Additional Resources
Blackboard Learn
Zoom
- Getting Started with Zoom - quick reference (Google Doc) (faculty)
- Engaging Students Online through Zoom (opens in new window)
- Zoom Knowledge Base(opens in new window) - Helpful resource that contains both video and step-by-step, print tutorials.
Office of Accessible Technology (OATS)
As faculty, you may run into an issue accommodating students with disabilities for particular parts of the course.
PDF Support
For example, you may have PDFs you uploaded to Blackboard Learn that Blackboard Ally shows as Needs Help with a red dial. Did you know that the Office of Accessible Technology Services(opens in new window) is available to make these content items inclusive for all our students?
Simply create a ticket to request PDF accessibility support(opens in new window).
Captioning Support
By default, all videos uploaded to Blackboard through Kaltura Media are captioned. However, you can request captioning support(opens in new window) to improve the existing captions or request captions for other sources.
Kurzweil
Kurzweil(opens in new window)is an inclusive technology, text-to-speech, learning tool. If you have made the decision to make Kurzweil available to your students or your own use, OATS can help with training and support.
Library Support
How to make an appointment online with a librarian(opens in new window).
Off-Campus Computer Help & Internet Access
- How to turn your phone into a mobile hot spot(opens in new window).
- Many internet service providers and cellular services are responding to Covid-19 with increased data limits, reduced prices, and free services.
Student Resources
Check out the Wildcat Computing Support (WCS) page to stay on top of available resources for students.
