Information Services invites you to join us for some fantastic events to help you hit the ground running when it comes to the Library and IT at the University of Stirling. What’s on… Essential Student Guide to Library and IT Services Learn all about the Library and IT services at Stirling including how to install […]
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Welcome to Library and IT at Stirling
Information Services invites you to join us for some fantastic events to help you hit the ground running when it comes to the Library and IT at the University of Stirling. What’s on… Essential Student Guide to Library and IT Services Learn all about the Library and IT services at Stirling including how to install […]
For staff: new Canvas Modules for Autumn 2021
One academic year passes….and we turn our thoughts to the next! The Autumn Term modules (2021/2) will be released in the week commencing 5th July. It is VERY important that you read the documentation linked below BEFORE you start to move your content from one module to the next. We have produced a step-by-step guide […]
Shibboleth Upgrade – Tuesday 25th May
On Tuesday 25th May Information Services will upgrade our Shibboleth authentication system, used to provide access to a wide range of internal and external services such as Canvas, RefWorks, UniDesk, and digital library resources. The upgrade will take place during our ‘at risk’ period of 07:30 to 08:30 on this date. No downtime is anticipated, however, it is possible that access to […]
20 Things IS did for you in 2020
Over the last few weeks we have been sharing with you a selection of 20 things that IS have done for the staff and student community in 2020. We have of course done many, many more than 20 things, but we picked out a few to highlight them. Our Archives Team launched the Brig Digital […]
Ongoing support of online learning
With pandemic restrictions continuing the Digital Learning Team have continued to work with colleagues across the university to support online learning. The Learning Technologists continue to work with academic staff looking to make the best use of the online tools available when delivering modules. This involves research informed methods for online delivery and creating an […]
ALT Learning Technology Team of the Year
The online winter conference organised by the Association for Learning Technology (ALT) took place on the 15th and 16th of December and incorporated the annual Learning Technologist of the Year award. ALT is the leading professional body for Learning Technology in the UK and organises a number of conferences and initiatives to support the use […]
Stirling Essentials: Starting to think about coursework?
Starting to think about coursework but not sure where to start? Check out the guidance in Assessment@Stirling in Stirling Essentials, available on every canvas module. The site explains how the assessment process works at Stirling; how to submit your assignment; using Turnitin and what to do if things go wrong. How to find resources through […]
Stirling Essentials: a one-stop-shop for new and existing students
Stirling Essentials offers important information and guidance for new and existing students. Based on student feedback, we have included some new content and activities for spring 2021: Tech@Stirling links to digital skills workshops where you can learn how to use technology effectively to support your studies, how to download our software and the University App, and guides […]
Introducing Ally at Stirling
You may have noticed a new symbol appearing in your Canvas modules. This letter A with a download symbol is for Alternative Formats. You can use this to view/use the content in Canvas in different ways, depending on your needs. When you click on the A, you are given a list of different options, including […]