a-digital-badge/

08/19/2020

Important Blackboard News – August 19th, 2020

Faculty - please be aware of the following changes to Blackboard this fall semester. If you have questions about these changes, please contact [email protected]. Finding Sections and Making them Available The automated process that pushes courses to Blackboard now includes section start-dates. To find your fall sections when you are logged into Blackboard’s Courses page, either set the term at the top of the page to “Fall – 2020” or navigate to the “Upcoming Courses” section; see the… [ 304 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/important-blackboard-news-august-19th-2020/

Faculty – please be aware of the following changes to Blackboard this fall semester. If you have questions about these changes, please contact [email protected]. Finding Sections and Ma…

07/01/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – July 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we news about some Blackboard updates and resources to support your teaching practice. Blackboard Updates MATC’s IT department has updated the Ellucian software that pushes semester courses to Blackboard through an automated process. [ 685 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-july-2020/

06/03/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – June 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few resources and reminders to support your teaching practice. Summer Blackboard Training Courses and Webinars Faculty may enroll in professional development’s free 1 credit online courses this summer to learn how to use Blackboard tools for teaching and learning online. [ 332 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-june-2020/

05/08/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – May 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few resources and reminders to support your teaching practice. Reminder - Final Grades Due May 27th Final grades are due by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, May 27, 2020. Faculty may submit final grades to INFOnline through… [ 502 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-may-2020/

If you are looking for educational images to incorporate into slide presentations or learning plans, the Smithsonian Ins...

04/01/2020

Free Images for Instructional Content – Open Content by the Smithsonian Institution

If you are looking for educational images to incorporate into slide presentations or learning plans, the Smithsonian Institution has removed its copyright restrictions from its digital collections! To learn more, see this Campus Technology article by Dian Schaffhauser.
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/free-images-for-instructional-content-open-content-by-the-smithsonian-institution/

Given recent global developments related to COVID-19, colleges and universities have rapidly shifted to move teaching on...

03/25/2020

Pivoting to Online Teaching: Research and Practitioner Perspectives

Given recent global developments related to COVID-19, colleges and universities have rapidly shifted to move teaching online. In this FREE online course offered through EDX by the University of Texas at Arlington, participants will explore research-informed, effective practices for online teaching and learning in post-secondary institutions. By enrolling, you will learn practical ways to quickly move into teaching online, guided by top scholars and practitioners in the field Click here to learn more and join the course!
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/pivoting-to-online-teaching-research-and-practitioner-perspectives/

Given recent global developments related to COVID-19, colleges and universities have rapidly shifted to move teaching online. In this FREE online course offered through EDX by the University of Te…

In the event of inclement weather or other emergencies that result in campus closures, faculty should prepare alternativ...

03/11/2020

Contingency Plans for Teaching and Learning

In the event of inclement weather or other emergencies that result in campus closures, faculty should prepare alternative means for delivering instruction to students remotely. Instructors must plan how to provide resources, communicate, collect student work, administer exams, and modify grading in light of changed course requirements (sequence of course topics, assignment deadlines, number of assignments, etc.). Refer to the following resources to learn more. [ 35 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/contingency-plans-for-teaching-and-learning/

Effective communication skills are at the heart of teaching and learning. To learn strategies to design more effective i...

03/10/2020

New Resource: How the Communication Process Impacts E-Learning

Effective communication skills are at the heart of teaching and learning. To learn strategies to design more effective instructional messages for online learning, we recommend reading instructional technologist Tom Kuhlmann's article How the Communication Process Impacts E-Learning.
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/new-resource-how-the-communication-process-impacts-e-learning/

03/06/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – March 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few resources and reminders to support your teaching practice. Preparing to Scale Online Teaching and Learning During COVID-19 - Free Webinar Event On Tuesday, March 10th at 12:00 CDT, Blackboard will host a free 90-minute webinar to share best practices for transitioning instruction to an online environment in the event of natural disasters or other crises. [ 496 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-march-2020/

Published by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the How to Be a Better Online Teacher Advice Guide dispels misconception...

