OTS Computer Best Practices guide
Did you know that CHP OTS has a Computer Best Practices guide? We encourage you to review this guide to better understand, and become familiar with how various technology decisions are made, and how common questions are addressed.
OTS Computer Best Practices Guide
Ahlberg Hall 106G converted to a LightBoard Studio
Our college now has a LightBoard studio room in AH106G for faculty or staff to quickly and easily record lecture videos and presentations while also writing on a "board.". This room is only accessible upon completion of training. If you are interested in using this space, please contact Glenn Gunnels in the Media Resources Center to request training.
Want to learn more about LightBoard Studios?
For training and key to the LightBoard Studio room please contact Glenn Gunnels glenn.gunnels@wichita.edu
CHP Master classroom touch panels upgraded and video conference PTZ cameras added
The master classrooms 110, 110A, 208, 214, 200, and 201 in Ahlberg Hall have been upgraded with a new touch panel user interface aimed at providing more flexibility and control of classroom presentation. The layout of the screen provides podium, projector, laptop, computer, video and audio controls that will allow presenter to create the appropriate setup for their presentation. One notable upgrade is quicker access to get help through remote support during class by simply calling the help line x3588.
The master classrooms now also have a video conference PTZ (pan, tilt, and zoom) camera that can be quickly controlled from the touch panel using the programmed camera presets. You will be able to use the PTZ camera with the lapel microphone to record your Zoom, Teams or Panopto lectures. This camera can only connect to the room's PC so it will not work with laptops.
Other upgrades in these classrooms include:
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Professional Blu-Ray Players
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Fully HD Document Cameras
- USB-C inputs added
- Faculty desk has dual monitors
It is highly recommended that you view this guide to get full details about these classroom upgrades.
For training and key to the podium for all master classroom please contact Glenn Gunnels glenn.gunnels@wichita.edu
Note: If you don't plan to record a lecture, but your classroom has a lapel microphone, you are still required to use it for ADA compliance.
Ahlberg Hall 300 and 302 Master Classrooms
At this time, rooms 300 and 302 do not have the same touch panel as the other master classrooms. However, if you have not been in these classrooms in the last year then you will notice that the touch panel in these spaces are very different than before so be sure to request training for both spaces. Please see this recommended video overview of the touch panel in these classrooms.
AH 300 and 302 Master Classrooms
For training and key to the podium for all master classroom please contact Glenn Gunnels glenn.gunnels@wichita.edu
Note: If you don't plan to record a lecture, but your classroom has a lapel microphone, you are still required to use it for ADA compliance.
Ahlberg Hall 208 and 214 have ceiling microphones
If you are teaching a hybrid synchronous or hyflex class, you will be able to use these classrooms to allow students in your class to be heard by remote students during class discussions or questions.
Keeping workstations powered on
Contrary to popular belief and practice, the Office of Technology Services (OTS) and WSU Information Technology Services (ITS) recommend computers remain powered on at all times, including weekends and university breaks. This helps ensure each workstation receives timely Windows and Microsoft Office updates from WSU’s Software Center, reduces login times, and minimizes stress on the computer’s hardware.
Poster printer no longer available
The College of Health Professions Office of Technology Services (OTS) no longer provides poster printing services. Please submit print orders to Shocker Printing Solutions.
Desktop saving caution
It is not uncommon for users to save documents to their local computer's desktop, documents, downloads, etc. But did you know that none of these locations are backed up? If your computer crashes, needs replaced, or needs wiped, your files will be lost. It is always the best practice to save files to your network share drives, e.g., personal, departmental, or college shares.
Copier no longer in student lab
There is no longer a copy machine for student access in Ahlberg Hall.A scanner is
available if students would like to scan and print a document. A copy machine is available
for students in Ablah Library.
Professional development trainings
Log onto https://mywsu.wichita.edu periodically to review and register for trainings of interest at the university. This information is found under the Faculty/Staff tab in the Employee Training, Resources & Professional Development area.
Other training resources:
LinkedIn Learning at Wichita State ShockerStart
What is the C-Space at the Wichita State Ablah Library?
Did you know that our campus library has a collaboration space (C-space) for faculty, staff and students to use for various teaching, professional, and research projects? There are graduate students available to assist and trainings are offered every Monday and Tuesday during lab hours. The following is available in the C-Space:
- Green screen, called a One Button Studio, to record more polished and professional presenations
- Sound booth
- Photo studio
- Other advanced media technologies such as video editing software, virtual reality, CAD workstation, app development workstation, and more.
CHP on social media
Do you have a student, faculty or staff story, event, acknowledgement or announcement that should be on CHP’s social media? We want to hear about it!
Send your information, along with a photo, link, or other relevant media to chpcontent@wichita.edu.
Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! Send your fellow faculty, staff, and students some kudos and encouragement by engaging with likes and comments on postings. Don't miss out on the fun!