DLINQ Intern Consultations and Labs – Digital Learning & Inquiry (DLINQ)

Student Consultations

DLINQ Interns consult with students on digital projects for academic and student activity work. Consultation requests can include but are not limited to:

discovery phase project strategies
software recommendations
design feedback
how to get un-stuck while in the development phase

We also meet with students to consult and evaluate AI tools for their academic and extra-curricular work. Use the form below to request a consultation with a DLINQ Intern.

Instructor Consultations

Professors seeking assistance with their course assignments or workshops for their students should use this form.

Intern Consultation

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Meet with a DLINQ Intern to collaboratively evaluate* the use of new AI tools and services.

Here are some of the questions that can be explored:

Does this AI tool meet the needs of your assignment or activity?**
How reliable is this tool?
What are the ethical considerations when using this tool?
How does this tool handle questions of data privacy and security?
How accessible is this tool?
What biases does this tool have?
How does this tool scale to meet future needs?
How does this tool work with other Middlebury supported services?
What are the costs associated with using this tool?

Duration: 30 minutes***

*Please be aware that new AI tools are being developed at a rapid pace. These evaluations cannot predict the future, they can only assess the tools as they are in this moment.

**If this relates to a course assignment or project include the course name, instructor, and ai policy language from the syllabus.

***Follow up consultations may be necessary for more in-depth evaluations.

Editing audio using Adobe Rush or Audacity. Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing audio
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Simple multi-track editing: levels
Saving the project
Exporting a media file

Duration: 30 minutes

Editing audio using Adobe Audition or other audio editing software. Topics can include:

Intermediate editing: effects, panning
AI-assisted

Duration: 30 minutes

Enhance your online privacy, using Trace your Shadow, Lightbeam for Firefox or Thunderbeam-Lightbeam for Chrome, and Ghostery.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Visualize and understand your digital footprint and online data traces
Block trackers and enhance your online privacy
Review the College’s Password Policy and tips about passwords.
Other digital wellness and data privacy related topics

Duration: 30 minutes

Basic data analysis, manipulation, and visualization using RStudio and Shiny.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing/ reading data
Saving the project
Exporting the project

Duration: 30 minutes

Introduction to LinkedIn Learning.

Topics include:

Account activation
Introduction to LinkedIn Learning's vast library of courses
Exploring and/or identifying new skills and knowledge in your chosen fields of interest
Creating personalized learning playlists

Duration: 30 minutes

Editing photos using Adobe Photoshop and other editing software.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing images
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Simple multi-layer editing
Saving the project
Exporting a media file

Duration: 30 minutes

Editing photos using Adobe Photoshop and other editing software.

Topics can include:

Intermediate editing:
Selection and masking
Layers and blending modes
Color correction and adjustment layers
Working with filters, effects, and text
Content aware tools
Photo manipulation and artistry
AI-assisted

Duration: 30 minutes

Crafting posters, logos, illustrations, and artwork using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and other designing software and printing help

Topics include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing media file
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Simple multi-track editing: Graphics, illustrations, filters, and effects
Saving the project
Exporting a media file
Print preparation using go/poster

Duration: 30 minutes

Intermediate strategies for crafting posters, logos, illustrations, and artwork using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, and other designing software and printing help

Topics include:

Intermediate editing:
Layout and composition
Adding images and advanced graphics
Illustrations and icons(Adobe Illustrator)
Typography, branding and color, background and whitespace
AI assisted

Duration: 30 minutes

Harness the power of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.

Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive & Google Suite: Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Google Drive:

Setting up the software
Creating/activating account
Basic formatting, editing, and collaboration features.
Demonstrating document creation, spreadsheet management, and presentation design.
Highlighting features like collaboration, version history, and sharing options.
Integration with Gmail and Google Drive.(G suite)
Saving and exporting files and documents
Exploring new AI features in these tools

Duration: 30 minutes

Crafting compelling and interactive visual storytelling experiences using Storymaps.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing video, audio, and images
Organize the content by arranging sections or chapters
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Saving the project
Publishing and sharing the media

Duration: 30 minutes

Slack: Channels, Messages, Files, Integrations:

Setting up the software
Creating/activating account
Introducing channels for organized communication
Basic sending messages, using threads, and mentioning others effectively
Demonstrating file sharing and integration with other tools

Zoom: Meetings, Webinars, Screen Sharing

Setting up the software
Creating/activating account
Scheduling and joining meetings
Video conferencing etiquette and best practices
Screen sharing, breakout rooms, and recording features

Duration: 30 minutes.

Editing video using Adobe Rush or iMovie. Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing video, audio, and images
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Simple multi-track editing: levels
Saving the project
Exporting a media file

Duration: 30 minutes

Video Editing using Adobe Rush, Adobe Premiere or other video editing software

Topics can include:

Intermediate video editing
AI-assisted

Duration: 30 minutes

Distribute video using Panopto and other video distributing software.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Starting a project
Importing video
Simple editing: cut, copy, paste
Adding metadata: Title, description, relevant tags
Sharing the video to individuals, groups, or make them public.

Duration: 30 minutes

Website development using MIddCreate and Wordpress.

Topics can include:

Setting up the software
Choosing and installing a theme
Customizing a theme: appearance
Installing plugins
Creating pages
Adding media and content/li>
Launching the website
Monitoring and maintaining the website

Duration: 30 minutes

Intermediate web development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in MIddCreate, Wordpress, and CodePen.

Intermediate web development
AI assisted

Duration: 30 minutes

Work with A DLINQ Intern to explore the uses of VR, AR and XR using the Oculus.

