Faculty & CIE Articles

Does Your Project Need to be Heard?

Does Your Project Need to be Heard?

Did you know that thanks to the NMC BBQ, NMC has a licensed music library that is available for employee and student use? The online music library is available 24/7. Acceptable uses include adding music to class activities such as presentations, videos, or other media...

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Course Shells Are Ready!

Course Shells Are Ready!

Have you been wondering when to start getting ready for your summer or fall semester? Well wait no more!  If you have been assigned to a course your Moodle shell is ready for you. If you would like help importing content from a previous course just submit a help desk...

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Missing Something?

Missing Something?

Ever have the feeling something's missing, but you didn't know what? Could it be you were missing the Horizontal Line icon on the tool bar in the text editing boxes in Moodle? Well, have no fear, it has returned! The Horizontal Line is located at the end of the first...

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I Want My Old Body (of Curriculum) Back

I Want My Old Body (of Curriculum) Back

Ever wish things could remain the same and the world would stop changing?  The effect of time on our bodies is something that gets a lot of publicity with numerous strategies to keep us looking as young as ever without grey hair, wrinkles, or weight shifts.  Yet, it...

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Gradebook Training – Coming Soon

Gradebook Training – Coming Soon

Coming soon to a classroom, computer, or appointment near you! If you want to set up your Moodle gradebook for an entire course or learn how to add extra credit or curve a test, there will be a variety of training options beginning in April. The Educational Media...

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Moodle Tip:  Word Count in Forums

Moodle Tip: Word Count in Forums

Did you know that Moodle forums have a built in word count feature? To apply to your forums: Open Edit settings. Expand the Attachments and word count. Set Display word count to Yes. Scroll down and select Save and display. Once this setting is applied, students and...

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Explore Open Textbooks for Your Courses

Explore Open Textbooks for Your Courses

The world of Open Educational Resources is exploding as educators work to make college more affordable.  Experienced instructors are sharing their creative content with others who can adopt and adapt free online materials to suit their own courses. Here are a few...

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