IRC Information Page

Welcome to the IRC! This page contains information about Instructional Resource Center faculty, graduate assistants, and student workers as well as IRC operating hours, a materials and supplies price list, IRC FAQ's and details regarding the lab course EDCI 131/504 in the IRC.

IRC Faculty
Grad. Assistants
Student Workers
IRC Hours
Price List
IRC FAQ's
EDCI 131/504

IRC Faculty, Graduate Assistants & Student Workers

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IRC Hours

2007 - 2008 Academic Year

Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday: 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm

2008 IRC Summer Hours - Summer hours begin Friday, May 9, 2008

Sunday: Closed
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed

IRC Hours Updates:

Updates to regular IRC hours are posted in the Instructional Resoruce Center, on the IRC blogs, and indicated below. Changes in hours may include university breaks, vacation, and summer hours.

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IRC Price List

The IRC is a self serve work area for Ashland University students, faculty, and staff, providing resources such as laminating and binding. A small selection of materials and supplies are available for purchase.

IRC staff is ready to assist patrons with laminating, binding, and making transparencies, however we do not provide drop off service.

Laminating:

We recommend using the roll-top laminator for most laminating jobs. This machine is more cost effective and, once the machine is heated, facilitates larger jobs quickly. Patrons should be prepared for the initial 15 - 20 minute wait while the machine reaches the correct laminating temperature. If you are coming from another campus location, feel free to call ahead and we will turn on the laminator ahead of time.

Ellison Machine:

Patrons bringing in their own paper may use any one of our six Ellison machines for free. ANY use of our paper (even scrap box paper) is a penny per cut.

Payment Options:

Payment for the above supplies and services is required at time of purchase. Cash, checks made out to the University for the exact purchase amount, and University transfer of funds forms are the three payment options available in the IRC. We are unable to take Eagle cards as a form of payment.

Charging to a University Account?

• Have your account name and number ready.  
• You will be required to sign for any account transfer purchase.
  

Not charging a University Account?

• Cash and Personal Checks are accepted.
• Checks should be made out to the exact amount and payable to "Ashland University."

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IRC FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

• Do I have to pay for consumable materials in the IRC (paper, laminating, etc.)?
  Yes. The only time students are exempt from paying for materials is when they are completing assignments for EDCI 131/504. An IRC Price List is posted both inside and outside IRC.

• Are there coin operated copy machines in the Library?
  Yes. Coin operated copy machines are located on the library main floor.

• Is there an Eagle Card copy machine in the Library?
  Yes. One of the copiers on the main floor has Eagle Card access.

• What if I need change to make a copy?
  A change machine is located on the library main floor.

• Are there copy machines in the IRC?
  Yes There is a vendacard/copy card copy machine on the second floor outside the IRC.

• Where do I get a vendacard?
  Vendacards are distributed by College of Education professors on an as needed basis.

• What is a vendacard?
  A vendacard is a small plastic card approximately the size of a credit card. Vendacards, or copy cards, are provided to students by individual course instructors and are to be returned at the end of each semester.
  
  
• Can I pay you money to use the venda card machine?
  No. The IRC is not able to facilitate use of this machine without a venda card.

• Is there a color copy machine in the IRC?
  No . The IRC does not have a color copy machine.

• Is there a color printer in the IRC?
  Yes. A color printer is available in the IRC, it costs 10¢ a page to print color. If the IRC is closed, a color printer is available in 200 Patterson.

• Can I make color transparencies in the IRC?
  Yes. You must use a transparency purchased in the IRC specifically for the color printer.

• How much is a transparency?
  Transparencies are 50¢ for the copier and 60¢ for color printer use.

• May I use my own transparency in IRC copy machines?
  No . Only transparency sheets purchased in the IRC may be used.

• Are laminating machines available?
  Yes . Both a roll top (for larger items) and desktop machines are available. The roll top machine will take an item up to two foot in width. Desktop machines use 8 1/2 X 11 sheets.

• Will someone do my laminating job for me?
  No. Help is available in the IRC, but patrons are generally responsible for completing their project independently.

• Are scanners available for student use?
  Yes. Computers inside the IRC and on the library second floor have scanners.

• I need a digital camera. Does equipment circulate from the IRC?
  No. Cameras and video equipment in the IRC is for lab use only. Contact Information Technologies for equipment circulation at X5405 or visit 100 Patterson.

