Grades for the Spring 2014 term are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 20. The deadline to copy grades from K-State Online into iSIS is 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, which allows sufficient time for back-end processes to complete. Continue reading “Grade-submission deadlines May 20 for Spring 2014”
Canvas instructor training sessions available in June
by Information Technology Services
Faculty have been pilot-testing Canvas, a state-of-the-art learning management system, during fall 2013 and spring 2014 semesters. The results of the pilot have been positive, and faculty have appreciated the easy-to-use, intuitive features of Canvas.
To learn more about the rich features of Canvas, Information Technology Services is offering Introduction to Canvas and Introduction to Canvas II during the month of June. Introduction to Canvas is a prerequisite and must be taken prior to Introduction to Canvas II. Continue reading “Canvas instructor training sessions available in June”
Media Development Center extended hours during finals week
The Media Development Center in 213 Hale Library is open extended hours during finals week to better serve K-State students who need extra time to finish semester projects. Continue reading “Media Development Center extended hours during finals week”
Avoid Internet Explorer until vulnerability fixed
On April 26, Microsoft notified customers of a vulnerability in Internet Explorer that affects browser versions 6 through 11. This vulnerability has the potential to allow attackers to run malicious code on vulnerable machines when users visit compromised or malicious websites. The Department of Homeland Security confirms that they are aware of active exploitation of this vulnerability in the wild. Continue reading “Avoid Internet Explorer until vulnerability fixed”
K-State Salina lecture-capture demonstration today, May 6
by Information Technology Services
Mediasite is a lecture capture-and-distribution software currently being used at Kansas State University that allows instructors to make live and on-demand digital recordings of their lectures and presentations. Mediasite is easy-to-use and allows instructors to focus less on the video technology and more on the video message. Continue reading “K-State Salina lecture-capture demonstration today, May 6”
iPad user meeting May 8: “In the Cloud: Navigating Through Cloud Services”
Join us as we compare a few of the cloud services available to use with your iPad. The meeting is noon-1 p.m. Thursday, May 8, in 119 Bluemont Hall and open to all K-Staters.
“In the Cloud: Navigating Through Cloud Services” will cover: Continue reading “iPad user meeting May 8: “In the Cloud: Navigating Through Cloud Services””
iSIS grade rosters open for grade entry starting May 9
Grade rosters will be available in iSIS for grade entry starting 5 p.m. Friday, May 9. More information about grade submission is available from the Final Grade Submission Information – Spring 2014 for iSIS.
Grades for the Spring 2014 term are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 20. The deadline to copy grades from K-State Online into iSIS is 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, which allows sufficient time for back-end processes to complete. 
Continue reading “iSIS grade rosters open for grade entry starting May 9”
Lecture-capture demonstration at K-State Salina May 6
by Information Technology Services
Are you looking to accelerate learning outcomes and retention? Would you like to:
- Encourage students to review complicated material repeatedly at their convenience
- Ensure distance learners receive the same quality education as traditional students
- Create more interactive and personal online learning experiences Continue reading “Lecture-capture demonstration at K-State Salina May 6”
Final “Grading in iSIS” training April 30, May 1
The final “Grading in iSIS” sessions for spring 2014 take place Wednesday, April 30, and Thursday, May 1, in Fairchild 9. Continue reading “Final “Grading in iSIS” training April 30, May 1″
Second “Using Word to write” session Wednesday, April 23
The second “Using Word to write” open session is 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the west end of the K-State InfoCommons. Graduate students, faculty, and other K-State writers who want to learn more about Microsoft Word are welcome to drop by any time during the session. Continue reading “Second “Using Word to write” session Wednesday, April 23″
