Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Future Learning Lab

Carleton University is creating a new space to bring educators and students together to share, research and design thanks to $1 million in funding from the Government of Ontario and a matching contribution from the... More

Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Summer 2022 I-CUREUS and SaPP applications are now open

Are you looking for a way to develop important academic and transferable skills to add value to your resume or degree? If yes, then I-CUREUS or the Students as Partners Program (SaPP) may be exactly what you’re looking for! I-CUREUS provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to conduct paid research and gain hands-on experience... More

Monday, April 11, 2022

Brightspace Student Update: Get Ready for Exams

As the winter term draws to a close, Teaching and Learning Services (TLS) has some tips and resources to help you get ready for finals using D2L Brightspace: Check out the TLS Brightspace Channel for short video tours: Watch tours on how to submit assignments, take quizzes and view grades. You’ll learn tips and... More

Monday, April 4, 2022

Zoom Update Required By May 2

Hey Ravens! As of May 2, all Carleton University Zoom users will be required to use version 5.10.1 (released March 28, 2022) or newer on the Zoom desktop client and mobile app. Instructors, staff and students who are using an older version should update their apps by May 2 to ensure uninterrupted access to... More

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

How FUSION Improved my Academics

By: Katie Stigter, fourth year biology student The Future Skills Innovation Network is a cross-collaborative group of Canadian schools working to integrate skill development into university learning. I completed the FUSION curriculum at Carleton in fall 2021 and strongly recommend other students participate as well. Here’s why: I learned so much... More

Thursday, March 3, 2022

You’re Invited to the 2022 I-CUREUS Conference and SaPP Showcase

Ever wonder what types of projects you could work on if you participate in I-CUREUS or the Students as Partners Program (SaPP)? Here’s your chance to find out! Join Teaching and Learning Services for the annual I-CUREUS Conference on April 5 and the Students as Partners (SaPP) Showcase on April 6 to hear from... More

Friday, February 4, 2022

Self-care

As a student, it’s common to feel overwhelmed with school and other personal responsibilities. Self-care can help you manage stress and increase your ability to learn and succeed in your studies. Take the time to do things you enjoy or that make you feel better, especially when you feel stressed. Below are some tips... More

Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Brightspace Update: Support for the Winter

As the winter term gets underway, remember that there are a variety of resources available to help you navigate Brightspace: Visit the Brightspace Student Support website: This resource is available directly within your course under the Help menu in the Brightspace navbar. On the site, you can find instructions for basic course tasks, such... More

Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Reminder: Zoom Update Required By Tomorrow

Hey Ravens! As of tomorrow, all Carleton University Zoom users will be required to use version 5.8.6 (released Nov. 28, 2021) or newer on the Zoom desktop client and mobile app. Instructors, staff and students who are using an older version should update their apps by tomorrow, Jan. 6, to ensure uninterrupted access to... More

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Zoom Update Required By Jan. 6

Hey Ravens! As of Jan. 6, all Carleton University Zoom users will be required to use version 5.8.6 (released Nov. 28, 2021) or newer on the Zoom desktop client and mobile app. Instructors, staff and students who are using an older version should update their apps by Jan. 6 to ensure uninterrupted access to... More

Thursday, December 2, 2021

Brightspace Update: Get Ready for Exams

As the fall term draws to a close, Teaching and Learning Services (TLS) has some tips and resources to help you get ready for finals: Check out the TLS Brightspace Channel for short video tours: Watch 5-8 minute video tours on how to submit assignments, take quizzes and view grades. You’ll learn tips and... More

Friday, November 5, 2021

Develop academic and transferable skills with the Students as Partners Program

Are you an undergraduate student looking to develop important academic and transferable skills? Then check out the Students as Partners Program (SaPP). Through this paid work experience, students can partner with a professor on a variety of projects to help prepare for upcoming courses. Projects could include: Helping design course materials, such... More

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Blog: Students as Partners Program Helps Bridge the Gap in Communication and Media Studies

This summer, Emily Hiltz, an instructor in the School of Journalism and Communication, teamed up with third-year student Roop Bajwa through the Students as Partners Program (SaPP) with the goal of bridging the gap between two core courses in Communication and Media Studies. Recognizing the need for more hands-on training using the software SPSS,... More

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Ask an Expert: e-Proctoring for Online Exams

Although fall final examinations are a little over six weeks away, it’s never too early to start preparing. As part of its “Ask an Expert” series, Carleton Online has invited Scheduling and Examination Services (SES) to host a one-hour webinar in the Online Learners’ Network (OLN). If you want to know more about e-Proctoring... More

Monday, October 25, 2021

Free Tickets for Students to Attend e21 Symposium on October 27!

