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The NTID Learning Center (NLC) is your go-to place for learning, studying, and getting the support you need to succeed at NTID. Located in Peterson Hall (50B-A121), the NLC offers a welcoming, tech-ready environment where you can focus on assignments, work with classmates, or just find a quiet place to study.
At the NLC, you’ll find PC and Mac computer workstations, group study areas, and the Multipurpose Video Lab - a creative space where you can record class projects, presentations, or personal videos. The NLC also offers convenient services like equipment loans, free printing and scanning, and access to specialized software used in your courses.
Whether you’re looking for a place to work on a project, study with friends, or do your homework, the NLC is a space designed to help you learn, create, and succeed.
Student Services and Resources
The NTID Learning Center, located in 50B-A121, provides a variety of academic resources for NTID students. It has computer work stations, laptop docking stations, study spaces, multimedia facilities, and services like printing and copying. The NLC strives to create a welcoming environment for all students.
Teacher / Tutor Resources
The NTID Learning Consortium consists of the NTID Learning Center and the NTID Office of Online Initiatives. NTID’s Office of Online Initiatives provides support and training to NTID Instructors/Tutors interested in developing online coursework. Whether you are looking to develop an online activity, authentic assessment or an entire course/certificate, NTID Online provides Best Practice solutions.
NTID’s Inclusive Course Design: Strategies for Accessibility certificate is now available on RIT’s Talent Roadmap. Participate in a transformative series of 4 online courses that delve into understanding the challenges some students face; utilizing Ally - RIT’s accessibility tool; and creating accessible documents and digital media for your courses. In this certificate, you will explore the diverse needs of the RIT student body and gain valuable insights for creating accessible materials so your students can take advantage of alternative file formats provided by Ally via myCourses. Through engaging content, practical tips, and interactive activities, this series will foster understanding, strategies, and actionable steps toward more inclusive and accessible courses. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and make a positive impact for all of your students. A Certificate of Completion is awarded to those who complete all four courses.
Course 1: Understanding the Student Experience provides instructors with insight into student learning challenges, examples of diverse learning experiences, and tips for instructors to help all students thrive in their classes.
Course 2: Empowering Learning Through Ally’s Alternative Formats advances instructor’s knowledge of tools available within myCourses that are designed to make your course content more accessible.
Course 3: Ensuring Accessible Documents provides instructors with the guidance necessary to gain valuable insights and skills for creating accessible digital documents.
Course 4: Crafting Accessible Digital Media helps instructors develop skills for creating and reviewing engaging and accessible digital media.
Contact Us
The NTID Learning Center (NLC) and the NTID Office of Online Initiatives offer service and support to NTID Students and Instructors/Tutors.
If you are having problems using this website, please email us for assistance.
Email: NLCdept@rit.edu
Location: 50B-A121 (Peterson Hall)
New Certificate for Instructors & Tutors-Inclusive Course Design: Strategies for Accessibility
NTID’s Inclusive Course Design: Strategies for Accessibility certificate is now available on RIT’s Talent Roadmap. Participate in a transformative series of 4 online courses that delve into understanding the challenges some students face; utilizing Ally - RIT’s accessibility tool; and creating accessible documents and digital media for your courses. In this certificate, you will explore the diverse needs of the RIT student body and gain valuable insights for creating accessible materials so your students can take advantage of alternative file formats provided by Ally via myCourses. Through engaging content, practical tips, and interactive activities, this series will foster understanding, strategies, and actionable steps toward more inclusive and accessible courses. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and make a positive impact for all of your students. A Certificate of Completion is awarded to those who complete all four courses.
Course 1: Understanding the Student Experience provides instructors with insight into student learning challenges, examples of diverse learning experiences, and tips for instructors to help all students thrive in their classes.
Course 2: Empowering Learning Through Ally’s Alternative Formats advances instructor’s knowledge of tools available within myCourses that are designed to make your course content more accessible.
Course 3: Ensuring Accessible Documents provides instructors with the guidance necessary to gain valuable insights and skills for creating accessible digital documents.
Course 4: Crafting Accessible Digital Media helps instructors develop skills for creating and reviewing engaging and accessible digital media.