Faculty and Staff Tech Update: December 12, 2024

Hello! 

In the latest edition of the Tech Update, discover AI features on Adobe Express for creative projects, stay ahead of cybersecurity scams, read the top five blog articles and Tech Knowledge Base articles of 2024, and learn more about Classroom Dashboard support. 

You can browse all past issues of the Update on the ITS website. You can also submit tips and success stories that you’d like to share in future updates, through Share IT! 

The IT Service Desk offers technology support 24/7 and is just a call, email, or chat away. Or take advantage of the self-service options at service.northeastern.edu/tech.   

Cheers! 

-M     

Marcus P. Robinson     

Deputy CIO and Associate Vice President, Engagement and Experience   

Unleash your creativity with Adobe Express AI features 

Discover Adobe Express, a design platform available to faculty, students, and staff to create stunning visuals effortlessly. From AI-powered tools like instant background removal and smart resizing to seamless integration with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Teams, Adobe Express saves time and sparks creativity. Whether you’re crafting class presentations or professional graphics, this tool makes it easy to bring your ideas to life. 

Learn more about Adobe Express’ AI features >

Avoid cybersecurity scams this holiday season

This holiday season, scammers are stepping up their game with fake travel deals, phony charities, and too-good-to-be-true sales. Discover the red flags to watch for and keep your celebrations scam-free. 

Get the latest tips to spot and stop phishing scams > 

Top five Tech Knowledge Base articles of 2024

IT Services provides the Northeastern community with quick access to vital information through self-service resources housed in the Tech Knowledge Base. Year after year, knowledge base content is further developed to respond to and grow with the global campus community.  

Find out which KB articles were most popular > 

Top five blog articles of 2024 

IT Services publishes blogs to keep the community informed of the latest developments in technology and in the department. Take a look back at the top five blog articles that created a buzz and were most viewed during 2024. 

View the top-viewed blog articles of the year > 

Seamless technology for smarter, more connected classrooms 

Discover how Northeastern’s latest classroom upgrades bring advanced features to life. From automated video switching to user-friendly touch panels, these enhancements empower instructors and students with a smarter, more flexible learning environment for spring 2025. 

Learn more about the Spring 2025 classroom updates > 

Creating effective group assignments with Feedback Fruits

Instructors now have access to a new, powerful tool designed for effective group assignments. Feedback Fruits’s Group Member Evaluation tool provides instructors with transparent insights into the collaborative process and encourages critical thinking among students by assessing both their own and their peers’ contributions to group assignments.  

• Learn how to integrate Feedback Fruits into Canvas >  

• Take the on-demand training > 

Schedule a consultation with a member of Academic Technologies to learn how to benefit from these features.