Technology Managers Want Colleges to Read the Fine Print Regarding Their Role
Tech managers redefine what it means to work as a manager of technology
Technology managers added their own flavors to today’s definition of a tech manager’s role.
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Harvard University Recycles Unused Space to Build a Collaborative LearnLab
Three tips on how to recycle and revamp an outdated room into a collaborative learning space
Red Thread transforms an unused space in the Lamont Library at Harvard University into an up-to-date, technological collaborative center.
Distance Learning for Higher Ed Institutions
Tools that serve non-traditional students, foster online education
Colleges and universities can bring distance learning to campus via telepresence, a learning management system and lecture capture.
Distance Learning at Your School—-What Is it? and How to Be Prepared for the Future
Tools to put classes online and build distance learning at your school
K-12 schools can cater to different learning styles through distance learning technologies like telepresence, lecture capture and a learning management system.
6 Pro MIDI Sequencer Apps for Android and iOS
Professional MIDI sequencers for your mobile device.
Professional audio creation apps like digital audio workstations, virtual synths and sequencers are becoming more robust as new updates and products continue to hit the marketplace. Mimicking conventional hardware, rack mounted devices and computer software, these apps are designed to bring the functionality of more expensive products to your smart device–offering you access to comprehensive music technology on the go. Great MIDI sequencer apps not only function alongside your devices MIDI capability, but also function as MIDI sources and destinations themselves. Working in cooperation with other synth and music creation apps on your device, these sequencers can bring in MIDI voices from a variety of applications or from within the sequencing app itself. While the more simple, straightforward sequencing apps might not function as MIDI routes for your device as a whole, the more robust and intricate apps can take on more professional tasks.
William Jewel College Turns Its Library Into a High-Tech Collaborative Learning Space
William Jewel College creates a place where students can work together via wireless technology, digital signage, interactive displays and more.
See the William Jewel Pryor Learning Commons, a 21st century library that promotes interactive and collaborative learning through cutting-edge A/V. Videoconferencing rooms, interactive displays, wireless technology and social media allow students to work together on multimedia projects. The library design also accommodates BYOD.
The Democratization of Video — Getting Your Video Data Organized
An advanced video content management system gives everyone the power to create, manage, and distribute videos.
As video use grows, managing that content becomes ever more difficult. You need to prepare for the snowballing amount of data that needs to classified, stored and made searchable. Fortunately, there are video content management systems from companies such as SonicFountry, LimeLight Networks, Kaltura and BrightCove that well help you. Learn more about them here.
The Pros and Cons of Meshing UC with BYOD
The BYOD Phenomenon may be coming to your organization. Should it be part of your UC strategy?
Unified communications is increasingly gaining a foothold in commercial environments as is BYOD. It is important to set clear guidelines for employees who wish to use their own devices at work. Data access, security and other concerns should be addressed as part of your BYOD strategy.
Major Utility American Water Brings Its Security Monitoring Operation In-house.
The company realized that pieces of its security were distributed among third-parties, causing unwanted complexity and potential risks.
American Water, an utility company, has brought security in house to consolidate its efforts. Taking on this responsibility, American Water realized they needed a new control center.
10 Tips for Building a 1:1 Program at Your School
Planning tips from technology coordinators, teachers and industry experts based on experience
Creating a successful 1:1 program is about more than just technology. Experts share their experiences and offer tips on things like training, creating user guidelines and financing technology initiatives.
