Online support and services
There are many ways the university supports your online learning journey. Here are some resources gathered from across the university from staff, faculty and students that may be helpful.
Campus resources
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Accessing a test using the Respondus LockDown Browser
The Respondus LockDown Browser is a secure environment for an online test. If your test or exam requires you to use this browser, please refer to the instructions, accessing a test using the Respondus LockDown Browser.
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Library resources and services for remote users
The Library has put together information about their many resources and services that you can access remotely, from ebooks and databases to their online chat service, Ask a Librarian. For more information, view the web page, library resources and services for remote users.
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Office of the Registrar
For information regarding registration, tuition and fees, your records or other related services, the Office of the Registrar, which includes the Student Awards and Financial Aid office, is now managing requests online. For more information, visit the contact us webpage.
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Teaching and Learning Centre
The Teaching and Learning Centre has resources and supports to help students adapt to online learning at Ontario Tech. Find training tools for Canvas, Kaltura, and Google Meets and learn about safe tech use.
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Virtual toolkits
Use the distancing toolkit for tips to keep busy and take care of your health during social distancing.
As you prepare for exams, use the virtual exam kit for all your study and study-break needs.
Student Life services
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Academic support
Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) are now offered online. Use the PASS schedule to access Google Hangout Meet information.
One-on-one appointments with an Academic Specialist or a Peer Tutor are now offered online. Continue to book appointments using the Student Life Portal. You will receive email instructions about how to access your telephone or online appointment.
STRIDE workshops and study skills appointments are now offered online. Continue to register for workshop using the Student Life Portal. Students are emailed a link prior to the workshop. Additional appointments and workshops have been added to accommodate upcoming final exams.
Access the drop-in learning communities Math Study Hall, Physics Space, and Chem Corner.
Access the Writing Room for one-on-one support with a Writing Specialist.
Math, Physics, Engineering, and Chemistry Workshops are posted on the Student Life Portal and students should register in advance. Students will join the workshop via Adobe Connect as outlined in the instructions in the workshop description.
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Accessibility
All Student Accessibility Services appointments are now online or via telephone. A staff member will confirm appointment details with each student.
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Career readiness
Career counselling and employment advising appointments are now being offered by telephone or online. For details about how to access your appointment, check your appointment confirmation email.
To help with your resumé or cover letter, job preparation support is available online or over the telephone. Use the Student Life Portal to book an appointment. The appointment details will be confirmed with each student.
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Community
The Digital Community is welcoming online space where students can share stories, information, services, and opinions about things on and off-campus.
Appointments with the Student Development Specialist - Equity Programs are now available online or via telephone. To book an appointment, email equity@ontariotechu.ca.
Support from the Indigenous Education and Cultural Services team is now available online or via telephone. To book an appointment, email indigenous@ontariotechu.ca.
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Health and wellness
For at-home workouts, healthy eating tips, mindfulness resources and other wellness tools, visit the campus recreation resource library.
If you are in need of mental health support, it is available online or via telephone:- Student Mental Health Services: 905.721.3392 or email studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca
- Good2Talk Helpline (24/7): 1.866.925.5454
- Crisis Text Line (24/7) support via text by texting GOOD2TALKON to 686868
Preparing for a test
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Tips for online learning and tests
Online learning can be new to some students. To help with the transition, review the tip sheet, transitioning to online learning.
Take-home exams require good preparation. Review the take-home exam tips to help properly prepare.
Open-book exams can come with their own set of challenges. To help prepare, review the tip sheet, how to write online open-book exams.
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Study tips
For some study tips and strategies, review the following tip sheets: