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Authentic assessments are creative assessments to test student skills and behaviors -- case studies, role plays, and simulations are common examples of this testing technique. This webinar will help participants devise interesting and fun ways to better assess whether students are able to put new skills into practice in realistic scenarios, using readily available tools... Continue Reading →

Description Learn about the myriad benefits closed captioning offers to all students and why it’s critical that captioning be made available for all course videos. RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register.  After registering, a calendar invite with details on how to join will be sent to you, please add this event to your calendar.  Data Use: Campuses want... Continue Reading →

In this webinar, we will explore the research behind effective video-use in online classes, focusing mainly on learning-objectives, length, and production-value. We will also dive in to basic use of Kaltura MediaSpace, a video-creation tool available to all Minnesota State employees and students. RSVP Required  Use the RSVP tool below to register.  After registering, a... Continue Reading →

Description Attend this webinar to see a hands on overview of the @mention call out functionality in Discussions.  Learn about how to "tag" individuals that notifies them in Brightspace. Come take a look at a feature to help engage students in Brightspace! RSVP Required Use the RSVP tool below to register.  After registering, a calendar invite with... Continue Reading →

Description Copy Course Components is a tool in D2L Brightspace that enables you to copy materials from your existing courses into another course. When copying components, you can choose all or select individual items to copy into your course. Learn how you can save time by re-purposing course material. The Start, End, and Due dates... Continue Reading →

Description Use the Content tool in D2L Brightspace to its greatest potential, by utilizing it as the framework for learning and assessment activities in your online course. We’ll include tips for setting up the course in a streamlined and easy-to-navigate manner that will save time for both you and your students. RSVP Required Use the... Continue Reading →

Participants will be guided through an interactive demonstration of 8 specific humanizing elements to leverage learning science and culturally responsive teaching to create a more inclusive and equitable online course for today's... Continue Reading →

Description Want to encourage your students to interact more and share ideas and perspectives? Leverage the discussion tool to its greatest potential to enable students to engage in meaningful conversations... Continue Reading →

Description Attend this webinar to see a hands on overview of how to get started using the Gradebook in D2L Brightspace. If you’ve never used the Gradebook before, or only... Continue Reading →

*Mini-webinar 15 minutes* Description The Announcements on your D2L Brightspace course home page can help you communicate information to students and provide an additional avenue for student-teacher engagement. Learn tips... Continue Reading →