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Changes in MyCourses text editor Panopto button behaviour
The text editor in MyCourses has undergone an update in relation to the Panopto button functionality. Users should note that the previously embedded video button has been removed from the editor
“Where has it gone?” – Elements of the new MyCourses user interface
As the summer of 2023 is fading further away from our minds, and we return to digital tools, like MyCourses, to continue our teaching tasks, you might feel distracted and confused this time. Has
Feedback culture tip 2: Improve participation in end-of-course survey in MyCourses
Have you considered how you can boost participation in the end-of-course survey among students? As a teacher, your role is vitally important in inspiring active engagement. By
Feedback culture tip 1: Boost interaction with mid-course feedback!
Have you considered the powerful impact mid-course feedback can have on fostering engagement and interaction during a course? The idea may seem strange at first because the
Introducing the Zoom Cloud Recording integration with Panopto
Do you frequently share your recorded Zoom lectures on MyCourses? We’re excited to announce a more convenient and efficient way to record and share your Zoom lectures with the new Zoom-Panopto
Aalto Teachers’ Dialogue – a collaborative and consultative platform
Teachers’ Dialogue is a collaborative and consultative forum at Aalto University, uniting teachers to discuss topical themes, as well as developing teaching and learning services. This informal, sociable, and inclusive event
Open Educational Resources for Learning about AI
Authors: Jaana Brinck, Luis Costa and Suvi Toivonen
With the increase in the use of Artificial intelligence (AI), the need for learning about AI—what it is and what can
Best Grading Practices using MyCourses
From a student’s viewpoint, a well-structured and transparent grading system plays an important role in shaping their perception of the assessment’s clarity and fairness in evaluating their achievements. Additionally, from a
A new student video assignment tool in MyCourses
Image created with Midjourney and edited with Photoshop by author Video assignments provide a versatile and effective tool for teaching and learning, offering benefits in terms of engagement and active learning
Tips for teachers to check on their MyCourses spaces when creating a new course
MyCourses has been updated again during summer break and like every year, there are changes. We have listed some things that are good to check when you are creating a new
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Changes in MyCourses text editor Panopto button behaviour
The text editor in MyCourses has undergone an update in relation to the Panopto button functionality. Users should note that the previously embedded video button has been removed from the editor |
“Where has it gone?” – Elements of the new MyCourses user interface
As the summer of 2023 is fading further away from our minds, and we return to digital tools, like MyCourses, to continue our teaching tasks, you might feel distracted and confused this time. Has |
Feedback culture tip 2: Improve participation in end-of-course survey in MyCourses
Have you considered how you can boost participation in the end-of-course survey among students? As a teacher, your role is vitally important in inspiring active engagement. By |
Feedback culture tip 1: Boost interaction with mid-course feedback!
Have you considered the powerful impact mid-course feedback can have on fostering engagement and interaction during a course? The idea may seem strange at first because the |
Introducing the Zoom Cloud Recording integration with Panopto
Do you frequently share your recorded Zoom lectures on MyCourses? We’re excited to announce a more convenient and efficient way to record and share your Zoom lectures with the new Zoom-Panopto |
Aalto Teachers’ Dialogue – a collaborative and consultative platform
Teachers’ Dialogue is a collaborative and consultative forum at Aalto University, uniting teachers to discuss topical themes, as well as developing teaching and learning services. This informal, sociable, and inclusive event |
Open Educational Resources for Learning about AI
Authors: Jaana Brinck, Luis Costa and Suvi Toivonen With the increase in the use of Artificial intelligence (AI), the need for learning about AI—what it is and what can |
Best Grading Practices using MyCourses
From a student’s viewpoint, a well-structured and transparent grading system plays an important role in shaping their perception of the assessment’s clarity and fairness in evaluating their achievements. Additionally, from a |
A new student video assignment tool in MyCourses
Image created with Midjourney and edited with Photoshop by author Video assignments provide a versatile and effective tool for teaching and learning, offering benefits in terms of engagement and active learning |
Tips for teachers to check on their MyCourses spaces when creating a new course
MyCourses has been updated again during summer break and like every year, there are changes. We have listed some things that are good to check when you are creating a new |