A person is working at a desk with a laptop open to a page of artistic sketches. They are holding a tablet displaying the word "creative" in stylized text. The desk is adorned with various items including a coffee mug, a book titled "Seasons," a vase with vibrant pink flowers, and writing utensils.

Learning Resources and Software Tools Available to Students, Faculty, and Staff

Did you know Swarthmore ITS provides a variety of educational resources for our students, faculty, and staff? We have a list of software and web services available that are designed to help foster teaching, learning, research, creativity, and innovation. Below, … Continue reading Learning Resources and Software Tools Available to Students, Faculty, and Staff

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Use Adobe Express to Create Flyers, Social Media Graphics, and Presentations

Online graphic design apps such as Adobe Express and Canva can help students, faculty, and staff quickly create posters, advertisements, or information graphics for course or campus events. Adobe Express is free with additional features available to all Swarthmore students, … Continue reading Use Adobe Express to Create Flyers, Social Media Graphics, and Presentations

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Technology in the Classroom: Mapping Chinatown with ArcGIS StoryMaps

As we move into the new Spring semester, I’d like to take a moment to celebrate the semester culminating project (The Struggle to Preserve Philadelphia’s Chinatown) produced by a group of students, with the support of their faculty instructor, and … Continue reading Technology in the Classroom: Mapping Chinatown with ArcGIS StoryMaps

three students sitting on a bench extending their arms and using their index fingers to point at something on a laptop in front of them. A silver laptop is in front of them sitting on a table. The glow of the laptop lights up their shins.

Student Portfolios With Domain of One’s Own

Over the years, digital student portfolios have emerged as a viable option for students to showcase their academic journey and professional readiness. Unlike traditional resumes, digital portfolios offer a dynamic and comprehensive picture of a student’s capabilities, experiences, and personal … Continue reading Student Portfolios With Domain of One’s Own