The Wireless display adapter can be used to "stream" your screen to another monitor/TV via a HDMI connection allowing you to present from your laptop to a larger screen.
How do I set up my Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter?First, make sure you have the...
Incident Report Cards (‘OOPS’ cards) are kept at the Support Information Zone (SIZ) Reception areas and also online (listed below), and within administrative and professional support areas. They can be used to report accidents and near misses (a near miss is an accident without...
1. Navigate to Microsoft's account creation page: https://login.live.com/login.srf?lw=1
(This can also be accessed by Googling “Create a Microsoft account” and following the link inside Microsoft's help page
)
2. On this logon screen find the button at the bottom...
If your department or team have a Facebook page, then it is important not to share the administrator password with anyone. You can add additional editors onto your page by following these steps:
There are several email and document properties that you can use to find items in Exchange Online and Outlook 2016.
Exchange Online has limited options for searching without making use of the specified search terms.
Please visit the Microsoft support page to view all the search terms...
Communication tips:
Communication tips:
Outlook offers “Auto-Complete” suggestions for recipients in the To, CC and BCC fields when composing a new email. These can be very helpful, however it can sometimes result in errors when you’re composing a new email to multiple recipients or groups with similar...
Bcc (Blind carbon copy) vs Cc (Carbon copy)
The option to use Bcc rather than Cc isn’t available by default, but it’s easy to make it appear and it is sometimes more appropriate to use.
Excel Quick Selection Techniques
In Excel to highlight/select data you can "click and drag" around the data to select it, there are in fact several different ways you can highlight/select data a lot faster or more effciently. Esspecially when you have large ammounts of data.
I...
There are several ways to re-size a column or row, each has a specific use and will benefit you in different ways depending on what you wish to accomplish.
Click and drag a column or row header's boundary:To resize an individual column or row you can click...
Freeze Panes can be used to lock specific columns or rows in place so that you may see them where-ever you are within the data.
In the view tab of the ribbon you will find the "freeze panes" drop down menu:
Ribbon1.png
This menu...
When you input data into Excel it is initially a 'data array' and although it is perfectly fine to leave data in this format it is sometimes easier or better to convert it to Table for the following reasons;
This page will guide you through using Excel to create basic mathematical operations. This is very similar to creating a function or formula except that we are not using the function's operative such as (=Sum) or (=Average) or...
This page will cover the 5 basic functions found in the auto-sum drop-down menu:
SUM
AVERAGE
COUNT NUMBERS
MAX
MIN
Summation, the addition of a...
Cell references are used in almost all functions and they interact differently with the Auto-fill handle depending on what type of reference you have used:
The fill handle is shown when a cell is selected (by left clicking it), you will...
Microsoft Excel can wrap text so it appears on multiple lines in a cell. You can format the cell so the text wraps automatically, or enter a manual line break. But this will prevent you from a cell potentially taking up...
Change font, style, point size and all formatting, in one go to match pre-existing text
Many times in Word you have copied and pasted something into your document only to find it is in a different font, size or is in bold or italics or some completely different format. Format...
This guide will show you how you can create hanging indents that you may need to use in your referencing or simply to format your paragraphs throughout your document.
If however, you are...
A sparkline is a small graphic designed to give a quick representation of numerical or statistical information within a piece of text, taking the form of a graph without axes. This is displayed within a single cell and can be used to visualise data when you don't have enough room or it...
If functions are used when we want to specify a criteria to limit our function to. For instance, if we were interested in values above a certain amount we could use =countIf in order to count the number of the values in a range, that are above a certain value. There are multiple...
Create a chart
Select the data for which you want to create a chart.
Pivot tables can be used for many things however their best function is served by collating data for you. This is easier to create when the data is presented in log format. What we mean by this is that you should log each transaction individually and not...
Word has a feature to auto-recover and save documents in case of crashes or problems to the file. This area is hidden on the computer under a hidden folder and therefore accessed using a method that's different from accessing a regular file.
When creating charts/graphs in Excel you may find that some labels are not added by default and must be added manually or are in an unsuitable place. Excel also allows for modification of these labels, as well as their placement. In this example i'm going to amend a pie...
VLC media player
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player and framework that plays most multimedia files as well as DVDs, Audio CDs, VCDs, and various streaming protocols. One of the features that VLC can provide is the option to 'loop' or replay videos once they...
Excel can use a function to lookup and retrieve data from a specific column or row within a table. Vlookup works to return back a column of data and Hlookup works to return a row of data instead, therefore the V stands for vertical lookup and the H, Horizontal lookup.
...Track changes can be used to lock a document. Any changes made to the document after it has been locked will feature in a list of 'tracked changes' that can be approved or denied. These are similar to comments but will update the original document if approved.
Turning on...
By default, all users who have a chi.ac.uk email account can see other users' free / busy calendar information. To view this information, follow the instructions below.
Adding a calendar from the university directory - Office 365There are multiple ways of highlighting or removing duplicates from an Excel worksheet.
Conditional FormattingConditional formatting can be used to highlight duplicates ready for manual removal. This will use any formatting you select to overlay the data and show you any duplicates....
Excel provides a feature that is intended to split a single column of data into multiple columns. For instance, if you had a column of full names (first and last) and needed to separate these out into two columns:
Text to Columns'Text to columns' is found in the 'data'...
Excel has a feature that allows you to format a cell so that it may only contain certain answers you have specified. These will be displayed as a drop-down list that displays when a cell with the formatting on is selected. This is useful for removing things such as...
If you are concerned about the health impact of "Blue Light" (the light that comes from a PC monitor, tablet, mobile phone, TV), then there is a filter built into Windows 10 that you may wish to enable.
Windows 10 has a Night Light setting which gently reduces the monitors blue-tones,...
Please complete the fire incident report form following any activation of the fire alarm system.
Forms:Fire indicent report form
This should only be completed by members of the FIC team. If you would like to report any fire incident please email...
There are 4 ways to add references:
Please note: when you first open your library, a pop-up box appears, highlighting where...
As Microsoft Teams is new for University staff and Students, the Skills team would like to offer a Team/Area for users to try out the various features before setting up or using their own teams.
Joining the Skills - Test TeamJoining can be achieved in two ways:
Term
Explanation
PictureTeams Homepage/TabThis is the screen you will see all of the Teams you are a member or owner of. You can access the Teams Homepage by clicking 'Teams' in the left sidebar TeamA 'Team' is a group that can be joined by staff and students, it...
Origin is a video game digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts. This platform is used by the university to install certain items of software from games to applications. To access this platform, you must have an account. If you already have one you may sign in...
Specialist software on University managed Windows desktops and laptops can be accessed using the ‘Managed Software Centre’, which contains a list of all the software currently licensed for you and/or your device.
In the Start Menu, scroll down to ‘Managed Software Centre’,
...
This guide applies only to University of Chichester issued devices.
If you are experiencing this on a personal device please contact the Support and Information Zone.
SymptomsThis message is usually displayed because you have added a resource email account with user credentials...
To comply with government regulations, the University of Chichester has published these accessibility statements for its websites and mobile apps.
A bookmark is a web browser feature used to save a web site's URL address for future reference. Bookmarks save user and browser time, which is especially useful for Web pages with long URLs or accessing a specific part of the site that might not be the homepage for...
When focused mailbox mode is enabled it will split your Inbox into two Tabs:
Focused & OtherHigh priority emails are directed to the Focused tab, whilst low priority emails like advertisements and generic newsletter items are directed to the "Other" Mailbox...
Submitted PDF files can be downloaded and annotated in the Microsoft Edge browser:
Used effectively for activities such as research and self-promotion, social media can dramatically enhance your employability. However, if used carelessly, social media can significantly damage your chances in the job market. This guide outlines some of the things you need to consider, and the...
H5P makes it easy to create, share and reuse HTML5 content and applications. H5P empowers everyone to create rich and interactive web experiences more efficiently.
H5P content is responsive and mobile friendly, which means that users will experience the...
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free and open-source raster graphics editor used for image retouching and editing, free-form drawing, converting between different image formats, and more specialised tasks.
How to download GIMPIf you know that you are working with someone with a visual impairment, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not all visually impaired people are the same,...
If you know that you are working with someone who is on the autistic spectrum, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not everyone is the same, here are some good general tips:
autism.jpg...If you know that you are working with someone with dyslexia, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not all people are the same, here are some good general tips:
dyslexia.jpg...If you know that you are working with someone with a physical or motor disability, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not all people are the same, here are some good general tips:
physical...If you know that you are working with someone with anxiety, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not all people are the same, here are some good general tips:
anxiety poster.jpg...After all students have submitted to an assessment, you may wish to lock the submissions to stop them from making any further changes. You can do this for a whole assignment or for an individual/select students.
Please note: If students have extensions, or permission to resubmit, you will...If you're teaching on a module and want to receive an email when a student submits an assignment after the due date, you can set this up in the Assignment settings
Here are a number of useful features, tips and reminders for you during the online marking process
Dyslexia StickersWhen marking assignments, please make sure that you are checking for the dyslexia icon. This appears alongside the student ID when you are viewing the submissions...
University has a duty to:
When adding images to your teaching resources, it is important to add a text description (known as ALT text) so that visually impaired users can still understand what is being shown.
