Distance Education Updates

10/17/2025

Fall TechBytes

TechBytes is back this fall with dynamic sessions featuring training on our newly launched tools and essential updates for faculty.
Explore our full schedule and register for a session today. You can also catch up on past recordings at your convenience!

10/17/2025

Plan Ahead: YuJa access ends in December 2025

Our contract for YuJa media management will expire in December 16, 2025. It’s important to take immediate action and be proactive in managing your media. 

• Review all your media in YuJa.

• Download relevant files for future use.

• Delete files that are irrelevant and unwanted.

Thank you for your cooperation during this transition.  If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Distance Education Support OR visit the YuJa Support webpage. 

Digital Accessibility Basics Training Series
10/9/2025

Join us for a four-part virtual training series on the basics of digital accessibility. Learn about the new ADA technical requirements taking effect on April 24, 2026, and explore practical strategies for making your digital course materials more accessible in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and D2L. The trainings will be held on Zoom.

Register and learn more about the series.

10/9/2025

Celebrating Excellence in Course Design!

We are proud to announce that the following faculty have been the awarded prestigious Quality Matters certification for their courses.

• Frank Ferdik (CRJ 4300)

• Hamid Noghanibehambari (BUS 2100)

This acknowledgement highlights their commitment to high-quality course design and improving the learning experience for students. The courses are now officially listed in the QM directory of certified courses.

To learn more about the QM course review process, visit the DE Quality Matters website
View the list of 365bet QM Certified courses (opens new window). 

365bet ONLINE QUALITY FUNDAMENTALS (AOQF)
10/9/2025

Fall 2025 AOQF Updates

Based on faculty feedback and updates to federal regulations, we have made the following updates to the Austin Peay Online Quality Fundamentals (AOQF):

1. Fundamental Five has been revised to reflect the federal regulation changes coming into effect in Spring 2026,

2. The AOQF Guidebook has a new look, functioning as a job aid and reflecting the updates to the fundamentals and course review process.

3. A course review checklist was created to support peer and self-reviews to ensure that all criteria for each fundamental is considered.  

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Course Submission Dates

The AOQF can provide you with a solid foundation to pursue the QM certification for international recognition in course design. If you plan on submitting a course to be peer-reviewed through the AOQF program, please see the remaining Course Review Submission Dates:

• Fall B - November 3rd

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Become an AOQF Peer Reviewer!
For completing three accurate and timely AOQF course reviews, earn $500 in:

• Travel funds

• Professional development funds

• Extra compensation 

To be eligible, you must have:

• Completed  APPQMR

• Taught an online class in the last year

• Completed the AOQF Peer Reviewer Workshop in D2L

Submit your application to become a peer reviewer today!

For more information about AOQF, check out the DE AOQF website.

10/9/2025

After completing a course copy, please take the following actions to ensure your quizzes function correctly with LockDown Browser:

1. Navigate to the LockDown Browser tab within the Quizzes tool in D2L.
2. Verify that all required quizzes are enabled.
3. Reconfigure your LockDown Browser settings as needed for the new course.

These steps help maintain quiz security and ensure a smooth experience for students.

10/9/2025

Data Purge
All active courses from 2011 - 2015 will be purged from D2L beginning October 2025. To save data, export course packages or copy to sandboxes. Please contact the DE Support Desk if you need assistance or have any questions.

10/9/2025

365bet’s Tutor.com is dedicated to helping your students succeed by providing free online access to friendly subject matter experts. Students can also find resources on time management, study skills, and technology in the ‘Student Success’ section. Additionally, there are test prep and self-study resources for major exams like the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and NCLEX.

You can access all the analytics for students who use tutoring for your course. To use the service, simply go to your course in D2L, click on ‘Support,’ and select ‘Tutor.com 24/7.’ Make the most of this valuable resource and encourage your students to do the same!

Visit the online tutoring page for more information. 

10/3/2025

 ATTENTION!!

Last week, we issued an update regarding corrupted media files downloaded via YuJa’s Bulk Download feature. We’re happy to share that the issue has been resolved and the feature is now re-enabled. While we work diligently to manage these tools, vendor platforms can occasionally experience unexpected disruptions. You can help ensure a smooth experience by following these best practices:

• Always check that your downloaded media files play correctly, regardless of how they were downloaded.

• YuJa sends bulk downloads via email. Try downloading fewer files at a time and check your junk/spam folder if you do not see the email initially.

9/25/2025

Scheduled System Maintenance
Due to scheduled system maintenance, Turnitin will be unavailable on October 25, 2025, between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm CT. 

9/5/2025

As we begin a new semester, we want to ensure you're equipped with the following helpful tips.

1. Re-enable Honorlock after a Course Copy
In your D2L Course, go to Tools > Honorlock and then click Enable. Review settings for each Honorlock exam that was copied then save your settings. 

2. Allow students to familiarize themselves with the Honorlock Proctoring Process
To help your students succeed, give them an opportunity to experience the Honorlock proctoring process prior to any graded exams. View the resources on our Honorlock Faculty website for more information on test-driving the Honorlock experience.

3. Honorlock Updates
a. Action Items: Honorlock has introduced the new Action Items section at the top of the Honorlock area in your D2L course. This feature is designed to help faculty efficiently monitor sessions that require follow-up, making it easier to address any violations flagged by Honorlock proctors.

b. Feedback on Proctoring Results: You can now provide feedback on flags and violations added by proctors when reviewing an Honorlock session. Let them know if the results were helpful by providing your input, as it will directly contribute to improving the proctoring process.

8/5/2025

Looking to enhance your screenshots or video presentations?
Distance Education offers Snagit and Camtasia to support your content creation needs.

• Snagit is a powerful screen-capture tool with features to elevate your visuals for documents and presentations.

• Camtasia is a robust screen-recording software designed to improve the quality and impact of your video presentations.

If you already have either tool installed, updated versions are now available. To upgrade your current software or request a new installation, please submit a software installation ticket through GovsTech. 

INTRODUCING NEW TOOLS...
8/5/2025

Panorama Accessibility Tool

Panorama is a new accessibility tool in D2L. You will notice icons appearing next to the content items in your courses. These icons indicate the level of accessibility of the content items. When you click on the icon, an accessibility report will pop up, and a new remediation tool can be used to improve the accessibility of D2L content. 

For more information, please review the Panorama Support Webpage. 

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LockDown Browser

LockDown Browser assists faculty in proctoring their classroom. It locks down a student's computer so they cannot navigate outside of the D2L quiz. This makes it ideal for in-person settings where the faculty can monitor students' use of mobile devices or other physical materials during assessments. You can now access the LockDown Browser tab through the Quizzes tool in D2L Brightspace.

For more information, please visit our Testing Integrity webpage.

8/5/2025

Claim your 365bet Zoom License!

Zoom licenses are available for all students, faculty, and staff. Please visit our Zoom portal at apsu.zoom.us, click “Sign in to Account,” and log in using your 365bet credentials to activate your Zoom license. For more information, please visit our Zoom webpage.