Technology

Using Canvas to Teach and Learn

online class homework
"Homework" by Matt Gibson | CC BY-NC 2.0

Tues., July 10, 2018, by Dr. Tawnya Means

As a instructor, you will need to learn how to use Canvas (UNL's learning management system) to communicate with your students and as a teaching tool. Read on to learn more about Canvas and how to use it effectively whether you teach online or face-to-face.

Take Note: Technology in the Classroom

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"Overhead" by flickr/Stephen Coles | CC BY-NC-SA 2.0

Tues., Nov. 11, 2014

Laptops are a common sight in classrooms. They’re the go-to note-taking tool for many students. But while it’s faster to type a sentence than write it out by hand, does taking notes on the laptop promote learning?

Using MyPlan

MyPLAN (My Personal Learning and Advising Network) is a campus-wide platform used for tracking student progress and facilitating student-instructor interactions at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Cultivating An Online Presence

Chances are you already have personal profiles with social media websites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.