2025-2026 MELA Minutes

Dr. Wilhite noted that there is significant faculty usage with both tools, particularly with the LTI . Additionally, Dr. Wilhite provided a quick overview of Turnitin usage by classes at MCCB and mentioned that she has also been in communication with other vendors to explore potential alternatives. b. DEN (Digital Educators Network) Updates : Dr. Wilhite shared that they are in the process of updating Canvas credentials . Once various badges are implemented, she plans to launch the webinar course for this year. The course will include prerecorded sessions , such as the Accessible Spotlight. Key updates include:  Each webinar course will feature a badge upon completion.  For the MSVCC Tech Tool Course , each module will have its own badge, and there will also be a badge for completing the entire course.  Digital Teaching and Learning will have its own badge as well.  When Part Two launches in the spring , it will include its own badge. Dr. Wilhite expressed her hope to have everything in place soon. The LTI is already integrated, and she is aiming to start the webinars in October for faculty training c. New ReadyGo : Dr. Wilhite shared that the new ReadyGo is now available to all institutions. Following Jim’s presentation and discussions with some institutions already using it, it was revealed that two institutions have transitioned to the new ReadyGo. These institutions contacted Cidi Labs directly to initiate a trial run of the software, as it can operate in tandem with the old ReadyGo . Dr. Wilhite explained that after learning from these institutions and addressing a roadblock at the state level, her recommendation is for institutions interested in using the new ReadyGo to contact Cidi Labs directly and request a trial. Institutions should be able to access the new version without any delays or changes to the existing contract. For future renewals, Dr. Wilhite recommended ensuring that the contract wording covers both versions of ReadyGo, as there are no additional charges associated with the new ReadyGo. d. Accessibility Score: Dr. Wilhite shared a website with the group regarding Accessibility Scores : Mississippi WHPC Accessibility Policies.