TEACHING & LEARNING TOOLS

CSUDH offers a range of supported tools to enhance teaching, streamline course delivery, and integrate with Canvas. Explore the list below to find what fits your instructional needs. For more information, email us at canvas@csudh.edu.

Accessibility

SoftwareFeatures
AllyBuilt-in tool into Canvas that provides insight of document accessibility.
CaptionSyncClosed captioning services and video transcription.

Cloud Storage

SoftwareFeatures
DropboxA cloud-based file hosting service that allows users to store, access, and share files securely, promoting collaboration and productivity across various devices and platform.
OneDriveCloud storage service enables users to store, access, and share files securely from any device, enhancing collaboration and productivity.

Collaborative & Multimedia

SoftwareFeatures
PadletCollaborative digital boards for interactive learning and content curation.

Grading & Plagiarism Prevention

SoftwareFeatures
GradescopeAn online grading platform that streamlines grading workflows, provides detailed analytics, and facilitates feedback for educators, enhancing efficiency and student learning outcomes.
TurnitinAn online grading platform that streamlines grading workflows, provides detailed analytics, and facilitates feedback for educators, enhancing efficiency and student learning outcomes.

Labs & Programming

SoftwareFeatures
LabsterAn education platform dedicated to creating fully interactive advanced and curriculum-aligned laboratory simulations.
MATLABProgramming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation.
SPSSStatistical software package widely used by researchers and analysts for data management, analysis, and visualization, facilitating informed decision-making and research findings.

Screen Capture

SoftwareFeatures
CamtasiaVideo editor for instructional videos, enhancing teaching materials, and captivating students with professional quality visuals.
PanoptoRecord, stream, and manage educational videos that enhances student learning experiences.
SnagItTake screenshots, edit images, and record lightweight screen recordings.

Software Suites

SoftwareFeatures
Adobe Creative CloudA collection of software for graphic design, video editing, web development, and photography.
Microsoft Office 365A suite of cloud-based productivity tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, facilitating seamless collaboration for various tasks and projects.

Survey & Data Analysis

SoftwareFeatures
Qualtrics XMWeb based software for creating surveys and generating reports. Available for faculty, students, and staff.

Test Creation & Proctoring

SoftwareFeatures
Respondus LockDown Browser + Responuds MonitorCustom browser that locks down testing environment within Canvas.
RespondusCreate a test using a text file and import into Canvas.