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eLearn Blog

Learning Technology at the University of Calgary
Sep 22 2023
Synchronous Quizzes in Brightspace
Synchronous quizzes will be introduced in the next regular update to D2L / Brightspace update on September 29. Synchronous quizzes are an optional type of quiz where students take their attempts simultaneously. They may be convenient for in-class sessions and can provide an online quiz-taking experience that is similar to the traditional on paper test setup.
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Jul 25 2023
Updates to Quizzing in D2L/Brightspace
On July 28 the New Quiz Experience will become permanent in Brightspace. We have updated our documentation to reflect the new Experience. Additionally the update on July 28 will also change some of the behaviours around quiz timing.
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May 02 2023
Notes on the D2L/Brightspace New Quiz Creation Experience
D2L is changing the user interface for creating and editing quizzes. Much of the functionality of the existing quiz experience is present, but may be found in a different place or be worded differently.
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Jan 10 2023
Articles and Resources for ChatGPT
ChatGPT has been a major topic in learning technology discussion for the past few weeks. It introduces a web-accessible, friendly, interface to the existing GPT system which is created and maintained by the OpenAI corporation. Several people have written on ChatGPT, particularly in the context of higher ed. Several of those are gathered here.
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About eLearn @ UCalgary

The Taylor Institute's Learning Technologies Group supports campus faculty and staff with meaningfully integrating technologies to enrich student learning in the classroom, online and in blended formats.

We work closely with our partners across campus in the Office of the Vice-Provost (Teaching and Learning), Information Technologies, Comm/Media, Facilities Management, faculties, departments and units to provide an integrated support framework.

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Please contact us (Taylor Institute) if you have questions about how to best implement your courses online. We'd be happy to consult with you.

If you have technical questions, please contact UService (IT).

About Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning

The Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning is dedicated to better understanding and improving student learning. It is both a building and a community that extends well beyond the building’s walls.

The Taylor Institute brings together undergraduate inquiry and teaching and learning development and research under one roof. It supports building and sharing teaching expertise, integrating technologies and conducting inquiry to enhance student learning.

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