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  New Admin Tools Menu in OWL Brightspace

  Updated on November 17, 2025 by Allyson Steward

  The new menu will feature a streamlined list, the ability to pin tools for quick access, and a search function.
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  VoiceThread Goes Appless

  Updated on November 3, 2025 by Rim Zakaria

  In this article, we highlight VoiceThread’s transition to a fully browser-based platform and the upcoming retirement of its mobile and desktop apps on November 17, 2025. This change simplifies access for both instructors and students, reduces technical issues, and enhances integration within OWL Brightspace and Sakai. The update also brings improved accessibility features, ensuring a more seamless and inclusive digital learning experience across all devices.
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  VoiceThread eLearning Webinars: November 2025

  Updated on October 23, 2025 by Rim Zakaria

  In this article, VoiceThread highlights a series of free, interactive webinars scheduled for November 2025, designed to help educators enhance their courses with multimedia tools. The webinars are open to educators worldwide, with access to past sessions available in the full archive.
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  Important Changes to Turnitin in OWL Sakai

  Updated on October 20, 2025 by Rim Zakaria

  Starting September 1st, there will be changes to Turnitin access in OWL Sakai. After this date, Turnitin Similarity will no longer be available in OWL Sakai. Turnitin Feedback Studio will be available for new originality reports.
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  Getting the Most out of Feedback Studio

  Updated on October 15, 2025 by Ashe Night

  Turnitin’s Feedback Studio is a powerful teaching tool available here at Western. Whether you're checking for integrity, or helping students learn proper citation from their reports, here are some simple guidelines to help you configure your settings for success!