Connect+Learn: Microsoft Bookings for Managing Workspaces

Did you know that Microsoft Bookings can be configured to manage room and resource bookings? Join us for this session on setting up and using Bookings specifically for this purpose. Topics discussed will include: 

  • What is Microsoft Bookings? 
  • How can I adapt Microsoft Bookings for room and resource reservations? 
  • Integrating Bookings with Outlook Shared Resources. 
  • And more… 

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Connect+Learn: Microsoft 365 Tools for Teaching and Learning

In this webinar, representatives from the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) will provide an overview of the Microsoft 365 suite and how you can leverage these tools to support teaching and learning activities. We will introduce and model various applications of the tools that can support asynchronous and synchronous delivery, including the OneDrive integration with Quercus. This webinar will also highlight relevant accessibility features available in the Microsoft 365 suite that can improve the accessibility of your learning materials.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explore Microsoft 365 tools that can support teaching and learning activities.
  • Make use of accessibility features in Microsoft 365 to improve accessibility of learning materials.
  • Navigate Quercus and Microsoft 365 support resources.

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ACORN Launchpad Update Thursday, August 12

Date: August 10, 2021
To: ROSI Users
From: Student Information Systems
Re: ACORN Launchpad Update Thursday, August 12

 

Dear ROSI users,

We will be updating the ACORN Launchpad on Thursday, August 12 for an hour from 1 to 2 p.m. During this time, users may experience momentary interruptions reaching the site.

Please note, the interruptions will not affect ACORN or other applications, only the links from the landing page. Students should retry or access the application directly.

Following is a list of student facing applications that can be reached directly:

A notice will be posted on the ACORN launchpad so that students are aware of the outage, and we will post on our social media channels.

Thank you for your patience as we make these improvements.

Sincerely,
Student Information Systems

This email has been sent from a service account and does not accept replies. Please direct any follow up questions to the Enterprise Service Centre http://www.uoft.me/esc

Connect+Learn: Simplify Scheduling with FindTime

With multiple stakeholders (who have multiple schedules) it can be tricky to find a meeting time that works for everyone. Fortunately, Microsoft FindTime can help! Join Connect+Learn for this introduction to Microsoft FindTime, the best Outlook tool you didn’t know about. In this session, we will discuss: 

  • What is Microsoft FindTime and how should I use it? 
  • Installing the FindTime add-in in Outlook. 
  • Using FindTime to propose selected meeting times. 
  • And more… 

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Connect+Learn: Stay on Track with Planner, Tasks and To Do

Microsoft Planner, To Do and Tasks are three integrated tools that can help your hybrid team stay organized, on track and connected. Use these tools to visually organize, prioritize and track different types of teamwork, including projects, initiatives and simple tasks.  

Join Connect+Learn for an introductory session on how you can use these tools to manage hybrid teamwork. Topics discussed will include: 

  • What is the difference between Planner, Tasks and To Do? 
  • How to use Planner, Tasks and To Do to organize and manage tasks. 
  • Integrating Tasks and Planner with your departmental team or channel. 
  • And more… 

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CIS 5.17.0 Release

Date: August 5, 2021
To: CIS Users
From: Course Information System (CIS)
Re: CIS 5.17.0 Release

 

Dear CIS Users,

We would like to inform you that CIS 5.17.0 is now live, with the notable changes listed below. Please refer to the Release Report for the full details.

  • Course Experience Tagging is now live in the Syllabi module (learn more about the Course Experience Tagging process here)
  • Improvements to the Exam Details Excel Spreadsheet extract to add course titles and delivery modes
  • Various changes to divisional Exam Details submission forms to accommodate the return to campus for Fall 2021

If you have questions or need support, please refer to our help documentation or submit a ticket.

This email has been sent from a service account and does not accept replies. Please direct any follow up questions to the Enterprise Service Centre.

Sincerely,
Course Information System

Connect+Learn: Tools for Re-Entry – August 3

Getting ready to return to campus and want to understand the tools that are available to you? This session will provide an overview of Information Technology Services’ Return to Campus Toolkit. Join Connect+Learn to learn more about the range of tools that can assist you and your division in your return to campus.

Topics covered will include:

  • Tools available to the University community that can facilitate workspace management.
  • Tools available to the University community that can facilitate working on hybrid teams.
  • Tips and tricks.
  • And more…

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