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Warm Up 2021: Monday Schedule

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9 am

Technology Skills for Success with Online Learning

This workshop provides basic skill development for using College-approved applications, including LEARN, HUB, Webex, MS Teams, and Office 365. The goal of this workshop is to develop the foundational technology-related skills students need to participate in online learning experiences offered through RRC. 

Presenter: Kaleigh Quinn
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   9 am - 10 am
Location:   Webex
Recording Link:   Click here to view the workshop recording
Register to save your spot: 
CLICK AND REGISTER for January 4 @ 9am

10 am

Walk Through of the College Readiness Math Assessment

Join this session for an overview of the online math assessment, how you will use it, and what follow-up sessions and supports will be offered throughout Warm Up week.

The College Readiness: Math Assessment was developed to prepare students for the level of math required in their respective college programs. It is comprised of two parts: (1) a Diagnostic Assessment to measure your current math level and (2) Upgrading modules to improve the math skills required by your program. 

For more information about the College Readiness: Math Assessment, please visit this page: Math Prep - College Readiness.

Presenter: Michael Okrainec 
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   10 am - 11 am
Location:   Online WebEx event. Please use the registration button below; you will be emailed the access link.
Recording Link:   Click here to view the workshop recording.
Register to save your spot:
 
CLICK AND REGISTER for January 4 @ 10am

Technology Literacy

The Technology Literacy tutorial provides basic skill development for using College-approved applications to participate in online learning experiences offered through Red River College (including LEARN, HUB, Webex, MS Teams, and Office 365). This tutorial also includes a “Technical Support at RRC” section which lists units within the College that provide technical troubleshooting support to students including ITS Service Desk and LEARN Support.

This resource is available on an ongoing basis as part of our Self-directed Learning supports.

Contact: Kaleigh Quinn
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   10 am - 11 am
Location:   This is a self-directed remote learning event ~ work at your own pace 
Links:   LEARN link

11 am

Drop-in Mindfulness Practice

Do you have a question about what resources and services the library offers or how to use them? Have an assignment and need to find articles, books, websites, statistical information, videos, or some other type of information? Drop by our virtual desk to talk to us and find out how we can help you. 

Presenter: Jackie
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   11 am - 11:20 am
Location:   This is a drop-in event, use the link below to join the discussion.
Registration link:   Join here. If you do not yet have a free MindWell account, set one up here.

12 pm

Library Help Desk ~ Drop-in

Do you have a question about what resources and services the library offers or how to use them? Have an assignment and need to find articles, books, websites, statistical information, videos, or some other type of information? Drop by our virtual desk to talk to us and find out how we can help you. 

Presenter: Bettina Allen
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   12 pm - 1 pm
Location:   This is a drop-in event, use the link below to join the discussion.
Link:    WebEx Meeting Room

1 pm

Write Like a Pro!

Attend this workshop to learn about how to structure your writing in an academic setting. Learn how to organize your thoughts in a logical format and use clear and concise wording to communicate your ideas.

Presenter: Rebecca Hiebert
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   1 pm - 2 pm
Location:   Online WebEx event. Please use the registration button below; you will be emailed the access link.
Recording Link:   Click here to view the recording.
Register to save your spot:  
CLICK AND REGISTER for January 4 @ 1pm

2 pm

Fundamentals of Academic Writing

The Fundamentals of Academic Writing tutorial presents skills that students need in order to succeed with academic writing. Students will learn about sentence and paragraph structure and then cover the topics of clarity and coherence to best understand the importance of organizing and linking ideas. Finally, students will learn how to use the writing process to brainstorm, write, revise, and edit their work.

This resource is available on an ongoing basis as part of our Self-directed Learning supports.

Contact: Rebecca Hiebert, Nick Schroeder
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   2 pm - 3 pm
Location:   This is a self-directed remote learning event ~ work at your own pace 
Links:   LEARN link

Red River Ready Information Session

Learn about the supports, services and resources provided by our Student Service Centre, Campus Store, Counselling and Accessibility Services, and Safety and Health Services teams. Plus, find out how to access these resources, and how they can help keep you on the road to success.

Contact: Clint Thiessen
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   2 pm - 3 pm
Location:   This is a recording of the Red River Ready Information Session
Recording Link:   Click here to view the recording. Password: RRRWinter2021

3 pm

Drop-in Indigenous Support: Round Room with Elder Una

As you prepare for the Winter Term, we invite you to drop-in and listen as Elder Una offers guidance and imparts wisdom through storytelling. Elder Una, Donna Glover (Navigation Coach), and Jeff Boychuk (SIE Academic Coach) will share resources and information about Red River College's supports for Indigenous students and be available to answer any questions you may have.

To join, please click the link below. We looking forward to meeting you!

Presenter: Elder Una, Donna Glover, and Jeff Boychuk
Date:   Monday, January 4
Time:   3 pm - 4 pm
Location:   This is a drop-in event; use the link below to join the discussion.
Link to join:   MS Teams Room Link

4 pm

Learning and Sharing Culture at RRC 

Find out about opportunities to connect with your Red River College colleagues, making new friendships while sharing and learning together.
Date:  Monday, January 4
Time:  4 pm - 4:50 pm
Location:  Online WebEx event. 
Recording Link:  Click here to view the recording.

Tip of the Day

How Can I Manage my Time Better?

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the structure of our daily routines has rapidly changed. This routine may have involved waking up early to fit a workout in before heading to campus for classes. It may have involved studying for an upcoming assessment in-between classes throughout the day. Or, rushing off to an evening shift after classes have ended for the day.

As many of us may know, effective time management is possible when you feel in control of your time. Amid COVID-19 cases emerging and the uncertainty of when schedules will return to normal, it can feel like you cannot plan because it is unclear what tomorrow will bring. Being present in the moment and creating short-term goals for ourselves is manageable.

 

Supports for You!

Academic Success Centre: Academic Coaching

Academic coaches work with students to set and accomplish academic goals by employing research-backed study and motivational strategies. Together, coach and student examine past learning habits and strategies in order to identify what is needed for academic success at the College.

 

Resources:

 

LinkedIn Learning Videos:

(RRC email and password required)

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  • Academic Success Centre
  • Library Services
  • Guest Speakers 
  • Self-directed Learning