Category Archives: BGSU Staff

NEW GEAR: Bluetooth headset – Logitech Zone Wireless

The TRC has a collection of over 40 USB wired headsets that have been part of our inventory for several years. Like these: https://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/usb-headset-h390 Over the summer I had a few requests to accommodate situations that required wireless headsets but … Continue reading

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Filenames for edTPA

Do not use any special characters and symbols, such as ~ ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) ` ; < > ? , [ ] { } ‘ “, in the file name for anything uploaded … Continue reading

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NEW GEAR: document camera & visual presenter – Elmo MX-P2

For several years, the TRC has circulated portable Elmo document cameras to EDHD and teacher education faculty and students. They have been used for hundreds of classes and presentations on campus and all over the world because they are convenient … Continue reading

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NEW GEAR: webcams – Logitech C925e & C270

The pandemic has created a supply chain shortage for many products including webcams. I’ve kept my eye on the webcam market for several weeks and finally found some good quality ones in-stock from a BGSU vendor. My office purchased 4 … Continue reading

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NEW GEAR: Wacom Intuos drawing tablet – CTL4100

The TRC has 4 new drawing tablets ready for circulation. This USB device for Mac or Windows is 7.9″ X 6.3″ and has programable buttons for keyboard shortcuts. The item description includes the following:

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Student copying in the TRC

EDHD students receive free black & white copying (not to be confused with printing) for any academic related purpose (not to be confused with personal use). This has been a featured service of our lab for a long time to … Continue reading

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Getting started with Microsoft Teams

Teams is a great platform for BGSU collaboration, communication, file sharing, and productivity. I created this document to provide an introduction. https://falconbgsu.sharepoint.com/sites/O365-EDHD/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?OR=teams&action=edit&sourcedoc={7607FB4A-FD36-4FF3-91B6-78A51FBB98CC}

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How do I check the status of my requested new computer install?

Go to this link for the current status of any ITS ticket associated with your account. https://bgsu.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/2070/Portal/Requests/TicketRequests/ If the info provided does not include a timeline for resolution or you have questions, submit a comment in the ticket or contact … Continue reading

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Does BGSU have any web based options for forms and calendars?

Many people use Doodle Poll to find common availability. https://doodle.com/free-poll There is an Office 365 version of Doodle Poll but I’ve never seen anyone on campus use it. People probably don’t know it is available and I’ve never used it. … Continue reading

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Intro to BGSU Google Accounts

I’ve been an administrator for BGSU Google accounts since approximately 2017. This was created to help prepare our teacher education students to use Google Classroom out in the field. It is currently used by the following EDHD courses (* = … Continue reading

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