Requirements for Online Courses

• High-speed internet access
• A desktop or laptop computer
  • Note: iPads, tablets and mobile phones are not completely compatible with e-learning
• We suggest students download several internet browsers (e.g., Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari)
  • Do NOT use ANY version of Internet Explorer.
• We suggest students have headphones with a microphone for better sound quality during webinars and other live classes. 
• Microsoft Office software. Click here to download it for free as a registered UF student. 

Tools Used in Online Courses

• Adobe Connect: Live chat sessions are held using the Adobe Connect tool, accessed from the course page in Canvas. Please use a headset during all Adobe Connect chats.
  Watch a video tutorial.
• VoiceThread: This cloud-based discussion tool is used to record and share project presentations.

Library Access

Access the University of Florida Library System here. 

Helpful Links

• University of Florida e-Learning Support Services (Help and tutorials for UF’s online learning management system)
• UF e-Learning FAQ
• UF Computing Help Desk
• UF Help Desk on Twitter (@GoGatorsUFIT)

Accessing Your UF Email Account

Once you are a student, all official communication will be sent to your UFL email account. Your GatorLink username makes up the first part of the UFL email address (the part before @ufl.edu). Your UF email can be set up two weeks after you have been admitted to the program.

• To access your UFL Office 365 mail please visit https://outlook.com/ufl.edu and sign in with your GatorLink username and password
• You may need to update your UF email: https://ufhealth-education-dce-programs.sites.medinfo.ufl.edu/files/2015/07/UFBusinessEmailAddressVerification.pdf
• If you need additional information in regard to this service, visit https://www.mail.ufl.edu/ OR call 352-392-4357 (HELP)