On Wednesday, Oct. 27, Algonquin College, Carleton University, La Cité and the University of Ottawa are holding an online symposium with the theme of “Re-thinking the Relevance of Higher Education: Which Models Could Best Respond to the Needs of a 21st Century Society.” Teaching and Learning Services (TLS) has received 25 tickets for Carleton... More

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Zoom Update Required By Nov. 1

Hey Ravens! On Nov. 1, Zoom will require all users to update their accounts to version 5.5.0 or newer to continue using its web conferencing tools. Carleton Zoom users must, at minimum, be using version 5.5.0 (released February 2021) as of Nov. 1 to ensure continued access to all Zoom meetings, including those within Brightspace. You... More

Friday, October 1, 2021

Ask an Expert: Get to Know the Library

Are you new to using Carleton’s library? Is using Omni a bit of an enigma to you? Or perhaps you want to use citations a little more efficiently to access information? Then this webinar is for you! As part of its “Ask an Expert” series, Carleton Online has invited the MacOdrum Library to host... More

Thursday, September 23, 2021

Brightspace Support for the Fall

Is this your first time using Brightspace? Learning a new system can be a challenge at first, so be sure to check out these resources and suggestions to help you get started: Visit the Brightspace Student Support website: This resource is available directly within your course under the Help menu in the Brightspace navbar.... More

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Carleton Online fall service standards

Carleton Online is the university’s hub for online learners, connecting you with resources to help you get the most out of your online learning experience. In light of Carleton’s plans for the safe return to campus, Carleton Online will continue to operate remotely during our regular business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.,... More

Friday, May 14, 2021

Blog: Maintaining Self-Motivation to Learn Online (A Student’s Perspective)

By Madie Starnes, Undergraduate Student, FASS To the disappointment of many Carleton students, this academic year has been interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The abrupt transition to virtual classes has been a steep learning curve for both students and instructors. The pandemic has turned our lives completely upside down and adjusting to this... More

Thursday, May 13, 2021

Get Started with Brightspace

Your online learning platform has changed! All academic courses are now hosted in Brightspace, which has officially replaced cuLearn as Carleton’s Learning Management System (LMS). Log in at brightspace.carleton.ca using your MC1 credentials. If you have logged in to the system and do not see courses available to you, visit the Course... More

Thursday, April 29, 2021

One Week Until Courses Launch on Brightspace!

Starting next week, Carleton courses will launch on Brightspace – the university’s new learning management system (LMS). As of May 6, 2021, this new platform will replace cuLearn, just in time for the summer term.   Brightspace will provide several key advantages, including a faster, more reliable system and 24/7 technical... More

Monday, August 10, 2020

Online Learning Webinars: Get Ready for Your Online Courses

Together, the Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) and Carleton Online are hosting webinars on tips and resources to help you succeed in your fall online courses. We will focus on commonly asked questions, and you’ll also have the opportunity to ask your questions about online learning.   The webinars are scheduled for:  Tuesday,... More

Friday, June 12, 2020

Online Learning Webinars: Getting Ready for Your Online Courses

The Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) and Carleton Online are hosting webinars on tips and resources to help you succeed in your summer online course. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your questions about online learning.   The webinars are scheduled for:  Monday, June 29, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT  Monday,... More

Sunday, June 7, 2020

Explore the new Carleton Online!

With a widened mandate and resources to help you become a successful online learner, Carleton's online learning hub is dedicated to helping all students get the most from their education, no matter where they are located. For the past decade, Carleton students who wanted to take online courses turned to Carleton University OnLine (CUOL).... More

Monday, May 25, 2020

Announcing the new Carleton Online

With the new realities of the current public health crisis, more Carleton students will be learning online and remotely than ever before. To help you adapt and succeed in this new learning environment, we are pleased to announce the launch of Carleton Online. Born out of CUOL (Carleton University Online), Carleton Online is the... More

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Top 10 Tips for Studying Online

With the new realities of the current public health crisis, more Carleton students will be learning online and remotely than ever before, many for the first time. In order to help you transition to your new classrooms, Teaching and Learning Services has prepared a list of their top tips for students studying online. Stay connected.... More

Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Online Student Success Module

With great flexibility comes great responsibility: How to succeed in your online courses By Kate Schellenberg Photo by Unplash Studying online means you get to listen to lectures, do readings and take notes whenever and wherever you want. Seems like the dream, right? Unfortunately, many students find having complete freedom to choose their own... More

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

How online learning helped this student

How online learning helped this student chase her international dreams By Sabrina Doyle – International exchanges are often said to be life-changing for the students who embark on them. Yet when Leigh Perez went to Germany for a year-long academic adventure, she had no idea the ripple effects (both big and small) it would... More

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