Accessibility Tips: Converting Microsoft Word Files to PDF
In this article: * Tips for Converting a Microsoft Word File to PDF * New to Ally? Need some simple fixes to improve accessibility? The Office of Digital Learning has a collection of tips for making course content more accessible. See the full collection of accessibility guides . In this tip, we show you…
Cidi Labs Design PLUS: Building a course homepage
In this article: * Creating a Homepage * Selecting a Theme * Adding Banner Text * Add/Edit the Navigation Links * Making a Page the Front Page Using Cidi Labs DesignPLUS , you can create a custom Homepage for your Canvas course(s). Creating a course Homepage will allow you to provide your students with the t…
How to spot a phishing attempt
In this article: * Examples of Phishing Messages Example 1 - Simplistic Example 2 - Sophisticated * Clues to Identify Phishing * Ask for Help If someone ever asks you to verify your FSU username and password, please don't! Florida State University does not ask for your username and password via email, …
Web Conferencing Best Practices
In this article: * Before the Session Planning session materials and activities Setting up session parameters and functions * During the Session Recording sessions Using audio and video in the session Using text chat Using the whiteboard Using application/screen sharing Using poll…
Design PLUS: Getting started
In this article: * Import templates into your course from Canvas Commons Tips for editing imported DesignPLUS templates * Use FSU's institutional templates * Upgrade Existing Course Content to Be Compatible with DesignPLUS * Attending Additional Training for DesignPLUS CiDi Labs DesignPLUS provides a powe…
Incorporating emergency preparedness into your course design
In this article: * Proactive preparation before an emergency event 1. Incorporate ODL's FSU Emergency Module into your course 2. Create an asynchronous course module that can easily be deployed at any time * During an emergency closure * Response to an emergency event after it has passed 1…
Post-Emergency Course Recovery
In this article: * Resources for Making Up Class Time Online Tools and Resources ODL Media Studio Assistance Possible Walk-in Clinics Workshops and Consultations * Rescheduling Exams * Converting Your In-person Course to an Online-based Format Quickly The emergency has passed ... but now what? The resou…
How to prevent your Zoom class session being hijacked
In this article: * Before the Zoom meeting Communicate your expectations for Zoom meetings to students Configure your individual Zoom user settings Use the Canvas integration of Zoom for course meetings * During the Zoom meeting A. Immediately shut down your students' ability to screen-shar…
Canvas Consultation and Workshop Registration
In this article: * Canvas Consultations and Workshops Canvas Consultations and Workshops To register for a Consultation or Workshop with Canvas specialists here at the Office of Digital Learning (ODL), please visit our Consultation & Workshops page for more information about consultations, workshops, webinars…
Best Practices for Student Video Production
In this article: * Implementing Best Practices for Student Videos * Transferring Video Footage to Your Computer * Importing & Cutting Video Footage * Adding Text to Your Video * Exporting Your Final Video * Upload Your Video to Kaltura To simplify video editing, the Office of Digital Learning (ODL) has develop…
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