Studying online Resources
We have gathered some useful resources and tips around studying online, taking exams online and and staying healthy while learning remotely.
Studying at home/studying online tips
- Tips for studying at home (PDF guide compiled by the Access Service 2 April 2020)
- DSS Learning Support videos (Videos on researching and referencing; presentations skills; taking good notes and starting an assignment)
- SpunOut Top 5 study and exam tips (video)
Studying online - tools and supports
- How to access your learning on Canvas guide
- Accessibility Tools for Learning (MTU Cork DSS Assistive Technology guide version 4.2(PDF) August 2021) - A guide to accessing a range of assistive technology tools for online study.
- Current MTU Cork students can download Microsoft Office ProPlus for free. Microsoft Office has an inbuilt Immersive Reader and Dictation functions built in.
- My Study Bar is a online tool which has different free tools to support studying, reading and writing such as mindmapping, read aloud, etc. https://www.callscotland.org.uk/mystudybar/
- Free Proofreading software: Ginger or Grammarly
- MTU Kerry have YouTube videos on using assistive technology functions on your phone - read aloud, dictate, scan and share.
Taking exams online tips
- See more information on Exam Supports in MTU Cork online exams
- Tips for studying preparing for taking exams online PDF or Word (Access Service guide 16 April 2020)
- Typing training
- Setting up a low distraction exam venue at home (TCD video)
Staying healthy tips
- UMO tips (JIF image): Taking care of your mental and emotional health during Covid 19
- DCU tips for third level students (YouTube video)
- SpunOut - Staying healthy during Covid 19 (webpage)
- SpunOut - 10 ways of reducing stress (webpage)
- Mental Health Ireland - Five Actions for Wellbeing during Tough Times (webpage)