Developed by The DIAGRAM Center (Digital Image And Graphic Resources for Accessible Materials), a Benetech...
Blended Learning is all about combining face to face teaching with online learning experiences in a way that complements each other. We have various tools to enable this, such as Moodle, Panopto, Teams etc. However it can be difficult if...
Staff can use ChiReadingLists to create electronic versions of their reading lists, making core and recommended readings easily accessible to students.
Corridors - Keep left:
Corridors - One way:
Doors - Enter only:
Doors - Exit only:
Exit only:
Keep 2 metres apart:
Kitchens - Maintain distance:
...
Mimecast is the new security provider for University email.
You will still be able to access your University email like normal in Microsoft 365 and Outlook Desktop, and you will notice some changes in how your web links and email attachments work.
The following sections...
Updates for Teams can roll-out gradually, so you may find your version isn't as up to date as someone elses.
You may want to check for any available updates, to do this in the teams App, click on your profile picture/initials in the top left and choose Check for updates:
...
Do you know how to recognise a personal data breach, and would you be confident of the process to follow if you discovered one? Questions about data breaches are among the most common queries we receive, and it is also the topic that can cause the most anxiety, with fear of hefty financial...
We tend to think of social media like real life. We have a conversation or a thought and then move on – forgetting that in the digital world a copy could be kept forever, unless we take steps to remove it. This guide explains how to minimise any potential damage your previous use of social media...
Access to the Business School Webserver is provided by a username and password sent to you in an email. If you don't have an email with these details, and you feel you should have access, then please log a support call at https://supportme.chi.ac.uk or speak with your lecturer.
In your...
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Content transferred.
=Unique is a function used in Excel to find only Unique values in a range or array.
e.g. If you have a list of Departments:
We can use the unique function to identify all the unique values in this list and produce a list of them...
Excel Quick Selection Techniques
In Excel to highlight/select data you can "click and drag" around the data to select it, there are in fact several different ways you can highlight/select data a lot faster or more efficiently. Especially when you have large amounts of data.
I shall...
Find and/or replace is a powerful feature that allows you to search for a text string within your data set. It will show you all of the times that Excel can see the text string in your document, allowing you to be taken to the next word by clicking the 'next' button. If...
Conditional formatting is a feature that has a variety of uses. Mainly surrounding different ways of displaying data corresponding to the value found within the cell or range of data. This can help you visualise the data faster...
A sparkline is a small graphic designed to give a quick representation of numerical or statistical information within a piece of text, taking the form of a graph without axes. This is displayed within a single cell and can be used to visualise data when you don't have enough room or it...
Create a chart
Select the data for which you want to create a chart.
When creating charts/graphs in Excel you may find that some labels are not added by default and must be added manually or are in an unsuitable place. Excel also allows for modification of these labels, as well as their placement. In this example i'm going to amend a pie...
Excel can use a function to lookup and retrieve data from a specific column or row within a table. Vlookup works to return back a column of data and Hlookup works to return a row of data instead, therefore the V stands for vertical lookup and the H, Horizontal lookup.
...There are multiple ways of highlighting or removing duplicates from an Excel worksheet.
Conditional FormattingConditional formatting can be used to highlight duplicates ready for manual removal. This will use any formatting you select to overlay the data and show you any duplicates....
Excel has a feature that allows you to format a cell so that it may only contain certain answers you have specified. These will be displayed as a drop-down list that displays when a cell with the formatting on is selected. This is useful for removing things such as...
Pivot tables can be used for many things however their best function is served by collating data for you. This is easier to create when the data is presented in log format. What we mean by this is that you should log each transaction individually and not...
Excel provides a feature that is intended to split a single column of data into multiple columns. For instance, if you had a column of full names (first and last) and needed to separate these out into two columns:
Text to Columns'Text to columns' is found in the 'data'...
The fill handle can be used in a variety of ways that may save you time. From repeating sequences or repeating data to repeating a formula over a large area.
The fill handle is the name given to the green dot found on the bottom right corner of the selected...
Find and/or replace is a powerful feature that allows you to search for a text string within your data set. It will show you all of the times that Excel can see the text string in your document, allowing you to be taken to the next word by clicking the 'next' button. If...
Excel can handle lots of different format types of numbers, but you must regularly choose what type of number format you wish to be expressed on the cells containing those numbers. If you don't, you may suffer problem when calculating functions or expressing the data in...
The SORT function sorts the contents of a range or array.
In this example we are sorting an array of sales which currently unordered. When =SORT(B3:E51) is used we will see the array now sorted by the first column, in this case A-Z of the Item column:
...The SORT function sorts the contents of a range or array.
In this example we are sorting an array of sales which currently unordered. When =SORT(B3:E51) is used we will see the array now sorted by the first column, in this case A-Z of the Item column:
...The FILTER function allows you to filter a range of data based on criteria you define.
Syntax=FILTER(array,include,[if_empty])
arrayThe array or range to filterincludeThe array from which you'd like to filter results by[if_empty] (optional)The value to return if all...There are several ways to re-size a column or row, each has a specific use and will benefit you in different ways depending on what you wish to accomplish.
Click and drag a column or row header's boundary:To resize an individual column or row you can click...
Freeze Panes can be used to lock specific columns or rows in place so that you may see them where-ever you are within the data.
In the view tab of the ribbon you will find the "freeze panes" drop down menu:
Ribbon1.png
This menu...
When you input data into Excel it is initially a 'data array' and although it is perfectly fine to leave data in this format it is sometimes easier or better to convert it to Table for the following reasons;
This page will guide you through using Excel to create basic mathematical operations. This is very similar to creating a function or formula except that we are not using the function's operative such as (=Sum) or (=Average) or...
Below are a list of Excel guides currently available, these are a work in progress and will be added to as time goes on. If however you have a need for a tutorial that doesn't exist yet then please email ITSkills@chi.ac.uk to request it.
BeginnerExcel...
Microsoft Excel can wrap text so it appears on multiple lines in a cell. You can format the cell so the text wraps automatically, or enter a manual line break. But this will prevent you from a cell potentially taking up...
1. Introduction
Our Learning Resource Centres (LRC) are the hub of our learning environment and play a vital part in providing students and staff with the resources, services and support required to...
SharePoint sites exist in a number of different ways and therefore accessing them for the purposes of syncing with your local PC are done differently according to their type:
Welcome to the Nursing and Allied Health students support pages of the Electronic South PAD, known as MyPad. Here you will find guidance on navigating the site from logging in to creating a Practise Supervisor.
A table of contents is available on the left-hand side with quick...
Please find below various guidelines and links to NMC policy and procedures.
Standards framework for nursing and midwifery education Standard for student supervision and assessment Standards for pre registration nursing programmes...
You can add a Poll in any chat window, whether you are in a meeting or if you are just using chat on its own.
If you are in a meeting and you want to set up a poll, open the Chat window and click on the ellipses (...) at the bottom of the chat
...
Once you have clicked into your meeting you have a number of ways to manage your participants.
If one person will be speaking at a time, it is advisable to ask all other participants to mute their microphones. Teams will try to prioritise the loudest noise it detects so if you have...
Microsoft Teams allows you to set up online meetings with up to 350 people.
Tip! Setting your meeting so that everyone can by...
Teams is the software we use for our synchronous online lectures (those you attend online). For the best experience with Teams we recommend installing the Teams App, this will give you more functionality and ensure you can see a gallery view of participants rather than just the current speaker....
You can join scheduled meetings either via the Teams app or via a web app, we recommend using the Teams app as can give a better Teams experience. The Teams app is very quick to install and can be done when you join your first meeting. However we recommend you download Teams in advance, to do...
You can contact individuals via Microsoft Teams to communicate by text, voice, video and share your screen. This does not require you to join a Team and can be useful for direct communication.
In the participants window you can also click on the ellipses at the top of the page (in the same line as the heading People) and from here you can change the meeting options by clicking manage permissions or you can download an attendee list. This can be useful for online lectures in the...
If you hover over a participant and click the Ellipses that appear, you have a number of options, such as:
People without a University of Chichester email address can join Teams meetings as a guest. This could be for business meetings, for when we have guest speakers in lectures or for online events.
You need to make sure the guest has the link of the meeting that everyone else has, if you...
You can share your screen or other content in Teams meetings by clicking on the Share content button on your control bar (this is the button with an up arrow)
Choose your desktop (if you wish to play a video as part of your meeting or lecture, make sure you also select Include computer...
If you wish you go into your Teams meeting or lecture a few minutes early and put up a 'welcome screen' to do this:
Create a PowerPoint slide informing the participants the session will begin soon, with any further instructions (such as please mute your microphone).
Example for...
If your participants wish to say something or ask a question in a Teams meeting, you can advise them at the beginning to unmute themselves if you want them to be able to speak as and when they choose, or if you don't want to be interrupted, you can ask them to submit questions in the chat window...
There are two ways to set up Breakout roomsIn Teams meetings, you can either create them on the moodle page in advance, or use the Microsoft breakout rooms feature, so which should you use?
Setting them up on the Moodle page in advance
If you wish, a Team can be set up for a Module, however this is not necessary to hold online lectures, and is only needed if you would like a more social space for collaboration.
Moodle should be still be used for all module resources.
If you only want to set up an online lecture...
If you have been invited to join a Team you may be notified in a number of ways.
