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One of the most important uses of educational technologies is to communicate with or provide information to students outside a normal class session. Communication options include two-way methods such as e-mail, chat rooms and discussion boards, and one-way methods such as announcement pages, posted files and syllabi.
The portfolio should include a detailed description of the technologies used with screen captures whenever possible. Reflections of what worked or what needs improvement can also be added.
Communication Technologies
The following platforms allow instructors and students to communicate directly:
- Sites at Penn State – blogs and comments
- Yammer – social communication network for Penn State
- Zoom – video chat, file sharing, recording live video and audio
- Voicethread – Discussion tool with video options
- Canvas – announcements, discussion posts, inbox (emails), chat, conferences
Where to Get Training
The sites above include tutorials and information on training events. See also ITS Training and Media Commons for different seminar opportunities.