The University has created a page with a number of resources available to you in an easy to use format. Click here to access the "Keep Teaching at Iowa" site.   

We’ve also put together some information and tutorial and guide links to help you stay connected and be an effective teacher online. Some of this is redundant with the ITS message but we wanted to make sure you find what you need. As you think about your technology situation, please feel free to contact Engineering Computer Services ( consultant@engineering.uiowa.edu ) with any questions.  
 

Good Practices moving to an Online Environment (during disruptive times) 

●  Communicate proactively and often 
●  Reduce complexity & delivery where possible 
●  Use them but keep videos short (15 minutes or less) 
●  Be very specific in requests and assignments to students and patient with their questions. 
●  Make sure your materials are as easy to find as possible 
●  Consider using resources already available (i.e. LinkedIn Learning, WileyPlus for example, is offering free access to digital courseware)
●  Stay connected to your class and your students via email or discussion boards.
●  Hold office hours via Zoom, Skype, or even Google Hangouts
●  If you’re not sure – ask faculty mentor, ECS, ITS, etc…
●  Be selective of what needs to be Synchronous (live) and Asynchronous (recorded). Focus on Asynchronous as much as possible to reduce bandwidth requirements for students.
●  Test everything before class starts
●  Don't be too hard on yourself; remember – it’s ok to make mistakes. This is new to many. Be patient with them and they will be patient with you. 

Possible options for delivery  

In-Person Plan Synchronous (live) Plan Asynchronous (recorded) Plan
In class lecture Present Lecture in real Time using Zoom Record Lectures with Kaltura or UICapture
Guest Speaker You can send Guests a URL to access your Zoom session Guests record their content using another platform they are  comfortable with. Then upload content to Youtube or other stream sharing app
Student presentation Students present in Zoom Students record via Kaltura
Small group discussion You can create groups in Zoom Use the ICON discussion board
Exam Oral exams individually via Zoom.  Quizzes/tests via ICON. Proctoring can be done via Proctorio  if needed
Peer Review Writing  Session  Assign Breakout groups in Zoom Use ICON discussion board
Communication to class N/A Use Email or Canvas messaging

 

Technical Resources

If you have plans to use any of these, please test them as soon as you can since you may have to do upgrades or need assistance.

* ICON Resources *

ICON
     ● https://teach.uiowa.edu/ICON/

ICON Resources
     ● Groups & Discussions - Every group created in Canvas receives its own group space. This group homepage acts like a smaller version of your course and can be used as a collaborative tool where students can work together on group projects and assignments. Instructors are not added as members to groups, but are able to access each group homepage in their course and interact with group content and assignments.

     ● Quizzes - Quizzes in ICON are online quizzes and surveys. There are many reasons to use online quizzes, even when teaching in a face to face classroom. Quizzes can be used to assess comprehension of course material, and to reveal areas that students may need to focus on to improve classroom performance
 

Respondus Lockdown Browser
LockDown Browser® is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within a learning management system.
Click here for information on Respondus

* Teaching / Delivery Resources *

Office 365
Microsoft Office 365 provides virtually anywhere access to familiar Office tools, plus enterprise email, conferencing, and more IT services that are hosted in the cloud (managed remotely on servers owned by Microsoft).
Click here to access Office 365 instructions

Zoom Web-conferencing
Zoom is an instructional web conferencing solution for the University of Iowa. Zoom has many features including integration with ICON (Canvas), hosting online meetings and video conferences, scheduling webinars, questionnaires within meetings, and much more. All users can host meetings up to 300 participants.

Quick steps to start Zoom:
     1.    In ICON click Zoom on left
     2.    Click Schedule a New Meeting in upper right of window
     3.    Follow the prompts on the screen and then click save at end
     4.    Copy the link to send it or post it to your class or…
           a.    Click Start this Meeting at the bottom to start the meeting
     5.    Zoom should start (you may need to install the client – follow the prompts)
     6.    If you want to record the session, click record in the bottom left (the recording stores locally and will need to be uploaded manually – see instructions in videos below)

     Click here for some additional instructions on how to use Zoom
 

Additional Zoom Resources
     ● Getting Started Video, University of Iowa Specific: https://its.uicapture.uiowa.edu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=8a7eac1d-6d...
     ● ICON Integration: https://teach.uiowa.edu/zoom-icon-integration
     ● Zoom How-To Guides: https://teach.uiowa.edu/zoom-how-guides
     ● Short Training Videos to use Zoom: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials
     ● Zoom Recorded Training Sessions: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/217214286-Watch-Recorded-Train...
     ● Zoom Live Training Webinars: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360029527911

Panopto (UICapture)
Panopto (UICapture) can create digital recordings of audio, video and screen content via a software application that is installed on either Windows, Mac OS X, iOS, or Android. UICapture records this content, processes it and can make the content available as streamed presentations, downloadable audio and video podcasts. UICapture content can be easily linked to ICON courses or other web sites.
     What is UICapture (Panopto)
     Create Videos
     Student Presentation Instructions - Windows
     Student Presentation Instructions - Mac

