Instructional Design and Course/Program Development
Implementing best practices in program and course design to expand enrollment and student choice, through online, blended, HyFlex and technology-enhanced learning environments.
STELAR
St. Thomas E-Learning And Research Center
Transforming Teaching & Learning
STELAR promotes transformative learning by engaging faculty to develop teaching practices through intentional application of technologies, new course delivery methods, and emerging research, as well as by collaborating with STELAR partners to develop systemic supports so that our St. Thomas innovation has sustainable impact.
Contact Us
Email:
stelar@stthomas.edu
Phone:
(651) 962-7835
St. Paul:
O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library (LL 20)
Minneapolis:
Terrence Murphy Hall (TMH 440)
stelar@stthomas.edu
Phone:
(651) 962-7835
St. Paul:
O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library (LL 20)
Minneapolis:
Terrence Murphy Hall (TMH 440)
Popular Articles from Tommie Tech Services
Follow these links to learn more about the most common instructional technology questions and innovate solutions from the STELAR team at St. Thomas.
Academic Technology & Innovation
Our Service Areas
Instructional technologies and instructional design resources that directly support teaching and learning. This includes consulting on course design, technologies for courses, assessment and learning analytics, media recording and lecture capture, student response systems, training and student digital orientations and badge development.
Instructional Technologies
Managing robust instructional technology, media and related systems in support of learning and instruction.
Digital Learning Success & Badging
Applying Canvas and other instructional technologies to extend knowledge, skills and digital competency development opportunities online.
Research Computing & Emerging Technologies
Applying computing resources to support research and amplify the findings, and support use of emerging technologies (such as VR).
Classroom & AV Technologies
Existing campus audiovisual systems allow instructors to use multiple input and output video sources such as a dedicate classroom PC, laptop and document camera.
Video Studios & Instructional Media
STELAR members can provide guidance and tools for media production that enable instructors to develop audio and video presentations.
STELAR Project Showcase
Take a look at some of the innovative projects we have underway in STELAR, working closely with faculty and other campus partners.
VR and Bodyswaps
Bodyswaps is a skills development platform created for higher education. With modules in DEI, leadership, interview skills, healthcare and more, students who experience Bodyswaps content report feeling more confidence going into difficult conversations.
Badging and Microcredentials
Academic programs that want to ensure student skills or competencies are realized can consider adding badges to courses, such as the engineering lab safety badge that is required before students may work in the labs.
TommieBot 1.0
ChatGPT and other forms of generative AI are presenting opportunities, as well as threats, to higher education. One of the projects underway is the development of our own chatbot, TommieBot, to provide a conversational interface to university content.
Faculty can attend a Lunch and Learn session this Spring, or join the ITS Learning: Book Club to explore ongoing conversations about generative AI at St. Thomas.
Digital Accessibility: It’s About All of Us
Our Digital Accessibility definition: “All people, including people with disabilities and those using assistive technology, can find and use digital content, technologies, and electronic communications.” How are you ensuring that your digital content is accessible to all learners?
Technology News
October 2, 2024
Dr. Manjeet Rege Presented on Tech and AI to the National Council of State Housing Agencies
Dr. Manjeet Rege, chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, co-presented at the 2024 NCSHA Conference on “Tech and AI: Planning Ahead for Leaders.” He was joined by Tony Peleska, CIO at Kraus-Anderson and member of the Software Strategic Advisory Board at St. Thomas. The conference was held in Phoenix, Arizona. "It’s… The post Dr. Manjeet Rege Presented on Tech and AI to the National Council of State Housing Agencies appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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September 10, 2024
Using Augmented Reality to Tell Stories About the ‘Culture of Encounter’ at St. Thomas
In the wizarding world of Harry Potter, readers are delighted to discover that the walls of Hogwarts buildings are covered with magical portraits, capturing the essence of the people featured that then come to life when someone stands in front of them. That technique requires enchantments and spells and things that are impossible to replicate… The post Using Augmented Reality to Tell Stories About the ‘Culture of Encounter’ at St. Thomas appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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August 9, 2024
AI Can Imitate Life When It Comes to Chatbots
Many people often feel like they wish they could be in two places at once. While that may not be physically possible, the possibility is on the rise digitally as artificial intelligence continues to grow and evolve. One Minnesota radio personality, Jordana Green, hopes to have AI continue her legacy now and long after she’s… The post AI Can Imitate Life When It Comes to Chatbots appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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May 16, 2024
Making VR More Immersive: Smell the Difference
Imagine the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, the sweet smell of a chocolate bar, or logs burning on a campfire grill deep in a forest. Adding the sense of smell to the immersive virtual reality experience is right around the corner as more VR applications continue to be developed, according to research by Dr. Seth… The post Making VR More Immersive: Smell the Difference appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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April 30, 2024
University of St. Thomas Answers Industry Desire for Innovation
The rapidly emerging field of artificial intelligence is accessible to a wide variety of individuals thanks to a new Master of Science degree offered by the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering. The Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, developed in consultation with Twin Cities software and tech leaders, will equip students with a… The post University of St. Thomas Answers Industry Desire for Innovation appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.