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...
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...
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:
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:
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
To comply with government regulations, the University of Chichester has published these accessibility statements for its websites and mobile apps.
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...
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...
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...
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...
The University of Chichester Library Service is committed to open access for staff, students, and its wider communities.
Members of the public may use all open access material for reference use only. We also offer a ‘Walk-in Access’ scheme for use of Microsoft Office, our electronic...
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...
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.
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.
...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:
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...
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)
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...
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...
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...
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.
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.
...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
This page contains broad information around the following:
Communication tips:
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...
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...
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...
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 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.
...
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...
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?
This Policy relates to personal data, as defined in data protection legislation, which is held within the Supportworks call logging system.
What is Supportworks?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...
If 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,...
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...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 equipmentMy 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....
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...
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-...
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,...
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.
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:
A range of resources can be booked by students and staff.
Computers, study spaces, edit suitesThe following can be booked through MyPC:
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...
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...
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 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
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 the...
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...
ChiView is the way to access information in the student records system.
Log in to ChiView at: https://chiview.chi.ac.uk
StudentsMoodle 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...
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...
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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...
Moodle is our virtual learning environment, where students can find their course materials, communicate and partake in activities. ...
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...
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...
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.
...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:
The information on this page does not apply to you, and you need not take any further action, if:
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...
Mendeley is a reference management programme.
You can:
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 allow External Examiners access to module information, assessment requirements and samples of student work, you will need to do the following:
...
The SIZ service will close for the Bank Holiday on Monday 25th August and will reopen on Tuesday 26th August at 8am. We will respond to your query at that time.
Online services will continue, some of which are outlined below:
LRC Opening/Closing:
Upcoming LRC opening hours ...
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’,
...
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:
Locker usage guidance
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...
A small numbers of lockers are located on the top floor of the BOC LRC.
Locker usage guidance
For staff use:
Locker usage guidance
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:
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...
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/Microsoft 365 then click OneDrive via the apps icon...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
ema.jpg Click...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...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...
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...
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...
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.
Please review each section carefully:
*/ 1. Import your content from a previous years' Moodle page...
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...
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...
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...
Please note, you cannot record a Teams call, it has to be in a meeting.
When you are in your Teams meeting, select the More icon at the top of the page, and select Record and transcribe > Start recording....
Watch the video guide for Sharing your recordings on Moodle
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,...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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, ...
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...
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...
All current University of Chichester staff and students have full free access to the Library Service. You are automatically a member of the library when you join the University. Your campus ID card is also your library card and you will find your library account number on your campus ID card. ...
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:
Communication tips:
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...
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...
Learning Technologies & Skills Development Manager
Twitter, LinkedIn
Roz Hall has over a decade of...
For staff use:
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....
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....
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 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:
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...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:On this page:
There are specific bank accounts available to students that come with benefits such...
University has a duty to:
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
You can set up a Team space to:
There are two ways to import...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Find a Tender Link
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041870-2025
Halls Accessible Room Conversions - Tender...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...
Both 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,...
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...
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If you have a shared document in Teams, Microsoft 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...
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...
Staff can use ChiReadingLists to create electronic versions of their reading lists, making core and recommended readings easily accessible to students.
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...
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...
Quick links
Your module's...
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...
Create a chart
Select the data for which you want to create a chart.
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...
Create a chart
Select the data for which you want to create a chart.
Your Moodle page settings includes things such as:
Access the...
It is possible for users to set some MAF preferences so that the system's layout works best for them.
To access this area, from ChiView, select the 'MAF Preferences' button:
Once selected, a new screen will appear:
These...
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...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...
This workflow outlines how you can use Microsoft Teams to record your videos and how you can store and share them.
