T4LT - Online Lectures

We are often asked how to replicate the lecture in online courses. Naturally, we have some thoughts on the subject. We believe lecture materials for online courses are best when short, focused on the students' needs, and created explicitly for the online course.

Video Editing for Everyone

Pinnacle Systems, owned by AVID, offers a FREE program called Video Spin. This is a very hand program for those interested in video editing. It's no Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere, but it is a great stepping stone for the beginner to intermediate editor. It's definitely a step up from Movie Maker.

For more information or to download the program, visit the Video Spin website.

T4LT - Texting

Texting has become an important form of communication and some instructors are beginning to explore how and when to use sms messages with their students.

Resources mentioned:
Txting: The Gr8 Db8 by David Crystal

Poll Everywhere
http://www.polleverwhere.com

T4LT - Online Exam Security

"Online Security" is often thought of as a bit of an oxymoron. In this episode, we examine some typical LMS (Angel) settings that can help instructors increase test security and integrity efforts.

T4LT - Image Editing

Pixlr.com is an online image editing program with an impressive array of tools and features. Fundamental image manipulation skills are essential for teachers and learners. And beyond the fundamentals exists a world of creative and productive possibilities for course assignments and assessments.

Other free imaging programs you might find useful:
http://www.picnik.com/
http://www.aviary.com/tools/image-editor
http://www.sumopaint.com/home/
http://www.splashup.com/
http://www.photoshop.com/tools?wf=editor

Angel Features You May Not Know About

In this episode of T4LT, Alan and Emily challenge each other to further their knowledge of the Angel Learning platform. You too can explore section headings, customizing icons, macros, grading rubrics, milestone calendar links and more!

If you would like more hands-on experience, sign up for the Beyond the Basics Angel training offered through KCELT. Open to all Kirkwood faculty and staff.

T4LT - Open Textbooks

Emily talks with Kate Hess, Library Coordinator for Kirkwood's Iowa City campus, about open textbooks.

Links Mentioned in this episode:

Flat World Knowledge
http://www.flatworldknowledge.com

Kirkwood Library
http://www.kirkwood.edu/library