Technology-Assisted Teaching

Which technologies can I expect to find in a classroom with installed technology? To see a list of the hardware available, go Classroom Computers Web site.

Who can show me how to use the technology installed in the classroom? You may call the Classroom Support Hotline (at the Help Desk) at (260) 481-6969 to arrange a day and time for training.

Who do I call if I have a problem with technology I am using in the classroom? If you are in a classroom with a touch screen display on the podium, press the Help button and a technician will come to your aid. If the classroom does not have a touch screen, or if you have a problem with a computer or projector on a cart, call the Classroom Support Hotline at (260) 481-6969. You may call (260) 481-6030 as an alternate. 

Which classrooms have or do not have installed technology? Classrooms with technology installed are listed on the Facilities Web site.

How do I get computers, projectors, and other audio visual technologies brought to the classroom? For classrooms without installed technology, call (260) 481-6519 in SB G43 to arrange for equipment delivery to your classroom. If you use the site's online reservation form, your request will be processed the next business day in the order received. You may make “standing requests” for a semester. The site also has details on what equipment is available.

How can I best use an iPad or other mobile device to support teaching in the classroom? For technical support refer to the Mobile Device section of the Hardware portion of the Information Technology (IT) Services Knowledge Base or call the Help Desk at (260) 481-6030. To see ideas from colleagues here and elsewhere visit the "App-Ed" page on the Helmke Library Subject Guides Web site or stop by the #mobileEDU site. To discuss your ideas with a CELT consultant, complete a Design & Technology Consultation request. iPad training is available from ITS.

How do I record my lectures for students to view online? Using the Indiana University Purdue University-Fort Wayne (IPFW), licensed Tegrity software, you can record and distribute classroom lectures for your students to view online. Insturctors and students can access Tegrity and can also see a demonstration of this software. For more information, contact Mike Phillips, Media Services Technologist, at (260) 481-0209. To make your video available for streaming, use the IPFW Media Vault. Instructions for uploading a video to the Media Vault can be found in the ITS Knowledge Base.

Where can I get a camera for classroom recording? Faculty can borrow digital video cameras for classroom recordings from Audio Visual Technology Services (AVTS). In most cases you must provide your own operator and media. Students may borrow video equipment to use in curriculum-related projects from Studio M in Walb 220, or by calling (260) 481-0114.

How can I prepare video segments from a DVD to be viewed online? If you have a video or DVD that you would like to make available to your students via streaming, please call (260) 481-6354 to schedule an appointment with a CELT consultant who can walk you through the process, or complete the online request form.

Where can I scan a document or image for use in a classroom? There are two self-serve flatbed scanners available on a first-come, first serve basis at the Instructional Technology Services (ITS) Helpdesk in KT 206. Also available is a DVD/CD-ROM duplicator." Faculty and staff who are working on instructional or research projects may use Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT)'s self-serve flatbed, document, and slide-scanner by makin an online request. Training and assistance is available from CELT. Student Labs also have Scanners.

Who do I call to schedule a computer lab for teaching my class? To schedule a teaching lab, call the Registrar’s office at (260) 481-6123 or complete an online Room Reservation Request. For a description of the teaching labs, go to Teaching Labs. Please be aware that the use of Neff B73 requires a special instructor's username and password which is provided by the Registrar's Office when scheduling the room.

Can I schedule a lab with Apple Macintosh computers for teaching my class? To schedule NF B73, which features high end Apple Macintosh computers, call Natalie Dilling in the Registrar’s office at (260) 481-6123.

Who do I call when there are technology problems in the lab where I am teaching? If you have problems when you are using the Neff computer classrooms, contact the Help Desk (260) 481-6030 or the student consultant in Neff B71 (260) 481-5431, if on duty during your class. Please be aware that student consultants may not be on duty during the first week of classes.

Where can I learn about communication options available at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne?

• Go to the Information Technology Service (ITS) - E-mail web page for information about e-mail, listserv and other options.
• For information about sending e-mail from Blackboard. For information about using messages in Blackboard.
• For information about using the IPFW phone system, call Janet Niswonger at (260) 481-6407.

