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In Episode #77 we discuss preparation for the Fall semester including several upgrades to systems including WordPress, Zimbra, Moodle and Smart Classrooms. In tech news we talk about ideas for using Pinterest in education and Google Play’s new textbook offerings.
GETTING THE PODCAST
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ITS NEWS
- Upgraded Smart classrooms coming online
- Oechsle, Van WIckle, Kunkle
- http://its.lafayette.edu/facilities/classrooms/
- Moodle Upgrades
- New icons, addition of group assignment features, speed dater, and the roster report
- WordPress Upgrades
- Seven new themes, LaTex support, and improved media handling
- Zimbra Upgrades
- New Lafayette theme
TECH NEWS
- A teacher’s guide to Pinterest
- Textbooks on Google Play
- Google Chromecast
- Wireless video dongle that streams Netflix and YouTube to your TV using Android or iOS tablets as remotes for $35
- http://www.google.com/intl/en/chrome/devices/chromecast
HELP NEWS
- Device Registration form change
- Student Move-In weekend IT support
- Skillman 105 on Saturday and Sunday from 12-4pm
- Current workshops: Qualtrics, Custom class sessions
- iTunesU is retired
CONTACTING THE SHOW
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