Working Safely Online and with Technology
Being digital capable in this area means considering how your data and information is used online, and making choices about how to share your information online and how to keep your information and accounts private and secure. It also relates to looking after yourself - taking regular screen breaks, managing online distractions and staying focused. These capabilities can help you to manage the competing demands of study and work.
Manage your digital identity
- LinkedIn Learning course on Netiquette (staff and students) - this covers things like writing good emails and managing your online presence
Use digital tools to support your work-life balance
- Digital wellbeing settings for Android devices, Apple devices (staff and students)
- The Life Tools programme can help you to find ways to balance the demands of study and life (students)
- LinkedIn Learning course on 'Balancing work and life' (staff)
Set up your workspace safely and take precautions
- Staff members at the University can access Display Screen Equipment guidance on the HR webpages (staff)
- LinkedIn Learning video on posture - essential for long days at a desk! (staff and students)
- Turn off email notifications to stay focused (staff and students)
Cybersecurity practices
- DTS guidance on creating a secure password (staff and students)