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If routine work or academic functions are disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances that impact normal operations, Aims will move to a remote online platform. Aims is able to provide a variety of services to connect students with faculty and allow for collaboration in a remote online environment so that classes can continue as seamlessly as possible.
The following services and recommendations will assist students in preparing to learn remotely successfully.
In preparation for remote learning, students should make sure to have a functioning computer or laptop ready at home that has a stable internet connection.
Use the following instructions to ensure you have a good connection:
Please send an email to the IT Helpdesk to request a laptop if one is needed.
Knowing what you need access to and how you can access it off campus is essential to getting the most out of your remote learning experience.
Many of Aims’ resources such as email, D2L, myAims and Self-Service Banner do not require you to be on the Aims network to access them. Other resources do require you to be on the Aims network to access, such as certain applications you are using in your classes. It’s important to communicate with your instructor to determine what services you will need access to and how you can access them off-campus.
Use the following infographic to help you with next steps in properly setting up your remote learning environment with the access you need:
You can connect to the Apporto from your personal computer using any internet browser (Chrome, IE, Firefox, etc.)
Use the following instructions to connect:
Accessing Your Aims Google Drive on Apporto
Once signed onto Apporto and launching one of the Desktops, use the Cloud Mounter application found on the desktop to mount your Google Drive. Any drives mounted using the Cloud Mounter will be automatically mapped and available in future log-ins.
Important Notes:
Gmail is a user-friendly, web-based email service available to all students. It can be accessed using any device with an internet connection.
To get to your Aims email, go to Google Mail from any browser. You will sign in using your Aims email address and password.
If you are using a personal computer, you may already be signed into another Gmail account and need to switch to your Aims account. To do this:
If you have already accessed your Aims Gmail from your personal computer, you should see the Aims account as an option when you select your account. You can just click on your email name.
Help and support for Gmail is available by clicking the support “?” in the upper right corner of the page.
To get to your Aims Google Calendar, go to Google Calendar from any browser. You will sign in using your Aims email address and password.
Help and support for Google Calendar is available by clicking the support “?” in the upper right corner of the page.
With Google Drive, you can create, share, store and access files from anywhere. You can even work with Microsoft Office files without needing Office installed on your computer. Drive allows you to store and organize assignments, documents or class curriculum securely and access them from any device.
To get to your Aims Google Drive, go to Google Drive from any browser. You will sign in using your Aims email address and password.
If you are using a personal computer, you may already be signed into another Google account and need to switch to your Aims account. To do this:
If you have already accessed your Aims Google account from your personal computer, you should see the Aims account as an option when you select your account and you can just click on your email name.
Help and support for Google Drive is available by clicking the support “?” in the upper right corner of the page.
Hangouts Chat is a messaging platform designed for collaboration via direct or group conversations. See Google’s help page for more information on Hangouts Chat.
Google Meet is an online conferencing tool with video conferencing and screen sharing capabilities. Connect with instructors and classmates virtually through secure video calls and messaging to continue learning off campus.
To get to your Aims Google Meet, go to Google Meet from any browser. You will sign in using your Aims email address and password.
Zoom is a web conferencing tool designed for collaboration. It offers high quality video, audio, and tools such as polling, screen sharing, whiteboards, and breakout rooms from virtually any device. Zoom is available to all Aims employees and students.
See the Zoom page for information on how to get started with Zoom meetings and Zoom Webinars as well as tips for improving your Zoom security.
Several Internet Service Providers (ISPs) have announced discounted or free Internet service for customers due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The list below provides resources from the FCC and various providers regarding assistance.
FCC Agreement - states that providers will waive late fees, not cutoff service for lack of payment, and open hot-spots.
ISP and Carrier COVID-19 Responses: AT&T, Comcast, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon