Greetings! I hope you are enjoying the rest and staying warm. Just a couple of quick reminders as you look ahead for a new year of teaching excellence.
Canvas transition
The university is switching its online course management system from Moodle to Canvas, which is really pretty easy once you get the hang of it. To make change easier, IT staff is holding an online training session on Jan. 4 from noon to 1:30 p.m. on the basics of using Canvas. I urge all adjuncts to register for it at Discover Canvas: Basics Workshop.Canvas is not required for your spring courses; you may still use Moodle if you wish. But as some of you may have noticed, Moodle's usability is becoming an issue, and the switch to Canvas will be mandatory in fall. Why switch? Many students will expect the transition this spring. It's also inevitable. It makes sense to consider making the move now while so much technical support is on hand to help you do it.
Get oriented
Please join us for our orientation/reorientation session on Jan. 9 in Murphy 100. New adjuncts will come at 10 a.m. for the full scoop, and returning instructors will join us at 11:45 a.m. for lunch and a discussion session. We look forward to seeing you all.
If you have any questions about logistical details on the orientation, your email or other such details, contact Julie Golias at golia001@umn.edu. If you want to discuss teaching issues, policy matters or any other concerns, don't hesitate to contact me at ggolden@umn.edu.
See you in January.
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