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Apr 16, 2020

Important Considerations for Teaching Online When That Wasn’t Your Original Plan

With all summer courses moving online, it is time to consider how you will navigate the circumstances that you and your students may continue to face into the summer.

Apr 15, 2020

What’s New in Moodle 3.8?

DELTA recently performed the annual Moodle upgrade to version 3.8 for courses starting in the Summer of 2020. While most of the functionality is the same, there are a number of changes implemented in order to improve the user experience. Check them out!

Mar 30, 2020

DELTA Grants Proposal Submissions Open Now

It’s time to set your DELTA Grants project proposals into motion! The DELTA Grants submission system is open now through May 15. Apply now!

The spring 2020 ocip cohort in a group photo in the CTI lobby.

Mar 4, 2020

The Pathway Toward Quality Assurance

A new group of NC State faculty members are on their way to Quality Matters course certification through completion of the Online Course Improvement Program (OCIP). This cohort will work to make improvements to their online or blended courses and continue raising the bar for quality online education at NC State.

Bethany Smith stands in the middle of a group holding a blue microphone ball. Attendees sit and stand around listening to her. Photo is in the CTI lobby.

Feb 27, 2020

DELTA-Con Set for April 24, Register Now(Archive)

DELTA-Con, now in its fourth year, is NC State’s annual unconference bringing together faculty, staff and graduate students from across local higher ed institutions. Join us April 24 for the discussion-based event to share your insights, network with peers and discover the latest in academic technology and innovation.

Feb 27, 2020

Faculty Workshop to Evaluate the Quality of Free Textbooks and OER

Come learn about eliminating the cost of textbooks for your students at a faculty workshop on March 12 starting at 10 a.m. in the D.H. Hill Jr. Library. You’ll explore common myths surrounding open textbooks and gain the knowledge and expertise to evaluate and incorporate open educational resources into your courses.

Annette Moore poses with arms crossed under a brick archway.

Feb 27, 2020

Meet DELTA Faculty Fellow Annette Moore

Annette Moore is a Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management. Moore continually revises her courses, particularly adding and refining tools to help students get hands-on with course materials both inside and outside the classroom.

Feb 25, 2020

Online, 30-Minute Teaching with Tech Workshops

Join us for 30-minute, online workshops about teaching with technology tools and best practices such as tips for online grading and new features of Top Hat. All workshops are held in Zoom at noon.

Feb 13, 2020

Get Ready to Transform Learning with DELTA Grants

Are you a faculty member who has a great idea to engage your students, but lack assistance to get it done? Or are you seeking funding to develop or improve a course with the latest technologies or research-based best practices? Partner with us through DELTA Grants. Read more for important dates and processes for the 2020-2021 cycle.

students engaging with phones to use Top Hat

Jan 21, 2020

A Roundup of Top Hat New Features

Director of Instructional Support Services Stacy Gant shares her favorite new features and enhancements to the teaching tool, Top Hat. From improved editing of slides to a new gradebook, see how the improvements can benefit your teaching.