Information Technology News
Ask ALAL stands for Atomic Learning, our online resource for software training. Atomic Learning provides a large, online library of short, easy-to-understand tutorials. AL’s innovative approach to software training focuses on answering common questions encountered when learning and using software. Log in to AL via our portal at https://my.mc3.edu |
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We've got Clickers!Clickers, also known as Classroom Performance Systems, or CPS, are wireless remote control units that transmit and record student responses to questions. The system promotes active participation and provides the instructor with immediate feedback from all of the students- not just the one who raises their hand! Clickers are available for a one week loan by contacting instructional technology at training@mc3.edu. Training is available one-on-one or in workshops. |
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WebAdvisor Alert
Important tip about the new version of WebAdvisor: The WebAdvisor login window no longer "pops-up" automatically when clicking on a menu item. You must click on the "Please Log In" link that now appears on every WebAdvisor initial menu screen. You will see none of your secure menu options (such as grading or class roster) until you log into WebAdvisor. Once you log into to the new version of WebAdvisor, everything is functionally the same even though it may look different.
Workshops
Look for lots of workshops on Blackboard and Smartboard to get you started and a variety of new subjects as the semester continues. Throughout the semester we offer workshops on using the Gradebook, Discussion Boards, Wiki’s, Blogs and more. We are also scheduling evening workshops for your convenience. See the CTL schedule for more information and to register: http://www.mc3.edu/aa/ctl/sch.htm
Smartnotebook upgrade to 9.5 – expanded gallery that includes 6100 learning objects and several hundred images. There are also audio, video, Flash objects, and Notebook lesson activities. If you need help or more information, contact instructional technology. |
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New at the Help Desk – we are using a new system to track and answer your calls, called Trackit. Don’t forget the first place to call if you have a technology problem is the Help Desk at 215-641-6495.
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WirelessWe have expanded coverage and made changes to access. See www.mc3.edu/wireless for more information. Lab upgradesThis summer we upgraded the PC’s and monitors in the 202 house, S102, and P329. All have 19" monitors with the USB port easily accessible right on the monitor. The 202 house and S102 PC’s also have DVD writers. The “art row” in the LAL match the computers in 202 and S102. We have upgraded 41 Projectors in classrooms. |
Information Display System
Two new 50" plasma monitors for the Information Display System at Central and 16 High St lobby have been installed. All IDS monitors in Parkhouse were upgraded to 42" plasma monitors, with College Hall, Science Center, and College Drive replacement underway.
