Most of us are working and studying from home these days. Even though the world and the way we interact is becoming more virtual, it is still important that we keep it professional. The word ‘netiquette’ is a noun derived from ‘internet’ and ‘etiquette’. The Netiquette session will equip you with some unofficial rules on the Do’s and Don’ts for correct and polite behaviour while working online and with digital technologies. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources:  

Skills Centre video on Netiquette: https://youtu.be/S8D9Nm9_WHA  

Digital Literacy – Netiquette: https://bowvalleycollege.libguides.com/c.php?g=10214&p=52001  

12 Steps to get ready to learn online: https://studyonline.ca/colleges-and-universities/12-steps-get-ready-learn-online  

For the most of us, sending emails come naturally since it is part of our routine administration and tasks. Even though it is something we do often, it is still essential to ensure professionalism in our digital communication. The basics of sending emails might be obvious, however, this session will scaffold your successful emailing skills and serve as a reminder of what good email etiquette is. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

UCC IT services resources on Umail: https://www.ucc.ie/en/sit/tips/umail/  

Gmail Cheat sheet: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9283036 

Schedule send your emails: https://support.google.com/mail/answer/9214606?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en   

Internet Safety is a very broad term that often gets thrown around in today’s world, where we are surrounded by technology. Whether it is a cell phone in our pockets, or using our computer to complete assignments or tasks, the internet is available everywhere. It is for this reason that it is crucial to be aware of and understand the true meaning of internet safety. In this session, you will learn about some benefits as well as risks and drawbacks of the web and how to ensure you stay safe online. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

More info on Internet Safety: https://www.Cooltechzone.com  

UCC Guidelines: https://www.ucc.ie/en/academicgov/policies/se-policies/  

Lecture recording Usage policy in UCC: https://www.ucc.ie/en/media/support/academicsecretariat/policies/learningandteachingpolicies/LRU_COVID-2020v41.pdf   

We all have different ways in which we learn most optimally. Mind Mapping is a process that combines imagery, colour, and visual-spatial arrangement to develop a visual thinking tool. It maps out your thoughts using keywords that trigger associations in your brain to spark further ideas. This session will provide you with further information on mind mapping and tips on drawing effective mind maps to assist you in your everyday working and studying environment. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources:  

Download XMind through here: https://www.xmind.net/download/  

Google Drive Mind mapping: https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/mindmup_2_for_google_drive/758379822725  

It often seems that there is just not enough time in a day to get everything done. But, since all of us get the same 24 hours each day, why is it that some people achieve so much more with their time than others? The secret is good time management. ‘Time management’ is regarded as the process of organising and planning how to divide your time between specific activities to work smarter. This session will assist you in understanding google calendar better to use in applying better time management and scheduling.

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

Reading on Time Blocking: https://blog.rescuetime.com/timeblocking-101/  

Educational Video on Time Blocking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MFFzIxHy9k  

What can you do with Google Calendar? https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9302892?hl=en  

Preparing for any type of test, exam or even a presentation can be daunting, especially when there is a lot of information you need to memorise. Flashcards are a versatile study tool that can be used to study simple facts or even for memorising complex processes throughout your academic career. This session will demonstrate how to create proper online flashcards and how to use your flash cards for effective studying. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources:  

Pre-made flashcards for studying specific topics: https://quizlet.com/features/flashcards  

Online Flashcards for studying: https://www.cram.com/  

Google Doc Cards: https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1MSs_hpMbNmR-1L7gLOA5A09GiScdE2C4iCKuLGet_vM/edit  

We often don’t realise how important proper file management is, until it is too late, and we need to scroll through hundreds of documents to try and find the applicable one. Proper file management is very important, especially in the digital world. This session will equip you with essential tips and guidelines for proper file management from naming your files correctly to online saving resources and cloud storage. Stick around, you won’t regret knowing this information. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources:  

Sync files with OneDrive in Windows: Sync files with OneDrive in Windows - Office Support (microsoft.com)   

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

Balabolka (convert text to a sound file): https://balabolka.en.softonic.com/  

Microsoft 365 Immersive Reader: https://content.cloudguides.com/en-us/guides/Help%20students%20read%20more%20effectively  

Claro ScanPen for Android: https://www.clarosoftware.com/portfolio/claro-scanpen-android/  

LookOut (Document Scanner): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.accessibility.reveal&hl=en_IE&gl=US  

If you want to feel like a graphic design master for a day, you need to join us for this workshop! The Canva workshop will equip you with the basic principles and do’s and don’ts of graphic design and Canva. Canva is a free graphic design platform that allows you to create like a pro. You can choose from thousands of professionally designed templates to edit and use as needed. 

 Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

Canva Design Features:  https://www.canva.com/learn/design/  

Canva Courses:  https://designschool.canva.com/courses/  

Download Canva: https://www.canva.com/download/windows/ 

If you haven’t heard of Canvas yet, you need to attend this workshop! Canvas is a Learning Management System and learning object repository that is used within UCC. This is where you will find training courses, quizzes, certain modules and even discussions and useful documents. In this workshop, you will learn the basic functions and practices of Canvas as well as some useful tips for using Canvas during your time in UCC. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources:  

UCC Canvas Support: https://www.ucc.ie/en/sit/support/canvassupport/  

https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Guides/ct-p/canvas_guides  

Update your notification preferences: written tutorial or watch this video. 

Link your Google Drive to Canvas: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-10602-4212717402 

To learn how to use the calendar as a student: read the tutorial. 

Most of us are familiar with Word, however, this session serves as a refresher or if you just want to expand your learning toolkit. Microsoft Word is a Word Processing software used to write documents in different kinds of formats. In this session, you will be equipped with different basic principles and tricks on how to use Word effectively. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

UCC Word for Essays, Reports, Theses: https://www.ucc.ie/en/sit/tips/word/  

IT Services Learners Pathways: https://www.ucc.ie/en/ittraining/onlinetraining/pathways/  

Preparation, preparation, preparation. Presentations are 70% preparation and only 30% actual presenting. PowerPoint is a Microsoft package designed to help you with this. PowerPoint assists you to create electronic presentations consisting of a series of separate pages or slides. In this session, you will learn the basic steps and tricks of compiling a good presentation. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

Royalty free images: https://unsplash.com/ or  https://pixabay.com/  

UCC IT Learner Pathways for PowerPoint: https://www.ucc.ie/en/ittraining/onlinetraining/pathways/ 

It is always good to consist of skills that set us apart from many others. Touch typing is considered a basic IT skill that is very beneficial in an academic or working environment. It creates an easy typing structure for your fingers to ensure that you type faster and more effectively while ensuring correct posture. This session will assist you in learning the basics of touch typing and other essential skills to assist you in making your academic career successful. 

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

Practice touch-typing skills through here:  https://www.typing.com/student/tests   

Touch-typing lessons: https://www.typingstudy.com/lesson/1   

Interactive Touch-typing exercises: https://www.nessy.com/nessyfingers/promo/  

Is this session not on the skills sessions timetable? Would you or a group be interested in attending this session, but the Skills Centre is currently not offering it? Let us know! We would be happy to know what session students look forward to the most, so the Skills Centre can cater to all of your academic needs, simply email us skillscentre@ucc.ie about the sessions you or a group would like to attend.

Additional Resources: 

UCC Skills Centre Assignment Calculator: https://www.ucc.ie/en/skillscentre/assignment-calculator/  

Natural Reader (text to speech): https://www.naturalreaders.com/software.html