How can I get help in using communications technologies? If the documentation available does not help, contact the Help Desk by e-mail, call at (260) 481-6030, or stop by Kettler Hall 206.

How can I create and administer an online survey? Go to Survey Tools for more information about using the Qualtrics system. You will need to know your Purdue Career Account username and password, which you can get from a Help Desk consultant. ITS offers training in Qualtrics.

How do I decide what is best for teaching my course? Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) consultants are happy to discuss with you options that will best match your objectives, and if you wish, can help you implement the communications tool or tools that you choose. Call CELT at (260) 481-6354 or complete an online request form for Technology Consulting.

How can I digitize my 35mm slides? Complete an online request form for Design & Technology Consultation on the Center for Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) Request for Services page.

How do I get my VHS tapes on to DVD? Call CELT at (260) 481-6368 to discuss your needs.

How do I find out which copywright laws apply to the multimedia materials that I use in my course? See this review of Indiana University Purdue Univeristy-Fort Wayne (IPFW) policies with regard to Fair Use and the TEACH Act. You may also contact the IPFW Copyright Liaison, who can answer any questions you have. It is the reponsibility of the individual faculty member to verify compliance with Fair Use or the TEACH Act.

How do I learn to produce multimedia? Learn to use multimedia software at an Information Technology (IT) Services workshop. Call CELT at (260) 481-6368 for assistance in planning your production.

Which multimedia software applications are available? For a list, go to the IT Services Graphics and Multimedia page. See also the Studio M software list, the list of Software and Applications, and iPad App resources on the Helmke Library Guide, "App-Ed."

How do I get a film or video to use in my teaching? See Teaching with Technology, Using Video tab on the CELT Web site for instructions on borrowing videos from the library.

How do I get a film or video available for my online course? Call CELT at (260) 481-6368 to discuss your needs. Please allow several weeks advance notice.

Can I get an entire film or video available over the internet for my face-to-face course? In most cases, the answer is no. You should call CELT at (260) 481-6368 to discuss your needs.

Where can my students do assignments that require creating multimedia? Call Studio M at (260) 481-0114 or e-mail the Coordinator. Go to Studio M for a description of the equipment and services available.

Where do I go to get pencil and paper-based tests scored? Test scoring and data analysis services are available at the Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) office located in Kettler Hall, room 234. Self-service Scantron machines are available in various buildings throughout campus. Go to Test Scoring for more information.

How can I administer tests online? To learn about the different software applications you might use, contact an Academic Technology consultant. Find contact information at User Technology Support.

How do I prevent cheating in online courses? Go to CELT's Online Teaching page, or contact CELT at (260) 481-6354 to arrange an appointment with a consultant, you may also complete an online request for for Design & Technology Consulting. Information on using SafeAssign, a plagiarism detection software application is available on the Teaching with Technology Web site.

How do I arrange for students to take a proctored exam in a distance course? Go to Quick Tips for DCS Instructors at Proctored Testing for more information.

How do I report my final grades? You will use OASIS to report all final grades. Go to myIPFW and use your login to go to the myIPFW “portal." Click on the Faculty/Advisor tab. In the upper left portion of the screen you will see a box, entitled Faculty Grade Assignment. A list of courses will appear there toward the end of the semester.

What software can I use to compute grades? Information Technology (IT) Services Web Training offers instruction in Excel spreadsheet software. Training is also available using the Blackboard Grading Form and the Grade Center

What are my options in grading assignments electronically? Choose a method that meets your need with the help of Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT) consultant. Call (260) 481-6354 to schedule an appointment or complete an online request form for Design & Technology Consulting.

How do I find out who is “officially” in my class? Go to myIPFW and use your login to go to the myIPFW “portal”. Click on the Faculty/Advisor tab, and then click on the “Online access to Student Information System” link in the Oasis-Banner box in the upper right corner of the display of portal contents.