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Tutorials and FAQ for online tools
These are links to student-centered help for Canvas and other tools you may be asked to use while taking online classes.
| Communication options |
Canvas "Announcements" R-MC Outlook Email |
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Access course readings and documents. Upload your assignments, documents, and files. |
Canvas "Modules," "Pages," and "Files" R-MC Outlook Email |
| Help with assignments in Canvas. |
Canvas "Assignments" R-MC Outlook Email |
| How to take part in live class sessions and virtual office hours |
Canvas "Chat" (text only) |
| If you're asked to demonstrate something you've done on your computer. |
PowerPoint: voice-over-slides QuickTime Player (Mac): Screencast Zoom Screencast
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| When you're asked to take part in live class discussions |
Canvas "Discussions" and "Chat" |
| How to access your grades |
Canvas "Grades" R-MC Outlook Email |
Checklist for Succeeding at Distance Learning
When preparing to participate in distance learning, especially in the event of an emergency, there are a few things to consider:
- There is a lot of support available to you. Have a question or can't get something to work? Ask Us!
- Your distance learning experience will be different from your face-to-face learning experience.
- You will need to be flexible, as things will change and may not always go smoothly as students, faculty, and staff adjust to the changes.
- Your professor will develop a plan for communicating with you, either through Canvas or through email.