Online Learning Resources and Support
Spring 2021
From building wearable technology to creating music and theatrical presentations, faculty at the University of Illinois Chicago have been working to provide students with opportunities for great online learning experiences.
As the academic year continues into the Spring semester you can continue to read about students and faculty engaging in cutting-edge learning and teaching experiences.
You can also access online resources for learning and student services and see what life is like on UIC’s vibrant campus.
Online Learning: Faculty and Student Perspectives
Virtual ‘Mindful Mondays’ offer support to UIC student-athletes
Student-athletes take part in a program called “Mindful Mondays” that provides them an hour every week to gather virtually to discuss issues that may be on their minds
Online learning
helped English language instructor explore new ways of teaching
UIC Tutorium in Intensive English in the Office of Global Engagement, helps students learn English to achieve their academic, professional and personal goals
Wearable technology course expands to meet demand
As the COVID -19 pandemic continues, the need to be constantly aware of one’s own medical and fitness data has meant a rise in the demand for fitness trackers and wearable technology
Serving students while teaching about global pandemic through e-learning
Sandra Gibbons, a lecturer in biological sciences, took advantage of the additional time before spring break to prepare to teach remotely.
Students in virtual course delve into archives to analyze role of women in politics in 20th century Chicago
The UIC course, Women and Politics in 20th Century Chicago, is being presented during the spring semester by David Greenstein.
Online learning boosts class participation
Urban Planning and Policy Assistant Professor Ning Ai found the online platform to be a success for her students
My online learning experience at UIC: Tyra Patterson
UIC student Tyra describes her experience learning online
First-year writing course increases belonging and retention
New research suggests a reading-and-writing exercise about social belonging is an effective strategy to help student performance at urban, broad-access universities
UIC lecturer creates structure through online learning
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Lecturer Karen Leick made the most of the transition to online learning
UIC Digital Humanities Initiative supports shift to e-learning
Since classes were moved online, the initiative assisted faculty and instructors with the transition to the virtual classroom
Nutritionist designs online curriculum to empower students in their home kitchens
By having students work in their own homes and kitchens, manager of the UIC Nutrition Garden Renea Lyles felt the new online learning reality was most applicable to students
My online learning experience at UIC: Danielle Hull
UIC student Danielle shares her tips for online learning
Theatre class collaborates virtually to create ensemble project
Students collaborated online to perfect their final spring performance
Professor pivots to creative, online learning approach
Professor Baker-Doyle quickly transitioned to online learning
Missing the UIC campus? Visit virtually through Minecraft
Kyle Chandetka, a third-year bioengineering student, has built part of the east side of campus for students who love UIC and Minecraft.
Student Online Learning Resources
Technology Solutions (formerly ACCC)
Get the resources and support you need to succeed in an online learning environment
University Library
Search for resources online, download e-books, and make an appointment with a librarian
Student troubleshooting tips
Where to look if you’re having trouble with online resources
Online assessment resources for students with disabilities
Locate accessible UIC resources
Collaboration tools
From Blackboard to Zoom, find your favorite way to securely connect with the UIC community
Handshake career resource
Handshake is UIC’s new all-in-one online career resource
Other Student Resources
Center for Student Involvement
Find in-person and virtual engagement opportunities
Campus Housing
Everything you need to know about housing at UIC
Student Centers
Take advantage of on-campus activities, meeting areas, and dining options
Commuter Student Resource Center
Your home away from home at UIC
Counseling Center
Operating remotely, call to make an appointment
Campus Safety
Learn about safety protocols and prevention and awareness programs