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Your UVic Learning Technologies
These self-paced online modules will help you get started with the basics for Brightspace, Zoom, Microsoft Teams and more. Explore common features you may use in your courses and know where to get help.
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Brightspace
UVic’s central course hub and primary learning management system.
Echo360
UVic’s video platform with tools to record in-person and online lectures and engage with students using polls and Q&A.
Other technology supports
Assistive Technology
The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) offers support can help with identifying support needs for reading, writing, visual access, recording sound, verbal note-taking, learning how to use assistive software, and more.
Minimum Tech Requirements
UVic has established minimum technical requirements for students to participate in online learning environments. Your faculty, program, or course may have additional requirements. Please consult your course outline for course-specific information.
Cyber Security Awareness
Take this Brightspace course to learn how to be more secure with technology, and take the necessary steps to protect your online information.
Using learning technology resources
The use of Generative AI (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT in the classroom
You may be curious as to whether you can use ChatGPT or other Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) tools in the classroom and to what extent. Read more for some GenAI FAQs at UVic.
Exam preparation tips
It is important to start preparing for your exams well in advance of your exam date. This will ensure you have sufficient time to study, reduce your stress levels, and make sure you feel ready for your exams when they occur. This posts offers tips on how to start preparing for exam season.
Getting set for timed online exams in Brightspace
This page provides some tips that will help you successfully prepare for and write an online timed exam in Brightspace.
Setting yourself up for online learning success
This post offer guidelines when learning online and tips for having a successful Zoom class.
Uploading video assignments
To upload an Echo360 video to an assignment, go to the “Assignments” course tool from your homepage, and click on the assignment you wish to submit. Click on the Insert Stuff icon as shown on the picture below, then click “Add Echo360 Media”.
Participating in online class discussions
In Echo360, you can ask and answer question about your videos and presentations. It’s a good idea to ask your instructor how they expect you to make use of the these tools.