Virtual Learning Resources
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has many throughout the world in uncharted waters, thrusting into our everyday lives important preventive measures like “social distancing” and “sheltering in place.” As we all do our part to “flatten the curve” to minimize the impact of COVID-19, here are some online resources to help our students continue learning, stay entertained and remained engaged socially during this time.For Students
Check the links below for to learn more about Indiana Tech’s online learning platform, Blackboard, or connect with staff from Indiana Tech’s Career Center, Writing Center or McMillen Library. We are here to help you continue the pursuit of your academic dreams.- Blackboard’s help site for students: https://help.blackboard.com/Filter/Student/College_or_University
- Blackboard Collaborate – Help for Students as Participants https://help.blackboard.com/Collaborate/Ultra/Participant
- Blackboard YouTube Playlist for Students: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLontYaReEU1seUE3ACG3sEc3zR7Br7URU
The Writing Center is still available to help you with your writing and presentation assignments.
- Contact the Writing Center for asynchronous and synchronous visits through WConline. Book a “slot,” upload your paper and get a response within 24-hours.
- Contact a tutor directly through their email address on our webpage.
- Practice your presentation through a Blackboard Collaborate session by booking a slot or emailing a tutor.
McMillen Library services and resources will be virtual through May 2020:
Hours
- Monday and Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday and Thursday: 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Sunday: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
How to contact us
- Complete an “Ask a Librarian” form
- Email us direct at McMillen@IndianaTech.edu
- Leave us a voice message at 260.422.5561, ext. 2215—it will go directly to the McMillen Library TEAMS group and we will reply promptly
The Office of Student Success has complied resources that are frequently used to help students and created the Virtual OSS.
Students will find helpful tips and techniques for time management, how to prioritize tasks and assignments, study skills, finding life balance, wellness and stress management and community resources.
To enroll in the Virtual OSS, follow the link blow, sign into Blackboard and “Enroll”. The Virtual OSS will now show under your Blackboard courses.
Meet with your Student Success Advisor
Meet with your Student Success Adviser in an online meeting. To schedule, log into Starfish and schedule a meeting with your adviser.
- College of Arts and Sciences: Michelle Regan
- College of Business: Lauren Voss
- Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Studies: McKenzie Cook
Meet with a Peer Tutor
Meet with one of our peer tutors in an online meeting. To schedule, log into Starfish and schedule a tutoring session by selecting your class and then a time to meet.
List of available subjects include the following:
- Anatomy & Physiology II
- Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
- Exercise Physiology
- Fitness Evaluation
- Fitness Prescription
- Foundations of Statistics
- Issues in Personal & Public Health
- Kinesiology
- Motor Learning & Development
- Principles of Fitness & Nutrition
- Accounting Principles
- Basic Algebra
- Corporate Finance
- Foundations of Business
- Foundations of Math I
- Foundations of Math II
- Foundations of Math II
- Intro to Psychology
- Intro to Sociology
- Managerial Accounting
- Managing in a Legal Environment
- Marketing
- Mathematical Problem Solving
- Organizational Behavior
- Personal Finance
- Principles of Management
- Software Tools
- Statistical Problem Solving
- Anatomy & Physiology II
- Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
- Applied Calculus II
- Calculus I
- Foundations of Math I
- Intro to Psychology
- Intro to Sociology
- Precalculus
- CAD – I
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Calculus III
- Chemistry I
- Chemistry II
- Differential Equation & Linear Algebra
- Dynamics
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Materials Science
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanics of Materials Lab
- Precalculus
- Statics
- Basic Algebra
- Calculus I
- Computer Programming for Engineers
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Precalculus
- CAD – I
- Calculus I
- Calculus II
- Calculus III
- Differential Equations
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Accounting Principles
- Foundations of Business
- Human Resource Management
- Intro to Psychology
- Managerial Accounting
- Principles of Management
- Statistical Problem Solving
- Database Systems
- Digital Imaging
- Marketing
- Principles of Information Systems
- Principles of Management
- Problem Solving for Programmers
- Programming I
- Programming I
- Visual Communication
- Foundations of Business
- Foundations of Math I
- Intro to Psychology
- Intro to Sociology
Indiana Tech’s Career Center is still eager—and equipped—to help you develop as a professional.
Use the Career Center’s Virtual Front Desk to connect with us. There, you can schedule an appointment, have your resume reviewed, get assistance with a job or internship search and gain access to other valuable resources. Don’t stop learning new skills, planning for your future and preparing yourself professionally for what comes after this interruption.
- Goodwill Community Foundation
- Computer Basics: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/
- Browser Basics: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/internetbasics/using-a-web-browser/1/
- Using Adobe Scan (app) to upload a document to an assignment: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/internetbasics/using-a-web-browser/1/ (this is not particular to our version of Blackboard)
- eLearning Industry “Completing An Online Course: 13 Time Management Tips
- Consumer Reports “How to Set Up a Home Workstation to Avoid Muscle Strain, Headaches, and Sore Eyes”
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention “Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty”
- CNN “How to Work From Home Without Losing Your Sanity”
For Entertainment/Recreation
Chances are, you already have your go-to resources for entertainment and recreation, but maybe list will open your eyes to something new.
- Drawing
- Cooking
- Blog or Journal
- Learn a Language
- Stream
- Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play Music, and many other websites
- NPR
- These sites offer a free trials:
- Check your local Library for all kinds of digital content
- Amazon Prime, Disney +, Netflix, Hulu and VRV all offer free trials
- Watch with friends with Netflix Party
- Create a shared playlist with friends
- Spotify allows collab playlist
- If you use Discord you can listen together
- Dj
- https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/689533141
- https://careercenter.indianatech.edu/
- Local Food Pantries
- Local Animal Shelters
- Tabletop gaming
- https://blog.roll20.net/post/612497773955350528/stay-at-home-play-at-home
- Clean up social media profiles
- Create a Discord Server https://support.discordapp.com/hc/en-us/articles/204849977-How-do-I-create-a-server-
- Free Games https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/best-free-to-play-games/
- Pamper yourself
- https://self-compassion.org/category/exercises/