Distance Education Updates

3/5/2026

Spring TechBytes
We have one more TechBytes left, and it's a must-attend for faculty interested in making the most of Concourse Syllabus.
Register for this session or view recordings on our TechBytes page.

Digital Accessibility Essentials Training
3/4/2026

The NEW Digital Accessibility Essentials Training is now available in D2L!

• What is it?
  It is a self-paced, asynchronous training to learn approaches and digital accessibility remediation techniques in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and D2L. 

• Who should register for the training?
  The training was created for faculty, GTAs, and student workers. 

• How do I take the training?
  The course is live now in D2L as a self-registration course.  For assistance, please use this step guide showing how to access self-registration courses in D2L. 

Don't forget to check out the other resources available on our Digital Accessibility Basics page. 

3/4/2026

Elevate Your Course with QM Certification

Benefits:

• Demonstrates a commitment to quality online learning

• Provides national recognition for 5 years

• Includes $500 extra compensation

• Complete the process on your own timeline

Eligibility

• Full-time faculty

• Fully developed online or hybrid course

• APPQMR

• Chair Approval

To learn more about the QM course review process, visit the DE Quality Matters website.
View the list of APSU QM Certified courses. 

3/4/2026

Access Ends December 2026!

• Explore Microsoft Teams features

• Audit Zoom recordings and whiteboards

• Migrate academic recordings to D2L Media Library

APSU ONLINE QUALITY FUNDAMENTALS (AOQF)
3/4/2026

AOQF Course Submission Dates

If you plan on submitting a Spring 2026 course to be peer-reviewed through the AOQF program, please follow these Course Review Submission Dates:

• Full Spring - March 6th

• Spring B - April 10th

Please check out our AOQF webpage for more information, including how to become a peer reviewer. 

3/4/2026

Honorlock Proctoring Readiness

Prepare your students for success by allowing them to experience the Honorlock proctoring process before taking a graded exam. You can accomplish this by:

Setting up a practice exam
Practice exams are valuable for helping students become familiar with the Honorlock platform and its requirements. This process enables students to approach the online proctoring experience with increased confidence and greater ease.

Setting up a "Simulated - Not proctored" exam 
You can create your exams directly in D2L or use external tools such as McGraw-Hill with this Honorlock setting, allowing students to complete the process without flags or proctor pop-ins.

HonorPrep Guided Tour
This guided tour walks students through the proctoring process in under 7 minutes, providing an overview of the setup and authentication steps required before they begin their quiz.

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Reviewing Session Results

Honorlock's comprehensive knowledge base is packed with tips and tricks to help you navigate and review session results effortlessly.
Discover an easy formula for reviewing results like a pro with the this essential guide - streamline your review process today with Honorlock!

3/4/2026

Bypassing LockDown Browser
After enabling LockDown Browser for a quiz, use the Special Access settings (Availability Dates & Conditions) in D2L Quizzes to allow a student to take the quiz without it.
Contact our support desk if you have questions.

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 Software Update
To obtain the latest version, open the LockDown Browser application, then click the information icon (Windows) or the About button (macOS) and use the “Check for Update” feature. Please inform your students that a new version of LockDown Browser is now available. Advise them to update the software on their devices to ensure compatibility and a smooth exam experience.

1/24/2026

Looking to enhance your screenshots or video presentations?
Distance Education offers Snagit and Camtasia to support your content creation needs.

• Snagit is a powerful screen-capture tool with features to elevate your visuals for documents and presentations.

• Camtasia is a robust screen-recording software designed to improve the quality and impact of your video presentations.

If you already have either tool installed, updated versions are now available. To upgrade your current software or request a new installation, please submit a software installation ticket through GovsTech.