ReadSpeaker: A New Text to Speech Tool in D2L  Accessibility is a top priority for us! We were able to purchase ReadSpeaker, a text-to-speech tool that is integrated into D2L Showing students this audio option will create more opportunities to engage students and accommodate the various ways students absorb content. Reach out to CCIT for additional help with this tool. Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist [...]

Displaying Your D2L Awards on LinkedIn Do you offer awards in your courses? Badges and Certificates can mark milestones or achievements in your courses and inspire students to succeed! Below is information on taking awards from a course and sharing them to your LinkedIn profile. View the video or follow the step-by-step directions:  Creating Badges Posting Badges on LinkedInBinge Watch the [...]

D2L Pre-Course Copy Checklist As you prepare to copy courses over for the summer and fall, use this short checklist to make sure your course is ready for a clean, updated copy! We are also providing you with your own copy of the Pre-Course Copy Checklist to review your courses.  Pre-Course Copy ChecklistBinge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist D2L [...]

Inserting Videos into your D2L Course The new HTML V4 Templates include a pre-formatted page for images and videos that are framed to include supporting context. Learn how to use these templates to include videos that inform students why they should watch them. Get step-by-step instructions in this short sound byte:  Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist Faculty Focus Live Podcasts Faculty Focus is a free [...]

Using the New Dynamic HTML Templates V4  Did you know the new HTML Templates v4 are out and have some great new content for student engagement? Easily create D2L course pages that use tabs, flip cards, click ‘n’ reveal buttons, and much more with a simple copy and paste. Reach out to CCIT if you have any questions.   Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist Student-Centered Remote Teaching: [...]

Want a quick way to direct students to your Zoom sessions? Create a custom widget on your homepage and students will know how to access your Zoom as soon as they enter your course.  These widgets could also be used for other custom forms, links, or images. The video shares the step-by-step process, or you can read the directions [...]

Want to include interactive learning objects in your courses? CCIT can partner with you to create simulations, scenarios, and skills-based learning objects to meet the needs of your online learners.  Al Unrath shares examples and the process to request interactives in D2L. You can also find the link to the request form below.   Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte PlaylistRequest an Interactive Learning Object Five Easy Ideas [...]

December Coffee Talk Friday, December 11 @ 9 am: Holiday Wheel of Cheer! We all know this has been a challenging year, to say the least. Let's end 2020 with laughter, silliness, and PRIZES! Join Jason, Carrie, Pauline and the CCIT Team and help spread the cheer! Zoom Link: dtcc.zoom.us/j/93627251230 Explore the Full CCIT Events [...]

If we told you that you could make one single change that would be incredibly impactful to your courses, would you give it a try? Check out the video below to get the full What, Why, and How:  Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist Micro-Credential Courses (MCCs) CCIT has created five Micro-Credential Courses (MCCs) to expand your teaching toolbox!   *New* Synchronous [...]

Only have a few minutes? Check out this quick video featuring the new Customizing HTML File Template Banners. Binge watch the CCIT Sound Byte Playlist Free D2L Fusion Conference: Heroes Unite As we face a time of great uncertainty, it’ll take more than one hero to transform the way the world learns. Improving learning is a mission that [...]