Information Technology Services

by IDLT

Looking for practical ways to strengthen your courses while saving time? Instructional Design & Learning Technologies (IDLT) is offering two virtual faculty development sessions this November focused on tools available right here at SIUE. Whether you want to create more effective course videos or explore how generative AI can support course development, these short sessions will provide practical strategies you can use right away.

by IDLT

Creating accessible digital learning environments is no longer optional. It is the cornerstone of effective teaching across all academic disciplines and a legal requirement with the ADA Title II compliance deadline of April 27, 2027, emerging. As student cohorts bring increasingly diverse learning needs to higher education classrooms, faculty have an opportunity to design courses that proactively support all learners without creating an entirely new curriculum.

by ITS Information Security

As the holiday shopping season ramps up, scammers are using fake online stores, AI-generated product ads and reviews, and phony package delivery texts to target shoppers. The National Cybersecurity Alliance’s latest article offers nine tips to help students, faculty, and staff shop safely. It covers how to spot fake retailers and social media deals, why a credit card is safer than gift cards or payment apps like Zelle and Cash App, how to secure shopping accoun...

by University Information Systems

We're excited to announce that a new version of  CougarNet is available to preview. During the transition period, both the current and new versions of CougarNet will be available in parallel, giving you time to explore the new experience and become familiar with its features before the official launch in March 2027.

The new CougarNet was designed with accessibility, inclusivity, and user experience in mind. Featuring a modern, mobile-accessible i...

by IDLT

by IDLT

by IDLT

This session is designed for instructors and faculty and is also useful for system administrators, instructional designers, accessibility professionals, and others who support faculty and Ally adoption.

Choose the session time that works best for you:

• Option 1: Wednesday, September 16 @ 9:00 a.m. CST
• Option 2: Wednesday, September 16 @ 1:00 p.m. CST

You’ll learn how to use Ally as a guide on the side—helping you move from identifying accessibility issues to decid...

by IDLT

LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor: Protect the Integrity of Online Tests

Dates: September 2, 10, 17, 22, 30

Learn about our newer features, like a second camera for added exam security, switching to Excel and Word during online exams, and exams that only use screen recording (no webcams).

Respondus 4 and the Test Bank Network: Quickly Create Online Exams

Date: September 15

Find out how Respondus 4 allows you to create and manage exams that can be printed to paper or published...

by IDLT

Blackboard Ultra is here and has changed the visuals of all our online learning content, but it also changed some workflow practices that every instructor should be aware of. The Gradebook looks different and requires some different actions as you review, evaluate, and provide feedback on your students’ submissions.

Post Grades is a new step in the grading process . All grades must be posted for students to see their grades and your feedback. Some assignments can be set to post...

by IDLT

Generative AI has changed the assessment landscape in higher education. Faculty are increasingly asking questions such as:

• How can I tell whether a student completed the work themselves?
• How do I assess learning when AI can generate essays, solve problems, or create content in seconds?
• How can I encourage students to use AI responsibly without letting it do the learning for them?

While there is no such thing as a completely "AI-proof" assignment, emerging research suggests that ...

by IDLT

by IDLT

As a new semester approaches, the following tips may be useful for faculty.   

by ITS

Summer is the perfect time for SIUE faculty and staff to perform a little digital housekeeping. With fewer meetings, classes, and campus activities competing for attention, taking a few minutes now can improve productivity and reduce stress when the fall semester arrives.

Start by reviewing your OneDrive and Outlook storage. Delete outdated files, archive old emails, and organize important documents into clearly labeled folders. A well-organized digital workspace makes it easier to locate...

by IDLT

As SIUE continues its transition to Blackboard Learn Ultra, many instructors are copying content from Original courses into the Ultra Course View. While most materials transfer smoothly, a quick review can help ensure your course is organized, accessible, and ready for students.

by IDLT

by IDLT

With Fall 2026 courses now available, all courses at SIUE are being delivered in Blackboard Ultra. This transition provides an opportunity to refresh, rebuild, or redesign your course using updated tools, many of which can save you time while enhancing the learning experience for students.

by IDLT

For instructors who want greater control over the level of security during an exam, Respondus Monitor now supports a second camera, adding an additional video angle. The extra visibility helps deter the use of unapproved resources.

Unsolicited job offers, internships, and estate sale emails are always fraudulent. These types of attacks are used by attackers to exploit a sense of urgency, financial need, an amazing opportunity, or just curiosity. These messages always request personal information, upfront payments, or direct financial transactions and originate from unverifiable or spoofed sources. They may seem to originate from an siue.edu email account, either spoofed or compromised, but the actual tr...

by IDLT