Instructional Information
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This page contains resources to assist with building or refreshing an online course. It also has information regarding CECS policies and procedures related to online instruction.
Training and Workshops
Opportunities to learn more about Canvas, online teaching methods, and more!
Click below to view Canvas training videos about the various topics and tools noted.
- Canvas 101 - Introduction and Overview
- Canvas 201 - Content Delivery
- Canvas 301 - Interactivity and Assessment
- Canvas 401 - Grading
Check out the UM-Dearborn Canvas Training and How-Tos for Faculty to watch videos created by the Office of Digital Education
Recording Instructional Content
CECS faculty have several options available for recording instructional content. These options are supported by the CECS Online team.
To schedule a recording appointment please complete this request form and a CECS Online team member will contact you to confirm your needs.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science Online team is pleased to announce the opening of a Video Production Studio!
The studio, located in room 1310 PEC, is equipped with a green screen, specialized lighting and cameras as well as a computer, Wacom board and document camera. The studio will provide faculty space and resources to think creatively about new ways to deliver engaging and accessible course content, leading to better learning outcomes and student success. The CECS Online team is excited to work with faculty and instructional designers to create high quality video productions that can be used for multiple educational purposes.
Interested? Check out this short video to see what you can do in the studio!
Ready to jump right in? Use the CECS Online Video Team Request form to schedule a time to meet with the video production team and start creating!
The Professional Education Center and ELB classrooms as well as 1181 HPEC and 2025 IAVS, are equipped with everything you need to record a high quality lecture video. These videos can be edited and posted by the CECS Online video production team or can be managed directly by each instructor.
This recording option allows you to record from your office or home. A high speed internet connection, webcam, microphone and headset (recommended) are required. Review information about installation and recording with Mediasite Mosaic. Contact CECS Online for more information about this option.
Machine generated captions by Vidable are included with all lecture capture recordings. The captions are fairly accurate, but not perfect. Instructors can edit captions as appropriate, following this Mediasite guide.
Please note that students who have Disability and Accessibility Services approved accommodations must have captions that are near 100% accurate. Please contact the CECS Online team for assistance with captioning for approved accommodations.
MiVideo is the University of Michigan instance of Kaltura, which allows you to record from your desktop.
The CECS Online Team is equipped and ready to come to set up at your laboratory or other campus location to record a laboratory demonstration, research overview, self introduction or other academic related recording you request. Complete the CECS Video Team Request Form to get your recording appointment scheduled.
Synchronous Tools
These tools are available for meetings, office hours, group discussions or when real-time communication is desired.
Zoom web conference meetings are available as a tool within your Canvas course or by logging in with your umich credentials.
Web Tool
Access the stand-alone conference tool by logging into Zoom with your umich credentials.
Canvas
In the desired Canvas course, access Settings > Navigation and assure Zoom is visible within the course. Then access Zoom in the Navigation Bar on the left side of the course.
Google Meet (formerly known as Google Hangouts Meet) is a videoconferencing service allowing U-M students, faculty, and staff to connect and collaborate with live video, audio, and screen sharing. With Meet you can work from home or abroad and join meetings, conference calls, and group discussions from any computer or mobile device.
Please follow the directions for accessing Google Meet spaces.
Big Blue Button (formerly Canvas Conferences) is a web conference tool built directly inside of each Canvas course. Here, students and instructors can meet and live stream video and a virtual whiteboard.
In the desired Canvas course, access Settings > Navigation and assure Big Blue Button is visible within the course. Then access Big Blue Button in the Navigation Bar on the left side of the course.
* Please note that recordings created in Big Blue Button are only available for 7 days after creation and are not downloadable.
Canvas Chat is a tool that allows students and faculty to have text-based, live discussions.
In the desired Canvas course, access Settings > Navigation and assure Chat is visible within the course. Then access Chat in the Navigation Bar on the left side of the course.