The University of Saskatchewan is a vibrant institution that places a high priority on the application of technology in its teaching and research, and continues to invest in services for instructors. In addition to the many established services listed in this guide, ITS is involved with and collaborates on investigations, experimentation and pilot projects for new teaching technologies.

In This Guide

Prepare - What you should know before using the services

• Your Responsibilities - Policies
• Your NSID
• My IT Services (MITS)
• Where You Can Get Training
• Where You Can Find Help  

Connect - What you should know about getting online

• Obtaining a Computer
• Anti-virus Software - Sophos
• Getting Online - Access the Wired Network
• Getting Online - Access the Wireless Network
• Getting Online - Internet Access from Home
• Getting Visiting Colleagues Access
• Public Access Kiosks

Explore - What services are available to you

• PAWS Campus Portal - paws.usask.ca
• Instructor E-mail - mail.usask.ca
• File Service - Cabinet
• Calendar
• Course Management Tools
• Clickers
• Networked Classrooms
• Conferencing & Collaboration Tools
• Discussion Groups
• Blogs - blogs.usask.ca
• Individual Webpages - homepage.usask.ca
• Web Survey Tool
• Wiki - wiki.usask.ca
• Computer Marked Exams - OMR & Custom Form Design
• Quizzes, Examinations & Final Grade Entry
• SiRIUS
• Software Downloads
• Computer & Equipment Repair
• Desktop Services Support

Instructor Resources

• E-learning Resources  
  • Developing Online Course Content
  • Current Instructional Technology Investigations
•  University Learning Centre
  • The University Learning Centre is an initiative created to support and enhance teaching and learning at the University of Saskatchewan and to be an active advocate for exemplary practices and innovations in teaching and learning on campus and beyond.