Classroom Technology

Classroom technology is available to capture teaching in on-campus courses to support students participating virtually, and to record teaching for those participating asynchronously. Many classrooms are equipped with a camera and microphone to support synchronous or asynchronous learning. Some classrooms may also include a document camera. Technology assessments will be completed prior to each semester to ensure that equipment is installed and functioning in all classrooms to support any blended learning needs.

Faculty members should continue to use Zoom, Blackboard Collaborate Ultra, or Mediasite to record their classes. All faculty must use Blackboard as the learning management system to house course content. Videos should be housed in Mediasite. Graduate students and Digital Faculty Fellows are available to assist faculty as needed. Cameras and headsets are available for checkout during the semester.
 

Classroom Technology Support


For assistance with classroom technology setup and technical support, contact:

Client Technology Services
336-334-7195
helpdesk@ncat.edu

ITTD provides training for faculty as needed, including best practices for teaching with technology. For training or assistance, contact:

Tracey Bridges, Technology Trainer
Instructional Technology Training and Development (ITTD)
336-285-2869
thbridges@ncat.edu


Other Resources:
Handout:  Using the Podium Computer to Present

Handout:  Using the Podium to Facilitate Zoom or Collaborate (with AverMedia Webcam or PTZ310 Camera)

Video:  Using the AverMedia Webcam or PTZ310 Camera in the Classroom 

Handout:  Zoom Integration with Blackboard

Handout:  Import Zoom Cloud Recordings into Mediasite

Description of Technology

 

Aver PTZ310 Live Streaming Camera

  • Tracks between preset zones (Coming Soon!)
  • Allows for pan/tilt rotation maneuvers
  • Compatible with Zoom


Acoustic Magic Voice Tracker III Microphone

  • Ideal for lecture and meeting recording
  • Picks up audio at ranges as far as 30 feet
  • Compatible with Zoom and Skype


Aver Live Streamer Cam 313

  • Records in 1080p30 for streaming
  • Captures up to 3 feet
  • Includes 2 built-in microphones
  • Compatible with Zoom and Collaborate Ultra 


Aver U50 USB Document Camera

  • HD quality camera
  • Onboard annotation
  • One-touch recording 


Equipment Available for Checkout (Faculty)
Aver CAM 313 webcams can be checked out for use during the semester. The webcams include 2 built-in microphones and are compatible with Zoom and Collaborate Ultra. Logitech H390 headsets with noise-cancelling microphones are also available for faculty to checkout. To request a webcam or headset, please contact Tracey Bridges (thbridges@ncat.edu/285-2869) or the ITTD main office (336-285-4499) to schedule an appointment to pickup the equipment. In preparation for online final exams, webcams and laptops will be available for loan to faculty through Bluford Library.

Equipment Available for Checkout (Students)
In preparation for online final exams, webcams and laptops will be available for loan to students through Bluford Library.

Suggested Devices for Notes and Annotations (Faculty Recommendations)

  • Veikk A15 Drawing/Graphic Tablet (10 x 6)
  • Huion Inspiroy Dial Q620M Graphic Tablet (266.7 mm x 166.7 mm)
  • XP-PEN Deco 01 V2 Graphics Tablet (10 x 6.25)
  • IPEVO V4K Ultra HD 8MP USB Document Camera
  • Aver U50 USB Document Camera


Synchronous Interactions with Online Students

  • Zoom
  • Blackboard Collaborate Ultra 


Recording of Lectures during Synchronous Sessions

  • Zoom
  • Blackboard Collaborate Ultra
  • Mediasite
  • Web cams and document cameras integrate with the classroom computer and can be selected as a device when recording via Zoom or Collaborate Ultra.