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10 BEST UPGRADES IN UVLê 3

ILC Diliman 10 BEST UPGRADES IN UVLê 3 January 12, 2018 Users can expect a more inspired look and better user-experience in UVLê 3. Most procedures remained the same but there are several useful design and function improvements in UVLê 3. In no particular order, ILC Diliman presents 10 best improvements in UVLê 3 and other notable changes. 1. Course creation via CRS Teachers with Dilnet accounts may now open a course via CRS. Click the course request link in the instructor dashboard to open a page for a class. Requests are automatically processed every 3:00 AM. Teachers will receive an e-mail about the status of their request, and students will be enrolled to the course and will be notified about the newly created course. ` 2. Basic Teacher role for starters By default, teachers will be assigned to a “basic teacher” role. A basic teacher has access to commonly used tools only. It is designed for teachers who are new to UVLê or who need basic tools only. Basic teachers can create forum, poll, and assignment. The role also allows sharing of files (including images, videos etc.), and websites. If a user wants to use advanced features (e.g. online quiz), the user can switch to a “teacher” role anytime. The switch role option is found under the change setting menu. 3. Mobile friendly site The new UVLê site is mobile responsive. With stable internet connection, It can be comfortably viewed in a mobile browser in tablets or smart phones. UVLê 3 doesn’t have its own mobile application yet, but you may access UVLê 3 using the official Moodle Mobile application. 4. Pop-up guides For certain pages, a guided tour will pop-up on your first visit. Pop-up guides may be revisited by clicking your name then “Guide Me On This Page”. This shall help users easily understand UVLê 3. 5. Upload/download several files at the same time If an activity requires several references or materials, teachers may upload several files in a zip folder. When uploading a zip file, opt to save it as a “folder” resource. In UVLê 3, students can download the whole folder as a zip file. This feature is not available in the previous version. 6. Assess assignments online The submitted document is automatically converted to PDF, and teachers may use the PDF annotation tool for feedback and grading. Students will see the annotated version. 7. File box for adding attachments in assignments Teachers can now easily attach files in assignment activities. Attaching files in assignments is easier in UVLê 3. 8. New roles for team teaching There are new roles that may help in team teaching situations and/or teaching assistantship (e.g. content managers, facilitators etc.). For example, the content manager can help the teacher manage resources (files, videos etc.) within a course page. The content manager could be a staff, teaching assistant, or another teacher. Contact ILC Diliman for more information. 9. Recycle bin for deleted activities/resources Teachers may restore deleted activities/resources in the recycle bin. The recycle bin will be seen under change settings > course administration, if there are deleted activities/resources. 10. Easier way of editing section titles In edit mode, section titles can be easily edited. Click the edit icon , type the new title, and press enter. Other notable changes: The “Change Setting” Menu. In UVLê 3.0, “course administration”, “switch role to…”, and other administration menus are located in the “Change Settings” menu at the upper right corner of the page. Searching Courses. To search courses, click Quick Links > View All Courses. Plagiarism Checker. CROT plagiarism checker is no longer supported in MOODLE. In UVLê 3, the CROT option can only compare files within the site. As a supplement, the assignment activity is linked to a free third party online plagiarism checker. Others: Teachers may input topic tags (similar to hashtags) in each activity or resource. Important forum posts can now be pinned to the top of your list, making them more visible to your students. When setting up a workshop, the teacher can now specify the type of file for submission. New mechanics in using/editing the gradebook. And other minor changes.

