Faculty Center for Teaching Excellence
Teaching at Our Best Positively Impacts Student Learning
During this pandemic, we must be nimble with our teaching strategies and responsive to student learning conditions. Students will be in multiple “classroom” environments and each one will be slightly different for the student. Thank you in advance for being flexible and compassionate during this novel learning time. On this page you will find resources to assist you with pandemic pedagogy.
Each of the labels below contain information pertaining to pandemic pedagogy. Simply click on the label bar to get that category to expand with multiple resources.
Programming and Zoom links
Here is the Summer 2020 FCTE programming. This year we are doing most sessions via Zoom. OIT is also putting on some informative sessions this summer, and they are listed as well.
| September 14 at 3 p.m. The Importance of Student Engagement In this session, various strategies for engaging students in the lesson will be shared. Zoom Meeting: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/j/98556930094?pwd=c1ZWeXJFNm1YQW9mME02LzcrY... |
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September 14th Higher Learning Commission open sessions: Open Session for Students |
| September 21st at 3 p.m. Blackboard Tips for Success At this session, tips and tricks for successful use of Blackboard will be shared by Instructional Tools facilitator, Stephanie Alexander. Come and learn a new strategy, and get your Blackboard questions answered! Zoom Meeting: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/j/93655121404?pwd=L28xUzFuWkY0WlZxRUJpbzM3S... |
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Sept. 22nd at 9 a.m. Ibram Kendi Book Discussion 2 for Faculty and Staff Zoom Meeting https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/j/92133041042?pwd=TmQxSVR2SFlENUtWWGVmcElaT... |
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September 24th at 12 p.m. LEAP Indiana Fall Forum for Studio Faculty LEAP Indiana is offering informal Faculty Forums this fall. The Zoom sessions will enable faculty to connect with others in related disciplines and across the state to discuss ideas and get support surrounding space and instructional responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic. In these sessions, faculty will have like-minded colleagues with whom they can share how they are dealing with the changes and what they have found to be successful. Each session will have a facilitator and pre-registration will be encouraged. Here is the registration link: https://indstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8jLbS3uyFE9f3vf |
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September 30th at 4 p.m. LEAP INDIANA Fall Forum for Languages LEAP Indiana is offering informal Faculty Forums this fall. The Zoom sessions will enable faculty to connect with others in related disciplines and across the state to discuss ideas and get support surrounding space and instructional responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic. In these sessions, faculty will have like-minded colleagues with whom they can share how they are dealing with the changes and what they have found to be successful. Each session will have a facilitator and pre-registration will be encouraged. Here is the registration link: https://indstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8jLbS3uyFE9f3vf |
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October 1st at 1 p.m. LEAP INDIANA Fall Forums for LABS LEAP Indiana is offering informal Faculty Forums this fall. The Zoom sessions will enable faculty to connect with others in related disciplines and across the state to discuss ideas and get support surrounding space and instructional responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic. In these sessions, faculty will have like-minded colleagues with whom they can share how they are dealing with the changes and what they have found to be successful. Each session will have a facilitator and pre-registration will be encouraged. Here is the registration link: https://indstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8jLbS3uyFE9f3vf |
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October 6th at 9 a.m. Ibram Kendi Book Discussion 3 for Faculty and Staff Zoom Meeting https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/j/92133041042?pwd=TmQxSVR2SFlENUtWWGVmcElaT... |
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Master Teacher Program Applications Invitation to Apply for the Third Cohort of the Master Teacher Program The Faculty Center for Teaching Excellence is pleased to announce the recruitment of the third cohort of the Master Teacher Program. The prestigious Master Teacher Program offers faculty across all ranks a comprehensive set of opportunities to enhance their teaching and learning skills. The 18-month program will begin in late September. Applications are due by September 7, 2020. Informational meetings will be held through Zoom. Applications can be found on the FCTE webpage and Teaching Tuesdays. For more information, contact Melissa Nail at Melissa.Nail@indstate.edu or 812.237.2848. |
Hybrid and online teaching
Use your ISU credentials to access the OTH-FCTE Blackboard course on Hybrid and Online Teaching. Short articles and documents can be found to provide a richer understanding of pedagogical practices in the hybrid teaching environment and the online environment. The link below directs you to the folder which houses for the Online and Hybrid Pedagogy resources.
Pandemic Teaching Resources
Faculty Self Help & Guides:
- Fall 2020 Teaching Guidelines - Posted 7/22/20
- How To Quickly Convert Your Courses to Online Instruction
- Online Instruction Quick Start Guide
- How to Create and Join a Class Using Skype for Business
- How to forward your campus phone to a cell phone
- Copyright in Online Instruction
- Linking a Database Article to A Course
- Service Learning and Community Engagement Information
- Possible Resources for Free Internet Access
- Testing Your Home Internet Access
TRAINING AND ASSISTANCE
Consultations for Yuja:
Email Nick Aballi (Nick.Aballi@indstate.edu) for assistance.
