Technology Consultations and Courses
The Center for Integrated Professional Development and its partners offer a variety of consultations on teaching with various types of software. Browse the categories on this page for specific contact information. We and our partners also offer workshops on select topics covering common applications used by both faculty and staff on campus.
Technology Courses
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Registration for events is now handled through iPeople, unless otherwise specified. When registering from off campus locations, users may be asked to complete Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Users can see what they have previously registered for and cancel registrations by logging in to this tracking page.
If you have questions about the content of a workshop or need an accommodation to fully participate, please email ProDev@ilstu.edu. If you receive an error message while attempting to register, please contact the Technology Support Center.
Additional Resources
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Consultations
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Teaching Technology
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Campus Applications
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Microsoft Office
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Adobe Creative Cloud
Canvas
Learn how to naviagte, operate, and maximize your use of Canvas in your teaching.
Contact the Center - ProDev@ilstu.edu
Camtasia
Learn to use Camtasia, a screen-recording program that lets you narrate PowerPoint presentations, still images, or videos.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Nearpod
Nearpod is an interactive tool replacing classroom clickers at Illinois State.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Padlet
Padlet is a web-based program that allows you to organize content for viewing in multiple layouts, including website , bulletin board , blog , or portfolio .
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
SoftChalk Create
SoftChalk Create lets you easily create engaging, interactive web lessons.
Contact the Center - ProDev@ilstu.edu
ScreenPal
ScreenPal, formerly Screencast-O-Matic is an inexpensive, web-based software that allows you to record and narrate videos from your desktop.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Zoom
Zoom is the University's online conferencing platform, and using it effectively can benefit your teaching.
Contact: Jim Gee - jpgee@ilstu.edu
About.IllinoisState Websites for Faculty and Staff
Learn how to use the News.IllinoisState.edu content management system, powered by WordPress, to add news articles, tag them to feed to multiple locations (including your website), insert images, photo galleries, and more.
Contact: Mike Regilio - mjregil@ilstu.edu
Achieve
Learn how to edit your profile, make appointments, block/unblock appointments, cancel/uncancel appointments, and how to use a group calendar.
Achieve trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately one hour. These trainings are arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
Campus Solutions
Learn about the basic features and structure of Campus Solutions, such as Campus Solutions terminology, how to navigate Campus Solutions, and how to perform functions within this application.
Campus Solutions trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately 1.5 hours. These trainings are arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
Comevo
Learn about Comevo’s features, how to create an online module, and how to generate reports to view the usage of your module(s).
Comevo trainings are taken online in a self-directed format.
Alternatively, Comevo trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately one hour. These trainings are arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
Creating Articles for News.IllinoisState
Learn how to use the News.IllinoisState.edu content management system, powered by WordPress, to add news articles, tag them to feed to multiple locations (including your website), insert images, photo galleries, and more.
To participate in one of these events, please email Kevin Bersett (kdberse@IllinoisState.edu) before the registration deadline. He will provide you with the relevant Zoom link and a document to review prior to the session, which will be a quick review of the materials and an opportunity to ask questions and receive clarification on any directions that may be unclear.
Formstack
Learn how to navigate Formstack, how to create a form, and how to collect form submissions.
Formstack can be learned through our self-paced training course. Contact the Technology Support Center to be enrolled into the course.
Alternatively, Formstack trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately one hour. These trainings can be arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
Improve Your Website Content
Learn how to navigate Formstack, how to create a form, and how to collect form submissions.
Contact: Dan Stanislaus - dwstani@ilstu.edu
Omni CMS (OU Campus)
Learn how to use Omni CMS (formerly OU Campus), Illinois State's primary content management system for department and college websites.
To learn more about other web-based platforms such as our About websites or Digital Measures, request assistance from the Technology Support Center.
Qualtrics
Learn about the features in Qualtrics, how to create a Qualtrics survey or other project, analyze the results, and how to create reports based on the results.
Qualtrics trainings are offered monthly. Sign up for a session at this website: Human Resources Trainings and Workshops
Alternatively, Qualtrics trainings can be arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center. These trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately 1.5 hours.
ProctorTrack
Learn about the features of ProctorTrack and how it is used with your online course.
ProctorTrack trainings are completed individually or in a group and take approximately one hour. These trainings can be arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
TimeClock Plus
Learn how to use the features in TimeClock Plus, such as how to access TimeClock Plus, approve shifts, and edit a shift’s start and end times.
