Improving the Quality of Livestream Education

In response to the growing student demand for flexible and interactive learning options (such as livestream instruction), UVU has provided a technical solution for faculty: Digital Teaching Studios (DTS). These newly designed, custom-built studios are specifically tailored to improve the quality of livestream instruction for faculty and students.

Improved Livestream Experience:

Digital Teaching Studios provide the latest technology, including presentation equipment and a large digital whiteboard to improve the livestream experience for faculty and students.

Supported Hardware and Systems:

UVU support teams are ready to assist during livestream sessions with technology support to ensure a seamless experience.

Flexible:

Digital Teaching Studios allow faculty multiple ways to interact with students from class discussions to traditional lectures in a livestream environment.

Digital Teaching Studio Showcase

KB 130 Features:

  • Microsoft Teams built-in
    • Start class right from the Teams touch panel.
    • Interact with participants on the dual display interface.
  • Record your class for later use.
  • Microsoft Surface Hub 85”
    • Write and draw with an infinite interactive whiteboard.
    • Open and edit files from OneDrive directly on the Surface Hub.
  • Connect your laptop via the provided HDMI cable or wirelessly.

ME 132B Features:

  • Microsoft Teams built-in
    • Start class right from the Teams touch panel.
    • Interact with participants on the dual display interface.
  • Microsoft Surface Hub 50”
    • Write and draw with an infinite interactive whiteboard.
    • Open and edit files from OneDrive directly on the Surface Hub.
  • Connect your laptop via the provided HDMI cable or wirelessly.

CB 300N Features:

  • Microsoft Teams built-in
    • Start class right from the Teams touch panel.
    • Interact with participants on the dual display interface.
  • Microsoft Surface Hub 85”
    • Write and draw with an infinite interactive whiteboard.
    • Open and edit files from OneDrive directly on the Surface Hub.
  • Connect your laptop via the provided HDMI cable or wirelessly.

Scheduling

To schedule a Digital Teaching Studio for an academic class, please contact your Department Chair (or authorized scheduler) for assistance. They will submit a request to the Academic Scheduling Office, and once approved, the livestreaming time will be confirmed in 25Live for faculty use (but will not be visible to students in Banner).

Teaching Support

The Livestream Teaching Academy (LTA) Certification:

The Livestream Teaching Academy (LTA) Certification is the official preparation program for instructors wishing to teach livestream courses at UVU (no previous experience required). This program is designed to give educators an opportunity to develop skills, reflect on past practice, and meaningfully plan for future practice. This certification is designed to advance the newer livestream pedagogy, emphasizing ways to develop instructor presence, peer-to-peer interaction, and how to create meaningful and valuable livestream sessions.

Schedule LTA Certification Training

Meet with an Instructional Technology Consultant:

Schedule a session with an Instructional Technology Consultant from the Office of Teaching and Learning. During this appointment, the consultant will demonstrate the features and functionalities of the Digital Teaching Studios and answer any questions.

Schedule Consultation

Troubleshooting

Support teams are ready to assist with technical difficulties or other questions to ensure a successful livestream session.

  • Call Audio/Visual Services & Engineering (AVSE) at 801-863-1111 if you encounter technical issues with the hardware or setup of the Digital Teaching Studios.
  • Contact the UVU Service Desk at (801) 863-8888 if you have questions about Canvas, Teams, or Microsoft products when using Digital Teaching Studios.

Feedback

To help improve Digital Teaching Studios and the livestreaming experience, please provide feedback by contacting Audio/Visual Services & Engineering or the Office of Teaching and Learning.