Academic Technology Solutions (ATS) Blog
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Introducing the Student Assignment Enhancements Feature
As of December 21, 2020, Canvas’ Student Assignment Enhancements Feature has been turned on. The new feature improves interface and submission workflow for students. It does not affect the instructor's view of assignments. The new interface makes it easier for...
Introducing the New Canvas Rich Content Editor (RCE)
On December 21, 2020, Canvas introduced the New Rich Content Editor (New RCE), which aims to provide a condensed, more intuitive and user-friendly toolbar that is grouped by common icons and interactions. The New Rich Content Editor will be enabled for all...

UChicago vLab Transitions to RemoteApp
The UChicago vLab is transitioning to the Microsoft RemoteApp service as of December 30, 2020. RemoteApp is a virtual application solution that allows users to run Windows-based applications regardless of the operating system they are using. With RemoteApp, users can...

Panopto’s Winter Service Updates, Dec. 19, 2020
In Panopto’s latest release, they have added new features and functionality for users. We have highlighted the relevant updates below, along with links to more information, where available. Please remember to download the latest version of the desktop capture...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 11
Workshops You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 11 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, Panopto, and Hypothes.is for remote and hybrid teaching. Effective Use of Discussion Boards and Course Blogs: Monday Dec. 7, 10:00-11:30 A.M. Full...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 8
You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 8 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, and Panopto for remote and hybrid teaching. Beyond Essays and Exams: Assessment and Assignment Options: Monday Nov. 16, 10:00-11:30 A.M. Full information and...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 7
You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 7 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, and Panopto for remote and hybrid teaching. Managing Student Interactions in Zoom: Monday Nov. 9, 3:00-3:45 P.M. Full information and register Scheduling...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 6
You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 6 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, and Panopto for remote and hybrid teaching. Engaging Students in Remote and Hybrid Teaching: Monday Nov. 2, 10:00-11:30 A.M. Full information and register...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 5
You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 5 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, and Panopto for remote and hybrid teaching. Scheduling Office Hours in Canvas: Monday Oct. 26, 1:30-2:00 P.M. Full information and register Introduction to...

Training Offerings in Autumn Quarter Week 4
Photo by Unsplash on Unsplash You can choose from a variety of workshops in Week 4 of Autumn Quarter to learn more about Canvas, Zoom, and Panopto for remote and hybrid teaching. Effective Use of Discussion Boards and Course Blogs: Monday Oct. 19, 12:00-12:30 P.M....