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URI Engage is a learning platform designed to provide external training, certification programs, and public-facing courses. Managed by the ITS Teaching and Learning team, URI Engage extends learning opportunities beyond the university, supporting continuing education, professional development, and certification programs.

Executive Lead

Michelle Rogers-Estable

Technical Lead

Michelle Rogers-Estable
rogersmd@uri.edu

Support Team

ITS Teaching and Learning Services

About the Service:

Features

  • External Learning Management – Supports training, certification, and non-credit courses.
  • Public Access – Designed for learners outside of URI, including professionals and community members.
  • Flexible Course Delivery – Offers self-paced and instructor-led training options.
  • Credentialing & Certification – Enables digital badging and completion tracking.

Access

Eligibility

  • URI Engage is available for non-matriculated learners, professionals, and organizations seeking training or certification.

How to Access URI Engage

  • Users can browse and enroll in available courses through the URI Engage portal.
  • Instructors and departments can request to host training programs on the platform.

Course Development & Hosting

  • Faculty and departments interested in offering courses or certification programs can consult with the ITS Teaching and Learning team.

Support and Training

Instructor & Department Support

  • Guidance for setting up and managing courses on URI Engage.
  • Assistance with course design, digital credentials, and assessment tools.

Technical Support

For access issues, course setup, or troubleshooting, contact the ITS Service Desk.

 

Get Help:

For assistance with URI Engage course development, access, or support, contact the ITS Service Desk or the ITS Teaching and Learning team.

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OMR Services Change

OMR services are temporarily located in the Carothers Library, Room 170

Exam drop-off, pickup, and consultation are available from 8 am – 3 pm M-F.

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ITS offers Optical Mark Reader (OMR) grading services using an OpScan 8 scanner and Remark OMR Classic Grading Software. This service supports instructors by processing bubble-sheet assessments and delivering a variety of analysis reports. While most users will not need direct access to the grading system, faculty can drop off grading jobs at the ITS Service Desk in the Library.

Executive Lead

Terry Wild

Technical Lead

Keith Banks
kabanks@uri.edu

Support Team

ITS Community Services
Service Desk

About the Service:

Features

  • Drop-off and Pickup: Blank forms, job drop-off, and job pickup are located at the ITS Service Desk in the Library basement.
  • Job Sign-In: All jobs must be signed in and out.
  • ID Required: Identification is needed when picking up completed jobs.
  • Delivery: Completed reports and data files (in Excel format) are emailed to the requester.
  • Turnaround Time: Up to 48 hours for processing.

Access

No Cost: The service is now free—no purchase order required.

Reports Include:

  • Class roster of grades
  • Histograms
  • Item analysis
  • Individualized student reports

Advanced Options:

  • Supports multiple answer keys
  • Weighted questions
  • Multiple sections

Updated System:

  • Uses built-in software grading
  • New look for grading reports

Brightspace Integration: Preparing your OMR Grading Data for Upload to Brightspace will guide users on formatting CSV files for grade upload.

Support and Training

Instructions and Forms: Paper copies are available at the ITS Service Desk; digital versions are below.

Knowledge Articles:

Future Improvements: The process will continue to be refined based on feedback.

Need Help? For assistance or consultation, email omrgrade@uri.edu or contact the ITS Service Desk.

 

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To support learning outside of the classroom, URI has partnered with Instructure’s Canvas Credentials to provide digital badging for faculty, staff, and students. Digital badges are web-enabled credentials that recognize achievements, content mastery, or new skills through non-academic micro-credentialing. These badges contain rich metadata that validates and verifies the learning outcomes they represent, offering a secure and portable way to showcase accomplishments.

Executive Lead

Karen Lokey

Technical Lead

Catherine White
cathywhite@uri.edu

Support Team

ITS Innovation

About the Service:

Features

  • Metadata-Rich Badges: Includes issuer details, criteria, evidence, associated standards, and expiration dates.
  • Real-Time Verification: Ensures credentials cannot be tampered with and are instantly verifiable.
  • Canvas Student Pathways: Design stackable, cross-disciplinary learning pathways incorporating prior assessments and external certifications.
  • Digital Backpack: Provides a free, secure space to share badges via LinkedIn, social media, email signatures, and resumes.
  • Employer Integration: Offers immediate access for employers to validate skills and accomplishments.

Access

Issuer Accounts:

  • URI departments can request accounts for non-academic credentialing.
  • Email the ITS Service Desk to set up an issuer account.

Digital Badges:

  • Badges are issued after participants meet specific learning outcomes or demonstrate mastery of skills.
  • Use Canvas Credentials for creating and issuing badges.

Explore Tools:

Visit the Canvas Credentials and URI Badgr Homepage to learn more.

Support & Training

Resources:

For questions about digital badging or to request a consultation, contact the ITS Service Desk or the ITS Innovation team.