Summer teaching often brings a change of pace, and sometimes a change of location. Whether you’re instructing from a home office, a quiet beach town, or in between conference sessions, teaching online doesn’t have to tie you to one physical spot. With the right setup, you can stay connected, responsive, and professional—from anywhere. Here are […]
Clemson Online: Where Tech and Teaching Meet
Follow Up Friday: Increasing Engagement in Your Zoom Classroom
On July 9, Digital Learning Strategist Dr. ‘dara Abimbade led a Workshop Wednesday session titled Increasing Engagement in Your Zoom Classroom. The session explored why engagement on Zoom often falls short and offered practical strategies to improve it. Dr. Abimbade began by identifying common challenges to Zoom engagement in online classrooms. He then introduced a range […]
Alt Text Isn’t Optional: Writing Effective Image Descriptions for Learning
As you prepare your course materials for Fall 2025, now is a great time to ensure that the images you use in your teaching are fully accessible. Whether you’re uploading lecture slides, designing content in Canvas, or sharing supplemental media, every image in your digital classroom should include thoughtful, accurate alternative text, or “alt text.” […]
Digital Icebreakers That Actually Work in Online Courses
First impressions matter, even in digital spaces! Whether you’re teaching asynchronously, synchronously, or somewhere in between, the start of the semester is your chance to set the tone for a connected, inclusive, and engaged classroom. And yes—it is possible to break the ice digitally. Here are a few digital icebreakers that actually work in online courses (and don’t make […]
Follow Up Friday: How to Deter Online Cheating Through Course Design
On June 25, Digital Learning Strategist Millie Tullis led an engaging Workshop Wednesday session titled How to Deter Online Cheating Through Course Design. The training explored why students may cheat and how thoughtful course and assignment design in Canvas can enhance motivation and reduce instances of academic dishonesty. Tullis opened the session by examining common reasons […]
Reboot Your Teaching Toolbox: Summer Is the Time to Try Something New!
Summer isn’t just a time to recharge—it’s also the perfect window to refresh your teaching toolkit! With fewer immediate deadlines and a lighter student load, the summertime offers a low-stress opportunity to explore new tools, experiment with course design strategies, and revisit ideas that were too ambitious to tackle mid-semester. Not sure where to start? Here […]
