Technologies for Learning

At North Island College there are three core learning platforms your instructors may use: Brightspace (a learning management system for content, quizzes, grades and discussions), Microsoft Teams (web conferencing) and Kaltura/NIC MediaSpace (a video recording, storage and streaming platform to watch video, create video and upload it).

Some instructors may use WordPress (a blogging and website creation platform) hosted by BC’s Open ETC.

Brightspace

NIC-hosted digital course learning environment allowing for password-protected content, discussion forums, class collaboration, assignments, testing, grades etc.

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is a powerful communication app for institutions that enhances collaboration and learning. Video collaboration, chat, assignments, class materials, and notes are all built into the app, and it’s free with a valid, active institution email address. Learn more here.

Kaltura

BC-hosted video storage, sharing and streaming platform allowing faculty and students to screencast/record, upload and share presentations, lectures, labs, student presentations, student assignments etc. Includes free Kaltura Capture video/audio recording tool.

  • Access For Students and NIC Employees: Through ‘My Media’ in Brightspace or via NIC MediaSpace
  • Login: NIC username and password
  • Student Support: NIC Student Technical Services
  • Student Resources: Learn Anywhere Website, Kaltura Website
  • Note 1: MediaSpace (YouTube-like environment) web-facing doorway would be best for those who do not use Brightspace frequently or want a wider screen to manage media
  • Note 2: Locate free BCNET KMS GO App for iOS and Android. Do not upload videos directly to Brightspace. Instead use the My Media area to upload video and link it to your courses via Media Gallery or via inserting media. Students can upload video too. Use Kaltura Capture to record audio and video and directly upload to Kaltura.

WordPress

BC-hosted blogging and micro website platform allowing instructors and students to create websites, blogs, portfolios, reflections etc. This is a free BC post-secondary institution site for any student or instructor. Set up and managed by a group of post-secondary leaders.