Tag: D2L
Find out what’s new in D2L version 10.6 for instructors
MSU recently upgraded D2L to version 10.6.3 with some exciting new features.
Top 10 New D2L FeaturesBelow are the top 10 new or improved items and tips for instructors to check out. See the resource links at the bottom for more documentation, videos, and release notes.
1. Awards toolThe Awards tool enables instructors to issue badges and certificates which can also be based on release conditions. Read Full Article →
Brown Bag: Groups in D2L: Creating ad-hoc D2L Groups During Class, Submitting Photos of Group Work, and Grading Groups using Rubrics
- Jon Stoltzfus, College of Natural Science
- Terri McElhinny, College of Natural Science
We leverage D2L features to facilitate group work in large-enrollment lecture courses. D2L’s grouping, dropbox, and rubric features simplify the logistical challenges inherent with collecting and evaluating work from hundreds of students. These features allow informal groups that are formed at the start of a class meeting to work cooperatively during class and upload their final product, whether it by text and/or drawings, to D2L at the end of class. Read Full Article →
Technology Orientation for New Faculty
An Introduction to MSU’s Libraries & MSU Information Technology Resources
Join Libraries & IT Services staff for hands-on introduction to technology resources available for Michigan State University faculty.
Do you have questions about…
- Electronic resources available to MSU faculty?
- Where to get help and support for technology on campus?
- What library programs and other tools for research and teaching are offered?
Technology Orientation for New Faculty
An Introduction to MSU’s Libraries & MSU Information Technology Resources
Join Libraries & IT Services staff for hands-on introduction to technology resources available for Michigan State University faculty.
Do you have questions about…
- Electronic resources available to MSU faculty?
- Where to get help and support for technology on campus?
- What library programs and other tools for research and teaching are offered?
Check out MSU tech tips, resources for students
MSU IT welcomes you! We know getting into the school mode can be stressful when you are juggling responsibilities, meeting deadlines, and studying for hours. We want to see you succeed and part of that success depends on knowing the tools and resources available to you.
Below you will find a list of resources you can pull from to make the 2016-2017 academic year a success! Read Full Article →
Technology Orientation for New Faculty
An Introduction to MSU’s Libraries & MSU Information Technology Resources
Join Library & IT staff for hands-on introduction to technology resources available for Michigan State University faculty.
Do you have questions about…
- Electronic resources available to MSU faculty?
- Where to get help and support for technology on campus?
- What library programs and other tools for research and teaching are offered?
Check out tips on D2L course cleanup and finding missing files
New features in MSU D2L version 10.5 allow for easy cleanup of courses that are carrying extra baggage from previous course conversions or years of accumulating unused files.
The process listed below copies all associated files from content and activities, such as quizzes, leaving behind any lingering files not actually used in the course. Read Full Article →
D2L self-directed training updated for instructors and students
The D2L Brightspace online training courses have recently been updated. All training videos and links to documentation now reflect D2L Version 10.5 materials. (Learn more about What’s New in D2L 10.5).
These self-directed training courses are a great resource for learning how to use MSU’s supported D2L course management system. Read Full Article →
Learn ways faculty, students can use the D2L mobile app in courses
In December, MSU upgraded to D2L 10.5, which offers expanded functionality and user experience upgrades.
One of the new features available is Brightspace Pulse, a mobile app that can help students see what is coming up in their courses and manage their time and efforts accordingly. The Pulse app is supported on Android and iOS. Read Full Article →
New MSU D2L features planned before spring 2016 semester
MSU IT is upgrading the D2L Learning Management System to version 10.5.2 before the spring 2016 semester.
Instructors who want to preview the new version before planning spring semester classes can visit the D2L Sandbox site.
New featuresThis upgrade will offer new features, some of which include:
- Improved quiz statistics
- A HTML 5 media player that makes it easier to insert and play back audio and video
- More course group self enrollment options
Read “What’s New in D2L 10.5 for Instructors? Read Full Article →
