Did You Know the OpenLab is fully accessible and open to everyone at City Tech?
City Tech’s OpenLab has many awesome features that students can use to guide them through City Tech. From courses to clubs, portfolios to projects, the OpenLab has everything that you need to stay informed and connected to your peers and professors. You can share your work with others at City Tech and beyond and can see and learn from work shared by other members. (And when you need to, you can work in private, too.)
Open Portfolios
One unique feature of OpenLab is that you can browse through e-portfolios that members have created on the platform. It is the best way to learn what other members created from their education at City Tech. You can also create a personalized e-portfolio since you have the power to present your work the way you want it to look and feel. You can get started without worrying about where to begin because OpenLab’s e-portfolio templates give you a starting point. If you ever feel stuck and don’t know what to add to your portfolio, don’t worry, there are hundreds of student portfolios you can look at for inspiration. OpenLab provides a powerful platform, so take advantage of this opportunity to create a portfolio that showcases your work.
Open Clubs
OpenLab is a great place if you’re looking to join or explore different clubs. They offer a wide range of clubs with diverse activities and interests to suit everyone’s preferences. You can openly explore the available clubs posted on OpenLab to view activities they hold and ways you can participate. Moreover, you can easily communicate with the club members and ask any questions that you may have before joining. By joining one of the many clubs available on OpenLab, you can expand your interests, make new friends, and engage in exciting activities that you enjoy.
Open Courses
You can freely access all the courses that use OpenLab to see if they align with your interests. You can explore these courses to look at information such as the syllabus to view the requirements, faculty information, class meetings, and other key requirements. Additionally, you can view the coursework to get a clear understanding of the topics covered, the skills you’ll learn, and the activities and assignments you’ll be working on throughout the course. This can help you make an informed decision about whether the course is a good fit for you and your goals. These are useful information to learn about before enrolling which can help in the long run, ensuring that you select the correct courses and maximize your learning experience.
Open Projects
The project section in OpenLab is also a great place to explore a wide range of resources. It provides a variety of content that might be an interest to you. Whether you’re interested in technology, science, arts, or humanities, you’ll find the right topic for you. You can use the filter option to narrow down your search and find the content from each department and category. These projects were created by the members of OpenLab with the goal of helping students succeed and enjoy learning new things.
Next steps…
So take the time to familiarize yourself with OpenLab and the great things it has to offer because it really is open. It is a powerful platform that’s designed to help students with resources. As a student, you can take advantage of this platform to access valuable information, connect with other students and faculty members, and collaborate on projects. If you’re looking for a platform to help you succeed academically, then OpenLab is worth exploring!
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