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OVCAA Celebrates 2017 Year-End Party

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ILC Diliman OVCAA Celebrates 2017 Year-End Party December 23, 2017 OVCAA, University of the Philippines, Diliman – OVCAA celebrated its year-end party last December 20, 2017, at the NEC Lounge A, as employees shared the year’s memorable learnings and plans for 2018. VC Evangeline C. Amor, in her opening remarks, emphasized the offices’ focus on staff development and in-house initiatives next year. The OVCAA staff were enjoined to attend at least one seminar and/or training annually for personal and professional growth. According to VC Amor, knowledge gained from these learning opportunities can be echoed to other staff members unable to attend due to limited resources. The celebration also had an activity as the Office looked forward to the next year– the OVCAA employees filled-out their aspirations and goals. This part of the event was called, “SANA — Staff Aspirations for 2018.”OVCAA staff were asked to share their wishes regarding office and co-workers. OVCAA, University of the Philippines, Diliman – OVCAA celebrated its year-end party last December 20, 2017, at the NEC Lounge A, as employees shared the year’s memorable learnings and plans for 2018. VC Evangeline C. Amor, in her opening remarks, emphasized the offices’ focus on staff development and in-house initiatives next year. The OVCAA staff were enjoined to attend at least one seminar and/or training annually for personal and professional growth. According to VC Amor, knowledge gained from these learning opportunities can be echoed to other staff members unable to attend due to limited resources. The celebration also had an activity as the Office looked forward to the next year– the OVCAA employees filled-out their aspirations and goals. This part of the event was called, “SANA — Staff Aspirations for 2018.”OVCAA staff were asked to share their wishes regarding office and co-workers. Employees from the office, starting with Mrs. Wennie S. Moralejo of ILC Diliman, shared their learnings from the seminars they attended. One of which was the SMILE principle for government employees. The SMILE principle stands for S – Showtime, M – Malasakit, I – Intelligent, L – Love, E – Empathy to showcase quality public service through upholding these values Ms. Adeline V. Intervalo of OAT Diliman also shared her experiences from the LIFE Seminar she attended organized by OAT Diliman. The LIFE Seminar series aims to foster greater understanding and camaraderie among their staff. Another speaker was, Mr. Rene M. Villanueva of OVCAA. He shared his learnings from the Workshop on Building Utilities, Retrofits, and Management held in UP Los Baños, Laguna. The two VPs Nestor G. Yunque and Elvira A. Zamora explained that taking good care of University infrastructure is showing “malasakit para sa University.” Energy efficiency, and prompt utility repairs (e.g. leaky faucets), can also help the Office to achieve better operational efficiency. Prof. Ivan Benedict Nilo Cruz also gave a lecture on Energy Auditing, its importance, and how to undertake an energy audit. The other lectures are about best practices on air conditioning maintenance. Finally, Ms. Eleanor R. Robrigado of OVCAA shared her reflections on the seminar she attended on Chinese traditional medicine held last November at the Asian Center. She described several methods in traditional medicine like acupuncture, and Ventosa, among others. She advised OVCAA officemates to explore other medical traditions to achieve wellness. OVCAA Employees also participated in raffles and exchange gifts as well as games like Pass the Drawing, Balloon Walk, Lip Sync Battle, Jack En-Poy, and Chubby Bunny.

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OVCAA Road to Wellness

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ILC Diliman OVCAA Road to Wellness October 27, 2017 OVCAA with the participation of ILC Diliman had a successful opening of their health and wellness program last October 2017. The OVCAA Healthy Living and Wellness Program was conducted for the OVCAA employees. The program aims to teach the employees the benefits and/or advantages of having a good and healthy lifestyle, as well as for the employees to be aware of their current body weight and fat status. The OVCAA wellness program was spearheaded by Prof. Gilda Uy and the members of the OVCAA Academic Personnel Committee. Ms. Wennie Moralejo, the Administrative Officer of ILC Diliman, lead a talk on the evaluation of body weight and fat. She discussed the ideal diet to maintain weight and how to monitor the weight gain and calories intake. It was emphasized that awareness of healthy lifestyle is the key to a healthy individual, and that every healthy individual contributes to the efficiency and growth of an office. Prior to the talk, employees were scanned using the Tanita digital scale for body weight and fat indices. The College of Human Kinetics of UP Diliman also organized a seminar wherein they invited participants from other colleges/units to attend. Tristan Jake Alcantara represented ILC Diliman in the “Gymnastics For All” which was held last October 16 at the CHK Gym Basketball Court. The seminar/workshop was facilitated by Prof. Tatsuo Araki Vice President of the FIG Gymnastics for All Committee.

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