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Technology Resources for Remote Instruction<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

Learn about remote assessments, software for research and teaching, resources for developing online courses, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Jump to:<\/strong> Learning systems<\/a> Web conferencing<\/a> Assessments<\/a> Software<\/a> Help<\/a><\/p>\n

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Key tips for remote instruction<\/h2>\n

View this\u00a0quick start guide<\/a>\u00a0for transitioning to remote instruction.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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Keep up to date with the evolving guidance on remote instruction from your department and the university.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Consider all the ways you\u2019ll need to communicate with students and choose the right software.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Adjust your course syllabus and schedule as necessary to create realistic goals for remote learning.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Consider the technology needs of students as they transition to remote learning, and utilize existing university tools like your learning management system.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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\n Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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If you would like to use Canvas to communicate with your students, record videos and presentations, or have online web conferencing, please visit these helpful links.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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<\/i>\u00a0Creating a course site<\/a>
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Web conferencing and collaboration<\/h2>\n \n
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The university recommends that faculty use the learning management systems for remote instruction, but these resources are available.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Microsoft Teams <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Teams enables groups to work together through a common workspace.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Webex <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Participate in virtual meetings securely from anywhere.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Zoom <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Host online meetings and events with the tools available from Zoom.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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Take part in real-time meetings in a tool that’s part of ScarletApps.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Remote exams and assessments<\/h2>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n
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Guidance and resources for instructors and professors planning how to assess students remotely.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Alternatives to proctored exams <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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View this list of options to proctored exams, such as several smaller quizzes, open-book exams, and formal presentations.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Accessing software<\/h2>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n Virtual computer lab <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Get remote access to computer lab software whenever you want it by using the virtual computer lab.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Software Portal <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Rutgers provides access to Microsoft Office, antivirus software, Qualtrics, and more for free.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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More remote instruction essentials and resources<\/h2>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n Accessibility <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Resources to help ensure that all material is accessible to everyone.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Email students with Banner (Rutgers Health) <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Banner<\/a> is the electronic grading and information system for Rutgers Health. Learn how to email students with Banner.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Get instructions<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Export class roster with REGIS <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Use the Rutgers Electronic Grading and Information System (REGIS)<\/a> to manage grades and export your class roster.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Get instructions<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Rutgers mass-mailing system <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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The Rutgers Automated Mass-mailing System (RAMS) can automatically create an email list with all your students.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n See more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Tips and tools for editing video <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Determine which video editor might be right for you.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n View options<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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\n Camden <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Phone: 856-225-6090<\/p>\n

Email:\u00a0idt@camden.rutgers.edu<\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Go to website<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Newark <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Phone: 973-353-1713<\/p>\n

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\n New Brunswick and Rutgers Health <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n \n\n
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Phone: 848-932-4702<\/p>\n

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Getting tech help<\/h2>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n OIT Help Desk <\/h3>\n <\/div>\n \n
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Not sure where to go for support? Feel free to contact the OIT Help Desk for help with IT services or assistance finding your local support staff.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Contact us<\/a>\n <\/div>\n

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You should direct your requests for\u00a0assistance\u00a0to the group who normally provides this type of support for you.\u00a0Find your IT support team to help with any tech issues.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n Find help<\/a>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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