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Training Resources

Instructors at Illinois Wesleyan University have access to a wide variety of classroom and online technology to assist them in their teaching. While the list below is not exhaustive, we have tried to provide guides, workshops, and video tutorials for the most commonly used tools for in-person and online teaching. On this webpage, you will find information on the following:

Classroom Guides - Coming Soon!

[classroom quick start, control panel guides]

Educational Technology Guides

In this section, you will find guides on a variety of resources available to faculty. For questions or trainings beyond these guides, please Submit a Request so we can provide further assistance. Click on each resource to learn more:

Coming in Fall 2025!

EdTech:30

Thorpe EdTech:30 is a short, practical demonstration of tech tools and strategies that can be easily implemented into your teaching practice. Showcases will be held via Zoom, and registration is preferred. Check back soon for more info.

Thorpe EdVentures

EdVentures is an informal, monthly series showcasing IWU faculty innovators who serve as your guide through uncharted teaching territories, sharing their experience with innovative tools and pedagogical approaches. 

Byte-Sized Bulletin

Our monthly newsletter, Byte-Sized Bulletin, will begin to arrive in your inbox soon. We'll highlight tips to maximize your teaching and learning and share updates from the IDT team. Miss a month? Our archives have you covered! 

Additional Training or Support

Group, one-on-one, or virtual training sessions are available to faculty through training workshops or by scheduling a meeting with our Instructional Design Team. For technical support, please reach out to Information Technology Services.

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