Striving and Thriving: The New and Improved VoiceThread
This blog entry is about VoiceThread – a collaborative multimedia slide tool that enables users to upload multimedia in slides where their peers can interact asynchronously – and it’s new and improved interface. The best tools for asynchronous learning are the ones that can most effectively facilitate learning outside of the course meeting times while also consistently striving to deliver a more engaging, user-friendly, and inclusive experience for all students. With a brand-new look and many enhancements, VoiceThread stands out as a high-caliber tool that keeps getting better.
As one of the many technologies available to members of the LUC community, VoiceThread displays a strong dedication to constant improvement in their new and improved interface. The following improvements make for an even better experience using VoiceThread:
- Screen-reader accessibility
- Simplified conversation structure that is more user-friendly
- Zoom & Pan controls for moving as you add a comment
- Easier slide navigation for viewing and commenting
The new interface is available to you now and can be toggled by logging into VoiceThread and going to the Display Preferences page. For anyone who prefers the legacy interface, please keep in mind that it will still be available until summer of 2024.
For more information, be sure to take a look at the ITRS VoiceThread Page and VoiceThread Documentation.
For assistance with VoiceThread, feel free to book an appointment with an ITRS Team member.