Category: Clemson Online

Effective rubrics are important for both students and instructors. Drawing on best practices in online teaching, we will look at multiple approaches to consider when designing rubrics for various assignments. We will also cover important tips and considerations for creating your rubric and attaching it to an assignment. Pedagogical Benefits of Rubrics Types of Rubric […]

Last month, we attended a student panel hosted by the Clemson University Spectrum Program (CUSP). The session was an opportunity to learn and ask questions about the experiences of neurodivergent students at Clemson. We asked questions about their experience utilizing Canvas and other online learning features. Here are some of our takeaways from the session […]

Clemson has recently activated the new version of the Turnitin integration in Canvas. We will look at all of the major changes and what to expect from the updated version. Assignments from the old integration should be automatically converted to the new integration. If any assignments are missing, please contact us, and we can get […]

Setting up your grade book effectively to ensure learners understand how their grade is calculated is important. Particularly important for transparency are establishing clear assignment group weights and incorporating extra credit. These features, along with many others, can be managed in the Canvas grade book. Assignment Settings The grade book can typically be set up […]

Join us this summer for our training events! Our Workshop Wednesdays and presentations focus on best practices for online learning and accessibility, while our Quick Hits sessions discuss online teaching tools at Clemson. Topics this summer range from effective rubrics to digital accessibility to academic integrity tools. Presentations and Workshops All sessions will be held […]

Teaching an online summer course as an adjunct instructor can be both exciting and fast-paced—especially if you’re stepping in with limited prep time. With shorter terms, accelerated schedules, and students who are often juggling jobs or travel, setting yourself (and your students) up for success from the start is key. Here are a few essential […]

Online office hours have become an essential part of both in-person and virtual courses. They offer flexibility, accessibility, and a lower barrier to entry compared to traditional office hours. It’s important for instructors to host online office hours that foster meaningful student engagement, effective communication, and quality learning. In this post, we’ll explore some best […]

Browning Blair, Clemson Online’s graduate assistant, has been selected as one of Clemson’s Outstanding Student Employee Award recipients for 2026. She has been named Graduate Student Employee of the Year by the Center for Career and Professional Development presented by Michelin! This award reflects the positive impact she has made within Clemson Online and across […]

Join us at Clemson Online in kicking off our Summer with our Kaltura training series! This series will run from May 5th to May 13th. These sessions are designed to strengthen instructors’ use of one the most important online teaching tools, Kaltura! Below, you will find information about all four of the Kaltura training series […]

Peer review assignments can be powerful tools for encouraging student interaction, critical thinking, and reflection on course content. Canvas makes it easy to set up. Here are some effective strategies for designing peer reviews to get the most out of your students. Strengths of Peer Review Work Defining Effective Peer Review Designs An important aspect […]