Learning Technology
Learning technology is a collection of tools, software, hardware, and platforms that have the potential to improve teaching and learning. Learning technology in and of itself does not improve learning. Rather, it is the thoughtful and strategic implementation of technology that creates an improved learning environment. ACNS provides information and training about various educational technologies provided by the university through its Technology Training Center in Morgan Library.
It is imperative that all technology integrated into the curriculum be accessible to all students. Many of the resources below will support you in making your course materials and technologies accessible.
- Use accessible slide presentations, documents, videos, and other course materials
- Provide students with the ATRC Quick Start Guides to share the free assistive technology tools available at CSU
- Intentionally choose learning technologies that enhance student engagement. Popular apps include: Padlet, Kahoot, Jamboard, Flippity, Quizlet, Edpuzzle, Flipgrid, iClickers
- Use Canvas, Echo360, or Microsoft Teams to record videos; limit instructional videos to less than 15 minutes
- Work with Classroom Support Services to learn how to use classroom technology as well as report classroom technology problems
- Ensure your Canvas classroom materials are accessible:
- Run the UDOIT for Canvas tool to check your course for accessibility compliance
- Share ReadSpeaker for Canvas tool with students
- Use Canvas, Echo360, or Microsoft Teams to record videos; limit instructional videos to less than 15 minutes