As a faculty or staff member you will likely encounter students with mental health concerns in the classroom. The following sections provide information on good practices for addressing and acknowledging mental health concerns in your classroom. Being prepared to make...
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How do I edit my profile in Brightspace?
This help post will show you how to edit your profile in Brightspace. Read through these instructions to learn how to update your profile picture and personal information. In the top right corner of your Brightspace webpage, click on your name,...
How do I sync my Brightspace calendar with external calendar applications?
The Calendar tool can be used by instructors to schedule course events for the learners in their courses. Students can subscribe to their Brightspace Calendar and integrate them with other calendar applications of their choice by using iCal feeds in order to stay on...
Where can I find resources to help me prepare for my online exams?
There are several UVic resources available to students to help you prepare for your online exams: Self-paced Courses:The following courses are available on Brightspace. Self-register through the Discover tab on your Brightspace homepage. Register for Your UVic...
How can I prepare for and write a timed exam in Brightspace?
This page provides some tips that will help you successfully prepare for and write an online timed exam in Brightspace. These tips are particularly useful for those who will be writing their exams using the quiz tool in Brightspace. Here are some things to...
What do I do if something goes wrong during my online exam?
If you encounter a technical problem during your exam, do not panic. If you are unable to troubleshoot the issue on your own, contact your instructor immediately with details about the problem. You may wish to have their email address in an accessible place in case...
What are some tips to help me prepare for my online exams in Brightspace?
It is important to start preparing for your exams well in advance of your exam date. This will ensure you have sufficient time to study, reduce your stress levels, and make sure you feel ready for your exams when they occur. Here are some things to consider...
What is an Academic Integrity Pledge?
An Academic Integrity Pledge is a pledge built on honesty, respect, and fairness. Students, faculty, and staff at UVic are members of an intellectual community. As such, it is expected that we will adhere to ethical values in all our learning, teaching and research....
How do I access my exams in Brightspace?
Depending on the type of exam you are taking, they may be stored in different places. Synchronous Timed Exams and Flexibly Timed Exams will most likely be stored under Quizzes, which you can find under Course Tools. Take Home Exams will likely be stored under...
What are the different types of online exams offered at UVic?
There are three main types of exams that you may encounter in your courses: Synchronous timed exams, flexibly timed exams, and take home/open book exams. For information on where to find your exams in Brightspace, check out How do I access my exams? Synchronous Timed...
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