Microsoft Skype for Business
Skype for Business unifies voice and video calls, Skype for Business Meetings, presence, and instant messaging (IM) in one easy-to-use client, making it simple to choose and switch between different forms of communication.
Click here for more information on Microsoft Skype for Business
How to Obtain Skype for Business (for personal systems)

Engineering Virtual Desktop ( DUO authentication required )
You could also use Engineering VDI to access almost all software available in the engineering computer labs.  
The Virtual Desktop service provides remote access to many Engineering and University-licensed Windows applications from anywhere and without having to obtain and install the software on your own computer.  Instead, you need only install the VMWare Horizon Client or an HTML5 capable web browser, which allows you to make a remote connection to applications that are running in the datacenter.  Nearly all platforms are supported, including Windows, Mac OS, Linux, iOS, Android and others. VDI provided applications are available for use from both on-campus and off-campus. 

ITS Virtual Desktop
You could also use Virtual Desktop to access certain software.
The Virtual Desktop service provides remote access to many University-licensed Windows applications from anywhere and without having to obtain and install the software on your own computer.  Instead, you need only install the Citrix Workspace App, which allows you to make a remote connection to applications that are running in the datacenter.  Nearly all platforms are supported, including Windows, Mac OS, Linux, iOS, Android and others. Virtual Desktop applications are available for use from both on-campus and off-campus (Some software is restricted to use only from an on-campus location due to licensing restrictions).

Adding live subtitles in PowerPoint
Here is a video that helps you incorporate live subtitles in PowerPoint
Follow the first 1:15 of the video to turn on. Subtitles will appear as you use PowerPoint in presentation mode. Combine this with a Panopto or Zoom recording and your presentation is captioned.

Online Testing with Proctorio (Cost involved)
Proctorio is an on-demand online proctoring tool integrated into ICON to make taking remotely proctored quizzes and exams easier and more convenient for students.
Click here for more information on Proctorio - Remember there is a cost involved

* Accessing Resources from Home *

Cisco AnyConnect VPN
If you are off campus you may need to use the VPN to connect to on campus resources for security reasons. You should have Cisco AnyConnect client on your computer. If you don’t, you will have to install it.
Click here to access instructions on the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client

Pulse Secure VPN  
If you are off campus you may need to use the VPN to connect to on campus resources for security reasons. You should use this VPN only if you are having issue with Cisco AnyConnect VPN. If you don’t have the software installed, you will have to install it.
Click here to access instructions on the Pulse Secure VPN client

Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop is a feature of Windows that allows you to remotely access another computer through the Internet. The hostname listed in the instructions will be your office computer name such as engr-d-coeXXX-1.iowa.uiowa.edu  To find your computer name (Windows): Right-click Start Button/Window. In the pop up menu, click System. Device Name is computer name.
Click here for information about Remote Desktop

DUO
To better protect your information, the University of Iowa uses Two-Step Login as an extra layer of security on select websites and services.

Using Two-Step Login helps keep academic and personal data safe—opt-outs aren't permitted. Passwords provide only so much protection—even the strongest ones can be stolen. Requiring login verification from a device only you possess (for example, your mobile phone) prevents hackers from accessing your accounts and pretending they’re you.
Click here for more information about DUO

University of Iowa Home Directory H: Drive
Windows 10 users will need to right click on the windows icon, then click on "File Explorer" and "This PC" tab.  Right click on "This PC" and select Map Network Drive.
•    In the drop-down menu under "Drive" select H:.
•    In the "Folder" field type \\home.iowa.uiowa.edu\HawkID (replace "HawkID" with your HawkID).
•    Log in with your HawkID@uiowa.edu or Iowa\HawkID and your HawkID password.
•    If you want to reconnect at login, select the Reconnect at logon check box.
•    Check the box for "Connect using different credentials".
•    Select Finish.

Engineering Home Directory I: Drive
Windows 10 users will need to right click on the windows icon, then click on "File Explorer" and "This PC" tab.  Right click on "This PC" and select Map Network Drive.
•    In the drop-down menu under "Drive" select H:.
•    In the "Folder" field type \\iowa.uiowa.edu\shared\engineering\home\HawkID (replace "HawkID" with your HawkID).
•    Log in with your HawkID@uiowa.edu or Iowa\HawkID and your HawkID password.
•    If you want to reconnect at login, select the Reconnect at logon check box.
•    Check the box for "Connect using different credentials".
•    Select Finish.

OneDrive
OneDrive is accessible through Office 365. See link in the Office 365 area to connect.

Internet Bandwidth
When it comes to bandwidth (network speed), more is better. Recommended minimum bandwidth for Zoom meeting and/or webinar... 600 kbps / 1.2 Mbps (up / down) Check your Internet bandwidth using https://www.speedtest.net/