Education Resources
Curriculum Resources
Software Applications
Fertitta Family College of Medicine students will use the following software applications to enhance and aid their education.
Fertitta Family College of Medicine learning management system containing a suite of modules for various medical education tasks. Users can log into MedHub using their CougarNet username.
Application that enables students to learn, retain, apply and study medicine from anywhere with video lectures integrated into a powerful question bank. Users can log into Lecturio, after receiving an invitation email to set up a password.
Students will participate in polling and other activities via the mobile app, which is an easy-to-use engagement and assessment tool. Read more information about PointSolutions.
A workspace for real-time collaboration and communication, meetings, file and app sharing, and more. Read more about Microsoft Teams.
An online resource for medical students and educators that makes complex concepts easy to understand, B&B can be used to supplement curriculum and is useful for CBSE and USMLE exam prep. Users can log into B&B using their UH credentials.
Aquifer is an application that helps students build clinical reasoning skills and supplements clinical experiences through evidence-based, peer-reviewed and continuously updated courses and virtual patient cases.
I-Human Patients by Kaplan is a virtual clinical simulation software that provides a measured approach for learning how to accurately and effectively --- diagnose patients. It is a cloud-based and highly interactive application designed to help students master diagnostic-reasoning and to solve globally for misdiagnosis.
Fertitta Family College of Medicine utilizes Canvas to support teaching and learning, providing students with course information and content. Users can log into Canvas using their CougarNet username.
UWorld Medical provides Fertitta Family College of Medicine students and faculty with an exam-like software and educator resources to aid students in mastering concepts. Access is provided by email invitation primarily to students preparing for exams.
As part of the Microsoft 365 suite, Copilot provides students, faculty and staff an AI tool to assist with tasks and organize data. (Note: Entry of University of Houston security Level 1 and 2 data into Copilot is prohibited.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS
General Education Technology Questions
What are the computer recommendations for Fertitta Family College of Medicine?
Am I able to complete my coursework on an iPad?
In some cases, there may be tasks that can be completed using iPads and similar devices, you will NOT be able to complete exams with an Android tablet, Chromebook, notebook or iPad.
Which web browser should I use for my coursework?
It is recommended that students use Google Chrome for tasks in the Canvas and MedHub learning-management systems. Other browsers may be appropriate for tasks outside of that system.
What are the education technology support hours?
Education technology support is available during the university’s business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
How do I contact education technology support at the Fertitta Family College of Medicine?
MedHub FAQs
How do I log into MedHub?
Users can log into MedHub using their CougarNet username.
Is MedHub available from home?
Yes. MedHub is available from any location. It does not require VPN or campus access.
Am I able to complete my coursework on an iPad?
In some cases, there may be tasks that can be completed using iPads and similar devices, you will NOT be able to complete exams with an Android tablet, Chromebook, notebook or iPad.
How do I access my courses in MedHub?
After signing into MedHub, use the dropdown menu to select your courses.
I don’t see my course in MedHub. How do I get access?
If a course is missing from your view, Contact us regarding MedHub access via email.
Is there a mobile app for MedHub?
There is no mobile app available for the Fertitta Family College of Medicine at this time.
Lecturio FAQs
What is Lecturio?
Lecturio is an application that helps students learn, retain, apply and study medicine, from anywhere, with video lectures, by award-winning professors, integrated in a powerful question bank.
How do I log into Lecturio?
Users can log into Lecturio with their @central.uh.edu address (faculty) or their @uh.edu address (students). Please keep in mind that login credentials for this site are independent of UH logins and passwords, so you’ll need to keep up with the password that you create for this site.
Is there a mobile app for Lecturio?
Yes. Custom mobile apps have been created for the Fertitta Family College of Medicine and they can be found in the Apple App store or the Google Play store.
I don’t have access to Lecturio. How do I get access?
TurningPoint FAQs
How do I access TurningPoint?
- Read information on accessing TurningPoint for Faculty.
- Read information on accessing TurningPoint for Students.
Is there a TurningPoint mobile app?
Read information about the TurningPoint mobile app.
Microsoft Teams FAQs
What is Microsoft Teams?
Read more information about Microsoft Teams.
Who can use Microsoft Teams?
University faculty, staff and students can use Microsoft Teams.
How do I start using Microsoft Teams?
Any actively enrolled student or currently employed staff or faculty member can create their own Teams. To get started:
- Download Teams for your desktop, iOS or Android, or just use Teams on the web.
- Sign in with your CougarNet ID and password (make sure to append @cougarnet.uh.edu after your username).
Where can I find training resources for Microsoft Teams?
Boards and Beyond FAQs
What is Boards and Beyond?
An online resource for medical students and educators with instructional media and USMLE-style questions. Faculty can use B&B to supplement curriculum and students find it useful for CBSE and USMLE exam preparation.
How do I access Boards and Beyond?
B&B is available to students and faculty at TJFFCOM. To receive an access code and register, please contact Educational Technology at comedtec@cougarnet.uh.edu.
Aquifer FAQs
What is Aquifer?
Aquifer is a safe space to practice clinical decisions with deep evidence-based articles, videos, learning modules and formative assessment. It offers comprehensive coverage of national curriculum standards and authentic clinical contexts.
How do I access Aquifer?
Aquifer is available to students and faculty at TJFFCOM. To gain access, please contact Educational Technology at comedtec@cougarnet.uh.edu.
Educational Technology Support
Support Hours
Education Technology Support
8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday - Friday
Email: comedtec@cougarnet.uh.edu
Student Resources
The Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine Student Resources page provides the latest announcements and information on academic support, learning communities, the student handbook and other useful resources to help you on your journey.
Teaching Resources
The Office of Medical Education has created an online resource offering instructional methods and training for Learning Management Systems. We will regularly add new modules to support course design and implementation.