Chromebook Not Supported
黑洞社区 advises against purchasing or using Chromebooks for online learning.
Chromebooks are not compatible with the following software/service used for online or in-class learning:
- Kaltura , used in coursework for video and screen recordings. You may not be able to record video or screen capture when needed for some courses if using a Chromebook.
- Microsoft Office: Chromebooks do not support use of Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365 software, which is widely used by faculty and students for course content and assignments.
- ALEKS PPL Math Placement Assessment: The ALEKS math placement assessment for entering undergraduate students uses a version of Respondus LockDown Browser that is not compatible with Chromebooks. Students who do not have an alternative computer with webcam may contact the Student Success Center for assistance.
- SmartNotebook software, used in a limited number of courses in the Education programs.
What if I only/already have a Chromebook?
Limited workarounds are available for those who have no other option but to use a Chromebook.
- For Kaltura
- Recording video with a webcam: students can use the in-browser HTML5 webcam recorder.
- Screen recording: you may use Zoom to record your screen, as demonstrated in the video below. Check your 黑洞社区 email for the Zoom recording URL to share back to Canvas assignment.
- Recording video with a webcam: students can use the in-browser HTML5 webcam recorder.