Information Technology has been busy this summer preparing to provide the best tools and experiences for your Sheridan computing needs. What are the top 5 most popular new apps to keep students and employees working collaboratively and creatively?
1. AppsAnywhere
AppsAnywhere provides all Sheridan students and employees an easy to use web portal for accessing software on demand through a web browser. If the application you need isn’t available through AppsAnywhere contact the Information Technology Service Desk. Software available on and off campus to students is specific to programs, courses and classes. Access may be on a term to term basis and sometimes there is a limit to the number of computers you can run the software on simultaneously. Software for Sheridan employees is also available on AppsAnywhere. Follow Discover Sheridan’s AppsAnywhere to learn more about AppsAnywhere.
2. Office Online
Office Online is Microsoft’s cloud-based suite, e.g., OneNote Online, Excel Online, Word Online and PowerPoint Online. Simply go to office.sheridancollege.ca and log in with your Sheridan credentials. If you have questions about accessing and using Office Online contact the Information Technology Service Desk. Follow Experience Office Online and OneDrive to learn more about Office Online.
3. OneDrive
OneDrive Online is part of the Office 365 cloud-based services. Sharing a file or folder is secure and easy. Simply go to office.sheridancollege.ca and log in with your Sheridan credentials. If you have questions about accessing and using OneDrive contact the Information Technology Service Desk. Follow Experience Office Online and OneDrive to learn more about OneDrive.
4. Microsoft Forms and Sway
Microsoft Forms and Sway are part of the Office 365 cloud-based services. Forms is used to create surveys, quizzes and polls. Sway is used to create and share interactive reports, stories, presentations, and more. Follow Save the Date: Microsoft Forms and Sway are Coming! to learn more about Microsoft Forms and Sway.
5. Office ProPlus
Office ProPlus are Microsoft Office applications installed on a device. All students can use Office 365 ProPlus. All employees (staff and faculty) who have logged into a podium PC in the last year can also access Office 365 ProPlus. If you are an employee who has not logged into a podium PC in the last year, make sure you are not logged into Office 365 Online. Then simply go to: Get Office and sign in with your Sheridan credentials to gain access and start using Office 365 ProPlus on a Sheridan lab machine, podium PC, or new laptop. Information about Office ProPlus is available from AppsAnywhere by selecting Office365 and then selecting more info.
Questions or Concerns?
If you any questions or concerns, please send email to: servicedesk@sheridancollege.ca.