Driving digital equity and inclusion with no-code tools

I introduced no-code/low-code platforms previously in the I want to develop an app, but… post. At that time, I stated “low code is considered a pathway to empowerment for individuals underrepresented in the digital sector.“ Today, thanks to a partnership with Texas State University’s TRIO program, I am proud to share, we are now taking

Let your computer read aloud for you: supporting disabilities and different learning styles

I have a confession to make, I am the kind of person that benefits from hearing text. I am an auditory learner. On top of that I have some vision challenges. Thankfully, through advances in artificial intelligence (AI) I now have access to services that support my needs. I now even use this feature to

Brainstorm remotely with MS Whiteboard

In a traditional face to face environment, teams often use whiteboards to collaborate, brainstorm and flesh out ideas. The Technology Innovation Office relies heavily on this practice to flesh out projects and design solutions. This is also a very common practice in the classroom. So how do we do this when we are all working

Microsoft releases live captioning in MS Teams

Teams is one of the many applications available to members of Texas State University through Microsoft Office 365.  MS Teams provides users with advanced collaboration capabilities and allows them to leverage Office 365 applications through a single point of access.  One of it’s very useful capabilities is the ability to host video meetings right from

Microsoft releases Private Channels feature for MS Teams

Microsoft Teams is an Office 365 application focused on creating a cohesive collaboration environment for teams within the organization. It is available to all students, faculty, and staff at Texas State. Within a Teams space, information can be organized by subject in areas called Channels. Up until now, all channels and their content have been