Resources for supporting remote learning
Learning Enhancement and Innovation have compiled a collection of resources to assist:
- Course coordinators and teaching staff toÌýmodify courses for temporary remote deliveryÌý
- Students in learning effectively whilst studying remotelyÌý
The University is closely monitoring the coronavirus situation, and our response is being shaped by the latest advice from Australian health and foreign affairs authorities. Access the latest updates on the situationÌýhere.
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StaffÌý
Learning Enhancement and Innovation have identified options for remote delivery of course components. Downloadable PDFs and helpful links can be found under each of the headings below.ÌýThere is no VPN requirement to access theseÌýresources.Ìý
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Support options for staff
Looking for additional support from Learning Enhancement and Innovation?
Please download our LEI Remote Support document which outlines each of the teams that make up Learning Enhancement and Innovation and how they can be contacted directly.Ìý
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We have also compiled a series of frequently asked questions for staff.Ìý
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Remote Teaching Online Course
Remote Teaching isÌýan online course with modules to assist teaching staffÌýwith essential resources for remote and online teaching needs. The course provides helpful resources and recommendations to assist in transitioning and delivering tutorials and lectures from face-to-face to an online format.
Once enrolled in the course, you will receive email notifications when new content has been added.
Self-enrol in this course now to access resources and support for remote teaching.
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Technologies available in China
Remote students in China are able to access the following services:
•ÌýÌý ÌýMyUni (Canvas)
•ÌýÌý ÌýEcho360 Active Learning Platform
•ÌýÌý ÌýTurnitin
•ÌýÌý ÌýH5P assessments
•ÌýÌý ÌýMobius (previously MapleTA)
•ÌýÌý ÌýSELT survey tool (Explorance Blue)
•ÌýÌý ÌýZoom web conferencingThe following services are NOT available within China:
•ÌýÌý ÌýGoogle products (e.g. Google Docs, Sheets, etc)
•ÌýÌý ÌýYouTube
Availability of other learning tools and websites from within China can be checkedÌý.ÌýFor any further advice on learning tools, please contactÌýMyUni Support.Ìý
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StudentsÌý
When you begin your course, your Course Coordinator will advise you on the expectations for successfully engaging with the course and assessment materials.ÌýThere is no VPN requirement to access theseÌýresources.
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Remote Learning Skills
An open MyUni course is available to you about how you can be an actively learning while studying remotely.
The course includes:- How to be an active learner
- Study strategies for lectures and videos
- Study strategies for readings
- Study strategies for Activities and assessment
- Additional resourcesÌý
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