RUconnected

RUconnected is an essential educational tool designed for Rhodes University's community, serving both students and lecturers by virtualizing the learning management system. With this app, you can take your learning experience mobile, staying in sync with your academic obligations wherever you go.

Notably, the platform facilitates continuous learning by allowing you to access course materials, even without an internet connection. It ensures that you stay ahead in your learning curve by enabling you to engage in interactive activities such as quizzes, forum discussions, and assignment submissions, both online and offline.

Instant notifications are a standout feature, which keep you updated about new course announcements, forum interactions, and feedback on assignment submissions. This feature adds to the ease of contact by providing an intuitive platform to find and communicate with peers enrolled in the same courses.

In addition, the platform streamlines your academic workflow by allowing uploads of various file formats directly from your mobile device. It serves as a personal academic assistant, setting reminders for upcoming deadlines and providing swift access to view your grades.

It is designed with comprehensive permissions to enhance its functionality while ensuring a user-friendly experience. The app requires the ability to record audio for content uploads and permissions to read and modify the content on your SD card, facilitating offline viewing of course materials. Network access is integral for seamless online-offline transitions, while startup and prevention from phone sleeping permissions ensure you get necessary alerts in real time.

RUconnected redefines the convenience of academic management and participation, promoting an all-encompassing, connected learning environment that caters to the modern educational demands of Rhodes University’s academia.