You may:
If you have a direct link or a...
You can set up a Team space to:
There are a number of ways you can check and test your audio and video device settings
click on the account icon at the top of...
Live transcription can make your meeting more productive and inclusive for participants who are deaf or hard-of-hearing or have different levels of language proficiency. Participants in noisy places will also appreciate the visual aid. This feature is available in the desktop version of Teams....
The Microsoft Immersive Reader is a free tool, built into Word, OneNote, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Forms, and the Edge browser, that implement proven techniques to improve reading and writing for people regardless of their age or ability.
Any undergraduate or postgraduate student who believes that they have serious and unexpected short-term personal or medical circumstances which have impacted on their ability to submit, or that have seriously affected his or her performance in an assessment, and which he or she wishes a Board of...
This page now redirects to the Electronic Information Security Policy - IT Code of Conduct
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued an alert following an increased number of ransomware attacks on UK Universities:
www.ncsc.gov.uk/news/alert-targeted-ransomware-attacks-on-uk-education-sector
It is an unfortunate fact of life that we have to stay vigilant to...
You can customise your WordPress site by changing its theme, to do this, hover over the Appearance option in the dashboard, and click on Themes.
A page showing all the themes you can choose from will show, hover over any of the themes and click Live Preview to see how it...
Locker usage guidance
You can create a Wordpress post from your Dashboard. hover over the Posts option on the left hand side and click Add New
Enter a title for your post and then add your post content, you can add additional elements to the page using the various + icons on the page, publish...
eStream is the secure video platform for education and offers TV, radio and satellite recordings, interactive videos and quizzes and Connect, which allows access to content from lots of other institutions around the world to include in your Moodle pages.
With eStream you can:
How many times have you clicked to download a zip file, image, or document to find that your computer has automatically saved the file to a folder called “Downloads”… and how many times have you deleted the files in this folder?
Many of us will have a Downloads folder that is full of files...
A blog consists of diary-style text entries or posts, for this we use WordPress. Usually posts are displayed most recent first, at the top of the page. There are a number of educational uses for blogs such as posting work, reflective writing, class discussion, online diary of development,...
The University News and Events forum will send an email to all users in the university who have not unsubscribed from them. Sending an email to all staff or all students through email is a different process and is one that cannot be unsubscribed from so is reserved for key university...
If you have a student account and want to be able to log into Moodle, email, ChiView etc, while logged into your computer on your staff account you can do this:
The student intranet is housed in the top bar of moodle:
The Student Services, Study Related, Campus Facilities, and Timetables drop down menus (Circled) contain links to:
If you have a shared document in Teams, Office 365 groups, in SharePoint or in Onedrive, you can edit it at the same time as other people when it is opened online in a browser. This enables you to work collaboratively on the same document, either in real time or at separate times, without the...
You can access all of your feedback through ChiView.
Click on Assessment Feedback:
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As well as being anble to click the buttons to view your Feedback/ results, you can also view any annotated...
There is help on many subjects on our dedicated help pages, to access the help pages go to help.chi.ac.uk and search for your query. If you require further assistance, contact the Support and Information Zone (SIZ).
Access the help pages: help.chi.ac.uk (no log in required)SIZ...With Microsoft Forms you can create a form, such as a survey or quiz, invite others to respond to it using almost any web browser or mobile device, see real-time results as they're submitted, use built-in analytics to evaluate responses, and export results to Excel for additional analysis or...
On University computers the Staff intranet is the home page for both Chrome and Edge or it can be accessed from the Start menu.
On personal devices you can access it by visiting staffnet.chi.ac.uk, or from the Staff/student links on the main website....
Below is a link to a document listing the Universities main social media channels.
For more information about posting on these channels (note: some may be old and/or have been subsequently replaced by more current channels) please contact the relevant Academic Department, Professional...
There are two ways that you can download submissions:
You can do this one by one by clicking on the file name
Or to download all at the same time, at the top under Grading action, choose Download all submissions.
Jisc Online Surveys (Formerly BOS or Bristol online) are easy to create and maintain, and the results can be exported into Excel or PDF.
Please raise a job via Support Me if you would like a Jisc online Surveys account, this is available to staff and students.
General Instructions...
When you have created a Teams meeting, there are a number of Meeting Options. to access these open up the meeting from your calendar and you will be able to select Meeting Options
Or if you have created a lecture link in Moodle you will have the option to amend the...
If you are copying and pasting content from other sources such as Word, pdfs or other websites, sometimes the background code that manages the formatting can come with it. (eg bold will remain bold text and the headings are already large) You may not notice any problem, but sometimes you may...
It is possible to add a button in the text editor of Moodle.
First of all type what you want your button to say, then highlight it and click on the hyperlink button
2020-06-29 14_40_54-Window.pngPaste the URL or the link of where you want...
You can use the Moodle Assignment for formative as well as summative assignments and for collating documents such as consent forms.
You can follow the same guide for setting up the Assignment tool for summative assignments, but make two changes:
In the Assignment settings, navigate...
Have you ever noticed that some website addresses have a prefix of http or https?
Well, the 's' stands for secure, so if a website has https it means that the content is encrypted, and therefore less likely to be intercepted by a third party (hackers!). When shopping or inputting any...
We have become aware that some lectures are being recorded for students by adding audio to PowerPoint. This is not something we recommend for the following reasons:
To use live captions in a meeting, go to your meeting controls and click the ellipses (...) then choose Turn on live captions.
To stop using live captions, go to the meeting controls and click the ellipses (...) then choose Turn off live captions.
...Resource Booker is the University of Chichester's online system for booking rooms. This can be accessed by going to https://resourcebooker.chi.ac.uk
To log in you will need to use your University email address then Username and password.
On the left of...
Steam is a video game digital distribution platform developed by Valve Corporation. This platform is used by the university to install certain items of software from games to applications. To access this platform, you must have an account. If you already have one you may sign in...
Objects in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc) can be grouped together to perform as a singular object. This includes; images, textboxes, shapes and SmartArt.
Once grouped, the layout of each object relative to one another will stay the same even if you move or...
While giving a PowerPoint Presentation you can make use of something called Presenter view, this mode allows the projector* to display your presentation full screen without your notes showing to the audience. The second monitor* will show a ...
The Animation pane allows you to change the order objects animate in, without needing to remove and reapply animations.
The Animation pane can be found in the Animations tab of the ribbon:
When selected the animation pane open in the sidebar and will...
There are two ways to add audio to a presentation:
1. Adding Audio already on your PC (saved)
2. Record Audio (record live)
To add a clip from your computerHave the audio file saved to the computer locally as an MP3 file - (if you have...
PowerPoint will generally create placeholders for text and images on each new slide unless you choose a blank slide specifically. However, sometimes you will want to create your own. The insert text-box tool is available for this situation.
In the 'Insert' tab of...
The University of Chichester requires all written assignments to be submitted as electronic copy into the module's Moodle page. Once submitted to the Assignment activity in Moodle, it will be checked by a service called Turnitin, where an Originality Report...
In order to reduce the file size of any Microsoft document (Word, Powerpoint or Excel) there are a few steps we can take without removing content.
Images usually make up the vast majority of a document's file size as text uses very little file space by comparison. Although removing...
6 months following the completion of your programme of study at the University of Chichester you will no longer have access to your student IT account. Furthermore, your student IT account and its associated data will be deleted. Please Note: if you are continuing your studies here on a new...
The forum activity allows participants of a Module to post comments as part of a thread. Files such as images and media maybe included in forum posts.
In PowerPoint 2019 and onwards you can record a Presentation. This will save your narration of the slides (audio or video) and the timings of your slide changes and animation triggers. Once the presentation recording has been complete. The video/audio will be...
PowerPoint has a new feature which mimics the style of presentation of Prezzi, using one large slide to place all of the subsequent slides on. Throughout the presentation, these slides will be zoomed into when that slide is reached, giving the impression that the whole...
'Slide Masters' are the templates or layouts, which are shown in in your 'new slide' button:
These can be modified, duplicated or created from new, so that you can include your own template slides to work from. Slide Master can also contain logos or images,...
The University IT Skills Trainer offers students support, advice, and training on the Microsoft Office Suite as well as other university IT systems. Drop-in Training sessions are hosted online periodically and individual or group training sessions can be booked via email (ITSkills@chi.ac.uk) or...
The short course below will give you an introduction to studying at the University of Chichester, focusing on what will be expected of you and the academic skills required for degree level study.
It includes advice on the following:
With Microsoft OneNote, educators can create notebooks that help them stay organised, deliver curriculum, and collaborate with students and colleagues. They have been frequesntly used as a student ePortfolio where the tutor can set up page templates for the students to complete online.
...
Microsoft Teams is a tool designed for team communication and collaboration, combining chat, audio/video calling, file storage, and apps. You can use Microsoft Teams either from the Teams App or by using the Teams web version.
You will get the best user experience by using the Teams...
Support and Information (SIZ) Equipment Borrowing: Terms & Conditions
When you borrow equipment you agree to the following terms and conditions:
The University of Chichester Social Media Policy and Guidelines are designed for employees who use, or wish to use, social media within their role at the University of Chichester.
This information has been written to provide guidance on the...
Locker usage guidance
Module Evaluation Feedback can be done online, this saves a lot of hours of work collating questionnaire answers and saves paper.
