Images play a vital role in communicating information to readers. While the first article in our simplified visual design for effective learning focused on space and hierarchy, this one will focus on the selection and use of images. As with the first article, this guide will help break down some of the fundamentals of learning-focused visual…
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Thoughtful planning and design of a course and its materials are rudimentary for student success. While visual design can often take a back seat in planning a course, visuals and other media can help to enhance learning more than text alone when used correctly (Mayer, 2009). This guide will help break down some of the…
The shift to online learning at Pomona College has opened up new avenues for faculty and staff to connect with students through technology. One such tool for librarians at Pomona College has been Sakai. Sakai is an open-source community-driven Learning Management System that offers flexible and customizable options to students, faculty, and staff that fits…
Over the last year, many faculty members have turned to numerous tools offered by ITS to create content for online learning. One crucial tool in this shift has been VidGrid. VidGrid allows the Pomona community to develop materials such as lectures, virtual field trips, demonstrations, and more. For ITS, VidGrid proved crucial in training sessions offered…