The Academic Innovation Studio (AIS) brings together faculty, researchers, graduate student instructors, and service providers to inspire and support experimentation, connect people, and share ideas.
Come to the AIS to:
- Connect with peers, particularly across disciplines
- Connect to campus resources and services
- Learn about and share novel and interesting ideas/approaches/tools
- Engage with campus-wide initiatives
We also work to foster collaboration among academic support staff, and partner with service providers, centers, and academic programs from all over campus.
AIS Features
bCourses Consultations
Need help with bCourses? Whether you're new to bCourses or need a refresher, we're here to assist! Appointments are strongly encouraged to ensure personalized attention. Make an appointment for an in-person consultation!
If you would like 1:1 or small-group help with Kaltura, Student Response Systems (iClicker Cloud and Poll Everywhere), Ally, Ed Discussion, Gradescope, or Datahub, please set up a virtual consultation.
Gradescope Scanner
The AIS has a bulk scanning station available equipped with a connected scanner capable of processing 60 double-sided pages per minute. Users can upload scanned assignments directly to Gradescope from the scanning station, save them via a file storage tool (Google Drive/Box), or store them on their own USB drive. AIS Scanner Instructions
Reservations
The bulk scanning station in the AIS can be reserved using the reservation calendar.
Other Resources
Alternative printing and scanning locations are listed on the Scanning Resources webpage.
IT Drop-in Support
Drop-in IT support for faculty, staff, postdocs, visiting scholars, and student employees is available during the following hours:
- 9 a.m. - 12 p.m - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
- 1 - 4 p.m. - Monday through Thursday
- 1 - 3 p.m. - Friday
ITCS Drop-In Center unavailable 12 PM - 1 PM, Monday - Friday, and 9 AM - 12 PM, Wednesday.
Alternative support options can be found at https://technology.berkeley.edu/contact-us.
Instructional Equipment Checkout
Looking to check out equipment for your course and/or research project? Visit the Instructional Equipment Checkout page for more information.
AIS Event Space
The AIS has an event space that can support hybrid meetings. RTL partners and events that serve the needs of Berkeley’s instructors and researchers will be given priority for booking. Other events will be considered depending on space and staff availability.
We make reservations within the academic calendar year, with at least 2 weeks advance notice for an upcoming event.
Reservation Process
1. Review our Facility Use Guidelines to ensure your request meets our guidelines.
2. Check the Dwinelle 127 bCal to see if your desired date(s) and time(s) are available.
3. Submit your event request via the reservation request form, accessible via @berkeley.edu accounts.
You will receive an email confirming your reservation request's status within three business days. Your reservation is not finalized until you receive confirmation (a bCal invitation).