If you are concerned that students will not fill in the questionnaire if it is online, then allow a little time in the lecture as you would with a paper...
From Monday 07th November 2022, we are requesting that staff no longer request ‘Module De-Registration’ via email to the Modular Team.
As part of aiding student retention and engagement, we have streamlined this process within ChiView to make it more informative, and also easier...
Here you will find guides on how to use some of the reporting features in ChiView:
Mendeley is a reference management programme. Using Mendeley, you can collect, store and organise your research sources. The programme allows you to input your own references; import/export references from databases; create bibliographies; use Mendeley Cite plugin in MS Word and...
In order to give staff direct control over updating changes to Module Coordinators, we have developed new ChiView functionality that will enable you to do this instantly. This means that with effect from Monday 21st November 2022 it will no longer be necessary for staff to email the...
A student may be able to change to a different programme of study; however, any change will be dependent upon meeting admission requirements for the new programme, the availability of the programme including timetabling constraints, and the amount of credit achieved at the...
Hybrid Teaching is where timetabled teaching is delivered where participants (tutors and/or students) are at the same time in the classroom and online. The hybrid model of teaching and learning uses both online and in-person options in a purposeful way. Not only does this model give increased...
Salmon's (2011) Five Stage Model - Student Engagement in Blended Learning (Accessible version)
Where a member of staff is new to teaching in Higher Education, there is an expectation for successful engagement in professional development focused on learning and teaching in Higher Education.
The Postgraduate...
You can create a group to store a list of people you want to send email to. Use this group to send messages to multiple contacts without having to enter each contact separately in the message.
Groups that you create in your Contacts folder aren't available to other users in the University...
The Ease of Access Centre can be found by searching the Start menu (enter ease in the search box)
Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut Windows button + U to access it.
Commonly used options are also available from login screen via the Ease of Access icon...
Select the Design tab on the ribbon
Find the Page Background group and then Page Colour to see the options
Select the colour you prefer to work on. You can hover over the colours to test them, or simply keep changing the...
Apple products come with many accessibility features including VoiceOver (screen reader), Dictation (voice for text fields), FaceTime (video communication), and Siri (voice and keyboard interaction with the device).
Apple maintains a comprehensive guide to them:
Inspiration software is available on all open access PCs.
Inspiration is used to create mind maps, which can then turn into an outline view or even into a presentation. It may be particularly useful for anyone who has dyslexia or just finds it...
If a printer is faulty, please remember you can go to any other printer on either campus to release your print job, but please also report the fault as soon as possible.
Students: please report any printing issues to the SIZ desk in the Learning Resources Centres.
Staff: please...
Click the option for more actions (usually three dots) in the menu bar
Choose print
Confirm you would like to print
Advance notice of upcoming IT work and projects:
Date/TimeTitleDetailsNone scheduled
Clutter can help you filter low-priority emails, saving time for your most important messages. The email server keeps track of the emails you read and the ones you don't. Once turned on, Clutter is automatic. As new email comes in, it takes messages you're most likely to ignore...
After you delete an email in Office 365, it is automatically moved to the Deleted Items folder. It will remain in there until the Deleted Items folder is emptied, either by using the empty deleted items option or the emptying the deleted items folder when I sign out option.
However, if you...
The University of Chichester offers centralised support in the following areas.
Please click on the links to see full details:
The University Study Skills Moodle page has advice on essay planning and structuring, academic and critical writing, dissertations, exam preparation, time management, as well as guides to academic referencing.
The Academic Skills Adviser offers one-to-one tutorials and group workshops...
Announcements to students are posted on Moodle. They are posted in either an area’s news forum, or on the ‘Student News (Other)’ page. Students navigate to the appropriate news forums to read them. Announcements are also emailed to anyone who has chosen to enrol on that...
Automatic replies are used whenever you're unable to respond to email for an extended period of time. After automatic replies are turned on, they'll be sent once to each sender.
The process is very similar whether you are using Office 365 or Outlook. You only need to set the automatic...
If you are the account manager and know the password you can access the generic account in a web browser using the following steps:
1. Visit http://mail.chi.ac.uk, or click on any email link on the University website
2. Input the username and password of the resource account. The...
This depends on the course you are on and whether you have received training.
How do I borrow, collect or return loans?See the detailed guide.
Can I extend a loan?This is considered on a case by case basis.
What happens if I break the equipment?Any...
If you have seen someone who appears to be doing something with computers that you are concerned about please call the SIZ in confidentiality.
If you have accessed something that you are concerned might increase the risks of cyber-attack, please also contact us as soon as possible so that...
This information is for staff who have changed their name and would like their University IT account/s to reflect this change:
1. Make sure you have shown HR proof of your name change
2. Log a job with IT through Support Me (or via the SIZ) for your IT account to be altered.
...
A student may wish to change their name for various reasons. UK law does not require any specific process for a change of name (deed poll).
Please visit the student handbook for further details, including how to change your name for the following:
For visitors to the University there are two Wi-Fi networks:
If you are staying in halls of residence, in order to have the best Wi-Fi experience, you should sign up and connect to both UoC-Guest and Glide. Most devices will automatically connect to the...
Some older devices may not connect to Wi-Fi until you have installed the Global Sign certificate.
You can download the Global Sign certificate from the link at the top of this page (...
The SIZ team can book an appointment for students with the following:
The University’s emergency phone number operates 24 hours a day for on campus emergencies: 01243 816363 (extension 6363 from an internal phone). This number can be used to request first aid support, or to report security issues or lift breakdowns.
Where appropriate please call 999 for...
The SIZ counters are located on the ground floor of the Learning Resource Centres on the Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses.
The maps website can help you to find your way around the campuses.
Please note: this example uses Microsoft Word. The process is similar for other Office apps (Excel etc).
Microsoft Word automatically saves your documents every 10 minutes (approximately). You can check how frequently the save is running by opening Word and selecting the File tab >...
The scheduling assistant lets you see when people in the University are available before planning a meeting. It lets you view the attendees' calendars, indicate where there are conflicts, and suggest times when all of the attendees are free.
The Scheduling Assistant can only be as accurate...
The storage allocation on the H drive (on site storage) is:
Staff - 50 GB
Students - 10 GB
Your work area can be accessed from the Start button, then File Explorer then select the H drive
Remember, you can also use OneDrive cloud...
The HEAR is a University-verified online document that records a student's broader achievements, as well as their programme and module details and results. The HEAR is added to during a student's time at the University and a final HEAR is released to applicable students when they complete their...
Please visit the Password manger help page for details of how to unlock your account or reset your password.
Please visit the Password manger help page for details of how to reset your password or unlock your account.
The Service Delivery team offer emergency support for real time incidents e.g. troubleshooting AV equipment. If you experience a technical fault that is preventing the use of the IT or AV equipment in a teaching room, please contact…
Classroom Technical Support on (01243 81) 6222 or visit...
This page summarises the support, services, and software available for our students who are blind, visually impaired, dyslexic, have difficulty with reading, or who want to make use of accessible options.
SoftwareSpecific assistive technology software is available on open access Windows...
Texthelp Read&Write is available to students and staff.
This literacy software makes the web, documents and files more accessible. It's great for people with dyslexia and other learning difficulties, or anyone whose first language isn't English. From reading on-screen...
You can borrow Kensington security cables from the SIZ to lock your laptop securely while you walk around the library
Most laptops will have a Kensington connection (located on the side or back of the laptop)
Many desks in the open access areas...
By default, all users who have a chi.ac.uk email account can see other users' free / busy calendar information.
If you want to give other people additional rights to view your calendar, such as subject / location or full details, you...
Guides to University telephones:
You may want to share an email folder with someone. Once you have set up the necessary permissions the user will see the individual folder or folders you have given them access to and not your full mailbox.
(Please note: if you want another user to manage your mailbox including inbox,...
The SIZ has a range of equipment that is available for current students and staff to borrow (you will need to show your campus card). This includes:
Assistive equipmentBoth Microsoft and Apple have built in accessibility options that include altering the screen display contrast.
However, if you only want to use high contrast while web browsing you can install an extension to Chrome.
Installing the High Contrast extension in Chrome1. In Chrome,...
The headphone socket on the open access PCs is at the back of the screen at the bottom, near to the USB ports
DVDThe DVD drive on the open access PCs is on the right-hand side of the screen (from the front)
You can create a contact group from an email you have sent or received by copying the email addresses in the To or Cc box and pasting these into a new contact group.
Step by step instructions are available from Microsoft.
Think privacy...when naming your contact group, think about...
This page now redirects to https://help.chi.ac.uk/rooms
Any staff member can submit a request for IT provisioning, however, the departmental budget holder will need to authorise the request before it can be progressed.
1. From the Self Service Portal click on Log a Request
2. Search...
Pop-ups are web pages that are forced to open in separate windows.
Pop-ups may contain useful information; however, be cautious of online advertisement pop-ups or websites attempting to use pop-ups to install malicious programs or viruses.
Below are some guides on how to enable or...
You can set Adobe Reader as the default programme for viewing pdfs on Windows computers by following these steps:
1. Click on the Start button and select the Settings cog
2. In the Windows Settings display, select Apps
3. Within the App ...
It is important that the University has an accurate record of attendance. The expectation is that students attend all timetabled sessions for each module.
