Technology & Support
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Edit Course Information:
- Edit the text below as appropriate.
- See the ISU Computer Requirement page Links to an external site. for software and hardware requirements
- List skills students are expected to possess to successfully complete the course activities.
- Example technology skills/proficiencies :
- Use Canvas to submit assignments, participate in discussion boards, attend virtual conferences, and complete other class activities.
- Use a word processor (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs, etc.) to produce text-based documents.
- Use Canvas Studio to record webcams or produce a screencast.
- Visit the CELT Learning and Teaching Technology page Links to an external site. and copy the Syllabus Statements found in the Instructor Resources section of each tool's web page.
- Add additional support resources that you want to provide to students.
Technology & Support
Technology Requirements
For an optimized learning experience in this course, please ensure you have access to the following technology:
- Student-provided personal computer.
- Reliable internet access. A wired ethernet connection to the internet is very strongly suggested. Wireless and cellphone data connections may experience connection problems. Android and iOS operating systems are not fully supported at this time.
- While tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices may allow for some completion of coursework, they are only guaranteed to work in some areas. It is recommended that you have access to a Windows or Mac-based computer to complete coursework in the event your selected mobile device does not meet the needs of the course.
Students who need assistive technologies might have different computer and technology requirements. Please check with Student Accessibility Services Links to an external site. to determine the requirements for the specific technologies needed to support you in your online classes.
Technology Skills
To complete the course, you should possess the following skills:
- skill 1
- skill 2
- skill 3
Course Technology
This course will use several technologies. Check out the technology descriptions, accessibility, privacy security statements, and technology-specific guides in the links below. Scroll down the page for each technology to view Licensing and Policies.
- This course uses Canvas as the learning management system. Visit the Canvas guide
Links to an external site. to view the terms of service, privacy policy, accessibility statement, and steps for getting started with Canvas.
- This course uses Ally for creating alternate formats. Visit the Ally guide Links to an external site. to view the terms of service, privacy policy, accessibility statement, and steps for getting started with Ally.
- This course uses Webex for synchronous online interactions. Visit the Webex guide Links to an external site. to view the terms of service, privacy policy, accessibility statement, and steps for getting started with Webex.
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If you need help with any of these technologies, including Canvas, please look for support through the contact methods listed on the individual pages linked above.
Support
Canvas Support
Canvas Support is available through the Help menu in Canvas Global Navigation on the web or the Help option in the User Menu from one of the Canvas mobile apps.
- Search the Canvas Guides Links to an external site.
- 24/7 Canvas Support Line: Call 515-294-4000, then follow the prompts to connect to Canvas.
- Chat with Canvas Support Links to an external site.
Cyclone Support
Visit the Cyclone Support Links to an external site. website to access the Cyclone Support Self-Assessment, Get Started resources, and to explore the following Support Resources:
- Safety Resources
- Mental Health Resources
- Health Care Resources
- Physical Activity/ Recreation Services
- Community and Social Connections Resources
- Financial Resources
- Basic Needs/Hunger Resources
- Academic Resources
- Disability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Resources
- Food/Nutrition/Body Image Resources
- Substance Use Resources
- Technology Resouces
- Legal Resources