TimeClock Plus trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately 45 minutes. These trainings are arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center.
Excel
Learn to use Excel, an extremely powerful multipurpose spreadsheet tool.
For Excel support, please contact Human Resources. HR offers both workshops and access to LinkedIn Learning.
Microsoft Forms
Learn Microsoft Forms, a quick, easy, mobile-friendly way to create sign-up forms, polls, and surveys.
Contact: Jim Gee - jpgee@ilstu.edu
OneDrive
Take your projects on the go using Microsoft Office apps for iOS, Android, and Windows mobile devices through OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud-based storage, free for members of the campus community.
Contact: Jim Gee - jpgee@ilstu.edu
OneNote
OneNote allows you to easily include images, videos, and audio clips anywhere on the page.
Contact: Jim Gee - jpgee@ilstu.edu
PowerPoint
Microsoft Powerpoint is a tool to create compelling slide shows for classes, conferences, and more.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Teams
Learn how to use each feature in Microsoft Teams, the purpose of each feature, how to chat with individuals and groups, and how to share files.
Microsoft Teams trainings are offered monthly. Sign up for a session at this website: Human Resources Trainings and Workshops
Alternatively, Microsoft Teams trainings can be arranged on an as-needed basis and are established by contacting the Technology Support Center. These trainings can be completed individually or in a group and take approximately one hour. If needed, other Microsoft Team functions can be covered based on the trainees’ interests.
Word
Learn to make the most out of Microsoft Word, a well-rounded word processing program.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Adobe Creative Cloud Express
Create compelling media with Adobe Creative Cloud Express, a browser-based, mobile-friendly graphic design app (formerly called Adobe Spark).
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Adobe Portfolio
Explore Adobe Portfolio, an easy-to-use portfolio website creation and management tool.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Adobe XD
Adobe XD is an application used for prototyping apps designed for smart phones, tablets, or the web. It can be downloaded from the Adobe Creative Cloud as part of ISU's Adobe license.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Illustrator
Learn to make compelling graphics with this comprehensive layout tool.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
InDesign
Get an overview of this page layout editor and learn to place and move graphics and text to create an aesthetically pleasing format for printing.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Photoshop
Learn to use Photoshop, a powerful digital image editing program.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Premiere Rush
Learn the basics of cutting, color correcting, and adding text to your videos, as well as how to save and upload files to share with your class through Premiere Rush.
Contact: Greg Maier - gmmaier@ilstu.edu
Technology Courses
Creating Articles for News.IllinoisState
Wednesday, June 5 • 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Register by June 3)
Thursday, July 11 • 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Register by July 8)
Tuesday, August 13 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Register by August 9)
Online
Facilitator:
Kevin Bersett, University Marketing and Communications
Learn how to use the News.IllinoisState.edu content management system, powered by WordPress, to add news articles, tag them to feed to multiple locations (including your website), insert images, photo galleries, and more. This workshop is open to faculty and staff only. Registration is required.
Please note: To participate in one of these events, please email Kevin Bersett (kdberse@IllinoisState.edu) before the registration deadline. He will provide you with the relevant Zoom link and a document to review prior to the session, which will be a quick review of the materials and an opportunity to ask questions and receive clarification on any directions that may be unclear.
Omni CMS (OU Campus)
Thursday, April 11 • 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Thursday, May 9 • 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Online
Facilitator:
Dan Stanislaus,
WEB and Interactive Communications
Learn how to use Omni CMS (formerly OU Campus), Illinois State's primary content management system for department and college websites. This training covers all the basic vocabulary of websites and goes over how to edit and publish content. You'll also learn how to request more complex website updates from the WEB staff, such as layout changes, adding pages, navigation, and more.
Registration is required.
To learn more about other web-based platforms such as our About websites or Digital Measures, request assistance from the
Technology Support Center.
