Welcome back to school! \u00a0Here’s what’s new for Spring 2018 …<\/p>\n
Starting Thursday February 1, 2018, everyone at Swarthmore will need to use two factor authentication to log in to college services. \u00a0Two-factor authentication combines something you know (your username and password) with something you have (e.g. a numeric code or a mobile device). \u00a0The system we are implementing is called Duo and has already been adopted successfully at many colleges and universities. \u00a0We suggest switching before the deadline to make sure you have time to get set up properly. \u00a0Almost 1000 Swarthmore users are already successfully using Duo and the change will help keep hackers from accessing sensitive data. \u00a0More information and signup information is available at the <\/span>Duo Two Factor Authentication help page<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n The new MakerSpace taking shape in Beardsley took a huge step forward this month with the arrival of Russell Prigodich as the new MakerSpace and Wood Shop Manager. \u00a0Russell has extensive experience with both analog and digital tools and has been busy getting the space ready for the new semester. \u00a0Stop by Beardsley 101 to say hello and learn how the MakerSpace can help with a class or individual project.<\/span><\/p>\n Over the past year, Academic Technology has been collaborating with Facilities, faculty groups, the Provost’s Office, the Registrar’s Office, and the Libraries to enhance classrooms to benefit teaching. \u00a0Our goal is to create a variety of classrooms that best fit the diverse needs of faculty and students. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you haven’t seen the Kohlberg 116 classroom makeover from this summer, it is worth a visit. \u00a0More information and photos are available in <\/span>a previous blog post<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0In Science Center 104, we were able to reduce the number of chairs to facilitate space for group work and an additional whiteboard and a tracking camera for recording classes are coming soon. \u00a0A new classroom, Pearson 006, has lots of board space and chairs on wheels to suit a variety of class types from class discussion to small group work. \u00a0We’re working to identify additional rooms in need of improvement. \u00a0If you have ideas for room improvements, please get in touch.<\/span><\/p>\nMakerSpace <\/b><\/h1>\n
Classroom Updates<\/b><\/h1>\n