technologies

Online Proctoring with ProctorU

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August 29, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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ProctorU is a service used to authenticate a user’s identity and provide live proctoring of online assessments. Test-takers use ProctorU’s Guardian Browser, which enhances exam security by preventing the user from accessing unauthorized resources and functions on their computer. ProctorU uses a multi-step process to establish a user’s identity: a live proctor sees the user via a webcam, takes the user’s photo, and checks the user’s ID. In addition to the authentication process, proctors ensure the integrity of the exam by using a webcam and screen-sharing technology to see the user and what they are doing during the exam session. This article is a guide for instructors implementing ProctorU in their course.

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Types of Videos for Online Teaching & Learning

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June 9, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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Videos can be used for a variety of purposes in online courses, and different set-ups are required to achieve these goals. This article will review the types of videos used in online courses and provide examples.

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Creating & Managing Videos for Online Teaching & Learning

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July 1, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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Videos are gaining ground in online education as a result of their versatility in promoting learning, satisfaction, engagement, and interest (LSEI; Costley & Lange, 2017). With this fast-growing dependence on videos, online educators need to become mindful of what constitutes quality videos and how they are best integrated into online content delivery and interaction.

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FAQs About Videos for Online Teaching & Learning

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June 9, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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This post is a collection of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) pertaining to creating videos for online courses.

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Managing Your Online Course

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July 23, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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The Course Facilitation Plan (CFP) outlines the key steps to take before, during, and after your course implementation, presented in the recurring course life-cycle, as well as recognizing the four roles of an online instructor. Download a copy of the file to create your own customized version.

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An Overview of VoiceThread

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December 31, 2024

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Simon Wang

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VoiceThread is an interactive, multimedia discussion tool that enables dynamic conversations around multimedia content including images, videos, documents, and presentations. It allows users (instructors & students) to create, share, and comment on content using a variety of formats, including text, audio, and video. Online instructors can leverage VoiceThread to create asynchronous discussions, deliver interactive lectures, or facilitate group projects. Its flexibility supports diverse learning styles and encourages participation, making it an ideal tool for building community in online courses. VoiceThread integrates seamlessly with HuskyCT, ensuring a smooth experience for both instructors and students.

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Ensuring Academic Integrity Online

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October 17, 2024

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Catherine Healy

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Faculty can use the strategies, tools, techniques and technologies available to them to help ensure academic integrity in online courses.

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