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What’s New in Moodle for Fall 2019
Our Academic Technology team just finished upgrading Swarthmore’s Moodle site to version 3.7 this summer. This update provides the college with the latest features and security updates. This version does not have major changes but does have some features that … Continue reading What’s New in Moodle for Fall 2019
We’re here to help as you prepare Fall Classes
As you transition from summer research and relaxation to thinking about your Fall semester classes the Academic Technology team encourages you to reach out to us if you need any help. We can consult about Moodle questions or talk about … Continue reading We’re here to help as you prepare Fall Classes
Pre-Semester Workshops
Summer’s almost over but we’re still here to help! During the week before classes begin ITS offers several workshops and events to help you get set up for the beginning of the semester. Need Help with Moodle? Sign up for … Continue reading Pre-Semester Workshops
Lynda.com Has Become LinkedIn Learning
Swarthmore has had Lynda.com as an additional video learning resource available to all students, faculty, and staff. Recently, that same service was purchased by LinkedIn and became LinkedIn Learning. All of the same video content is available, and there are … Continue reading Lynda.com Has Become LinkedIn Learning
Machine Learning, Higher Education, and Bias
This week I am attending the Open Source Conference (OSCON) and learning about all kinds of new open source software and projects. One of the popular new technologies being applied to many problems is machine learning, which is a technique … Continue reading Machine Learning, Higher Education, and Bias
Apollo 11 VR Experience in the Language Center
With the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing approaching take the opportunity to experience the mission though VR in the Language Center. Our Oculus station contains the Apollo 11 VR Experience application which provides the ability to actively … Continue reading Apollo 11 VR Experience in the Language Center