Tufts Educational Technology Services

Introduction to Piazza's New Interface
2025-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
In this session we’ll bring faculty users up to speed on Piazza’s new interface. The session can also serve as an introduction to the tool. Piazza is a Q&A-style discussion tool which allows instructors to post questions which students can then reply to collaboratively. Instructors and students can post both questions and answers, and all posts are editable. The platform supports the option to generate content as text, rich text, in LaTeX or as code, and also supports images and video. Students collaborate on answers in a wiki-like environment to focus in on a single high-quality answer to any question, over time. Answers can then generate additional follow-up questions and answers, adding clarity and depth to the original prompt.
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Make your teaching videos interactive with in-video quizzing!
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00
Do you want to make your teaching videos more engaging? Embedding questions within videos encourages students to watch closely and allows you to get feedback on their understanding. With Kaltura “My Media” in Canvas you can now create in-video quizzes to test student knowledge and ask them to reflect on their learning while still watching. In this session we’ll go over how to create and assign these quizzes and discuss the different applications of video quizzes.
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Creating Videos With Kaltura
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00
Have you ever wanted to create videos for your students without needing to use advanced editing software? Kaltura Capture is available in Canvas and allows you to record your screen, webcam, and voice and then share the video with your class. In this webinar, we’ll discuss the research on what makes a good recorded lecture, and teach you the technical skills to create one.
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Introduction to Padlet Boards and Sandbox
2025-10-07 12:00 - 13:00
Unlock the power of interactive learning with Padlet! In this workshop, we’ll explore how Padlet can transform your classroom into a dynamic, collaborative space. Whether you’re looking to engage students in real-time discussions, create interactive boards, or streamline group projects, Padlet offers versatile tools to elevate your teaching. Join us for a hands-on introduction that will inspire new ways to connect with your students and enhance their learning experience.
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VoiceThread Introduction
2025-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
VoiceThread is a web-based application that allows users to create, share, and discuss media-rich presentations and conversations. It integrates visual media (images, documents, videos, PowerPoints) with audio, video, or text comments for asynchronous discussions. Essentially, it’s a tool for collaborative online learning and communication, enabling interactive lectures, student presentations, and feedback sessions.
In this workshop, educators will learn how to establish a social presence and connect with their students using VoiceThread to improve course satisfaction and student learning. We will cover all of the basic VoiceThread features, demonstrate how everything works in Canvas, showcase a variety of examples from actual courses, and have an open Q&A throughout the training.
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Online Whiteboards for Teaching
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
Have you tried Zoom’s new Whiteboards tool? In this workshop we’ll introduce you to this powerful tool available to all Tufts faculty, instructors, and students. We’ll highlight new features and offer ideas for using whiteboards for teaching and student engagement. We’ll also provide an opportunity for some hands-on practice with Zoom Whiteboards.
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Video Assignments in Canvas with Bongo
2025-09-22 12:00 - 13:00
Have you considered using video in your assignments? Bongo is a Canvas tool which allows students to complete video assignments in just a few steps, either individually or as a group. It fosters collaboration, boosts engagement, and allows you to include your own optional video feedback. It also includes a video quiz tool with immediate Q&A. Bongo’s optional peer-review feature can be applied to any assignment type. This session will introduce you to Bongo and ways to implement it in your course.
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