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Why Microlearning Has Become The New Norm
Microlearning differs from e-learning, which may require blocking off an hour to complete a course in one sitting. Stay tuned to learn how the annual Cybersecurity Awareness Training will incorporate microlearning.
Changes coming to WiscVPN Feb 21
A move to new authentication servers will provide a path to a more secure VPN experience.
What not to share online
Criminals are continually evolving to find your digital Achilles’ heel, so be sure you’re up to speed on the latest practices to prevent hacking into your data.
Look Out for New Consolidation Prompt on UW–Madison Zoom
Effective Jan 4, anyone logging into Zoom with a @wisc.edu email address who hasn’t yet formally joined our Zoom service will be presented with a new consolidation prompt. Find out more.
New Canvas Feature Allows Individuals To Display Their Personal Pronouns
UW–Madison students, faculty and staff (with Canvas accounts) can now indicate their gender pronouns in use. Those who opt to use the feature will see their pronouns appear anywhere their names appear in Canvas.
Jess Jones Appointed Interim Center For User Experience Director
As User Experience Manager within the Center for User Experience, Jess has led a team of UX designers who work with partners across the university to design efficient, people-centered experiences.
Why TechNews has a new ‘From’ email address
You might notice that the Jan 27 TechNews has a new “From” email address: doit@explore.wisc.edu rather than the old doit@lists.wisc.edu. Why this change?
TeachOnline@UW: Facilitation & Management Course
This 6-week, collaborative online course is intended for instructors who are new to teaching fully online, credit courses—or want to explore and apply more in-depth best practices.
Farewell To Phyllis Treige
You’re invited to spend an hour on Wed, Jan 27, 3:30-4:30pm, saying farewell but not goodbye to our trusted colleague Phyllis Treige.