Learning Technologies

Learning Technologies

Technical and Software Requirements

LEARN

LEARN is Red River College Polytechnic’s version of Brightspace a learning management system. LEARN is used to deliver online courses, faciliate communications and

Platform requirements

You can access LEARN using a comptuer (desktop or laptop), tablet or mobile device.

Minimum computer system requirements:

  • PC with Windows XP, Vista 7,8, 8.1
  • Mac with OS X
  • High-speed broadband access (LAN, Cable, or DSL) is highly recommended

Tablet and mobile support

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Browser Support

LEARN can be accessed using a browser

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Software and apps

To access your course materials, you will require Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Microsoft Office

As a Red River College Polytechnic student, you have access to:

  • Use Office 365 online from any device
  • Install Office 2016 on your mobile device and/or on your personal computer

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Adobe Acrobat Reader

Acrobat Reader is available as a free download for viewing and printing PDFs.

WebEx

WebEx is video and web conferencing platform.

Assistive Technologies (AT)

Red River College Polytechnic offers support for students with disabilities to procure Assistive Technology (AT). Find out more about the Assistive Technology Eligibility and Process. opens in new window

Library Computer Labs

If you are unable to access a computer from home, you can use the Library’s computer lab at Notre Dame Campus and computers at Exchange District Campus.

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RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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