University of Wisconsin–Madison

Service Category: Teaching and learning

Instructional technology, tools, and resources directly supporting teaching and learning. Includes learning management systems, in-class and online course development, learning analytics, course evaluation, lecture capture, webinars, and other academic tools for faculty and students.

NameCoach

NameCoach is a cloud-based service that allows students and instructors to record their name, in their own voice.

Gradescope

Gradescope is an assessment tool that allows instructors and graders the ability to quickly and efficiently provide feedback to students via dynamic rubrics and grouping of answers. It handles both physical and digital submissions.

12twenty

12twenty is a survey administration tool used to administer the First Destination Survey and the Workplace Experience Survey for UW–‍Madison students. The outcome data analytics (ODA) tool within 12twenty is used to collect and analyze data and deliver custom reports on career-related experiences and post-graduation outcomes.

Blue

Blue is a digital course evaluation system which will be used at UW–‍Madison beginning in Fall 2025.

Big Interview

Big Interview is a mock interview training tool used by UW–‍Madison students and staff to prepare for interviews as well as practice and improve interview skills. Big Resume, a feature within Big Interview, provides AI generated feedback to optimize resumes. Instructors can also create and review interview assignments and create customized resume scoring guides and downloadable resume templates for students.

DesignPLUS

DesignPLUS is a group of three Canvas integrated tools that help rapidly build and style high-quality courses. These tools help make learning engaging and accessible for all students. Courses built using DesignPLUS tools don’t require advanced technical skills.

Handshake

Handshake is a career services management system that connects students, employers, and career centers on a single platform. Customized profiles help students identify jobs and internships, connect directly with employers, and learn about career events happening on campus.