The Teaching & Learning Corner kindly reminds faculty there are just six more Mondays until 2022 classes begin. In light of upcoming holiday closures, faculty are encouraged to begin preparing course materials in Moodle early.
Note important dates and LOTS of helpful information below PLUS: a checklist of items with links to get started right away.
Please note: So that our staff can enjoy time away, OIT Help Desk and TLC staff will be unavailable during University Holiday Closures.
Important Dates:
- Nov 22: 6-7 weeks until classes begin
- Nov 25-26: University closed for Thanksgiving
- Dec 20-31: University closed for Holiday Break
Open courses two weeks before classes begin:
- Dec 20: Winter Qtr, Health Science
- Dec 30: Spring Term
Classes Begin:
- Jan 3: Winter Qtr, Health Sciences (PA)
- Jan 10: Health Sciences (PT, OT)
- Jan 13: Spring Term
Tip: Login to myCU Faculty Center now to check that course information is accurate. Request changes early!
Why open my course two weeks before the term starts?
We know students check Moodle long before classes begin. They want to confirm enrollments are correct, get acquainted with instructors, and take care of any preparations ahead of time (think school supplies list!). By opening your course and making introductory information available to them – you are putting the learner’s needs at the center of the process helping to ensure a successful start.
Explore new tools:
For ideas and inspiration, be sure to check out the many tools and helpful tips posted to the EdTech Tool box on our website. If you are looking for one-on-one assistance, please contact helpdesk@clarkson.edu for more information or to request a consultation.
Technology Loans Avail:
There are Dell 2-in-1 pen enabled touchscreen laptops and other tech available for loan to instructors. The Dell 2-in-1 is ideal for digitizing handwritten notations useful when creating screen share recordings and providing feedback on student assignment submissions. Terms do apply. View our Technology Loaner Pool program information page and submit a request through the form linked there.
If you are developing a NEW Course:
TLC instructional design team is available to provide one-on-one consultations to assist and support you in developing new online courses. We will assist you with outlining your course, creating engaging materials and activities, building your course in Moodle and much more!
If you are getting your existing course ready:
We can help get your existing course ready for the next term by ensuring that you have the most up-to-date institutional links and documents, reviewing your course for opportunities for improvement, and testing technology. We are happy to provide you with any of the consultation, tools, and resources listed above as well.
More Helpful Links:
Student Resources: Learner Support
Academic Affairs: Policies and Forms
Happy New Year!
Questions/Comments:
Office of Information Technology HelpDesk 315-268-HELP (x4357) or helpdesk@clarkson.edu
