IS Resources for Students

Digital Information and Support

Canvas – Learning Management System

Canvas is UF’s cloud-based learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content, manage assignments, communicate with students, and support online learning activities. Training resources and documentation are available to assist faculty in course development and management.

Learn more:
Canvas Login
Canvas IT Resources and Support

Classroom Polling & Student Engagement Tools

Instructional Support provides guidance on classroom polling and engagement tools that promote active learning and real-time student feedback.

  • iClicker – A classroom response system that allows faculty to conduct polls, quizzes, and attendance activities using student devices. iClicker integrates with Canvas and supports both in-person and active learning environments.

Mediasite – Lecture Capture & Streaming

UF College of Dentistry uses Mediasite to record and distribute classroom lectures.  These lectures can be viewed by students anytime on computers or mobile devices through Canvas.

Learn more:
UF IT Mediasite Recording and Streaming Resource
College of Dentistry Copyright Information
UF Copyright & Disclaimer Statement

ExamSoft – Secure Testing

ExamSoft provides a secure testing platform that supports high-stakes assessments using Examplify. The system allows exams to be delivered securely, including offline testing environments.

Learn more:
ExamSoft Faculty Information

Student Computer Resources

Students are required to have a laptop (not an iPad or iPad hybrid) for the duration of dental school. They are also required to have a well-fitting, functioning privacy screen appropriate for that laptop when you are taking examinations. The Office of Academic Affairs recommends the “Gold Privacy Filter.”

Students are also required to have Whole Disk Encryption for their laptops and keep this encryption enabled as long as they are enrolled and connected to any UF resources. 

Learn more:
UFCD’s Computer Requirements
UF Student Computer Resources