2017

Sep 26, 2017

Five Tips from Quality Matters

The Instructional Technology Training Team in DELTA participated in an online training course delivered by Quality Matters (QM) on Applying the Quality Matters Rubric. Quality Matters is a nationally recognized program that assists in guiding faculty through the process of creating a high-quality online course. 

Sep 21, 2017

Inside DELTA: 5 Questions with Suzanne Edmonds

A new Inside DELTA highlighting the life of DELTA staff in their day-to-day work routines and life outside of the workplace. Suzanne Edmonds is an instructional technologist and teacher at heart. She loves teaching workshops and visiting her favorite place, the mountains. 

Sep 20, 2017

A Work in Progress: Animal Nutrition for Companion Pets

DELTA worked with Teaching Assistant Professor Kimberly Ange-van Heugten on a Distance Education Course Grant to create a new course focused on animal nutrition for canines and felines. Students will use the various deliverables from DELTA to create a simulation of a specialized cat or dog food for their final project. 

Sep 18, 2017

Fall Workshops Block 2 Registration is Open(Archive)

All workshops are free to faculty, staff and graduate students are invited to attend our Teaching with Technology Workshops. Whether you are beginning or a seasoned pro, we have classes for everyone. 

Sep 5, 2017

September 2017 Mediasite Administrator Update

Mediasite Server, Recorder Software and Recorder Disc Image Versions Test server: 7.0.30, Build 3748. Production server: 7.0.30, Build 3737. Recorder software version: 7.1.13 Build 4571 Recorder disc image 7.1.13. NC State Mediasite help requests Email: mediasite-help@ncsu.edu September Server Maintenance Mediasite server maintenance is scheduled for Saturday September 23, 5:00 – 6:00 AM. OIT extended maintenance starts… 

Aug 31, 2017

Inside DELTA: 5 Questions with Darren Ley

Darren Ley is a behind-the-scenes magician. Ley has worked full time for NC State since 1995 and part time between 1988 and 1993. Over the years, his department and job title have changed and his services and skills have evolved, but Ley remains a constant. 

Aug 30, 2017

Marketing and Partnership Development Unit Expands Reach

The second article in a series highlighting the changes happening at DELTA. This article focuses on the Marketing and Partnership Development unit's reach in services. 

Aug 29, 2017

Cross Collaboration Tackles Microaggressions

At NC State, DELTA’s Instructional Media Production team collaborated with a faculty member and her graduate students within the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and with Arts NC State to tackle the ongoing challenge of addressing microaggressions. DELTA created a series of videos recreating real-life examples of microaggressions on campus. 

Aug 16, 2017

DELTA’s Faculty Fellows Recognized at Summer Shorts

Kim Allen, Ed Lindsay and Maria Gallardo-Williams were honored with certificates of appreciation at Summer Shorts, marking the completion of their outstanding service as Faculty Fellows. This group of dedicated faculty members is passionate about the future of educational technology. 

Aug 15, 2017

Online and Distance Education Virtual Orientation Refresh

Equipped with interactive lessons, quizzes and a range of NC State resources, the revised Virtual Orientation gives students an impressive toolkit for success in their online courses. The updated orientation was completed in May 2017 to create a more interactive experience.