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EYES-ON-PSE is a free, online post-secondary prep course, to help students prepare for what’s ahead at college and university. This asynchronous, online course is laid out in six, self-paced, easy-to-navigate modules, each covering topics on what to expect at college and university, and where to find information on what you need to do and when you need to do it.

This course is designed to leave students feeling significantly more prepared, informed, and confident as they begin their first semester of post-secondary studies. Big changes exist between the high school and post-secondary environments that can make the transition difficult for any student. Compared to high school, post-secondary education often has reduced student-teacher ratios, greater academic demands, reduced personal support networks, and greater overall expectations. These and additional changes can often have a greater impact on students with disabilities, as they navigate this transition and a new support network at post-secondary school.

EYES-ON-PSE was created with funds from the Virtual Learning Strategy (VLS) project as part of the provincial government’s eCampus Ontario strategy to provide accessible online resources to students, faculty, parents and staff working and learning in the post-secondary environment.

Course Outline

Module Unit (Sub modules) Topics
Module 1: A New Scene Unit 1.1: A New Beginning 
  • Welcome 
  • Navigating This Course
  • Your New Reality 
  • What is Your Why? 
  Unit 1.2: Diverse Learners
  • Navigating Expectations
  • Equity and Diversity on Campus
  • Academic Accommodations and Accessibility Services
  Unit 1.3: A Growth Mindset
  • A Growth Mindset
  • Changing Our Thinking
Module 2: You and Your Education Unit 2.1: Self-Knowledge & Self-Advocacy
  • All About You
  • Your Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Self Advocacy and Asking for Help 
  Unit 2.2: You as a Student
  • The Role of a Student 
  • In Person and Online Classes
  • What’s Best for Me?
  Unit 2.3: Your Academic Journey
  • Your Program
  • Grades
  • Academic Appeals
Module 3: Post Secondary Learning Unit 3.1: LMS & Course Structure
  • LMS Resources 
  • Discussion Boards
  • Reading a Course Outline 
  Unit 3.2: Communications
  • Connecting with Others
  • Emailing Faculty and Peers 
  • Group Work 
  • Video Meetings 
  Unit 3.3: Academic Integrity 
  • Accessing Materials 
  • Credible Sources 
  • Academic Integrity 
Module 4: Learning Strategies Unit 4.1: Academic Supports
  • Academic Supports 
  • Peer Supports 
  • Library 
  Unit 4.2: Keeping Yourself On Track 
  • Time Management 
  • Weekly Calendars
  • Term Calendars
  • Procrastination
  Unit 4.3: Elevating Your Learning 
  • Setting Up Your Study Space 
  • Motivation and Goal Setting 
  • There’s an App for That
Module 5: Academic Strategies Unit 5.1: Reading
  • The Purpose of Readings
  • Reading Comprehension 
  • Adaptive Technology 
  Unit 5.2: Taking Notes
  • Why Note Taking is Helpful 
  • Strategies for Effective Note Taking 
  • Accessible Note Taking 
  Unit 5.3: Assignments & Tests 
  • Understanding Assignments
  • Tackling Assignments 
  • Tests and Exams 
Module 6: Personal Considerations Unit 6.1: Managing Your Health and Relationships
  • Health and Nutrition
  • Sleep and Exercise
  • Mental and Emotional Health
  • Changes in Relationships
  • Sexual Violence and Safety
  Unit 6.2: Finances 
  • Financial Assistance 
  • Budgets
  Unit 6.3: Campus Supports 
  • Getting Involved 
  • Student Organizations 
  • Additional Campus Supports
  • Conclusion

 

How to Register

Registration for EYES-ON-PSE will open soon.

To sign up for an email reminder when the registration opens, please submit the following Google form: https://forms.gle/LmGpcRBUtgA4n5uv7

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