How to Publish a Zoom Lecture in Blackboard
Recording: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/rec/share/-exHNZLoql5LYZXVtUDQSpB6MaDlaaa82yAerPUOyxrqUwk-UbRefbW-zA32N2He
Password: %PGp6^6t
How to Add a Zoom Link to Your Blackboard Course
Recording: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/rec/play/ucEof-77-zs3TNeSsQSDC_B5W9ToK_msgCdI-PQNzxu8AngCM1GuNLJENrdmqhRq4S1KOtJZ33lHNGxZ
Password: L%7LpH0D
Using the Group Tool in Blackboard
Recording: https://indstate-edu.zoom.us/rec/play/6Mcqde6qqD43T4aVtASDC_d8W467eKOshyIf_fsLnR3jBXVRY1T3MLoVa-S-jMwI195dVDfgw3OhUEap?continueMode=true&_x_zm_rtaid=orxG984hSkuHe8AmDx9yMw.1596199344771.13887e3ca439a415c3486bf4d07f1b59&_x_zm_rhtaid=851
Password: IBR$b*0^
ISU Network Access Available in Campus Parking Lots M and Q
Wireless access to the ISU network (ISU Secure) is now available in Parking Lot M (southeast corner) and Parking Lot Q (southwest corner). Go here to review more information on how to connect: https://indstate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1851/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=104415.
Free Wi-Fi May Be Available at Your Local Library
Some Indiana public libraries have left their Wi-Fi on even though buildings are closed. You may be able to access internet from their parking lots, or local outdoor seating areas. If you decide to try this, always remember to follow local government and medical advice regarding local travel, social distancing, etc. The following link is a list of libraries in Indiana that have left their public Wi-Fi on. This link is not hosted, maintained or updated by Indiana State University: Click here to see the list.
Eduroam - Access to ISU Wi-Fi When Not on Campus
Eduroam gives a person “guest” access to another university’s network using their ISU credentials. Eduroam access is a pass-through to the Internet. For more information on Eduroam – what it is and where you can access it, please read this knowledge base article: https://indstate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1851/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=99424
Student Resources
- Resources for Taking Online Classes
- How to Create and Join a Class Using Skype for Business
- Possible Resources for Free Internet Access
Check local sources that may offer wireless internet connectivity:1. At least two internet service providers (Comcast, Charter Spectrum) have announced limited-time programs for in-home internet service. Check with your local provider to see if they have such a program for this period of time.
2. Individual cities and counties in Indiana may provide wireless access to the public for free. For example, the Monroe County Public Library website has information on wireless locations provided by local providers in that county. Terre Haute has a TerreHauteFree wireless service that can be accessed from locations near Wabash and 7th Street.
- Testing Your Home Internet Access
Make sure your home network is ready to go if you are working from home.
Test your internet service by going to speedtest.net (it’s free) and select Purdue (West Lafayette or Terre Haute, IN – Joink, LLC) when running the speed test. See the full article connectivity tips on working from home here: https://indstate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1851/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=1...
- Free Adobe Suite Access for Students Expires July 6, 2020
Adobe provided temporary at-home access for Adobe Creative Cloud for impacted students and educators. That access will expire on July 6, 2020. If you are FACULTY or STAFF and need access to Creative Cloud, please contact the Technology Support Center at 812-237-2910. -
Loaner Laptops Available to Students
Windows based laptop loaners will be available at the Technology Support Center (TSC) in Stalker Hall 009 (lower level) for students that have broken or malfunctioning computers. Please contact the TSC at 812-237-2910 if you would like to inquire about one. -
SPSS software will be available for free, unlimited use on student owned computers soon. More details will be posted as soon as they are available.
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ISU Network Access Available in Campus Parking Lots M and Q
Wireless access to the ISU network (ISU Secure) is now available in Parking Lot M (southeast corner) and Parking Lot Q (southwest corner). Go here to review more information on how to connect: https://indstate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1851/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=104415. -
Free Wi-Fi May Be Available at Your Local Library
Some Indiana public libraries have left their Wi-Fi on even though buildings are closed. You may be able to access internet from their parking lots, or local outdoor seating areas. If you decide to try this, always remember to follow local government and medical advice regarding local travel, social distancing, etc. The following link is a list of libraries in Indiana that have left their public Wi-Fi on. This link is not hosted, maintained or updated by Indiana State University: Click here to see the list. -
Eduroam - Access to ISU Wi-Fi When Not on Campus
Eduroam gives a person “guest” access to another university’s network using their ISU credentials. Eduroam access is a pass-through to the Internet. For more information on Eduroam – what it is and where you can access it, please read this knowledge base article: https://indstate.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/1851/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=99424
Important Contact Information
| Instructional Designers: | 812-237-2345 | ISU-IDS@mail.indstate.edu |
| Instructional Tools: | 812-237-7000 | ISU-Blackboard-Support@mail.indstate.edu |
| FCTE: | 812-237-2688 | Molly.Hare@indstate.edu |
| Cunningham Memorial Library: | 812-237-2580 | ISU-ERM@mail.indstate.edu |
| Technology Support Center: | 812-237-2910 |
Contact Us
Molly Hare, Ph.D.
FCTE Director
Cunningham Memorial Library
Molly.Hare@indstate.edu
812-237-2688