Interactive Learning Center Diliman

Seminars or Workshop

UVLê for Teaching Effectiveness Course (TEC) July 31, 2024

Posts and Announcements ILC Diliman Basics of UVLe for New Faculty August 2, 2024 2nd TEC 2024 – Participants The second Teaching Effectiveness Course (TEC) of the year was held on July 31, 2024, featuring an insightful session on the University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLe), the official learning management system (LMS) of the University of the Philippines. Organized by the Office for the Advancement of Teaching (OAT), the session focused on helping new faculty members navigate and utilize UVLê effectively in their teaching. Dr. Adelson N. Chua, Training, Education, and Development PDA of the Interactive Learning Center (ILC) Diliman, served as the keynote speaker. He guided participants through the essential features of UVLê, including accessing the platform via DilNet and UP Mail, customizing user profiles, and integrating UP Mail for a more seamless and secure experience. These demonstrations made use of UVLe course templates specifically prepared by his team for this semester’s TEC. The session also highlighted how UVLe empowers teachers through tools designed to support diverse teaching needs. Using the course templates, Dr. Chua demonstrated key functionalities under the basic teacher role such as CRS-UVLe integration, course page setup, and the creation of interactive learning modules. This semester’s TEC placed particular emphasis on exploring the different types of activities available in UVLe, especially in designing and configuring quizzes using the platform’s varied quiz types. Dr. Chua was joined by ICT Associates Ms. Carrisse Michaela Serrano and Ms. Pauline Angel Carag, along with ICT Assistant Ms. Janine Aira Ribao, all from ILC Diliman. Their participation underscored the continued efforts of the ILC team in supporting faculty development and promoting the effective use of digital learning tools across the University.

UVLe for Teaching Effectiveness Course (TEC) – February 1, 2024

Posts and Announcements ILC Diliman Basics of UVLê for New Faculty February 5, 2024 1st TEC 2024 – Participants(Image credits to OAT – OVCAA) The first Teaching Effectiveness Course (TEC) of the year kicked off on February 1, 2024, with an insightful session on the University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLe), the University of the Philippines’ official learning management system (LMS). Organized by the Office for the Advancement of Teaching (OAT), the session featured Dr. Miguel Francisco M. Remolona, Director of the Interactive Learning Center (ILC) Diliman, as the keynote speaker. Dr. Remolona introduced UVLê as more than just a digital extension of the classroom. He described it as a dynamic space where educators can streamline their teaching, engage students more effectively, and integrate technology seamlessly into their courses. He guided participants through essential features such as accessing UVLe via DilNet and UP Mail, customizing user profiles, and linking UP Mail for a more efficient and secure experience. Going beyond the basics, Dr. Remolona demonstrated how UVLe empowers teachers with tools designed to meet their instructional needs. He walked the participants through key functionalities available under the basic teacher role, including CRS-UVLe integration, course page setup, and the creation of interactive learning modules. His hands-on approach made the platform’s capabilities more tangible, showing educators how to maximize UVLe for a smoother and more engaging teaching experience. Dr. Remolona was assisted by Assistant Professor Adelson N. Chua, Training, Education, and Development PDA of ILC Diliman, together with ICT Associates Ms. Carrisse Michaela Serrano and Ms. Pauline Angel Carag, as well as ICT Assistant Ms. Janine Aira Ribao. Their collaboration ensured that participants received both practical guidance and technical support throughout the session.

ONLINE CLASS 101: A Guide on Tools for Conducting Classes Online

ILC Diliman​ ONLINE CLASS 101: A Guide on Tools for Conducting Classes Online Seminars or Workshop April 07, 2020 In view of MEMO NO. OVCAA-ECA 20-580 and MEMO. NO. OVPAA 2020-31, Interactive Learning Center Diliman is preparing and collecting materials/guides related to online mode of teaching. In addition, ILC Diliman strongly recommends UPD Faculty to use: The University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLê ) as the main platform or learning management system. It’s basic features include sharing of files/videos, forum discussions, polls, and online assignments. It also has advanced features, such as online quizzes, gamification tools, etc. Moreover, course creation and student enlistment are automated via CRS Zoom for video conferencing and/or lecture recording. Google Drive for extra online storage space (esp. for sharing large files). To help the faculty, ILC Diliman prepared/collected the following guides about teaching online, using UVLê , and using video conferencing/recording applications: Chronicle of High Education: Moving Online Now, How to keep teaching during corona virus (PDF). ILC Diliman PDF Guides: Guide on Conducting Online Classes (PDF) – considerations, good practices, strategies Course Creation via CRS – Detailed documentation on how to use the UVLe integration in CRS. Basics of UVLe Part 1 (PDF) – how to access, navigate, create  a course page, upload content Basics of UVLe Part 2 (PDF) – mainly about basic activities (e.g. assignments, forums) How to use VCon applications and other tools (PDF) – outline/screen cap of steps; covers how to use Zoom, Google Meet, MS Teams, etc. Resources about Zoom: Zoom 101: Sign Up & Download Zoom 101 : In Meeting Controls (Basic) Comprehensive Guide to Educating Through Zoom Tips and Tricks for Teachers Educating on Zoom YouTube Videos about UVLe: Basics of Teaching with UVLe (Video Recording of a Training Session) Basic Features of UVLe (YouTube Playlist) Access to Informative Online Resources (e.g. eBooks, eJournals, etc.): With a DilNet account, students and faculty can access the library’s online collection/resources (e.g. eJournals, eBooks) through ezproxy.upd.edu.ph The CEO of Scribd announced that Scribd’s online library will be free, to anyone, for 30 days (for the next month). Check Scribd here: https://www.scribd.com/?lohp=1 Other References: Other tips and references about online classes, please check this compilation prepared by ILC Diliman (click here:  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zBahvz3IghnFZScPBJM592o9NtEOoi45FUlp_TDYuGA/edit?usp=sharing ) DilNet Frequently Asked Questions:  https://dilnet.upd.edu.ph/faqs/ UVLe Frequently Asked Questions:  https://helpdesk.ilc.upd.edu.ph/kb/faq.php?cid=2 For other suggestions, please check the MEMO NO. ILCD-MVS 20-1. ILC Diliman would like to emphasize the appropriate channels for different types of inquiry. For inquiries about ILC Diliman services (e.g. UVLe) or recommended applications (e.g. Zoom, Google Meet, Google Drive, PowerPoint etc.), please contact ILC Diliman via helpdesk.ilc.upd.edu.ph. Kindly read the FAQs before opening a ticket. For inquiries about DilNet account or creation of a UP Mail account, please contact UP Computer Center at helpdesk@upd.edu.ph For inquiries about Microsoft 365 for UP faculty/students, please contact ITDC at helpdesk@up.edu.ph. To request a Microsoft 365 account, answer this form: bit.ly/office365request. For inquiries about google classroom, please use support.google.com. Please disseminate this information/resources to your faculty/students. Your cooperation is very much appreciated.