Dear TLT: How do I Normalize the Volume of an Audio Recording?

Dear TLT, I recently recorded an (audio) interview and noticed that my voice is much louder than my subject’s. Is there any way to amplify his voice so the volume levels are consistent? Sincerely, Professor J. Barnhardt Physics [hr] Dear Professor Barnhardt, Excellent question! It sounds like you need to apply Dynamic Range Compression which will increase the volume…

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VoiceThread is now more accessible than ever

VoiceThread is an easy way to create everything from student presentations to course lectures…. Universal View This view is readable by computerized screen readers used by those with sight issues. This view is also navigable using only the keyboard (no mouse needed) so it’s more accessible to those with physical issues. The Universal View is…

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Poll Everywhere has Come to Charleston: A New Campus License

If you’ve been a fan of the TLT blog, and let’s face it…you know you are, then you’ve probably seen blog posts from faculty members talking about how they use polling in their classes.  Some have talked about using polls for a “quick check” to gauge student comprehension while others have played with using clicker…

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