Getting Started

Here are key tips and resources to help you make the shift to learning online.

Best Practices

• Familiarize yourself with Canvas and WebEx and make sure you can access these resources on your devices (laptop, tablet, desktop computer, etc).
• Check Canvas often and reach out to instructors to find out how your classes will be held.
• Expect ongoing changes, and be patient with your instructors – and with yourself – as we all adjust to a new learning environment.
• Dedicate time for each of your classes, and be prepared to attend live lecture sessions if required.
• Be Cyber Aware and visit our Online Security Basics.
• You can access more great tips by visiting our Helpdesk Article.

 

Basic Tech Requirements

Hardware and Internet

• Devices to connect such as a desktop computer, laptop, or tablet
• Stable high-speed internet access (DSL, cable, hotspot, home or public Wi-Fi, eduroam)
• Computer Speakers
• Headset with microphone (highly recommended to reduce background noise)
• Webcam - Don't have a webcam?
• Turn your iPhone/iPad into a Webcam
• Turn your Android smartphone into a Webcam
• For students who only need a webcam, you can request one through the Library by emailing libticket@fau.edu.
• Students with financial need can request a laptop through the Laptop Computer Loan Policy.

Software

• Microsoft Office 365
• Current versions of a web browser such as Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome or Safari
• Note: Users taking online quizes or examines with HonorLock must have Google Chrome installed.
• Check out our Minimum and Recommended Computer Configurations.
• If using a Mobile Device, it's recommended to download corresponding Mobile Apps:
  
  Canvas WebEx Lockdown Browser MYFAU

 

For a complete list of devices and their software capabilities, please refer to the document below.