Ed Tech in HE Reflections

Echo360 is the lecture capture platform used at Coastal Carolina University. Echo is a fantastic system that captures class lectures and allows faculty to create personal lecture captures from their computers and mobile devices. Echo360 brings a high level of engagement to the online learning environment. From recording lectures for students to review, to using the advance features that promote active learning. These advanced features allow for students to respond directly to the classroom presentations and videos. Instructors have the options to choose from multiple question types to embed throughout the presentations, allowing students to answer at that moment. Students are able to take digital notes throughout the video/presentations which allows for them to go back search based on their own words. Echo 360 is also mobile compatible. Students can view the presentations, respond to polls, ask questions, and discuss content from their mobile device. "Echo360 supports more way

Respondus Logo Learning at a distance has so many positives for students as well as faculty, including but certainly not limited to: Convenience & Flexibility Cost-savings (due to saving $ driving, parking, etc.) Independence of learning approach Material review--the ability to review materials as often as needed to enhance knowledge and retention of materials Assessments of students taking courses online or through hybrid (50-99% online) range widely, sometimes including more traditional assessments such as quantitative and/or qualitative examinations, and sometimes having more project-focused, problem-based learning techniques. For quantitative and qualitative examinations, concerns arise broadly from faculty, administrators--and yes, even students!--regarding the potential for cheating. Some questions I've heard: How do I know it's even my student taking the exam? This is supposed to be closed book! How do I make sure the students are using outside r

Pinterest is typically an overlooked Social Media platform. However, statistically, Pinterest currently has more adult users than Twitter. Pinterest is a fantastic source of creativity for both teachers and students. It is great for all kinds of collaborative and personal projects. Lets take a look at the many ways we see students using Pinterest! 1. Research & Group Projects Students are able to easily search for resources, videos, and images in their topic area. Students can pin and share ideas with their classmates and instructors. Once students are ready to put their project or paper together, everything they need is organized on their Pinterest board.  2. Digital Student Profiles Students can create a portfolio board at the beginning of a new semester and can pin assignments, articles, images, etc. throughout the semester ot their portfolio board. Instructors can also create a class portfolio to pin student work as a way to highlight great student work.