Happy Holidays from Academic Technology! As we wrap up 2024 and gear up for a productive Spring 2025, we hope these resources inspire and support your teaching.

Start with our Spring Packet, a curated guide featuring tools, workshops, and resources to save time and help you get a head start on Spring 2025. Explore opportunities to collaborate through the Library’s AI Research Assistant UX Study, where you can help shape the future of research tools. Don’t miss the Accessibility “Easy Button,” a quick guide to making your teaching materials more inclusive and impactful.

Looking to sharpen your skills before spring? Check out our featured workshops, from Canvas Setup Clinics for organizing your Gradebook to sessions on empowering students with Canvas ePortfolios. Ready to enhance your course videos? Discover the benefits of Panopto and learn how to transition seamlessly from Canvas Studio. If grading is on your mind, our Canvas Gradebook Setup workshop is here to simplify the process.

Did you know that the Educational Policy Committee has approved LIB 290: Information Ecosystem as a permanent course offering? This collaboration between the University Library and Academic Technology is designed to equip students with vital research and information skills.

Wishing you a joyful and restful holiday season from all of us at Academic Technology!

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Get a head start on your Spring 2025 planning with the CSUN Spring Packet, featuring curated resources and tools tailored to streamline your preparation. From HEERF tool transitions and AI innovations to accessibility insights and upcoming workshops, this is your go-to guide for effortless spring semester readiness! Explore the 2025 Spring Packet.

Curious how AI can enhance the research experience for students? Join Heather Cribbs, Systems Librarian, for the University Library’s UX study launching this spring and help shape the future of AI-powered tools in OneSearch! This study aims to evaluate the beta release of the AI Research Assistant and ensure that it aligns with the needs of students, faculty, and the CSUN community. Learn more about AI UX study.

This winter break, let someone else handle an important accessibility step for you – captioning your videos! The University provides central funding to caption videos used for instruction, and now is the perfect time to submit your videos to NCOD: Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services for the Spring semester. Learn more about captioning videos through NCOD on campus.

Start spring 2025 with the Canvas Setup Clinic! If you’re new to Canvas or need a quick refresh, this workshop is designed to help you set up your gradebook for success. Collaborate with expert Technologists to ensure your gradebook is a valuable resource for your students. It’s a win-win for teaching and learning!

Empower your students to showcase their skills, achievements, and growth with Canvas ePortfolios. In this workshop, you’ll discover how to use ePortfolios to inspire reflective learning, prepare students for their professional journeys, and elevate your teaching with innovative, student-centered methods.

Make the move to Panopto and discover new ways to enhance your teaching with interactive video quizzes and other dynamic content tools. This workshop will guide you through the transition from Canvas Studio, ensuring your videos are engaging, accessible, and ready to transform student learning.

Revolutionize how you manage grades by letting Canvas Gradebook do the heavy lifting while fostering transparency with your students. The Canvas Gradebook Setup workshop will help you simplify your grading, save time, and create a seamless experience for both you and the students in your course.

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