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VIULearn
VIULearn is VIU’s Learning Management System. This is where you will find online content for courses at VIU who are using the online system. Not all courses will use VIULearn, so you should always check with your instructor if you don’t see one of your courses available on your VIULearn My Home page.
Sign In
Learn how to sign in to VIULearn and what to do if you’re having trouble with your username or password.
VIULearn Orientation
The VIULearn Student Orientation Course is a free, self-paced course to help you learn everything you need to know to succeed in VIULearn.
Access Courses
Learn how to access your courses, pin important courses to your homepage, and even sign up for free, non credit courses in Discover.
Find Course Materials
Learn how to navigate your course homepage and Content area.
Account Settings and Notifications
Learn more about your account settings and how to set up Notifications.
Assignments
Learn how to submit an assignment in VIULearn and how to resolve challenges you might have uploading files.
Discussions
Learn how to start a new thread, reply to a comment, and enrich your discussion posts with media.
Quizzes, Surveys and Self-Assessment
Learn how to take a quiz, survey, or self assessment.
Grades and Feedback
Learn how to view grades and feedback in VIULearn.
Download Content
Learn how to download content pages for offline reading as well as how to save a copy of your own work.
ePortfolio
Learn how to upload artifacts, create a presentation, and share with others through VIULearn’s ePortfolio tool.
VIUTube
VIUTube is VIU’s media streaming platform. You can upload and create videos and share them with anyone you like. Media uploaded to VIUTube is stored in Canada and is not shared with anyone unless you choose to share the URL or embed your video for others to view.
Create
Learn how to upload media to VIUTube as well as how to use Kaltura Capture and Express Capture to create videos on your computer.
Edit
Learn how to edit your media using the editing tools in VIUTube and how to download your media to edit offline.
Share
Learn how to share and embed your VIUTube media.
Upload from a Mobile Device
Learn how to upload media from the YuJa app on your smart phone or tablet.
VIUBlogs
VIUBlogs is VIU’s WordPress platform. You can use VIUBlogs to create blogs, websites, and eportfolios.
Get Started
Learn how to set up a new VIUBlogs site and how to navigate your VIUBlogs dashboard.
Create
Learn the difference between pages and posts and how you can create content for VIUBlogs.
Blog Structure
Learn how to create structure on your blog by setting up a menu, or through tags and categories.
Style
Learn how to style your blog using themes and how to adjust theme-specific settings.
Share
Learn about how to share your blog with others including how to choose a publication setting and how to add users to your site.
Export
Learn how to export your VIUBlog site so you can load your content onto another compatible platform.
Zoom
Zoom is the video conferencing tool used at VIU. You may use Zoom for synchronous class sessions with your instructor and peers, or your insturctor may offer Zoom office hours.
Privacy and Security
Learn some ways you can protect your privacy when using Zoom.
Participate in a Zoom Meeting
Learn what you need to know in order to participate in a Zoom class or meeting including best practices and basic Zoom functionality.
Zoom Support (external)
Zoom has a robust support site which you can search to find steps for how to use all of the functions of a Zoom meeting.
Additional Resources
Additional support resources and guides for tools you may use during your time at VIU.
How VIU Online Learning Tools Manage Your Data
Learn more about how the online learning tools used at VIU collect, use, and manage your data.
Learning Matters
Learning Matters is a collection of resources to help you be a better learner. These resources have been put together by departments from all across campus.
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iPeer Student Guide
iPeer is a peer review platform that your instructor might use to let you give feedback to group members.
IT Helpdesk
The IT department manages all Student Computer Accounts at VIU. They also have Student Tech Tutors who can help you with technology questions.
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