Author: Caitlin
MSU IT is committed to providing no-cost training about collaborative tools to all students, faculty, and staff. Check out the following courses available in March and visit SpartansLearn for more information and to register.
Featured Course of the Month
Zoom – Meetings
Tuesday, March 18, 1:00 p.m.
Unlock the full potential of Zoom and revolutionize your virtual meetings. Read Full Article →
MSU IT Educational Technology resources for March
In support of creating inclusive educational experiences that engage all students, MSU IT Educational Technology is offering resources in March that highlight accessibility and rich discussions. Visit theEducational Technology events calendar to find and register for all learning sessions.
Enhancing Student Engagement with Online Discussions: D2L Brightspace, Packback, and Piazza
Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 2:00pm – 3:00pm, Virtual
Elevate student engagement in online environments by joining this session to explore D2L Brightspace Discussions, Packback, and Piazza. Read Full Article →
Check out February’s courses available at no cost to all students, faculty, and staff. Visit SpartansLearn for more information and to register.
Featured Course of the MonthMicrosoft Forms – Creating Forms and Surveys
Wednesday, February 19, 9:00 a.m.
Looking to gather valuable insights from your classmates, students, or coworkers? Forms are your go-to tool! Read Full Article →
Technology Tips
At MSU IT, we strive to make your tech life easier. Whether you’ve forgotten your password, need help finding information, or want to secure your account, we’ve got you covered with our easy-to-follow guides. Check out the details below to get started!
Password Reset
Oops, forgot your password? No problem! Read Full Article →
A new opportunity for Spartan educators in support of student success is available with the Certification Pathways D2L Brightspace course. This no-cost professional development opportunity is tailored for MSU faculty and academic staff, offering workshops to enhance pedagogical skills, explore best practices, and integrate technology into teaching.
Self-enroll for the Certification Pathways today! Read Full Article →
Check out January’s courses available at no cost to all students, faculty, and staff. Visit SpartansLearn for more information and to register.
Featured Course of the MonthMicrosoft Teams – Getting Started
Monday, January 13, 1:30 p.m.
Teams is one of the best tools at MSU for effective communication and collaboration. Read Full Article →
Technology plays an important role in your Spartan experience, and MSU IT is here to support your success on campus and beyond. We want to make sure you are aware of the services and resources we provide for the MSU community whether you’re a student, faculty, or staff member. Read Full Article →
The Educator Developers Network (EDN) was created to empower campus instructors with innovative teaching tools, foster collaboration, and enhance the overall educational experience. In 2025, EDN will be transitioning to a quarterly meeting format to better serve its members. This change will ensure that each meeting provides valuable and engaging content and will allow for more comprehensive updates and richer discussions on Ed Tech topics. Read Full Article →
Based on feedback from our monthly workshops, we have developed an ongoing series of brief 5-minute videos to help you with D2L Brightspace and other educational technology tools.
End-of-Semester 5-Minute VideosUpload Grades to D2L from a Spreadsheet
Use an exported CSV file from the grade book to manually upload grades to D2L. Read Full Article →
November offers educators a variety of learning opportunities about creating effective assessments with campus tools and mastering iClicker. Find and register for all learning sessions on the Educational Technology events calendar.
Creating Effective Assessment with Campus Tools
November 12, 2024, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Virtual
Presented in collaboration with the Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation (CTLI)
This session covers the variety of assessment technologies available at MSU, highlighting how each can enhance student learning and evaluation. Read Full Article →