Each department has a student attendance management coordinator if you have any questions
The Student Attendance and Absence...
When sending emails to recipients outside of the University from your staff or generic email account (@chi.ac.uk), it is sometimes difficult to determine if these emails are being accessed using a secure method. This is particularly important when the information being sent includes personal...
Information about graduation, including about the ceremonies, academic dress, and tickets is available on the University's main website.
For information about council tax, including exemption and reduction, please see the Student Handbook.
You can also access the Student Handbook in Moodle under the Study Related dropdown menu.
Information about the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is available on the Data Protection area of the staff intranet (login required).
On desktops, laptops, and Surface devices press Ctrl+Alt+i on the keyboard to display the serial number on the screen (it is sometimes called the computer name or referred to as the service tag).
On desktops, the white sticker (usually on the top of the...
In the past when sending emails containing personal data or sensitive information to recipients both inside and outside of the University from your staff or generic email account (@chi.ac.uk), there were no controls regarding where this email could go. It could be forwarded and the contents...
The default reply method in Office 365 is reply all (which is different to the Outlook desktop client installed on University computers).
This guide will show you how change the setting from 'reply all' to 'reply' in Office 365.
You can virus scan University files, folders, or devices.
If you believe you have a virus, or the scan results indicate you have, please contact SIZ immediately.
Single file / folder / USB scanWith over 5,000 students and 1,000 members of staff, the University’s activities can have a large impact on our local and global environment. However, our activities provide us with many opportunities to create a culture of environmental awareness throughout our community, which will hopefully...
This Policy relates to personal data, as defined in data protection legislation, which is held within the Supportworks call logging system.
What is Supportworks?You must immediately report breaches or potential breaches of personal data as soon as you become aware of them. This includes lost or stolen laptops, memory sticks or other mobile devices, and accidental disclosures of information, for example sending an email to the wrong recipient.
If...
If you communicate by email with members of staff from the University of Chichester, it is likely you have been sent an encrypted email if it contains sensitive or personal information.
While instructions are provided in the email on how to decrypt the message, a more detailed guide is...
This Policy relates to personal data, as defined in data protection legislation, which is held within the Estates Call Management System.
What is the Estates Call Management System?ChiView is the way to access information in the student records system.
Log in to ChiView at: https://chiview.chi.ac.uk
StudentsThe Print and Imaging team are here to help you print and bind your dissertation.
Before you bring / send your work to PrintShop please make any final checks as printing several copies can become expensive.
PrintingIf you would like...
Firstly, download the Microsoft Outlook app from one of the following app stores:
Then, after running the app, log on using your university email address and password.
...
MATLAB is a high-performance language for technical computing. It integrates computation, visualisation, and programming in an environment where problems and solutions are expressed in mathematical notation.
Simulink is a block diagram environment for multidomain simulation and model-based...
The University's Student Money Team offers information, advice, and guidance on all aspects of student finance and funding, including:
The University of Chichester is dedicated to its Community Commitment Charter, which details the relationship between the University and its students and staff, with shared obligations to be considerate and respectful to one another at all times. It includes the...
In order to ensure that the collections in the library are current, and as such provide the best possible support for programmes of study, the Library Service will undertake a rolling programme of stock revision. A systematic programme of revision represents good housekeeping...
1.1.It is the policy of the University of Chichester to explain the purpose and expectations of the online reading lists (ChiReadingLists).
1.2.The purpose of this policy is:
1.2.1.To set out guidance on...
You can download any of our self-harm booklets from here:
The facilities of the Library are open to all members of staff and registered students of the University. Other persons seeking to use the Library should refer to the visitor access guide
2. DisciplineAll users of the Library are required to adhere to the zoning...
The University of Chichester recognises the fact that students coming to university from a care background may need additional support whilst at university. We have therefore developed a Care Leavers Package for eligible students. This optional package offers these students year-long...
In order to fast track referrals of students of concern to the Wellbeing Team and to ensure data protection guidelines are followed, please use the following form:
Please note that, for security, you do need to be logged into your University account...
The Wellbeing Counselling Service is one of our Health and Wellbeing services and is accessed through Wellbeing Services.
They provide a safe space to talk through your worries with registered counsellors who will help you find your way forward.
For more information see our...
On this page:
The Disability and Dyslexia Service provides a range of support services to students with disabilities, continuing health conditions, and specific learning difficulties (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia).
This page contains broad information around the following:
Digital technologies support our commitment to teaching, research and organisational excellence. Although, for us, ‘education is not an app’, we believe that new technologies/digital literacy can enhance staff and student learning relationships. Specifically, we believe that...
The information on this page does not apply to you, and you need not take any further action, if:
Browsing data includes: cookies, cache, history and saved passwords. Occasionally you may need to clear some or all of this data. Different browsers have slightly different methods. The links below take you to guides produced by the browsers.
Please note:
For more information on parking please visit https://www.chi.ac.uk/about-us/how-to-find-us/#travel-by-car .
Inter campus and subsidised local bus servicesTimetablesTimetables for the services outlined below can be found at bus.chi.ac.uk, and travel information can be found on...
As well as the Learning Resource Centres, there are a number of spaces on both campuses that are available to study in. These include areas with open access computers, group study locations, and spaces for individual study.
Teaching rooms with multiple computers can be used when they are...
Calls can be logged to Estate Management via the 'Estates' link on the SupportMe home page, e.g. for reporting issues with power sockets, heating, plumbing etc.
Once your call is logged it will be forwarded to the appropriate team, and you'll receive a confirmation email with a call...
Microsoft has a great collection of help pages for how to get the most out of Microsoft Stream.
Getting startedThe eTranscript (Diploma Supplement) is available to all new students – Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught and Academic Partner Students - who commenced their studies from 2022/2023 onwards.
The HEAR (Higher Education Achievement Report) is available to all undergraduate and foundation...
The University of Chichester provides the following types of transcripts, depending on when you completed your studies:
Basic Academic TranscriptBasic academic transcripts will list all the modules or subjects you studied in each year, the marks or grades you achieved for each...
In most instances, creating chapters is a faster and easier way to help your viewers quickly reach the important parts of your recordings. Rather than editing out sections (where perhaps you all went off on a coffee break), it could be quicker to add a chapter for when...
According to a recent survey, most students have only met half of their Facebook contacts, and consider only 25% or less as close friends. But they still share personal information on their page.
The Print and Imaging Service is available to students and staff as well as businesses and the general public.
LocationBognor PrintRoom
We are located in the Old Chapel on the Bognor Regis Campus (...
The Digital & IT Strategy sets the direction for the development of Information Technology Services within the University:
IT services and facilities are provided to enable staff and students to carry out their work,...
There are a number of key roles in Moodle these are:
Module coordinator roleThe Module coordinator has overall responsibility for the module. However they may not necessarily be the person or people delivering the module if there is more than one lecturer or if they are overseeing...
New Moodle pages are created for each module occurrence each year, each page will have one person automatically enrolled, this is the module co-ordinator.
Please make sure that ChiView has been updated with any changes to module coordinators (more information on Module Coordinator...
You can email participants on a module in two ways, through the Announcements activity or you can set up a Forum from activities and resources.
Announcements activityYour Moodle page settings includes things such as:
Access the...
To add an additional topic, with Edit mode enabled, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Add topic
Screenshot 2023-07-17 at 11.29.15.pngMoving sections
If you then want to move the topic to another place on the...
Images in Moodle must be inserted using the image button on the editor or dragged and dropped into the editor (jpg and png files only). It is important to insert images this way and to never copy and paste them in. Copy and Pasting images directly into Moodle via a link to the original site is...
Moodle has a number of activities and resources available to be used, here is an overview of the ones you may need:
Book
The book module enables you to create...
Your moodle page can be displayed in the traditional Topics view, where the content is displayed down the page, or in a Grid format (shown below) Each topic is shown in a grid box, and the topic information is then only shown once a student clicks on one of the boxes.
...There are a number a Blocks available for you to add, these will appear in the right hand side of your moodle page, in the expandable Block drawer.
To add a block:
...
Please download the PDF version of our "Guidance for students accused of sexual violence or misconduct" booklet with live links to websites and emails:
Responder booklet.pdf Responder booklet.pdfYou can also see the template guidelines for letters...
Quick navigation
To set up an online submission area on a Moodle page:
There are two ways to import...
The restrict access feature enables lecturers to restrict the availability of any activity or even a course section according to certain conditions such as user, dates, grade obtained, group or activity completion.
For example if you need to set up an assignment link for specific students...
Moodle has a host of time saving, and engaging activities and resources available for you to add to your Module page.
Scheduler allows you to quickly and easily setup, and manage your tutorial bookings, resulting in a space where students can book a tutorial slot with ease. The student...
Moodle can be accessed from moodle.chi.ac.uk
Your Moodle homepage contains a dashboard with links to resources you may require on a daily basis: email, online storage, Microsoft 365, module information, library resources, University news, support...
My Pages in Moodle is where you can access all of your modules and is customisable to enable to you view modules in different ways.
You can Favourite your modules, hide modules, view all your modules, your modules in progress, and future or past modules by year. You can sort your modules...
