Category: Instructional Design News
Gradescope Bubble Sheet Replacing Scantron
Posted November 11, 2024
We are happy to share that JMU will soon offer a new and improved test scoring system to replace Scantron. Introducing: Gradescope Bubble Sheet! Benefits: Gradescope Bubble Sheet offers a more efficient and cost-effective method for grading multiple-choice exams, saving […]
You’re Invited! Honoring Día de Los Muertos in the Shenandoah Valley (Nov. 7 Event)
Posted October 23, 2024
Join us on Thursday, November 7 at 6pm in Memorial Hall to learn from and experience artistic expression related to Día de los Muertos and other Latinx cultural commemorations of loved ones. Crafting Local Commemorations: Honoring Día de los Muertos […]
JMU Libraries Offers Resources to Support Teaching, Learning, and Research with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Posted September 14, 2024
As generative artificial intelligence changes the nature of work, learning, and communication, higher education is only one of many industries grappling with its ethical and practical implications. JMU Libraries offers a variety of ways for faculty, staff, and students to […]
Designing Interactive Learning with Polling Tools & Accessible Presentations: Workshop for JMU Faculty
Posted September 3, 2024
Our new workshop introduces strategies and methods to support interactive and inclusive class participation for all students, using inquiry-based learning pedagogy, JMU-supported polling tools, and accessible presentations inside and outside classrooms. Beyond this workshop, you can also request follow-up consultation, co-design, […]
Designing an Accessible Syllabus for Inclusive Learning: A Workshop for JMU Faculty & Staff
Posted August 23, 2024
Access to your class syllabus is vital for the success of an ever-evolving diverse population of JMU students. Join our new workshop for JMU faculty and staff to explore the multiple paths of representation for an inclusive and accessible syllabus […]
What New Faculty Need to Know About JMU Libraries
Posted August 19, 2024
We want to welcome all new faculty members to JMU! We’re so glad you’re here. Top 5 things JMU Libraries can do to help you succeed at JMU Stay up to date You should soon begin receiving our weekly email […]
Teaching & Learning with AI: One of Two New Modules in the Design for Learning Institute
Posted August 16, 2024
Each year, JMU faculty are invited to join the Design for Learning Institute—a learning community of JMU experts, peers, and mentors who will support you as you develop or redesign a course. This year, we’re offering two new sections in this self-paced, […]
Faculty Workshops on AI, Canvas, and More
Posted August 12, 2024
This August, we’re offering new workshops to faculty — alongside some favorite workshops from last year. Choose a date below to learn more or sign up before these sessions fill up! Hybrid workshops held both on Zoom and in Rose […]
7 Ways We Can Help Faculty Prepare for Fall
Posted July 24, 2024
As you gear up for the fall, remember that we are here to support your teaching and research. Here are 7 things we’re ready and eager to help you with: Ready to get started? Request a consultation to get connected […]
We Provide Academic Software and Platforms to JMU
Posted June 18, 2024
JMU Libraries provides a variety of academic software to catalyze JMU’s university-wide research and teaching-and-learning enterprise. JMU Information Technology provides additional software and platforms to JMU. JMU Libraries provide varying levels of support for using the software listed below. In some cases, support is available only through the […]
