Learning Technologies

Big Blue Button

What is BigBlueButton? BigBlueButton is an open source virtual classroom software for synchronous discussions or lectures between students and instructors. Emphasis is placed on real-time communication. Sessions can easily be recorded and made available; however, uploading may take several hours or even days depending on the size of the recording. If you are looking for…

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WordPress

What is WordPress? WordPress is one of the world’s most popular and powerful open source content management systems. LT&I works with the TRU community to support the creation of WordPress websites, blogs, portfolios and apps. Visit trubox.ca for more information. What Can You Use it For? Uses Teaching and learning: course sites, blogs, portfolios, and interactive learning…

PressBooks

What is Pressbooks? Pressbooks is an easy to use digital book production software used for self-publishing books in a number of formats. Pressbooks is an open-source platform based on WordPress. What Can You Use it For? Uses Benefits Tip! Interested in learning more about Open Education Resources (OERs)? Be sure to check out the TRU…

Slido

What is Slido? Slido is an audience engagement application that can help you create more interactive presentations, meetings, or class lectures through the use of live polling, quizzes, and surveys. Consider Slido as an alternative to other polling or quizzing tools, such as Kahoot or TopHat, due to it’s accessibility, privacy compliance, and support offered…

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