Author: Tim Stubbs

Tips for Conducting Online / Remote Synchronous Sessions

Overview

Last Revised 04/23/25 by TJS

Overview

Woman sitting on bench watching an instructor write on a whiteboard.

Conducting remote live, remote, synchronous class sessions using video conference software -- such as WebEx, Teams, or Collaborate Ultra -- can be a daunting task (Boland & Major, 2021). Below are some tips and strategies for designing and facilitating online synchronous sessions, specifically in Online Synchronous (OS), Online Blended (OB), and In-Person Remote (PR) course modalities.

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eCampus Accessibility Checklist and Guide

Last revised on 5/21/2025 by KK.

Overview

This post provides a guide to implementing the eCampus Accessibility Checklist, including disabilities and common barriers, accessibility frameworks, rationale for accessibility standards, and resources for implementation.

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An Overview of Perusall

Last revised: 12/6/2023 by TJS

Overview

Perusall is a free “social annotation” tool that helps students engage with course material in class groups. When integrated with HuskyCT, instructors can create reading or viewing assignments in which students create & share their own annotations and respond to each other’s comments & questions. Perusall informs instructors of the concepts that generate the most student questions & discussion, and Perusall can assist instructors score assignments quickly and efficiently. Perusall also reminds students of incomplete assignments, prompting higher rates of completion and preparedness.

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