Video Backgrounds Available in Google Meet
As of mid-June 2021, we have the ability to use a video as a background in Google Meet. You can…
YouTube recently announced any Unlisted videos that were uploaded before January 1st, 2017 will have their visibility status set to…
This video demonstrates using the new layout coming to Google Meet by June 10, 2021. Here are some really helpful…
What are Lightboard Videos?
What is a Lightboard? A Lightboard is a device that allows an instructor the opportunity to record themselves teaching and…
Reflection and Salvage
A 45-minute talk this Friday afternoon (April 30), and a good read. Many in the GCC community are working out…
It’s Time for Students to “RSVP” for Class
Need a short and easy assignment that allows you to assess learning at multiple levels? Have students RSVP for class!…
Friends, Food, and Fun
Organizations seem to be managing the virtual conference. I think I have attended quite a variety of styles in the…
Canvas Assignment Submission Update
Canvas made an update to their system. When submitting an assignment, students used to select the ‘Submit Assignment’ button, now…
I’m Not Perfect, And I Don’t Need to Apologize for It
There is a beautiful children’s song by The Laurie Berkner Band called I’m Not Perfect. In one of the verses,…
Taking a Mid-Term Pulse in Your Online Class
When I began teaching online some years ago, I was stunned by the absence of in-the-moment feedback I was used to from my face-to-face students. A raised eyebrow letting me know there was doubt . . .
✨ Announcing: New Faculty Leaders! ✨
We are pleased to announce the following faculty have agreed to serve GCC in their respective roles starting in Fall…
Thanks to Our Fearless Faculty Leaders!
We want to thank Jennifer Lane, CTLE Faculty Director; Beth Eyres, eCourse Faculty Lead; and Chris Nielson, Faculty Developer, for…
Lights, Camera, Action… Assessment!
Have student learning assessment to do? Not sure how to do it? Not sure when to do it? During Lights,…
Take Your Own Advice
The weather is warming. The plants are budding. The birds are singing. The seasonal allergies are flaring. Yes indeed, all…
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic: Extending Grace to Students and Ourselves
I recently took part in the Lunch and Learn “Expecting the Unexpected” hosted by our CTLE and eCourses Committee. One…
