by Trevor Johnson-Steigelman | Feb 26, 2021 | SUNY, Teaching Online, Uncategorized
SUNY Online Teaching recognized me today as a SUNY Online Teaching Ambassador. The introduction occurred at the SUNY Online Summit. To be nominated, one must be considered “Exemplary online SUNY educators, who are enthusiastic and effective in online teaching, and who...
by Trevor Johnson-Steigelman | Mar 28, 2020 | Exams, Teaching Online
Online Exams are Open Book Unless you are using (somewhat Orwellian) systems like HonorLock or a similar online proctoring system, your online exams are essentially open book exams. It is hard to make sure that students aren’t referencing their books or notes....
by Trevor Johnson-Steigelman | Mar 27, 2020 | Teaching Online
Collaborate is a virtual meeting space available in Blackboard. The video below shows you how to add a Collaborate room to your course. Please be aware that every institution has different implementations of Blackboard. The steps below might be slightly (or majorly)...
by Trevor Johnson-Steigelman | Mar 27, 2020 | Exams, Teaching Online
Timed Exams It is okay to give your students timed exams in online classes. Make sure to give ample time. If you have taught the course in person, you should probably give online students about the same amount of time to take the exam. Remember, an online...
by Trevor Johnson-Steigelman | Mar 24, 2020 | Exams, Teaching Online
Now that you are teaching your course online, when should you give an online exam? Every class is different, but here’s a system that I have found to be useful. Give an online exam on Sunday and Monday. During “normal” conditions, I like to make the exam...