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Adobe Firefly generated image with the prompt: A mix of students of different ethnicities taking an in-class exam on laptop computers, with one student looking directly towards the cameraLink to Digital Testing in an AI World
Academic Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Course Planning

Digital Testing in an AI World

Link to Apple’s “Background Sounds”: Focus, Calm, and Accessibility in One Feature
Accessibility, iOS, Tips

Apple’s “Background Sounds”: Focus, Calm, and Accessibility in One Feature

Link to Globus Now Available for Use with Firebird
Academic Technology, High Performance Computing, Research

Globus Now Available for Use with Firebird

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Academic Technology, Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, Software

AI Resources at Swarthmore

Link to Podcast Studio now located in Martin Hall
Academic Technology, Language & Media Center, Learning Spaces, Learning Technology

Podcast Studio now located in Martin Hall

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Academic Technology, Accessibility, Course Planning, Design Thinking, Tips, Universal Design for Learning

Styling in Word: Introducing an accessible syllabus template

Academic Technology, Moodle, News
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Use Subsections to Fight Moodle Sprawl

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 Andrew Ruether

This summer, Moodle received an impactful upgrade that faculty members will appreciate: the addition of subsections. This new feature allows for clearer organization of course content by breaking up lengthy topics or weeks into manageable subsections, making navigation easier for … Continue reading Use Subsections to Fight Moodle Sprawl

Academic Technology

Sustainable Skills in the Makerspace

July 25, 2025July 29, 2025 Josh Jordan

This past academic year, the makerspace had the privilege and pleasure of helping support the President’s Sustainability Research Fellow Angela Gil and her excellent and impressive program of events and workshops throughout the Spring semester. The fuller picture is that … Continue reading Sustainable Skills in the Makerspace

Academic Technology, Accessibility
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Assistive Technology (AT) Tools: Voice Control a device

July 10, 2025July 9, 2025 Jen Moore

This is part six of a series on Assistive Technology (AT) tools anyone can use directly on their devices—no extra download required. In case you missed it, the last post was Assistive Technology (AT) Tools: Text-to-speech on mobile. Many platforms and devices … Continue reading Assistive Technology (AT) Tools: Voice Control a device

Academic Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Google Apps, Software
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Google Gemini AI tool now available

July 1, 2025July 1, 2025 Andrew Ruether

Google Gemini, a suite of generative AI tools, is now available to all Swarthmore students and employees. As we continue to explore the potential of artificial intelligence, Gemini offers a secure platform for experimentation. Gemini is available via a web … Continue reading Google Gemini AI tool now available

Academic Technology, Data Science, LinkedIn Learning, Students, Workshops and Training

Summer Learning: R, Python & More!

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Doug Willen

During the summer months, many faculty work with a small group of students on research projects. These projects frequently require students (and sometimes faculty) with a need and the opportunity to develop skills that are both required to complete the … Continue reading Summer Learning: R, Python & More!

Academic Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Course Planning, Learning Technology
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Pedagogical Uses for Teaching With AI

May 23, 2025May 22, 2025 Ashley Turner

Are you a faculty or instructional staff member who is cautious yet curious to learn more about using AI from a pedagogical perspective? Over the past few years, we’ve seen a growing interest among faculty in exploring the potential of generative … Continue reading Pedagogical Uses for Teaching With AI

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