January 7, 2025
As we prepare for the 2025 Spring semester, we want to share some exciting news and updates from the LSU Online & Continuing Education Academic Technology team.
Turnitin Update
Effective December 31, 2024, Educational Testing Services (ETS) discontinued support for the Turnitin e-rater grammar tool. As a result, grammar-check functionality within Feedback Studio is no longer available. In the coming month, the corresponding Moodle settings will be removed to simplify the user experience.
Updated Faculty Resources & Support Website
January 6th, we released an updated layout of our Faculty Resources & Support website (opens in new tab) . The new site provides a search function to help you find the resources you need. Take the tour to see the new features! Our team is committed to refining the site based on your input. Please continue to submit suggestions for improvements via the Faculty Resources & Support website feedback survey (Qualtrics) (opens in new tab) .
Moodle Upgrade
We are planning and testing for the next LSU Moodle upgrade, scheduled to take place after the Spring term ends in May. As the upgrade nears, we will share specific dates and details on this LSU OCE Updates page (opens in new tab) . Continue to check here in March and April for information about specific updates and new features! We will also include upgrade information in the monthly IT Wire email.
Technology Training & Support
Last, we want to remind you that academic technology support is always available to you should you have any questions or need assistance. The Faculty Technology Center (FTC) provides Moodle support, consultations, and innovative solutions to faculty and graduate teaching assistants tailored to their individual teaching. Services include workshops, webinars, and customized workshops by request. The following training opportunities are forthcoming. Click the links to register!
- Moodle How-To: Using Turnitin Within Moodle Activities (opens in new tab)
- When: Tuesday, January 7, 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Facilitator: Phoenix MacAiodh
- Moodle for New Faculty (opens in new tab)
- When: Wednesday, January 8, 10:00 AM–11:00 AM
- Facilitators: Yi-Pin Johnson
- Moodle Gradebook Overview (opens in new tab)
- When: Thursday, January 9, 1:30 PM–2:30PM
- Facilitator: Greg Brignac
- Introduction to Panopto: Uploading Videos and Managing Permissions (opens in new tab)
- When: Friday, January 10, 10:00 AM –11:00 AM
- Facilitator: Roland Baker and Matt Caprio
For direct support, you can reach out to the FTC via:
- Phone: Call 225-578-1020 or 225-578-3375 (option 2)
- Email: Send your queries to ftc@lsu.edu to create a support ticket
- Virtual Walk-Ins: Attend FTC virtual walk-in hours (opens in new tab) between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Additionally, the LSU Online & Continuing Education’s Design & Development team provides In-Residence Support (opens in new tab) to enhance your courses. All LSU faculty can receive dedicated, personalized course design support.
Thank you for the opportunity to continue serving LSU. Have a great semester!
LSU Academic Technology
LSU Online & Continuing Education