• I need a digital camera. Are there any available in the library?
  Yes. There are three Sony Mavica digital cameras available at the reserve desk in the library.  Each circulates for a three hour period of time and photographs are saved on disk.  Be sure to bring your own disk to use these cameras.

• Are there network computers available in the IRC?
  Yes. Both Dell and Gateway computers are located in the IRC and library second floor.

• Are IRC facilities only for education majors?
  No. The IRC is open to all AU students, faculty, or staff.

• Is tax charged on my IRC purchase?
  Yes. Tax is charged on all purchases exceeding 15¢.

• Do I have to pay for my purchase?
  Yes. Payment options include cash, personal checks, or charging (transferring funds) a university account.

• Can I use my Eagle card to pay for purchases?
  No. There is not equipment available in the IRC to facilitate this type of purchase.

• Do the curriculum textbooks circulate?
  Yes. Curriculum textbooks circulate for a period of one week.

• Do Activity Books circulate?
  Yes. Activity Books circulate for a period of one week.

• Is there a limit to the number of Activity books/Textbooks I may take?
  Yes. There is a ten book limit for all Activity books and Curriculum textbooks.

• Do materials kits circulate?
  Yes. Materials kits circulate for a period of one week.

• Does the IRC software collection circulate?
  A small section of the IRC software collection is reference, these titles are clearly marked with a yellow dot on the spine label.
  
  
• Is it possible to renew IRC collection items?
  Yes. Unless the item is on hold, it is possible to renew IRC items; renew online through the library catalog or call the circulation desk.
  

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EDCI 131/504 & the IRC

This independent-study course delivered via WebCT provides students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with basic operations of various instructional media and technology. Students are required to demonstrate their skills and knowledge with these technologies in order to successfully complete and pass the course. The basic skills required will provide a foundation for the integration of instructional media and technologies in method courses, field experiences, and other related education courses. ALL modules must be satisfied in order to pass this course.

Instead of a physical classroom space, EDCI 131/504 is facilitated by the IRC; Library second floor. WebCt allows for assignment modules to be completed using any Internet capable computer. However, various assignments must be completed in the IRC, the GA's are available in the IRC for help, and the file cabinet for completed work is located in the IRC.

Graduate Assistants

• How do I contact the Graduate Assistants?
  You may email the GA's at irc@ashland.edu.

• Are Graduate Assistants available for help in the IRC?
  Yes. Check their posted hours.

• Is help available online?
  Yes. Chat is available through WebCT.

• What if I need help with the lab work?
  If after reading the instructions and trying to perform the task, you are still confused, you may schedule an appointment with a graduate assistant or the course instructor for a demonstration. Appointments will not be accepted for due date weeks or finals week. Do not procrastinate!  It is your responsibility to schedule time to complete each module. Do not wait until the end of the term to complete the project.
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where do I buy the book for this class?
  There is not a book to purchase for the 131/504 Instructional Technology Lab; all necessary materials and instructions are located in WebCT.

• Do I have to do all of the lab/coursework in the library/IRC?
  No. Many of the assignments may be completed from your home computer with Internet access.

• How do I log on the network?
  Username is your AU email name and password is your student id (unless you have changed the password).

• What if I don't have AU email?
  Every registered AU student has an email account and student id number. go to the Information Technologies website and click on "Lookup User Name" to find your email account.

• What is my ID number?
  ID numbers are located on student id's, grade reports, and class schedules. If you are having trouble locating your ID number, check with the course instructor or business office.

• Where/what is my "H" drive?
  Every AU student has space on the network with which to "save" work. Select "save as" and scroll down to your logon name, next to Jasper/home/student. Saving to this drive allows you to access your work from any campus networked computer when you login.

• When is a graduate assistant available for help?
  Each semester, the graduate assistant work schedule is posted in the IRC, on the IRC web site, and detailed on the EDCI 131/504: Instructional Technology Lab Blog.  If you need individual instruction, and are unable to be in the IRC during a GA's scheduled time, contact them via email at irc@ashland.edu.

• How do I know I have completed the assignments correctly?
  Students are able to view grades through WebCT. If requirements have not been met, WebCT grading will say "not met." In these instances, students are encouraged to check their portfolio and rubric for assignment specific communication from the GA.

• How do I know I have completed the course?
  The last requirement is emailing the graduate assistant you have completed the requirements.  If there are errors, you will be contacted. It is your responsibility to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• When may I pick up my finished portfolio?
  Portfolio's are generally available for pick up at the beginning of the next semester.  Exceptions may be made for graduating seniors, contact the course instructor for additional information.

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