Articles from February 2025
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Introducing Anthology Ally: An ICON Course Accessibility Tool
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Anthology Ally is a game changer for enhancing accessibility in ICON courses by providing instructors with real-time feedback and actionable insights on the accessibility of ICON content. OTLT will add Anthology Ally to all ICON courses in early April; watch for the Ally indicators—red, orange, light green, and dark green gauges.
ITTA Funds Projects to Improve Student Learning Using Technology
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
This year's Innovations in Teaching with Technology Awards (ITTA) recipients are exploring a range of opportunities, including replicating complex joints, using AI to support personalized feedback, mimicking the progression of dental cavities, and developing a simulation for future teachers.
Empowering Students with Elements of Success
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
By providing real-time feedback and actionable insights, Elements of Success (EoS) empowers students to take control of their educational journey and achieve their goals. Learn what students are saying about EoS and how instructors can incorporate best practices to maximize its impact.
Khanmigo: Your New AI Teaching Assistant
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
We are excited to introduce Khanmigo, an AI-powered teaching assistant that integrates seamlessly with Canvas and offers 23 AI tools designed to support various teaching and learning activities. This spring, instructors can participate in a pilot program to experience how Khanmigo can enhance their teaching.
Hear Students' Thoughts on Tech at Feb. 14 Panel
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Join the Academic Technology Advisory Council for this year’s Student Technology Panel from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, in University Capitol Centre 2520D or on Zoom. Eight to ten students will share how they use technology to learn, engage with course materials, and connect with their instructors and peers.
Research Panel Event: Students’ Use (and Misuse) of Generative AI Tools in the Classroom
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
OTLT partnered with 10 UI faculty to research how students use AI tools and their impact on learning. Learn key findings, including students' preferences for course guidance and policies, and take away practical strategies for leveraging AI tools to enhance teaching and learning. Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in University Capitol Centre 2520D.