Table 1.
A short list of some resources that are available for helping with the transition to an online course in short order
| Purpose | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Zoom (31) | Remote video hosting. Allows for screen sharing and video capture (with fancy backgrounds). Currently free resource for all online teaching. Has an audio-only option for phone call-in for those who are unable to use a computer. |
| YouTube (30) | Creating a class YouTube channel can be done with privacy as invite only. YouTube provides free transcription services. | |
| Google Hangout/Google Classroom (14) | Virtual meeting space. May require different subscription. Upper limit of 100 concurrent users. | |
| Video capture | Kaltura (15) | Remote video hosting and video capture. Provides transcription. Directly linked to some learning management systems. |
| TechSmith Snagit (27) | Screen capture that allows for sharing of a lecture or learning content. | |
| Captioning | CADET (29) | Captioning software that can also provide audio description scripts. Slightly complex to use and install but very powerful. |
| Virtual laboratories and laboratory alternatives | MERLOT (19) | A variety of different types of virtual laboratories. |
| LifeSciTRC (16) | Collection of course materials (including case studies) curated by practicing faculty. | |
| NCCSTS (20) | Case studies, requires membership. | |
| PhET Interactive Simulations (28) | Interactive simulations: generally more aimed at introductory level, but could be applicable in some cases. | |
| Lt (1) | ADInstruments is currently providing free Lt software to enable virtual laboratories. |
Websites are current as of March 24, 2020.