Sam Houston State University

This office is the SHSU Faculty's technical advisor for the design, purchase, and utilization of classroom-based technologies; i.e., computers, audio/video recording, playback, and Internet broadcasting

CONTACT INFORMATION
James L. Van Roekel, Director
Campus Box 2060
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341
PH 936.294.3129
FX 936.294.4920
vanroekel@shsu.edu

 

1004% Increase Fall Semesters 2001-2005

Introduction to Podcasting

Tegrity Systems

Tegrity WebLearner Platform packages are turn-key hardware and software solutions for converting classroom presentations into multi-media web content for on-demand and live delivery via the internet, employing browser-based viewing and interaction with no special software plugins for students. Purchased with funds from the AIT/UCS TIFB HE4 grant.

There are 5 Tegrity systems available on campus:
1 -- College of Arts and Sciences, Contact John Huber
1 -- Criminal Justice Center, Contact David Epps
1 -- Teacher Education Center, Contact Bob Garrett
1 -- Newton Gresham Library, Contact Lynn McMain
1 -- College of Business, Contact Joe James

Training for these systems is being offered by Jacob Spradlin, University Computer Services.

Editor Training Manual (.pdf)
Studio Training Manual (.pdf)
Agenda

Portable Digital Studios

Laptop and digital video cameras for multimedia content development. Purchased with funds from the AIT TIFB HE3 grant.

Non-linear Digital Video Editing Systems

Professional video systems for capturing, editing, and rendering multimedia content. Purchased with funds from the AIT TIFB HE3 grant.

Digital Video Library Server

A 2 terabyte server for storing, cataloging, and accessing digital video materials. Purchased with funds from the AIT TIFB HE3 grant.

Satellite@SAM

The content is part of the Society of Success and Leadership Speakers Series sponsored by the Department of Student Activities and is being videotaped and broadcast nation-wide by CJC Media, RTV technicians, and University Computer Services utilizing equipment purchased with funds from the TIFB HE3 grant awarded to Academic Instructional Technology and off-campus leased technologies.