Topics can include:

Setting up the equipment
Navigating and selecting applications
Exploring the use for learning and community building

Duration: 30 minutes

If you do not see an appointment topic that meets your needs, or you are unsure, please choose "Other" and share as much detail as possible. We may not be the experts in these situations, but we can assist you in finding help and making decisions.(Required)

Notes about your project...

Please include details, this will help us prepare for when we meet. If this is a course assignment or project include the course name, instructor, and syllabus language.

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AI Consultation

Meet with a DLINQ Intern to collaboratively evaluate* the use of new AI tools and services.
Here are some of the questions that can be explored:
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<li>Does this AI tool meet the needs of your assignment or activity?**</li>
<li>How reliable is this tool?</li>
<li>What are the ethical considerations when using this tool?</li>
<li>How does this tool handle questions of data privacy and security?</li>
<li>How accessible is this tool?</li>
<li>What biases does this tool have?</li>
<li>How does this tool scale to meet future needs?</li>
<li>How does this tool work with other Middlebury supported services?</li>
<li>What are the costs associated with using this tool?</li>
</ul>

Duration: 30 minutes***

*Please be aware that new AI tools are being developed at a rapid pace. These evaluations cannot predict the future, they can only assess the tools as they are in this moment.

**If this relates to a course assignment or project include the course name, instructor, and ai policy language from the syllabus.

***Follow up consultations may be necessary for more in-depth evaluations.

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Intermediate Audio editing

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Data Privacy

Enhance your online privacy, using <a href="https://myshadow.org/trace-my-shadow">Trace your Shadow, <a href="https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/lightbeam-3-0/">Lightbeam</a> for Firefox or <a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/thunderbeam-lightbeam-for/hjkajeglckopdkbggdiajobpilgccgnj?hl=en-GB">Thunderbeam-Lightbeam</a> for Chrome, and <a href="https://www.ghostery.com/">Ghostery</a>. 
Topics can include:

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<li>Setting up the software</li>
<li>Visualize and understand your digital footprint and online data traces</li>
<li>Block trackers and enhance your online privacy</li>
<li> Review the <a href="https://www.middlebury.edu/office/information-technology-services/policies/information-security-policies/password-policy">College’s Password Policy</a> and <a class="external" title="" href="https://www.middlebury.edu/office/information-technology-services/requests/technology-helpdesk/accounts-and-passwords#midd-account-password-reset-or-change" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">tips about passwords</a>.</li>
<li>Other digital wellness and data privacy related topics</li>
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Duration: 30 minutes

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Data Analysis and Visualization

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Learning Playlist

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Basic Audio Editing

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Storytelling, Mapping & Timeline

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Basic Photo Editing

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Intermediate Photo Editing

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Basic Posters, Infographics and Design

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Intermediate Infographics, Posters and Design

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Office Productivity

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Teamwork and Collaboration

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Video Editing Basic

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Intermediate Video Editing

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Basic Video Distribution

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Basic Web Development

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Intermediate Web Development

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Basic XR

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Wilson Media Lab

The Wilson Media Lab is dedicated to supporting student discovery and development of digital, data, and information literacies. Prioritized activities include: DLINQ intern support, research instruction, data support sessions for DSAD and data labs, digital/data workshops, and more activities planned and managed by DLINQ, Library, and midd.data. It is located on the main floor of the Davis Family Library in room 220. The lab offers collaborative work space in flexible seating arrangements with a variety of projection selections for small- and large-group instruction and group work.

Wilson Media Lab Schedule

For help with coursework and projects please request a DLINQ Intern Consultation in the form above. Drop-in hours in the Wilson Media Lab are available while courses are in session, and are posted after the Add/Drop period of each term. Drop-in hours are limited during exams, and are not available during breaks and intersessions, however you may still visit the lab on your own while the Davis Family Library is open.

	Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday
3pm-4pm ET	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns		DLINQ Interns
4pm-5pm ET	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns
5pm-6pm ET	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns
6pm-7pm ET	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns
7pm-8pm ET	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns	DLINQ Interns

Bob Cole and a number of individuals sit around a large table with a computer monitor at the DLC.

Digital Learning Commons

The Digital Learning Commons (DLC) is located in the McGowan building on the Monterey campus. The DLC includes: the Peer Learning Lab, Media Booths, and the Design Space. The Peer Learning Lab is accessed by entering McGowan off Pacific Street, then heading straight and to the right (around the back of McGowan 102).

DLC Spaces

DLC Media Booths

The two networked media-recording booths are equipped with Apple computers, high-quality microphones, headphones and multimedia software, including:

Audio recording and editing software
Screen capture and video editing tools
Cloud-based video storage
Web conferencing

Media booths may be reserved in 60 minute blocks by submitting a consultation request or drop-in basis if not reserved.

DLC Design Space

The Design Space, located in McGowan below the DLC Peer Learning Lab, is available to reserve for classes, workshops, team meetings, and community events. The “dSpace” is also available as a quiet place to study or for informal collaborative groupwork when it is not reserved. Drop by or use the room reserve system to submit a request for group use. Check the availability of this space through the Institute’s room reserve system. There are two ways to enter this space:

through the McGowan building off Pacific Street, then head to the right (around the back to McGowan 102)
Directly from the street at 420 Calle Principal

DLC Hours

To schedule an appointment, use the form at the top of this page.

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
10am-11am PT	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in
11am-12pm PT	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in
12pm-1pm PT	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in	drop-in
1pm-2pm PT	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only
2pm-3pm PT	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only
3pm-4pm PT	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only
4pm-5pm PT	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only	by appt. only