MSU IT Educational Technology resources for March

MSU IT Educational Technology is highlighting top D2L Brightspace resources, designed to empower instructors and enhance your courses for March.

5-Minute Educational Technology Tips

Discover our series of 5-minute videos, designed to make mastering MSU learning tools easy. This month, learn how to make extra credit items in D2L, and upload videos to Mediaspace.

March Workshops

Access for All: A Checklist for a More Inclusive World  

Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Make your materials accessible to all and demonstrate your commitment to inclusivity. Our accessibility checklist and tutorials offer essential tools for improving the usability of your digital content.

Equity in Evaluation: Building Accessible Assessment Questions  

Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Discover effective ways to create accessible and inclusive online assessments using clear language and thoughtful formatting. Learn to utilize tools like Gradescope, Crowdmark, iClicker, and D2L Brightspace to reach all learners.

Barrier Free Data Sets: Creating Accessible Excel Worksheets  

Date: Friday, March 13, 2026

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Accessible Excel documents ensure everyone, including those with disabilities, can understand and use your data. This training will teach you essential accessibility techniques—such as adding alt text, designing clear cell structures, and meeting color contrast standards so your spreadsheets are inclusive and user-friendly.

May Sessions  

Elevate your teaching with our engaging May virtual sessions! Discover practical strategies for mastering D2L Brightspace, streamlining your gradebook, crafting interactive quizzes, and designing assessments that truly measure student success. Plus, unlock the secrets to accessible captioning, PDF optimization, and much more. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your classroom experience! Register on the Educational Technology Events Calendar.