Gmail is Getting an Upgrade
Google has announced that it is upgrading Gmail and adding in new features, but don’t worry, we have you covered. A lot of the changes will be visual, as Gmail is getting a facelift to better match both Drive and … Continue reading Gmail is Getting an Upgrade
Office Hours Schedule Updates Coming
This summer, ITS will be updating the Office Hours Scheduler system. The system allows anyone with a Swarthmore account to create a calendar, set up blocks of time, and allow users to sign up appointments within each block. People have used … Continue reading Office Hours Schedule Updates Coming
Active Learning Classroom Updates
Active Learning Classroom Pilot 2017-2018 We’ve officially made it through the first year of our active learning pilot program! As some of you may know, over the Summer of 2017, ITS teamed up with facilities, the Provost’s office, and other … Continue reading Active Learning Classroom Updates
Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Across the world today, people are paying attention to what it means to be a person with a disability. As a technologist I’d like to suggest some simple tasks to help you learn about some of ways people use assistive technology to get around the web and/or their mobile devices. Say “goodbye” to your mouse Detach your mouse and try navigating using only your keyboard. The following keys can be used: Tab key: Navigates to most elements, usually links or buttons. If the website is built correctly you should see an outline around each element as to tab to it. … Continue reading Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Learning with LinkedIn with Lynda.com Content
We launched the Lynda.com online tutorial site at Swarthmore nearly five years ago. A reminder: everyone who is a student, a faculty member, or staff has … Continue reading Learning with LinkedIn with Lynda.com Content
Grading In Moodle
Navigating the Moodle Gradebook can be quite confusing at times but we are here to help! There are several different options you have available when it comes to grading in Moodle. If you can’t remember how to allow your students … Continue reading Grading In Moodle