Academic Technologies

Academic Technologies (AT)a unit of Technology Services (TS), delivers, manages and supports core technologies and instructional resources to enhance teaching and learning, student engagement, and to promote positive learning outcomes through a variety of instructional approaches.  View the Academic Technologies Organization Chart.  View the AT Slideshow.

Recently showcased in the TS annual report of projects and services for 2022, AT remains committed to delivering, managing and supporting systems and services such as: VCU’s Canvas learning management system, physical classrooms and labs outfitted with the latest audio/visual hardware and computing devices, workshops for faculty to learn effective utilization of technology in their classes, overseeing construction of new or renovated buildings to ensure reliable technology environments are implemented, event coverage via video streaming, and negotiating huge savings for students on the cost of applications (i.e. Adobe Creative Cloud & Top Hat) that provide opportunities for development of skills that prepare students for entry into the workforce. Please take a few minutes to review the achievements of all areas of Technology Services.

Our Services at a Glance ...

Below are highlights of the systems and services provided by Academic Technologies.

Adobe Creative Cloud
Collection of applications used for photography, design, video, digital imaging, animation and more.

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Canvas LMS
A web-based learning management system used to develop and deliver course materials and assessments online.

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Canvas 3rd Party Tools
Tools that Integrate with Canvas LMS (i.e. VoiceThread, Respondus, Top Hat, Turnitin).

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Classroom Technology
Maintenance of software and multimedia equipment in centrally-managed classrooms and labs.

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Classroom TechSquad
Centrally-managed classroom support, available via hotline phone numbers for both campuses.

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Kaltura
Cloud-based system for storage, playback and distribution of recordings.

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Loaner Laptops
Maintenance and management of loaner laptops available to students and teaching faculty.

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Planning & Design
Technology planning and design for new or renovated academic buildings and spaces.

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Top Hat
Student engagement tool used to conduct polls, track attendance, and create digital assessments in the classroom.

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Training
AT hosts a variety of workshops and events for the technologies we maintain and support.

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Video Services
Video production, consultations, and streaming services for a variety of instructional needs.

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Zoom
Desktop conferencing solution to support remote instruction and collaboration.

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