Getting Started:
Learning Space
Overview of Learning Environments at SLC
The college undergoing a revitalization process where it is re-envisioning learning spaces with members of the college community in order to create innovative ways to support teaching/learning. This will be part of our larger Flexible Learning Strategic Initiative that will take place between 2024-27.
At this time, we invite you to learn more about the various learning spaces that are made available to faculty/staff/students at SLC.
Types of Learning Environments On-Campus
Classrooms
The college has a series of different classrooms which are retrofitted with specific digital learning technologies. A typical classroom would include a whiteboard, podium computer, Brio Webcam used for hyflex learning, and connectors so that faculty/staff may use their own laptop.
These learning spaces can also be enhanced by loaning iPads, VideoRigs, or SmartBoards from ITS. Learn more about these options below. All podium computers use the Windows 11 operating system so make sure to review this system prior to attending your class.
Active Learning Space
The college currently has two Active Learning Spaces (one in Brockville and one in Cornwall). These spaces feature additional whiteboards, movable furniture, and a smartboard.
Brockville - Room 216 / Cornwall - Room A344
Enhancing In-Person Instruction with Technology
Smartboard or RevTouch (mobile whiteboards)
The ITS team has a series of SmartBoards and RevTouch boards on all three campuses that can be loaned out to faculty so they may add a mobile whiteboard to their classrooms. These boards have a stand with wheels for easy maneuvering.
Virtual Teaching & Learning Environments
The virtual learning environment is supported by a list of digital learning technologies that are supported by ITS and SCTL. All faculty/staff/students have access to the following resources to enhance the learning environment. We encourage you to visit the specific areas on the SCTL/ITS websites to learn more.
Blackboard (Learning Management System)
The college uses Blackboard ULTRA as its Learning Management System. All faculty are required to follow the LMS Administrative Standards Policy and use Blackboard to share course materials with students.
MS Teams (Video Conferencing)
The college uses Microsoft Teams as their primary video conferencing tool for hybrid, hyflex, and online learning environments. This tool is also utilized by college employees for team meetings.
Office 365 (Resource Creation & Sharing)
All faculty/staff/students have access to the full suite of O365 applications. Faculty should use these applications with students for assignment submissions, creating learning materials, and communicating with students.
SLC.me Apps - "AppsAnywhere (Virtual Application HUB)
All faculty/staff/students have access to the full suite of third-party college applications. The list of approved applications can be found within the AppsAnywhere application also known as SLC.me Apps within the college portal.