VoiceThread

Overview

VoiceThread is an interactive multimedia platform designed to enhance collaborative learning by enabling faculty and students to upload and share multimedia presentations asynchronously. Through VoiceThread, participants can engage with documents, videos, images, and presentations using audio, video, or text comments, creating a dynamic and interactive learning experience.

Key Features

  • Multimedia Uploads: Supports documents, presentations, images, and videos, enabling a wide range of content to be shared and discussed.
  • Asynchronous Interaction: Allows participants to leave audio, video, or text comments, promoting flexible peer interaction and collaboration.
  • New Accessibility Features: Fully accessible for screen readers, making VoiceThread inclusive for all users.
  • Enhanced User Experience: New “One Conversation” structure simplifies navigation and interaction, making discussions easier to follow.
  • Zoom & Pan Functionality: Improved commenting tools with zoom and pan capabilities enhance engagement with visual content.

Benefits

  • Engaging and Flexible Learning: Enables students to participate in interactive discussions and projects on their own schedule, supporting varied learning styles and promoting collaboration.
  • Inclusive Design: Accessibility features make VoiceThread usable for a diverse range of students, ensuring that all participants can contribute meaningfully.
  • Improved Communication: Facilitates asynchronous peer feedback, enhancing the quality of interaction and feedback in group projects and discussions.
  • Rich Visual Interaction: New Zoom & Pan features allow deeper engagement with content, supporting detailed discussions around visual materials.
Available to

VoiceThread is available to all active Loyola University Chicago faculty and students as part of the university’s digital learning resources.

Cost

 

This service is provided at no additional cost to eligible* individuals or departments, as it is fully funded by the institution.

*Questions on eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*