If you are working in the silent areas and the noise levels are disturbing you, please let a member of the library or Support and Information Zone (SIZ) teams know. Email help@chi.ac.uk or text the library team on 07876 870 711 and we will respond.
Study areas...Microsoft Teams is the application we use for our synchronous online meetings and lectures. Teams Lecture links can be set up directly in Moodle for those supporting hybrid and blended learning. Any Teams meetings that are recorded will automatically be shared, with those who were present, via...
Please visit our SIZ Guide:
SIZ Guide 2023 graphic.PNGSIZ Guide 2023
The following resources from Learning and Information Services (LIS) are available to support your studies:
Study skillsCritical thinking, referencing, essay planning, dissertations, revision and exams…just some of the subjects covered by the Academic Skills Adviser. Workshops, one-to-one...
Find your Placement profiles below.
Some of the profiles for September 2022 are not available yet. We will be adding the full profiles as soon as we can. In the meantime please see the contact list below for information about the placements. If you have any questions please email...
If you cannot locate the book or journal article you require on the library catalogue or eResources then you can request it as an Interlibrary Loan. This enables the delivery of books or documents from the British Library.
How do I request an item?Fill in the online Interlibrary Loan form...
The Equipment Loans counter is located on the ground floor of the Academic Building at the Chichester campus, and is available for students and staff.
There are two categories of equipment: standard kit and trained user kit.
Equipment Loans opening times
In most applications select File then Print.
The printer settings should default to:
The name of the printer should be printing on boc-pc-ps
You can also print to pdf by changing the printer in the dropdown menu.
Black and white
Colour
It is free to scan.
You can scan either to email or your Onedrive.
For the first use of Onedrive you will receive...
To set up remote access to your University files choose the operating system you will be using to access the files (e.g. that one that is running on your home machine or laptop) and follow the instructions:
University Printers allow you to scan documents directly to your University OneDrive. This uses third party software provided by a company called Papercut.
First Time SetupWhen you first Scan to OneDrive on a University printer, you will be asked...
Research has shown that many people who become radicalised and commit terrorist attacks start out as vulnerable individuals who may feel isolated, rejected, have low self-esteem, identity confusion and/or believe they are the victim of an injustice...
Starting this academic year, some lead lectures will be delivered online using Microsoft Teams. These guides will help you set up these online lead lectures in advance, and show you the various things you can do once in the lecture.
Advice for the lecturerThe Student Support and Wellbeing team offer a wide range of services to support you during your time at the University. These include:
Health and Wellbeing Services, made up of:
Users who work in several departments will usually have separate costcodes to assign their printing to so that the relevant departmental budget is charged correctly.
If you are a user with multiple cost centres applied to your printing account then go the printer as usual. The device will...
You now no longer need any Equitrac software installed on your personal device - please go to the Add or Remove programme app on your computer and uninstall.
See this page for a guide to the University's new Papercut mobile printing service on personal devices
If a student has submitted a MS Word document, then you can use Word to view and annotate the submission
Word has a number of useful features:
To use SPSS on personal devices you will need to follow installation instructions here https://help.chi.ac.uk/accessing-university-desktops-home-remote-access
Once you have completed that process you can access SPSS as if you were on campus:
If you have any difficulties...
Please note: Microsoft Remote Desktop (RemoteApp) has been replaced by PCOIP Client
For instructions including how to remove your current remote desktop please follow device specific instructions at the below link.
https://help.chi.ac.uk/accessing-university-desktops-home-remote-...
Extensions can only be granted by the Module Coordinator or Departmental Administrator.
To grant an extension to a student:
If you wish to allocate certain submissions to specific markers, to do this:
You can top up your print credit online at webprint.chi.ac.uk or at the SIZ counters
Moodle is a versatile tool, and there are many different things you can do with it.
The video below shows the basics:
Once all student feedback from individual assessment has been completed, you will need to release the marks, grades and feedback to all students
In the top right you have an option to release the...
If you find yourself writing the same piece of text again and again you can save it in the statement bank.
To build statements, on the front page, click statement bank, you can then build...
To create a template, in the MAF links, click add a new template.
Give your template a name, and then in the text box you can build your template using the editing options along the top...
Assignments are submitted to the module's Moodle page.
The submission link will look something like this:
Assignment activity.png
Quick links:
1. Check the assessment criteria
Your module's Moodle page will have all the details you'll need regarding any assessments.
This should include:
To change your Teams background on University computers
Moodle is the University's 'virtual learning environment' and is an online space where lecturers can upload resources and give important information relating to the module. Information for notetakers on using Moodle can be found on the Notetaker Help Page on Moodle. More...
There are a few different ways of making video recordings but for the moment we recommend using Microsoft Teams as this should be the most familiar to you.
Jump to:
Microsoft Teams is designed, by default, to focus on one main speaker. To do this, it uses active noise suppression to remove background noise, such as music, dogs barking or colleagues talking in...
...
Please download a free copy of our 'Help and support after sexual assault' for guidance and advice.
Help and support after sexual assault Help and support after sexual assaultYou may also find this leaflet on 'Flashbacks' useful if this is something you...
You can print from your phone, tablet, laptop or any other internet-enabled device using mobile printing.
It works with any operating system and uses your University email.
You can send a document to print from anywhere that has an internet connection, for example from home the night...
Following the completion of your studies at the University of Chichester, you will no longer have access to your student IT account. Furthermore, your student IT account and its associated data will be deleted.
Please see the below basic guidance for how to take copies of the data that...
The University of Chichester Library Services are based in the Learning Resource Centres (LRCs) on both of our campuses. There is a team of professional librarians at each campus who provide specialist support, deliver information skills training and manage the library resources in their subject...
Glide provide Wi-Fi and a wired internet connect to all halls of residence, which includes gaming services for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Glide Wi-FiYou will need to create a Glide account before you can use Wi-Fi in halls of residence.
Note: eduroam Wi-Fi can also be...
This guide will help you to submit your smartphone audio recordings into an assignment folder. It assumes that you have recorded using either iOS (iPhone) (using the in-built Voice Memo app) or Android (using Google's Recorder app).
iOS (iPhone)Follow these steps to submit your audio...
Whiteboard is a new application available alongside Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams. It can be used online via a browser and via a...
Choose a subject from the left navigation, or on mobile devices tap 'Show navigation'.
These pages cover key aspects of induction, and can be used throughout your years of study as a reminder of IT services available.
When you are in your Teams meeting, select the More icon at the top of the page, and select Record and transcribe > Start recording. All members of the meeting will see a message informating them that the meeting...
We aim to enhance your experience by providing the highest level of customer service to our university community. Whilst we do everything we can to make sure everything goes smoothly we accept that on occasion you may feel dissatisfied with the quality of the...
Our Vision is:
To enhance the student experience by providing the highest level of customer service to the University community
Customer Service Provision:To our customers we intend to:
Our vision is:
To enhance the student experience by providing the highest level of customer service to the University community.
For this reason we have implemented the following set of Customer Service Standards.
Our LRCs are the hub of our learning environment and we strive to provide a pleasant experience for all users, whilst maintaining a space that is conducive to study and research. This policy ensures that the core function and focus of our LRCs are...
A large amount of lost property passes through the University, left behind by staff, students and visitors. The University is not responsible for any personal items which have been lost on campus, but we will endeavour to make sure items are returned to their owner where...
The Support and Information Zone takes customer service very seriously as it is important to us that all our customers are happy with the service they receive.
Our customers – students, staff and visitors - are key to the services we offer in the SIZ and we...
When you borrow equipment you agree to the following terms and conditions:
If you have created feedback as a file or as a video or piece of audio in OneDrive/Stream then you can link to that in MAF.
To add a file, in the markers editing page you have an option near the top in the blue box to choose a file
Click the choose file button,...
ChiReadingLists is the University's online reading list software which is used to access all core and recommended resources such as ebooks, videos, website links, and books available in our library catalogue. You can filter, search for resources, mark which ones will...
This page shows how to check which version of operating system you have for iOS (iPhone/iPad), Android, Apple Mac (OS X), and Windows.
iOS (iPhone/iPad)How to check which iOS version you have:
iOS...
The Chaplaincy is here for the benefit of all, students and staff; those of all faiths and none so come along and have a chat.
Alison is based in the Chaplain’s office in the Chapel on Bishop Otter Campus, but is regularly at the LRC on Bognor Regis Campus, and is available to meet...
You can edit your Moodle profile to show your department, additional contact details, social media accounts, and more. Elements of this, such as your contact details, room and social media handles will then be used to populate any placeholders that show your information in Moodle (such as in the...
If you are a staff member you will be able to change your voicemail preferences within the Teams app. You will be able to change if your number simultaneously 'also rings' another group or individual or what happens when a call is unanswered and the length of time before the voicemail...
It is the policy of the University of Chichester (“The University”) to ensure that its staff, students and other stakeholders have equipment suitable to the fulfilment of their role and to enable them to participate in and innovate in the University’s learning...
A small numbers of lockers are located on the top floor of the BOC LRC.
Locker usage guidance
Media Students and Staff have access to additional storage, depending on the module and/or projects they are working on.
It can be found at the following locations:
From Windows:
Opening "This PC" and selecting "DCI Storage". If for any reason this option is not present...
