Course: Cougar Courses Faculty Resources

- TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES
- Free Tools for Student Projects and Presentations File
  Annotated list of free tools available to create Digital Presentations and websites, infographics, annotated maps, screencasts, recorded virtual meetings and obtain free images and graphics.
- Recording Presentations and Lectures URL
  The Camtasia Relay recorder can be downloaded onto any computer logged on to the CSUSM network. Used with a webcam and microphone, Relay allows you to record and make available any program or presentation open on your desktop, along with your audio. There's even a free app to turn your iPad2 or iPhone into a recorder!
- CougarApps – Software Applications URL
  A rich set of software applications available to instructors and students via log in from on or off campus.
- GIS (Geographic Information Systems) URL
  Geographic Information Systems (GIS) include a set of powerful and flexible tools that integrate computer technologies and databases to produce maps that lets you visualize relationships, patterns, and trends.
- Student Response Systems (Clickers) URL
  Students purchase inexpensive held transmitters that work with classroom receivers to instantly record student opinions and answers to short questions, allowing you to quickly collect and display results, including graphs and charts.
- iPad checkout
  
  There are a limited, but increasing number of iPads available for faculty and student checkout. Stop by the Faculty helpdesk on the 2^nd floor of Kellogg or call ext. 4790 for more information.
- RESOURCES
- Rubrics for Assessing Student Assignments
- Analytical Writing Rubric CSULB File
- Written Communication Value Rubric AACU File
- Writing Rubric - Northeastern Illinois U. File
- Information Competence in CSU Rubric File
- Critical Thinking Rubric AACU File
- Problem Solving Value Rubric AACU File
- MERLOT - Links to Rubric Resources URL
- ADA - Accessibility
- CSUSM Accessibility Site URL
- CSU Accessibility Office URL
- Providing Accessible Documents Page
  Formatting your MS Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) files so they are accessible and more usable for students.
- Professional Development
- Website devoted to Mobile Learning in Higher Education URL
  
  “Strategies and tools for effective mLearning in Higher Ed.”
  
  Curated by eLearning and Design
- Theory and Practice of Online Learning URL
  Open source book by Terry Anderson & Fathi Elloumi of Athabasca, Canada's open University. Download the entire book or individual chapters.

TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES

RESOURCES

Rubrics for Assessing Student Assignments

ADA - Accessibility

Professional Development

Free Online Resources

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