Interactive Learning Center Diliman

Seminars or Workshop

UVLê for Teaching Effectiveness Course (TEC) February 1, 2024

ILC Diliman Basics of UVLê for TEC – February 1, 2024 February 1, 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 or UVLê, the University of the Philippines’ learning management system or LMS. Organized by the Office for the Advancement of teaching, the session featured Dr. Miguel Francisco M. Remolona, Director of ILC Diliman, as the keynote speaker. Dr. Remolona introduced UVLê as more than just a digital extension of the classroom, wherein  it’s a dynamic space where educators can streamline their teaching, engage students effectively, and integrate technology seamlessly into their courses. He guided participants through essential features such as accessing UVLê via DilNet and UP Mail, customizing user profiles, and linking UP Mail for a more effortless and secure experience. Going beyond the basics, Dr. Remolona demonstrated how UVLê empowers teachers with tools tailored to their needs. He walked the audience through key functionalities under the basic teacher role, including CRS-UVLê integration, setting up course pages, and building interactive learning modules. His hands-on approach made the platform’s capabilities more tangible, showing educators how to optimize their use of UVLê for a smoother, more engaging teaching experience. Dr. Remolona was assisted by Ass. Prof. Adelson Chua, the Training Education & 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.

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.

ILC Diliman holds Basics of Teaching with UVLê 3 for Institute of Biology, UP Diliman

ILC Diliman ILC Diliman holds Basics of Teaching with UVLe 3 for Institute of Biology, UP Diliman September 25, 2019 The Interactive Learning Center (ILC) Diliman conducted the Basics of Teaching for the  University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLê) training last September 22, 2019 at the Institute of Biology (IB). The training for the IB faculty was initiated by Dr. Carmela P. Espanola for the participants to fully utilize UVLê and implement online activities for their classes. Project Development Associate (PDA) for EdTech Advancement Asst. Prof. Michael Van Supranes from the School of Statistics explains the new features and interface OVCAA-ILC Diliman Project Development Associate (PDA) for EdTech Advancement Asst. Prof. Michael Van Supranes led the UVLê training together with ILC Diliman Director Joseph Ryan Lansangan. ICT Associates Mr. Tristan Jake A. Alcantara and Ms. Jennifer I. Estrada also helped in facilitating the UVLê training.  The UVLê training focused on the Basic Teacher role in UVLê and some of the more advanced features and tools available to enhance teaching and learning. The Basic Teacher role has basic capabilities in setting up activities (Assignment, Choice, and Forum) and resources (File, Label, and URL). Setting up the Gradebook, using the Question bank and Quiz activity were among the discussed advanced features. ILC Diliman Director Associate Prof. Joseph Ryan Lansangan (left most), Faculty of the Institute of Biology and Project Development Associate (PDA) for EdTech Advancement Asst. Prof. Michael Van (Presentor) For more information or details on handling your online modules, email us at ilcdiliman@up.edu.ph; call (632) 8981-8500 loc 2058; or through our  helpdesk at https://helpdesk.ilc.upd.edu.ph.