Introduction to Padlet
Register by:
Tuesday, July 9
Synchronous sessions:
Wednesday, July 10 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
Padlet is a digital bulletin board app that allows you and your students to post and save different kinds of content, including text, images, websites, and videos. In this workshop, you will see the latest features of Padlet and how to effectively use the tool for your courses. Requires registration.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Introduction to Nearpod
Register by:
Tuesday, July 16
Synchronous sessions:
Wednesday, July 17 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
Nearpod is a tool to create interactive presentations and assessments. In this workshop you will see Nearpod in action as a student and then you will shift to instructor mode and create your own interactive slides for a lesson. Requires registration.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Introduction to Adobe Express
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Tuesday, July 23
Synchronous sessions:
Wednesday, July 24 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
Adobe Express is an easy-to-use suite for creating visual content, such as websites, portfolios, logos, posters, flyers, social media posts, presentations, and more. You will learn how to use the main features of this suite and see demonstrations and examples of how it can be used for education, with a focus on hands-on use. Requires registration.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Canvas and Online Education Courses
Quick Start for Canvas
Register by:
Wednesday, June 5
Monday, August 5
Synchronous session:
Thursday, June 6 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, August 6 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
New to teaching in Canvas? Still working on building out your Canvas site and need a quick crash course as the semester begins? This workshop packs a lot in just 90 minutes: Learn how to get started with the most important settings and tools, create basic course content using Pages and Modules, communicate with students using Announcements and Inbox, create Assignments, and navigate the Gradebook. The Quick Start for Canvas workshop is a fast-paced combination of several of our most popular workshops. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Allison Hauser, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Building Regular and Substantive Interaction into Your Online Courses
Register by:
Monday, June 10
Synchronous sessions:
Tuesday, June 11 • 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Online
Explore ways to increase interactivity and engagement within your online courses, while also meeting federal regulations for distance education. Regular and substantive interaction (RSI) is a federal requirement for all online courses that distinguishes “distance education” from “correspondence education.” Come and learn what constitutes RSI and how you can build RSI into your courses to increase interactivity and engagement (Hint: You may already be doing some of this). Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Tony Piña, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Canvas Tips All Instructors Should Know
Register by:
Wednesday, June 19
Synchronous sessions:
Thursday, June 20 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
Instructors at ISU who are using Canvas have had a year to familiarize themselves with using the LMS. In this workshop, we will briefly discuss several “tips and tricks” that can enhance your Canvas courses. These tips can help you address minor troubleshooting questions, enhance your course design, and streamline your Canvas experience. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Steve Travers, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Create Videos Within Canvas
Register by:
Tuesday, June 25
Synchronous sessions:
Wednesday, June 26 • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online
You do not have to be a tech to incorporate video into your Canvas courses. Import videos from your computer or record video from your webcam or screen capture—quickly and easily. All videos will be automatically closed captioned. You can record videos once and embed them into multiple courses for teaching, assignments, assessment, and feedback. You can also see how long each of your students has watched your videos. You will also learn how to easily edit your videos and share them with users inside and outside of ISU. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Tony Piña, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Engage Your Students with Instructor Video
Register by:
Monday, July 1
Synchronous sessions:
Tuesday, July 2 • 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Online
Students report that courses which incorporate instructor videos into their Canvas courses are much more engaging and effective than those containing only text and still images. In this workshop, you will learn how to build interactivity into your videos by inserting hyperlinks and test questions to turning videos into graded assignments. You can also create assignments where students can record videos within Canvas and submit them as gradable assignments in Canvas SpeedGrader. You can also create video-based discussion boards. This workshop assumes that you have attended the “Create Video Within Canvas” workshop or have used Canvas Studio. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Tony Piña, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Greg Maier, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Rethinking How We Grade: Schemas, Equity, and the Math Behind the Canvas Gradebook
Register by:
Wednesday, July 24
Synchronous sessions:
Thursday, July 25 • 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Online
This half to day workshop will ask participants to investigate and establish the grading practices for a given course. We’ll be considering different approaches to grading and set up a gradebook, while considering best practices that promote equity. Then, we’ll do a deep dive into the math behind the Canvas gradebook to ensure that scores are adding up as you intended. This workshop will include time to discuss, determine, and build your Canvas gradebook and grading policies. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Allison Hauser, Center for Integrated Professional Development
Sustaining Student Engagement and Motivation Online
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Tuesday, July 30
Synchronous sessions:
Wednesday, July 31 • 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Online
Online courses can appear to be an obstacle to student engagement and motivation when compared to face-to-face courses. There are challenges in online courses that instructors face, such as the absence of non-verbal cues seen in student faces, the ability to show enthusiasm for the content being taught, and the apparent absence of a community feeling found that is natural to the traditional classroom. This workshop will help instructors overcome those apparent obstacles by examining methods for online instruction and course design that can encourage and sustain student engagement and motivation in the online environment. Registration is required.
There is no stipend for this event.
Facilitator:
Steve Travers, Center for Integrated Professional Development