Full AccessAbility Services Events Calendar available on CLNx
Time Management 101
Do you have a lot of assignments due close together? Are you not sure how much time to spend on an assignment or is it hard to know how to juggle all your responsibilities?
Join us to learn how to feel in control of your schedule. There will be activities throughout the session, to help you practice the different learning strategies discussed.
Topics will include:
- How to prioritize your assignments
- How to visualize and better judge your time
- How to break down your assignments
When: Tuesday, September 26th from 2pm to 3pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
And
When: Thursday, October 12th from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
And
When: Thursday, November 9th from 2pm to 3pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
And
When: Tuesday, November 21st from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
Auto-captioning will be enabled in Zoom meeting, video and audio participation are optional. If you require an accommodation to attend this workshop, please let us know at ability.utsc@utoronto.ca or 416-287-7560
Note Taking Workshop
Are you taking in-person classes for the first time in a while? Does the idea of taking notes in class feel a bit overwhelming?
Join our note taking session and learn how to make the note taking process efficient and less painful.
Topics will include:
- How to identify important information to record
- How to use assistive technology to make note taking easier
- How to pick a note taking style that fits your needs
When: Tuesday, September 19th from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
Auto-captioning will be enabled in Zoom meeting, video and audio participation are optional. If you require an accommodation to attend this workshop, please let us know at ability.utsc@utoronto.ca or 416-287-7560
Accommodated Exams Process
In this workshop, the Accommodated Tests & Exams team will walk you through the exam writing process, from checking in your belongings to writing your exam with accommodations.
Topics will include:
- Requesting exam accommodations through myAIMS
- How to check and confirm your exam location on myAIMS
- Arrival and check-in at the exam space
- Utilizing the accommodated exam space
When: Wednesday, September 20th from 5pm to 6pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
Auto-captioning will be enabled in Zoom meeting, video and audio participation are optional. If you require an accommodation to attend this workshop, please let us know at ability@utsc.utoronto.ca or 416-287-7560
Social Communication Workshop
People communicate with one another on a daily basis and these skills are refined throughout one's lifetime. Often times we face social difficulties, social rejection, or interpersonal conflict, however there are many ways to navigate through these situations.
In this workshop we will:
- Reflect and understand how we communicate and behave in social situations
- Learn how to communicate with confidence in social situations
- Identify what specific improvements you would like to make
- Practice skills in a safe space
When: Wednesday, September 27th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Where: In-person, location TBA; register on CLNx here
Kurzweil3000 Refresher
Has it been a while since you used Kurzweil3000? Forgot your username and password? Come join us for a Kurzweil3000 refresher! We will explore the reading and writing features of Kurzweil3000 for use in your school work and studying.
Topics will include
- How to open, read and annotate your texts
- Utilizing the universal library for essay writing
- Writing in Kurzweill3000 for studying
When: Tuesday, October 3rd from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
And
When: Monday, November 13th from 2pm to 3pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
Active Study Methods Through Integrating Technology
Do you struggle with figuring out how to study? Did you know that not all study methods work well for every subject? Come learn 4 different study techniques that utilize technology to move you from passive studying to active studying!
Topics will include
- Passive VS Active Studying
- Study basics – planning and prep
- Leveraging technology to help you!
When: Thursday, October 5th from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, register on CLNx here
Drop-in Study Group
Do you study best when around others?
Do you need a virtual space to help keep you motivated and accountable?
Join our virtual study space to help you get to work! These sessions will be facilitated by our Learning Strategist Allison Brown who will help you set an achievable goal for the session. Bring your final assignments or study for your exams, everyone is welcome!
If you require an accommodation to attend this workshop, please let us know at ability.utsc@utoronto.ca or 416-287-7560
When:
Tuesday, October 10th from 3-4pm, register
Wednesday, October 25th from 2-3pm, register
Wednesday, November 8th from 2-3pm, register
Wednesday, November 22nd from 3-4pm
Friday, December 1st from 3-4pm
Monday, December 4th from 3-4pm
Friday, December 8th from 3-4 pm
Monday, December 11th from 3-4pm
Friday, December 15th from 3-4pm
Monday, December 18th from 3-4pm
Where: Zoom; see event on CLNx
Preparing for Accommodated Exams
Not sure where to start or how to make a study plan?
Will this be your first in-person or university level exam?
It is normal to feel nervous about writing to in-person exams, whether this is your first time or if you haven’t done this in a while. Join our exam prep session to learn how to prepare and utilize your accommodations effectively.
Topics will include:
- How to prepare for exams – deciding “what” and “how” to study
- Using your exam accommodations effectively
- Strategies to manage anxiety during the exam
Auto-captioning will be enabled in Zoom meeting, video and audio participation are optional. If you require an accommodation to attend this workshop, please let us know at ability.utsc@utoronto.ca or 416-287-7560
When: Thursday, November 23rd from 3pm to 4pm
Where: Zoom, see event on CLNx
AccessAbility Services Student Socials
Socials are for students who are registered with AccessAbility Services to get to know your peers.
Fall 2023
| Date | Time | Location | Register |
| Wednesday, October 11th, 2023 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In-Person Room TBA | here |
| Wednesday, November 15th, 2023 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In Person Room TBA | here |
| Wednesday, December 6th, 2023 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In Person Room TBA | here |
Winter 2024
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Date |
Time | Location | Register |
| Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In-Person Room TBA | here |
| Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In-Person Room TBA | here |
| Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In-Person Room TBA | here |
| Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 | 5:00pm to 6:30pm | In-Person Room TBA | here |
If you require any accommodations to fully participate in this event, please let us know in advance. Contact us at 416-287-7560 or email ability.utsc@utoronto.ca