VoiceThread Self-Paced Fall : 15/FA : TRN-901-CS09 : 92946

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Welcome to VoiceThread Online!

Please take a moment to watch my video greeting below. I'm looking forward to exploring VoiceThread with everyone. Thanks for joining me!


Transcript of this video.

How this training will unfold and how you can succeed

Here's how this training will unfold. This is a self-paced training offered via this Canvas course and the VoiceThread website. You'll have nearly all semester to complete it. You will review learning materials in the Modules here in our Canvas course and then complete a task—typically the hands-on part is done at the VoiceThread website. Occasionally you might also be asked to share your creations here in our Canvas course. We won't rendezvous at any given time online during this training, by the way.  The list of tasks you will work through to complete this training is listed right here in our Syllabus.

This training is divided into four parts, to address different aspects of VoiceThread.

Your overall goal is to master the basics of VoiceThread and demonstrate your mastery, so it's OK if you do not complete every task. Just keep me informed if you start to fall behind, struggle, or have any questions. To pass this training, participants need to earn 300 out of 400 possible points or 75%. Need help or have questions about this course? Use the Canvas Inbox (top right corner of your screen) to contact me (Gabrielle Orsi), or you're welcome to give me a call if you would like me to walk through any of the tasks with you over the phone: 970-947-8359. Or you can reach me via email at gorsi@coloradomtn.edu.

Finally, please do not include any sensitive information or FERPA-related information in your VoiceThread slideshows or comments, thanks! And let's keep this training a collegial and welcoming experience, so please be sure that your VoiceThreads and your comments on VoiceThreads do not contain content that others might find offensive. OK, let's continue!

Course Schedule (August 24-December 4, 2015) and Assigned Tasks

This course will run from August 24 to December 4, 2015. Your deadline for finishing is 12 pm, noon, on Friday, December 4, 2015. Here's the list of tasks you'll be asked to complete:

Any questions or problems, please contact me (Gabrielle Orsi) at gorsi@coloradomtn.edu or (970) 947-8359, which is extension 8359 from any CMC campus phone. For general technical support with Canvas you can also call the IT Dept.'s Service Desk at (970) 947-8438 or 866-642-0495, toll-free.

Please do not include any sensitive information or FERPA-related information in your VoiceThread slideshows or comments, thanks! And let's keep this training a collegial and welcoming experience, so please be sure that your VoiceThreads and your comments on VoiceThreads do not contain content that others might find offensive.

Course Information

VoiceThread Self-Paced Fall 2015
Format:  Online at VoiceThread.com and online in Canvas
Course Information:  15/FA : TRN-901-CS09: 92946
Course Code (SYN number): 92946
Credits:  0 (employee training; restricted to CMC faculty & staff)
Semester: Fall 2015
Meeting Times and Days: Asynchronous; self-paced
Start and End Date:  August 24 - December 4, 2015
Class Location: Online in CMC’s Canvas learning management system and online at VoiceThread.com

This training takes place in Canvas, and you'll also be asked to visit the VoiceThread.com website. Course materials can be reached from the Modules button, in the vertical menu at left. You can check on your grades (complete/incomplete) for the assignments in this course by clicking on the Grades button, also in the vertical menu at left.

Course Competencies and Objectives

  • Learn the VoiceThread tool an instructor's perspective
  • Create, comment on, and share a VoiceThread slideshow successfully
  • Know where to find technical support and other resources for VoiceThread

Instructor Information

Gabrielle Orsi

Dr. Gabrielle E. Orsi, LMS Administrator and Faculty Trainer
Phone:  970-947-8359
E-Mail:  gorsi@coloradomtn.edu
Response Time/Availability:
I will be checking on the course weekly. I check my email multiple times a day during business hours Monday-Friday. Please feel free to send me a message via the Canvas Conversation inbox or call me as well. If you reach my voicemail, please leave your name, number, a good time to call you back, and your basic concern. I am typically in the office 8:00AM-5:00PM, Monday-Friday.

Assessment Methods and Class Management

This course is graded pass/fail only. To earn a grade of "P" (pass) for this course, participants need to successfully proceed through the course modules and complete the course's assigned tasks. For this training, your goal is to earn 300 out of 400 possible points or 75% to pass. Here's the breakdown of points:

    After This Training Ends

    After this session, I will be happy to continue to assist you with questions about Canvas, VoiceThread, educational tools, and instructional strategies.

     

    Course Summary:

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