02/24/2020

New Resource: How to Be a Better Online Teacher

Published by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the How to Be a Better Online Teacher Advice Guide dispels misconceptions about online courses and suggests practical guidelines to design impactful online learning experiences. Be sure to check out the article's links to explore support resources.
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/new-resource-how-to-be-a-better-online-teacher/

02/04/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – February 2020

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few resources and reminders to support your teaching practice. A Reminder: All Spring Course Sections Must Contain a Syllabus and Be Available to Students Per college leadership, all faculty are required to… [ 632 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-february-2020/

01/21/2020

Blackboard News You Can Use – January 2020

Happy New Year and welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share helpful resources and reminders to help you get prepared for the spring semester. Finding Your Spring 2020 Courses Once you are assigned sections in INFOnline, they are pushed to Blackboard through an automated process. [ 759 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-january-2020/

MATC Winterim 2019 courses run Sunday, December 22, 2019, through Thursday, January 16, 2020. During the holiday break,...

12/04/2019

Preparing for Winterim Courses

MATC Winterim 2019 courses run Sunday, December 22, 2019, through Thursday, January 16, 2020. During the holiday break, MATC’s campuses and support services will be closed. We strongly advise faculty teaching Winterim semester courses to begin developing their courses now and to see the provided resources below. If you have questions, contact faculty support as soon as possible. Winterim Faculty Support Guide Winterim Student FAQs
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/preparing-for-winterim-courses/

All MATC faculty are invited to attend Blackboard workshops to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To rece...

12/04/2019

Upcoming Workshops – December 2019

All MATC faculty are invited to attend Blackboard workshops to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to report to FQAS. Watch your MATC Gmail for announcements about additional workshop topics offered at outlying campuses! Using the ILP Tool to Submit Final Grades Wednesday, December 4th, 12:00-1:00 PM, West Allis Campus, room 350… [ 100 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/upcoming-workshops-december-2019/

All MATC faculty are invited to attend Blackboard workshops to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to report to FQAS. Watch y…

12/02/2019

Blackboard News You Can Use – December 2019

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few updates and reminders. [ 586 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-december-2019/

All MATC faculty are invited to attend an in-person Blackboard workshop or webinar to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts...

11/04/2019

Upcoming Faculty Innovation Center Workshops – November 2019

All MATC faculty are invited to attend an in-person Blackboard workshop or webinar to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to report to FQAS. Register for live sessions or use the provided links to view recorded sessions. Tools and Best Practices for Providing Closed Captioned Videos to Students (Workshop/Live Webinar) [ 112 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/upcoming-faculty-innovation-center-workshops-november-2019/

All MATC faculty are invited to attend an in-person Blackboard workshop or webinar to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to …

11/04/2019

Blackboard News You Can Use – November 2019

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few updates and reminders. Best Practices for Supporting Student Success The Blackboard Faculty Support Site has many resources for faculty including this document on What Faculty Can Do to Support Student Success… [ 525 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-november-2019/

10/09/2019

Upcoming Faculty Innovation Center Workshops – October 2019

All MATC faculty are invited to attend an in-person Blackboard workshop or webinar to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to report to FQAS. Please RSVP by contacting the liaison running the session to reserve your seat or by completing the provided forms below. Tools and Best Practices for Providing Closed Caption Videos… [ 131 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/upcoming-faculty-innovation-center-workshops-october-2019/

All MATC faculty are invited to attend an in-person Blackboard workshop or webinar to qualify for 1 CEU hour that counts towards FQAS! To receive credit, keep track of your participation hours to …

10/02/2019

Blackboard News You Can Use – October 2019

Welcome back to Blackboard News You Can Use, your brief monthly newsletter to help you promote student success through MATC’s web-based learning environment, Blackboard Learn. In this edition, we share a few updates and reminders. Best Practices and Support for Blackboard Use All faculty are required to upload a current syllabus in their fall FA2020 sections, set up a… [ 512 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/blackboard-news-you-can-use-october-2019/

Faculty who are looking for training in the use of Blackboard to support their teaching practice are encouraged to enrol...

09/16/2019

Fall 2019 Blackboard Training Courses are Available

Faculty who are looking for training in the use of Blackboard to support their teaching practice are encouraged to enroll in our 1 credit, free professional development courses this fall at the Milwaukee Campus. View the Fall Schedule and register for classes in INFOnline. Please see our quick-guide How to Register for Classes Online or watch our tutorial video… [ 37 more words ]
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/fall-2019-blackboard-training-courses-are-available/

09/16/2019

MATC – Planned Internet Outage Coming Sunday September 22nd

MATC - Planned Internet Outage Coming Sunday September 22nd
http://edtechnews.matc.edu/index.php/matc-planned-outage-sept-22-2019/

Per MATC’s IT Department, there will be a planned campus internet outage on Sunday, September 22nd from 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM CDT. Access to Blackboard, Colleague, Web Advisor, or other col…

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