The latest Student Support and Wellbeing quick guide can be found on the SSW Useful Information SharePoint site: Quick Guide
if you do not have access to this site please contact Vanessa Church v.church@chi.ac.uk
This page contains the SEAtS Student Attendance Management system user guides.
SEAtS _Date Filtering.pdf SEAtS _Date Filtering.pdf SEAtS _Exporting Data.pdf SEAtS _Exporting Data.pdf SEAtS Student...On this page:
On this page:
The Accessibility Tool in Moodle allows you to set the colour scheme, font style, readability and text size in Moodle. These settings apply only to you and do not affect how anyone else views the pages.
To access the accessibility tools:
We welcome feedback about our services (Library, IT, SIZ, PrintShop, Equipment Loans).
If you have any comments or suggestions, please complete the feedback questionnaire.
If you know that you are working with someone who is deaf or hard of hearing, please make sure you discuss with them how they like to work and if they have any specific requirements.
Whilst not everyone is the same, here are some good general tips:
Communication tips:SensusAccess automatically converts documents into a range of alternate media including audio books (MP3 and DAISY), e-books (EPUB, EPUB3 and Mobi) and digital Braille. The service can also be used to convert inaccessible documents such as image-only PDF files, JPG pictures and Microsoft...
If you require any advice on Copyright law please contact your Librarian or refer to the Library Copyright for staff and students Moodle page
However, if you are looking for an image or other media for Moodle or your PowerPoints etc, there are a number of places that are under the Creative...
As a University we have a duty to make reasonable adjustments[1] to enable you to fully participate in your studies. The Student Additional Requirements Agreement (SARA) is a formal record of the reasonable adjustments agreed between you and...
Please visit the Wellbeing website for more details of the services on offer: Wellbeing.chi.ac.uk
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Before you leave either University campus with a University laptop we recommend that you sign into the laptop once. This is to ensure that your profile is loaded onto the laptop so you can be authenticated whilst off-campus.
Staying Safe and Cyber SecurityPlease...
Version number:
2024
Policy owner:
The University of Chichester
Effective date:
04/04/2024 (reviewed annually)
IT Privacy and Monitoring Policy1. Policy Statement1.1. The Electronic Information Security...
If you wish to access certain University software and services from off campus, and you do not have a University managed computer, then we offer the ability to remote control a computer from your personal device.
Before you can use this services, you will need to be enroled for MFA as per...
A Shared Mailbox is an email account that does not have a network account password and there is no account to log in with to make changes. Unlike Generic accounts, where permissions management...
When you send an email, it is good practice for the recipient to know who sent the email along with additional information about yourself. We have provided instructions on this page which show how to set up your Email signature and automatically apply it to all University email communications, ...
The guidance on this page applies to University staff who wish to use their personal, or unmanaged Windows device for work purposes.
As a member of staff, you will need to install the Microsoft Intune Company Portal to access University services on your Windows device. The Company Portal...
The guidance on this page applies to University staff who wish to use their personal, or unmanaged Android device for work purposes.
As a member of staff, you will need to install the Microsoft Intune Company Portal to access University services on your device. The Company Portal will...
We strongly recommend that you change your University password regularly.
When setting your password make sure it conforms to the University's password policy:
Word has a feature that allows users to automatically generate an automatic table of contents, assuming that heading styles have been used. This table of contents supports different levels of indentation to highlight chapters and sub-chapters of the document itself. ...
Styles can be quickly used to apply a formatting choice over a large area of a document. All text is initially created under the Normal style and will remain in this style unless Word is told otherwise. You can modify any existing style or create your own if there is not a pre-existing...
Page & Section breaks have multiple uses. They are most notably used to create different sections within the same document, so that you can apply a different page orientation, affect page numbers and different headers/footers per section.
You can find the...
Page numbering happens in the headers or footer of the document, making use of section breaks to indicate where page numbering will and will not be present. This guide will focus on adding page numbers from the beginning but will cover their usage afterwards.
Adding Page numbersOn the...
Footnotes and endnotes are useful tools for adding citations, comments, or explanations to your text.
This guide will walk you through the steps to insert and manage footnotes and endnotes in Microsoft Word.
Footnotes and...
Captions are useful for providing context to images, charts, and other illustrations in your document. A table of figures helps readers navigate these elements quickly by creating a table with all 'captions' in it as well as their page number. ...
This guide will show you the several types of views available within Microsoft Word that will be able to help you view your document the way you'd like to.
Word has several different ways you can view documents:
These can all...
This guide will show you how to insert images from different sources, adjust text wrapping, and explore basic formatting options.
Inserting Images From Microsoft's Stock Library:Go to the 'Insert' tab on the Ribbon.
Click on 'Pictures' and select 'Stock...
The Dictation feature allows you to speak into your microphone, and Word will convert your speech into text. Here’s how to use it:
Check Your Microphone: Ensure you have a working microphone connected to your computer.
Open Microsoft Word: Launch Microsoft Word and open the...
Adding a Comment
To add a comment, first, highlight the text you want to comment on. Then, go to the "Review" tab in the ribbon and click on "New Comment." Type your comment in the box that appears:
Type out your comment and press Ctrl + Enter or click the 'Submit...
Tables are a powerful tool in Microsoft Word that allow you to organise and present data effectively. This guide will walk you through the basics of creating, formatting, and modifying tables in Word.
Whilst this site displays tables differently to Microsoft word, here is an example...
Welcome to the University of Chichester. Below, you'll find a number of useful links to support you during your studies.
Quick help: How to join a Microsoft Teams meeting teams.jpg...OneDrive is used to store files, folders, and photos in the 'cloud' (Online) so you can access them easily on multiple devices and share them with colleagues, or with people outside the university.
How can I access my OneDrive Quickly?OneDrive can be accessed in your web...
OneDrive is used to store files, folders, and photos in the 'cloud' (Online) so you can access them easily on multiple devices and share them with colleagues, or with people outside the university.
To access OneDrive login to Email/Office 365 then click OneDrive via the apps icon...
To restore a file to an earlier time:
A range of resources can be booked by students and staff.
Computers, study spaces, edit suitesThe following can be booked through MyPC:
Launch PowerPoint and open a new or existing presentation.
Layouts, Design Theme and Slide Size
Text
How to create a text box
SmartArt
Adding/editing shapes
Grouping
Adding Images
Remove background (Images)
Embedding Videos
Adding Audio
Animations/...
You are entitled to a free subscription to Microsoft Office for computers and mobile devices.
More information: Microsoft Office installation.
Dell Advantage offers discounts on selected products...
SupportMe is a self-service portal for raising support calls e.g. IT Support calls, reporting lost property, requesting library books to be sent cross-campus for you etc.
Calls can also be logged to Estate Management via the 'Request Estates Support' link...
The equipment you can borrow depends on the course you are on and whether you have received training.
Photos of standard kit & trained user kit Photos of standard kit & trained user kit Standard kit:Social media tools such as Instagram, X, TikTok and Facebook are a part of everyday life. Used well, they can add to your learning experience at university, and make you more employable when you graduate. But used poorly, they can cause lasting damage to you and others.
Your responsibility...
In November 2019, the Learning and Teaching & Student Experience Committee agreed a minimum standard for all Moodle module pages. This is to ensure quality, accessibility and consistency for students working on campus, online, and blended.
You can download your own Moodle minimum...
The University are trialling a new method for requesting video or large file submission, which does not have the 250MB file size limit.
If you have an upcoming assignment, please email the TEL Team to setup the submission link on your...
Use SmartArt to quickly and easily make a visual representations of your information. You can choose from among many different layouts including: Lists...
Adding images to a slide is one the features of PowerPoint you will use most often. You can insert Images from multiple locations: On your computer, from the web or off of your clipboard:
Inserting an Image from your computerInside the 'Insert' tab of the menu ribbon, you...
This page will show you how to embed an online video like YouTube in your PowerPoint Presentation.
1. Find the Youtube video you wish to embed in your Internet browser (on Youtube.com Website):
2. Select the URL (address)...
Below are a list of Word guides currently available. If you have a need for a tutorial that doesn't exist yet then please email ITSkills@chi.ac.uk to request it.
Basic Document EditingSelf-service machines are available to issue, renew and return books, using your campus ID card. Follow the on-screen instructions at the...
There are two stages to working with managed accounts. The account owner will need to follow the instructions in Part 1 (for a Generic or Shared Mailbox this will be the person named as responsible for it, if you are unsure who this is contact the SIZ). Part 2 is for the delegate (the person who...
Images and text boxes can be shaped into more than just a square that we start with, as PowerPoint allows for custom shapes. This guide will show the steps required first generate a shape and then to edit it.
Inserting a shape (to customise)Powerpoint...
PowerPoint has a feature which allows you to remove the background from an image. There are limitations such as needing a high-resolution, decent quality image and a clearly defined background/foreground, It still has many uses and can allow you to bypass the need for you to search for a 'cut-...
On this page:
There are specific bank accounts available to students that come with benefits such...
Charges, Payments & Fines
At the SIZ we hold a number of items for sale, as well as offering facilities for students to pay fines and top-up their print credit.
Payments can be made by bank card.
Bus Tickets Return Bus Ticket£1.20Ten Journey Bus Ticket£6.00Stationery...Documents such as Word, PDF or Excel documents can be exported as a PDF. This can be useful for a number of reasons Including reducing file size, making the document small enough to be emailed as an attachment or for other reasons like compatibility...
