Digital Learning Tools

Kaltura: Student How-To Resources

Kaltura is the virtual classroom where you will attend your online classes. It is accessed through your courses in misiwe pehtâkwan.

📱❕ Note: When joining your Kaltura virtual classroom from your Phone - if you receive a phone call during class, you will be disconnected from your class and have to rejoin!

How to access recordings

Check the link below for instructions on how to access recordings from Media Gallery

How to join and leave a session

Check the link below for instructions on how to join and leave a session

How to turn on/off camera and microphone

Check the link below for instructions on how to turn on/off your camera and microphone

How to use the classroom chat

Check the link below for instructions on how to use the classroom chat with Room chat option

How to raise your hand

Check the link below for instructions on how to raise your hand.

How to use the breakout rooms

Check the link below for instructions on how to use breakout rooms

How to share your desktop screen

Check the link below for instructions on how to share your desktop screen using Google Chrome.

How to enable live captions in Chrome

Check the link below for instructions on how to enable live captions in Google Chrome

How to use the whiteboard tools

Check the link below for instructions on how to use whiteboard toolbar

How to use full screen

Check the link below for instructions on how to make session window larger

How to use Kaltura mobile app for Android

Check the link below for instructions on how to use Kaltura mobile app for Android

How to open an on-demand course

An on-demand course can have videos, class recordings, PDFs, and presentations that students can access on their own time. Check the link below for instructions on how to open an on-demand course.

How to submit a Kaltura assignment

Check the link below for instructions on how to submit a Kaltura assignment to your instructor for grading.

Media Gallery vs My Media

Check the link below to understand Media Gallery vs My Media

Additional Supports

These services are available to you for free as a NorQuest student:

Computer Help

Need help with your computer? Ask here: 

• Service Desk provides computer help for students. You can ask in-person in the Learner Centre (floor 2 of the Singhmar Centre for Learning) or contact them online.

• Peer Technology Mentors are student volunteers who can help you learn how to use a computer. You can ask in-person in the Learner Centre (floor 2 of the Singhmar Centre for Learning). 

Assignment Help

Need help with your assignments? Ask here: 

• Tutorial and Academic Coaching Services are professional learning support specialists who can help you with writing, math, science, time management, study skills, and more! 

Other Resources

Need help with anything else? Check here:

• NorQuest student resources list