Setup a Virtual Backdrop for Zoom

So the backdrop for your Zoom meetings isn’t that amazing? Maybe you can spice it up? Please note though, it does take more than a little computer power to do this as it’s a real time graphics effect that makes this work. First check out this support article at Zoom: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/210707503-Virtual-Background Short cheat sheet version: […]

Microphone Settings — trouble-shooting

If you are having trouble with your microphone when using Zoom please check your microphone input settings to ensure there is input level. Both Windows and Mac settings are addressed below: On MS Windows it would look something like this: In the bottom right corner of your screen, you will notice the volume icon in […]

When I need Zoom Support …

If I have technical difficulty with Zoom what do I do? Test your computer with Zoom before class.  Check out the audio and video settings. If you have problems, the first thing to do, is to completely shut down your computer and restart.  Most computer problems are corrected with this remedy. Before you begin your […]

Setup Auto Recording in your Zoom Session

2.5 minute Video Tutorial of this process To add automatic recordings for a specific Zoom meeting/class session: Login to https://pepperdine.zoom.us Go to My Meetings. Click on  the meeting/course name from the list of Upcoming Meetings  Scroll down to the bottom of the list of settings for that meeting/class session and click Edit this Meeting This re-opens the […]

Etiquette for Online Meetings and Conference Calls

Ok, so you’re going to attend a meeting or a class OR A JOB INTERVIEW online using something like a conference call, Zoom, WebEx, Skype for Business, or Google Teams, or … you get the idea. First, let’s not alienate those we’re connecting with and potentially endanger our careers or at the very least embarrass […]

Westlaw’s Table of Authorities app

So you need to create a Table of Authorities? So FUN!!! How about some help? Westlaw has a spiffy solution for this challenge. Go to this site and login with your Pepperdine Caruso Law School Westlaw credentials. You will be prompted to upload your completed document. HERE is a video that shows you the entire […]

Zoom for Faculty: Scheduling a class in Courses, meeting settings, and generally winning!

This blog article covers: Using Zoom through Courses Manage participants Share screen Breakout groups Additional LawTech Articles and resources If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Information Services at support@law.pepperdine.edu or (310) 506-7425. Zoom is an online meeting platform and the University’s web conferencing software that will be used for holding classes […]

Uploading your Examplify Exam — life is good!

a quick and easy process… Click Exam Controls then Submit Exam If you are certain that you would like to submit your exam, check “I am ready to exit my exam”.Then click “Submit Exam.” WARNING: Once you click “Submit Exam,” you cannot re-enter your exam. Once your exam has been successfully uploaded, you will receive the green confirmation […]

Uploading at the END of your exam: Examplify

When you have finished typing your exam answer(s) in Examplify, you will need to successfully close out of Examplify. If the upload process is taking some time or seems to be “timing out,” then restart your laptop computer, and Examplify will attempt to upload your exam again after it has found an valid Internet connection.

Tech Help

There are two places to get technology support here at Pepperdine. The University Help Desk and the Information Services Tech Support Desk located at the Public Services Desk in the School of Law Library. University Help Desk (HELP) The Pepperdine University Information Technology (University IT) department provides direct technical support for students via the University’s […]

Turnitin

Turnitin is a plagiarism detection service that Pepperdine School of Law faculty may use when you submit a paper for grading. This service provides a detailed assessment of originality on any submitted work by performing a search for textual similarities to other works in academic journals, on the Internet, and within its own database of […]

Wavenet

Wavenet is a web-based portal that provides faculty, staff, and students, with one-stop access to many different password-protected resources. You should have received an email from Pepperdine University with your login instructions. Please call the University Help Desk at (310) 506-HELP (x4357 from any on-campus phone) if you need assistance logging into Wavenet . These are […]

Fax Services

Fax Services at Pepperdine Law A copier equipped with fax capability is available for student use (sending and receiving).  It is located in the public area of the Harnish Law Library. FAX NUMBER: (310) 506-4330 Instructions for sending a fax are here. If you have any questions, please speak with a Computing Support team member […]

Gmail: Email forwarding and Auto-Responder (Out of office message)

Have you ever wished you could just have all your email from a particular gmail account arrive in another email account? Or maybe you’re planning a trip and you want folks to understand that you’re not available during that time you’re away? You should take a look at setting up email forwarding and/or an out […]

Using Canned Responses in Gmail for multiple signatures

Did you know that Gmail will support multiple signature files? This can come in handy when you are working with different teams or are responding to messages from a prospective employer. You may need to put different information in your signature (block of text at the end of your email message) based upon the person […]

Kronos 7: Timekeeping at Pepperdine

Have you figured out how to use Kronos 7 yet? Perhaps you’re still struggling with the basics of getting around and entering your information correctly. Here are a few resources which you might find helpful. First, a video introduction to Kronos 7: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnE8Lydm-qk The video is helpful, but still limited. So here are some recommended […]

Forgot Your Password? MyID Reset

The MyID PIN Reset outlines the process for resetting a forgotten password via MyID: 1. Go to: https://myid.pepperdine.edu 2. Click Option 2: Click “Set/Reset Password” 3. Enter your NetworkID. 4. Type the letters displayed in the picture. 5. Select the check box (to allow PIN text message) 6. Click “Request PIN” 7. You will receive a […]

7 Legal Apps for Law School Students

1. FastCase: This free app available for the iPhone, iPad, and Android allows you to search for cases that have occurred in all 50 states. See the FastCase Web site for more information. 2. Want to know more about your Supreme Court Justices? The app called PocketJustice gives you all the information you need in the palm of your hand. […]

Panopto: Class Recording

Interested in recording your class? Panopto is Pepperdine University’s lecture capture system integrated into Courses by Sakai and will archive your course session recordings for up to five years. Courses hosts the Panopto features which are automatically linked with Zoom’s recording features when accessed through Courses’ Zoom Pro Tool. If you plan on recording your […]

Computer Network Policy

Computer Network Policy: As a Pepperdine student, you are obligated to observe a code of conduct as detailed in your Pepperdine Law student handbook. This code of conduct includes the “Computer and Network Responsible Usage Policy,” which governs the use of personal computers, mobile devices, and other technologies at the University as well as the Pepperdine […]