DyKnow enables instructors and students to interactively share, annotate, save, retrieve and replay material during and after class. Tablet PCs and other pen-based devices provide the optimal environment for the use of DyKnow, but it can also be used on a variety of hardware, including desktop and laptop classrooms.

Visit the following pages for more information:

• Understanding DyKnow
• DyKnow Ideas and Training Videos
• Installing DyKnow Software
• Other DyKnow Resources
• Where is DyKnow on the University of Dayton campus?

Questions about DyKnow?
    Please contact Ryan Allen at x92233 or ryan.allen@udayton.edu.

• DyKnow 5.0 Quick Start Guide - PDF
• DyKnow 5.0 Users Guide (Complete) - PDF
• DyKnow 5.0 Key Menu Feature - PDF
• Introduction to DyKnow - http://www.dyknow.com/video/dyknowintro.wmv
• DyKnow Features Overview - http://www.dyknow.com/video/dyknowoverview/

• DyKnow Vision Basic Training Video.
  http://www.dyknow.com/video/usingvision/


• Using DyKnow to play 'Jeopardy' for content, as well as the use of private notes and panel submissions.
  http://community.dyknow.com/video/examples/english.html


• Using DyKnow for panel submission and return, as well as the replay feature.
  http://community.dyknow.com/video/examples/math.html


• Using answer boxes and imported files and images with DyKnow.
  http://community.dyknow.com/video/examples/arthist.html


• Use the polling feature along with embedded web pages and screen captures.
  http://community.dyknow.com/video/examples/acct.html

DyKnow runs on most Windows-based computers, as well as on Macintosh computers running Windows emulation software, such as Virtual PC or Parallels Workstation.

IMPORTANT NOTE: DyKnow requires the Microsoft .NET Framework version 2.0 in order to run. If the installer detects that you do not have this software installed, it will lead you through the process of downloading and installing this software using a file named dotnetfx.exe. This process may take several minutes (be patient!) In addition, when the installation of the .NET Framework completes you computer may reboot. If you run the DyKnow installer a second time it should carry through to completion.

Choose the appropriate installation instructions based on the type of computer you’re using below:

1. Download the DyKnow Vision installer and save it to your computer.
2. Once downloaded, double-click on the file to begin the installation.
• If the 'Open File – Security Warning' dialog appears, click Run to open the DyKnow – InstallShield Wizard.
3. The installer is configured to require no further student action. You may be asked to restart your computer after installation. After a reboot the user will find a 'DyKnow' icon on their desktop which they can double-click on to open the software.

1. Download the DyKnowTabletRuntime50 installer.
2. Once downloaded, double-click on the file to begin the installation.
• If the 'Open File – Security Warning' dialog appears, click Run to open the DyKnow – InstallShield Wizard.
3. The installer will take a few moments to complete. You may be asked to restart your computer after installation.
4. After you’ve installed the DyKnowTablet Runtime50 installer download the DyKnow Vision installer and save it to your computer.
• Once downloaded, double-click on the file to begin the installation.
• If the 'Open File – Security Warning' dialog appears, click Run to open the DyKnow – InstallShield Wizard.
• The installer is configured to require no further student action. You may be asked to restart your computer after installation. After a reboot the user will find a 'DyKnow' icon on their desktop which they can double-click on to open the software.

• DyKnow Resources
• Tips and FAQs for Students
• Tips and FAQs for Instructors
• Notebook Writer User’s Guide – PDF
• Tips for Effective Note Taking – PDF
• Tips for Facilitating Active Learning - PDF

DyKnow can be most commonly being found in the Eugene W. Kettering Engineering and Research Laboratories. The software is currently available to first and second Year School of Engineering students as well as all Engineering faculties.