Your monthly source for learning opportunities, tech updates and lesson ideas.
We need your help
If you have a tech project in your class, please email halawrenz@ku.edu the assignment requirements, any examples or resources and deadlines. This really helps set our labbies up for success in helping students.
On Our Calendar
Labbie Staffing Update
We are staffed for both Dole and the Resource Center.
RC hours - Labbies are based on the lower level and can help with classroom support and student projects. When Jennifer is out, they will check out equipment.
- Sunday 1-5 (enter through door closest to Wescoe)
- Monday 8 am-8pm
- Tuesday 11-2; 4-8
- Wednesday 8-11; 12 - 8 pm
- Thursday 11-2; 4-8
- Friday 10-3
Dole hours - Labbies will be based in the former control room and can help in the photo studio or editing bays
- Monday 12-5:30, 6-8 pm
- Tuesday 11-4, 5-7 pm
- Wednesday 10-4
- Thursday 11-4
Adobe Afternoons
A Friday workshop series for Faculty, Staff and Graduate students
You asked and we are delivering ... a series of hybrid workshops for faculty, staff and graduate students. All events will be held Friday afternoons. You may attend in person (STF 312) OR online. Email Heather @ halawrenz@ku.edu to get on the reminder list. This will ensure you have course materials, as well as a calendar invite and a followup recording sent.
Passcode 791678
What’s APP? Basics of CC Q and A - 3-4 Friday, Sept. 15
This session will familiarize you with how you (and your students can access the various CC tools). We will talk about the different apps available and how/when to use them in the classroom.
After Effects - 2-3 Friday, Sept. 29 and Oct. 6
We will look at the basics of After Effects and run through a few easy projects to get you started with some great looking animation.
What is new? - 2-3 Friday Oct. 20
Love to hear about the latest features and updates. Heather is fresh from Adobe Max, come get the latest on the latest.
Premiere 2-3 Friday, Oct. 27, Nov. 10 and Nov. 17
Learn the many ways to bring video projects to your class. We will go over the basics as well as some leveled up skills in audio and color correction. Be prepared - you may get some homework to also practice capturing video.
Drop in for any Adobe fun - 2-3 Friday, Dec. 1
Everyone loves a drop in workshop. This is your chance to work with Heather on developing some tech projects or solving some creative problems. We can also revisit earlier material.
Next spring: Illustrator, Photoshop, Rush
New at JSchoolTech.org
First, pardon our mess, JST is under a bit of construction. Your students should be able to reach all their resources. The best way to stay updated with new content right now is to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Rush
Rush is Adobe's mobile and desktop video editing solution. It is a great starter tool for video editing because the learning curve is not at all steep.
Working video into classes is super easy and Rush makes this an accessible tool for students. ALL students have access to Rush for free. And we have a series of tutorials to help you and your students ...
Adobe Express
All students can access Adobe Express for free through their KU online id. Express allows you to create web pages, social graphics, presentations, videos and do quick actions like create gifs or PDFs.
If you have used Express before, you may have seen that it has had a facelift. You can still access previous content, but the process is a bit clunky. (Adobe is working on this. Heather has some thoughts and feelings.)
Need help with tech?
Feel free to contact Natalie Lindsey, for any technology issues or concerns in the classroom at n380l120@ku.edu. This month she will be either at the JBar, Media Crossroads or in her office on the third floor. Natalie will also be reaching out to some individuals in order to inventory equipment you may have.
The technology committee is always open to listening to your tech needs. Please email Heather @ halawrenz@ku.edu if you have tech needs or feedback.