This page will cover the 5 basic functions found in the auto-sum drop-down menu:
SUM
AVERAGE
COUNT NUMBERS
MAX
MIN
Summation, the addition of a...
The fill handle can be used in a variety of ways that may save you time. From repeating sequences or repeating data to repeating a formula over a large area.
The fill handle is the name given to the green dot found on the bottom right corner of the selected...
Excel can handle lots of different format types of numbers, but you must regularly choose what type of number format you wish to be expressed on the cells containing those numbers. If you don't, you may suffer problem when calculating functions or expressing the data in...
Students and staff* are entitled to a free subscription of Microsoft Office for use on personal PCs, Apple Macs, iOS, and Android devices, which includes
*Certain...
If functions are used when we want to specify a criteria to limit our function to. For instance, if we were interested in values above a certain amount we could use =countIf in order to count the number of the values in a range, that are above a certain value. There are multiple...
Cell references are used in almost all functions and they interact differently with the Auto-fill handle depending on what type of reference you have used:
The fill handle is shown when a cell is selected (by left clicking it), you will...
Below are a list of Excel guides currently available, these are a work in progress and will be added to as time goes on. If however you have a need for a tutorial that doesn't exist yet then please email ITSkills@chi.ac.uk to request it.
BeginnerQuick...
An orphaned section in Moodle refers to a course section that is hidden from students but still contains activities or resources. This typically happens when sections are moved or deleted, or during course imports, causing some content to become inaccessible to students.
How to resolve it?...
Sometimes you may want to have a resource that students have available to them, but that doesn't show in the activities area of your topics. (Stealth Activities and Resources)
This may be if you want to hyperlink it from another area or send it to them separately.
Click add an...
Moodle is our virtual learning environment, where students can find their course materials, communicate and partake in activities. ...
The collection comprises papers accumulated by leaders in the women’s sports movement and is held in the archives at Chichester. These papers were amassed in the course of their research, study and work in the fields of the...
Learning Technologies & Skills Development Manager
Twitter, LinkedIn
Roz Hall has over a decade of...
Choose a subject from the left navigation, or on mobile devices tap 'Show navigation'.
In addition you can watch induction videos from the links below.
These pages cover key aspects of induction, and can be used throughout your time at the university as a...
Version number:
2024
Policy owner:
The University of Chichester
Effective date:
07/08/2024 - reviewed (at least) annually.
Electronic Information Security PolicyPolicy StatementElectronic information is...Chichester International Advice provides ongoing support and advice for international students, both in advance of and while studying at the University. This includes:
External Examiners will be able to view MAF Online modules, via ChiView
If you are recorded in ChiView as being the module coordinator, you'll have automatic access to the module in MAF Online. You will be responsible for adding additional markers.
The University IT Skills Trainer offers staff, students, and partners support, advice, and training on the areas outlined on the IT skills Page
CalendarAn online calendar highlighting the IT Skills trainer's training dates is available.
To book on to an advertised...
The University's Skills team offer staff, students, and partner students support, advice, and training on the areas outlined below.
Sessions will be advertised throughout the year via student emails.
To book on to a session, use the link or email ITskills@chi.ac.uk or call us on...
My UoC is the essential app for every member of the University of Chichester community. Designed to streamline your campus experience, this all-in-one app brings the university’s resources directly to your mobile device, ensuring you stay connected and informed wherever you are. Enhance...
Every Academic Department has arrangements for providing academic, pastoral and professional development tutorial support. The role has a variety of names between the Departments including Academic Adviser, Personal Academic Tutor and Professional Development Adviser. These roles have many...
Opening Times Bognor campus
Breakfast, 8am to 10am
Lunch, 12pm to 2pm
Dinner, 4.30pm to 6.30pm
Costa LRC, 8am to 4pm
Otters Weekend, 11am to 2pm
Starbucks, 9am to 4pm
Chichester campus
Breakfast, 8am to 10...
In order to help us protect the environment and reduce our carbon footprint, we will be ebcouraging everyone to use china plates and cutlery at Otters Restaurants. Or alternatively, you can bring your own reusable...
You will have £9.10 per day during the week and £4.50 per day on weekends
Where can I use my card?Cards can be used on both campuses at Otters Restaurant, Costa and Starbucks
What can I buy...Deli wrap, baguette or sandwich, + Full hot meal voucher, + Postmix drink - £9.10
Hot dinner + simple sandwhich or pastry + 2 snacks (choose from Walkers crisps, Milkyway, piece of fruit and a cookie) + 1 drink (choose from standard bottled still or sparkling water or flavoured water) - £9.10
You can access your timetable in Publish. You will find a link in either Moodle or ChiView.
Moodle and ChiViewIn Moodle there is a timetable option in the menu. Once expanded you will see a link to Teaching Timetables.
In ChiView, once you are logged in, you will...
October Events
Contact details
Health and wellbeing information leaflet
Help and support after sexual assault
Drop-in services
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Choose module screen
When you first access MAF Online, you'll be shown a list of the modules you've been given to mark. If you are the module coordinator, you'll automatically have access to the module and will be able to add additional markers.
Choose...Click either the Chichester or Bognor link below to see a list of rooms at the University used by students or staff.
The list includes links to map locations, PDF room instructions for IT equipment, and 360 degree draggable room photos.
Service Delivery (Classtech) support the use of...
This workflow outlines how you can use Microsoft Teams to record your videos and how you can store and share them.
The...
There is a team of professional librarians at each campus who provide specialist support, deliver information skills training and manage the library resources in their subject areas. Contact a member of the library team by using the details below or phone the Support and Information Zone (SIZ)...
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Whilst students like a consistent experience, we understand that staff have their own ways of marking, grading and giving feedback; we believe that our workflow allows for both.
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You can view the originality report by going to your submission and clicking on the similarity...
To allow External Examiners access to module information, assessment requirements and samples of student work, you will need to do the following:
...
Watch the video guide for Sharing your recordings on Moodle
In addition to text feedback, you're able to attach files (such as annotated Word documents) and link to online documents (such as files and videos saved in OneDrive and SharePoint).
1. Firstly, click on the Feedback icon next to the Mark and Grade boxes
...What to do if you've tested positive for COVID-19
What to do if you live with/have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive
NHS guidance
What can I do to help keep myself and other safe?
Covid pass for travel abroad
University contacts...
On Monday 14th October MAF (Module Assessment and Feedback) was fully integrated within ChiView live for both staff and students from the academic year 2024 onwards. Please therefore login to ChiView to enter marks and feedback for this academic year onwards.
Training materials created by...
At the University of Chichester, we're committed to providing as best an experience for gaming as we can, whilst remaining within the confines of a secure environment for all staff and students.
To facilitate this, we have implemented a dual boot system, where-by computers in the BRC Tech...
As the ESports system removes all changes upon reboot, creating local file recordings of gameplay is impractical.
Therefore, we have created an onsite streaming server, to which you can direct your OBS / Streamlabs etc output. Anything streamed to this server will then save to MP4 file on...
"Digitally capable staff should be a basic student entitlement"
The Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) Team support staff with the research, development and use of technology to enhance the student experience.
We...
In 2009, alongside the launch of Moodle, the University of Chichester adopted Blended Learning as its format for module delivery. This is described as timetabled face-to-face teaching, enhanced with asynchronous or scheduled synchronous online activities to be completed...
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The University uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as an additional security measure to further protect the information we keep from cyber threats and unauthorised access. The University has an obligation to keep your data and privacy safe and secure, which includes using MFA to help protect...
Please review each section carefully:
*/ 1. Import your content from a previous years' Moodle pageMoodle allows you to move content from one page to another. You will need to have...
MAF (Module Accessment Feedback) Online is the University's platform for grading, marking and giving feedback for student summative assessments.
You can use MAF Online for:
This page contains guidance on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) use in your academic studies, specifically in relation to your assessments. Please take the time to read it carefully - it is designed to support you in your...
Please note all menus are subject to change.
The deli bar will also be available daily from 11.30am - 6.30pm
The menu for BOC outlines two of the three main meals of the day
...
Although we take all of the cyber security precautions that any other major organisation should do, there are some vulnerabilities that technology alone cannot fully avoid, and example of which, is social engineering (see section lower down). It is important that you are aware of how to...
Whether you are a student or member of University staff, many of our systems, software and services are available to access from offsite.
Useful links:When working off-campus for the first time, here are some useful links to University systems: University Links
Support for using our...For staff use:
For staff use:
Different methods have been made available to students and staff which allow you to report emails which are considered as either Spam or Phishing.
Spam or Junk emails are often classed as unsolicited emails which may focus on advertising and selling goods or services. You may have never...
Choose a subject from the left navigation, or on mobile devices tap 'Show navigation'.
In addition, you can watch induction videos from the links below.
These pages cover key aspects of induction, and can be used throughout your years of study as a reminder...
You can use Microsoft Teams either from the Teams App or by using the web version. You will get the best user experience by using the Desktop App this is installed on all university computers.
If you are joining a meeting or lecture you will be prompted when you click on the meeting or...
Only authorised staff are able to send all staff / student emails.
To request authorisation please use the following SupportMe form: All staff / student email request - which will then be reviewed by the Data Protection team.
Find a Tender Link
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031149-2024
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