eLearn (Canvas)

• What is eLearn?

  eLearn, or UCR's Canvas, is a new learning management system similar to iLearn or Blackboard. Students can log in at https://elearn.ucr.edu/ and find their current courses. Below we've provided a Quick Start Guide as well as links to more in-depth eLearn Student Guides.

  eLearn Student Guides

• eLearn Quick Start Guide

  How do I log into eLearn?

  You will log in with your NetID and password to access eLearn. If you can’t remember your password, you can reset it at http://passwordreset.ucr.edu/.

  How do I find my classes?

  All courses that you are currently enrolled in should be visible on the left side of the eLearn home page. If you don’t see a course that you think you should be enrolled in, please contact bearhelp@ucr.edu.

  How can I submit work?

  To turn in an assignment, click on Assignments in the left-hand navigation pane for the course. Click on the name of the assignment, and click the Submit Your Assignment button  and select submission type. There are four submission types: upload a file, submit a text entry, enter a website URL, or submit media. You can only select one submission type per submission. Make sure you submit the document type that your professor requests.

  Read more: How do I know when my instructor has graded my assignment?

  How do I see my grades?

  In the Global Navigation screen, click on Grades link in the left-hand column. From here you can select the course you wish to view grades and view grades chronologically.

  How do I participate in a discussion?

  Most course discussions will happen in the “Discussions” link.  You can write your comments or upload a file. You should check with your course instructor for specific expectations around the discussion.

   

  eLearn Learning Tips

  eLearn Guides
  Video Tutorials
  For other iLearn Support: bearhelp@ucr.edu

On-Campus Space for In-Person & Online Learning

Students may have schedules mixed with both in-person courses taking place on campus, and online classes taking place virtually. In some cases, schedules or housing situations may require students to take their online course while they are on campus. To help students efficiently attend their full schedule, we are providing a list of spaces on campus conducive to learning. 

• Rivera and Orbach Libraries

  Both Rivera and Orbach libraries have reservable study rooms and open study areas. For each library, the second floor serves as a quiet space and should be used only for attending remote courses where you do not intend to participate. For courses where you might need to participate, such as discussion sections, consider areas on the third floor of either building.

  The libraries also have laptop kiosks and study spaces with desktop computers. In both cases, please bring your own headphones so that you do not disturb other library-goers around you. 

  Library Study Spaces 
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  Library Hours

• The HUB

  The Highlander Union Building offers plenty of open study spaces inside and outside of the building. The ground level features study space in the dining area and outside on the patio at the umbrella tables. The upper floors of the building feature additional indoor open study spaces with enhanced study seating along various corridors.

  The HUB

• The Student Success Center

  The new Student Success Center features state-of-the-art enhanced study spaces and three reservable study rooms, available through reserve.ucr.edu. 

  For remote classwork, the first-come, first-serve open study areas are best equipped for your needs. The SSC offers enhanced areas in every corner and at every bend of the building. Under the Paseo staircase is comfortable seating, on the main floor there are plenty of tables in a large study area, and even the stairwell railings are equipped with counter-top seating with plenty of power sources to plug in and recharge.

  The SSC student lounge, on the second floor, also offers study nooks, tables, and Brody Chairs which act as single-person study pods featuring movable tray tables, a place to stow your backpack, and two outlets beneath each seat.

• UCR Campus Map

  UCR Campus Map

Setting Your Goals for Success!

Setting clear goals is a strategy you can use to help you overcome challenges and be successful in an in-person or online class. Setting goals will help you stay on track and motivate you to take action when you come up against a challenge.

• S.M.A.R.T. Goals

  The SMART Method of Goal Setting is an Acronym to Help You Remember the Key Parts of an Effective Goal.

  S    Specific

  M   Measurable

  A    Attainable

  R    Relevant

  T    Time-Based

  1. Use Specific wording - State exactly what you want to accomplish. You need to know exactly what your goal is so that you can know when you have achieved it.
     • Don't write: "I want to ace my math exam next week."
     • Do write: "I want to get at least a 95% on my math exam next week."
  2. Include Measurable goals - How will you know when you've met your goal? By making it measurable!
     • Don't write: "Do well in my anatomy class this semester."
     • Do write: "I will get at least a B in anatomy this semester."
  3. Aim for realistically Attainable goals - Is your goal reasonable and something you can actually do? Be honest about your ability to achieve the goals you set.
     • Don't write: "I want to get at least a 95% on my exam next week." if the highest exam score you have received so far is 70%.
     • Do write: "I want to get at least an 85% on my exam next week."
  4. Pick Relevant goals that fit your life - Does this goal "go with" other goals you wish to achieve? Is it relevant to your overall goals?
     • If your desire is to graduate with a 3.0 GPA or above, setting a goal of achieving 85% on your exams will help you get there. Setting a goal of learning to play chess may not. 
  5. Make goals Time-Based by including timeframe and deadline information. How long should it reasonably take you to achieve your goal? Set a timeframe for accomplishing your goal.
     • Don't write: "I want to ace my math course.”
     • Do write: “I want to have an average of at least 80% in my math course by mid-term."
• Additional Resources
  • SMART Goals Worksheet
  • University of California, SMART Goals: A How to Guide

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