UF e-Learning Platform Overview

Aug 30, 2025

Overview

This page provides an overview of the University of Florida's e-Learning platform, including login information, supported tools, recent service updates, and available resources.

e-Learning Access & Login

  • UF students, faculty, and staff use GatorLink credentials for e-Learning login.
  • Continuing and distance education students use an external ID for login.

Supported Services & Tools

  • Qualtrics is available for survey creation and administration.
  • LinkedIn Learning offers educational videos and training resources.
  • Gradescope allows instructors to grade handwritten and digital assignments efficiently with AI assistance.

Announcements & Updates

  • Office 365 in Canvas is now functional; users with issues should contact learning support.
  • Turnitin Draft Coach is available in Google Docs, providing plagiarism, citation, and grammar checks (up to 3 Similarity Checks per paper).
  • All instructors have access to Gradescope through Canvas for streamlined grading and feedback.

Contact & Help Resources

  • Contact learning support at [email protected] or (352) 392-4357 for assistance.
  • Help Desk support and extensive guides are available for both students and instructors on the e-Learning platform.
  • Additional resources include campus weather, maps, tours, academic calendar, UF directory, and more.

Key Terms & Definitions

  • GatorLink — University of Florida's authentication system for secure access to online services.
  • Gradescope — Grading platform using AI to group similar responses and assist with assignment and exam grading.
  • Turnitin Draft Coach — Tool in Google Docs offering similarity, citation, and grammar checks before final paper submission.

Action Items / Next Steps

  • Try Turnitin Draft Coach for draft feedback in Google Docs using your UF Google account.
  • Instructors: Explore using Gradescope within Canvas for grading assignments and exams.
  • Contact learning support if you experience login or Office 365 issues.