Technology and Canvas

In the current crisis, we have all become more dependent on technology, but not everyone is as comfortable with computers as others. Here are some different technology application, support and development resources available to you through NUI Galway.

Some Handy Tools:  

• Outlook: Not just for emails, but for planning your study diary/timetable and managing To-Do lists  
• OneDrive: Never worry about not backing up that essay or report again” Keep all your files stored, accessible, and organized using your free online storage as part of your Microsoft 365 account  
• OneNote: Brilliant for taking and collating lecture notes, grapping info on phone and storing in your online notebooks. You can take pics of drawings, grab snapshots of relevant websites, and lots more  

Digital Support and Development 

• ISS: Information Solutions & Services is the name given to our IT support service. Click here to visit their website, which includes details of Microsoft 365, using your campus account, etc 
• All aboard: All Aboard is a collection of online lessons covering lots of the basics of digital media and tools. Learn more here.

Canvas is our main 'Virtual Learning Environment' or 'Learning Management System'.  As soon as you are officially enrolled on a module you should be able to access its Canvas pages. Your lecturers have control over what content they choose to put onto Canvas and how it is presented to you.  

If you have any queries about where to find information within a Canvas module, please contact the lecturer. Similarly, the lecturer manages the assessments, tests, and online classes for their own modules and so should be able to answer any related queries that aren't covered in this page.

Help and instructional videos on using Canvas are available at the following link: Canvas - Help for Students.