Teaching and Technology
Summary
When used effectively, technology can be an invaluable tool in the classroom; it diversifies your course content, as well as how you present material to students. Moreover, technology creates opportunities for effective and productive communication both in and outside the classroom. The resources and strategies offered here will help you effectively incorporate technology into your teaching practices.
This toolkit provides essential resources to help you thoughtfully integrate technology into your courses, from everyday multimedia and Canvas to the emerging landscape of Artificial Intelligence.
- Teaching with Technology: Learn to use valuable classroom tools like multimedia, digital recording, and student response systems (iClicker) to diversify your teaching and enhance communication.
- Recording Classes: Find best practices and technical guidance for recording your class sessions, whether for screen captures, lectures, or creating asynchronous content for students.
- Designing for Access: Ensure your technology choices are inclusive. Learn how to proactively design your digital course materials and activities to be accessible to all students.
- Online Classes: Discover strategies for building an engaging and effective online course, focusing on intentional communication, meaningful discussions, and clear navigation of course materials.
- AI Teaching Resources: Navigate the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence in education. Explore our dynamic AI Resource page for the latest insights, strategies, and tools for your classroom.
- Canvas Resources for Instructors: Get the most out of KU's learning management system. Find tutorials, tips, and support for using Canvas effectively to manage and deliver your course content.