Create a Study Area

Set up a study space where you can ‘go to class’ and minimize distractions

Organize Yourself

Review each class syllabus and map out a schedule.
Plan ahead for coordinating assignments, work, and life.
Review class assignments on the Canvas Calendar (click the Calendar on the blue bar, far-left when logged in to Canvas), as well as sync this calendar with your Emory Microsoft Outlook email.
Add your own reminders and 'to-do' lists to the Canvas Calendar
Download the Canvas Mobile App to your mobile device from your app store to work on the go.

Communicate

Stay in touch with classmates and instructors
Participate in all course activities
Ask for help when you need it
Commit to working effectively and communicating with others
Use online communication tools like Canvas Discussions, Slack, Google Docs, and Canvas Groups. Create a Facebook Group, Twitter account, or Instagram page for your class or class group.
Edit your Canvas profile and add a picture

Review Technical Skills, Guides, and Support Help

Review the tools being used at Emory at Student Digital Life. As a student, you have access to Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, and Canvas. Follow this link to discover what other software is available free or at reduced rates. You can also review and/or download writing, research, and bibliography software from the Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library,
University Technology Support is a way to get answers to technology questions: the Emory University IT Service Desk can be reached at 404-727-7777.
Or you can contact the RSPH Help Desk for technology assistance by calling 404-727-5536 or sending an email to help@sph.emory.edu. They are available Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m
Have access to the internet at home. Here is more information about access.
Log in to Emory Unplugged with your Emory credentials (Net ID and password) to use Emory's wireless network on campus.
Brush up technology skills in Linkedin Learning provided by Emory.
Look to meet minimum technology requirements
- Hardware
  - Processor: Intel Core i5 or i7 (or equivalent AMD processor)
  - Memory: Minimum 8 GB RAM best
  - Hard Disk: 500 GB SATA or 256 GB solid-state drive (SSD)
  - Removable Storage: Not necessary (USB flash drive or external hard drive for backups recommended)
  - Display: 1024x768 minimum (1280x800, 13” display or larger is better)
  - Networking: WiFi 802.11g (802.11n better, 802.11ac best)
  - Operating System: Windows 10 home premium or higher, Mac OS 10.13.6 High Sierra or higher
- Software
  - Modern Browser: Firefox (latest version), Chrome (latest version)
  - Microsoft Office 2016 (Free to Emory Students via Office365)
  - McAfee VirusScan Enterprise (Free to Emory Students - Install Anti-Virus Software
  - Have a backup plan for technology failure or internet disruption before you need it.

Self-Motivation and Perseverance

Online classes can seem less integrated into daily life; establish set times to review activities, updates, and announcements.
Consistency produces positive outcomes – don’t wait until the last minute. Plan a schedule that works for you, your life and habits.

Explore and Collect Resources

Search the Emory Libraries from home or use Virtual Services at Emory Libraries
Search the Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library.
Bookmark helpful sites that provide support like Canvas Guides and Zoom Documentation
Look to the far left blue bar when logged in to Canvas and click Help to chat, call, or search documentation for Canvas.