Clicking to learn | Centra plug-in for Microsoft Outlook

Clicking to learn

CIT recently acquired a Classroom Response System from eInstruction.

This system consists of a radio frequency receiver connected to a computer via USB, a set of response units and the software which enables the interactive responses.

Questions can be prepared beforehand or on the spot. You can use the Classroom Response System in conjunction with PowerPoint and/or a wireless writing tablet. Results are displayed on screen instantly so that you can gauge the level of understanding. You can also set up quizzes to spice up lessons.

Mr. Foo Yuk Meng, Deputy Director, Career Services, NUS Business School, a pioneer user of the Classroom Response System found that it enhanced his information session:

“CPS transformed our MBA career services orientation into an interactive session. My students participated actively and provided instant feedback. For example, we asked the students what industries they would like to work at after graduation, and it instantly produced a chart to break down the responses graphically. I will definitely be using CPS again as the students enjoyed it, and it creates a new element of interactivity in our sessions.”

For further enquiries, please contact Mr .

Centra plug-in for Microsoft Outlook

We are now introducing a new service that will make scheduling eMeetings using Centra much easier for you.

This new service allows you to schedule, invite and conduct your online meetings from NUS’ email system – Microsoft Outlook. There is now no need to login to the Centra service at http://emeet.nus.edu.sg to schedule online meetings.

All you need to do is to install a plug-in to Microsoft Outlook.

The information below will show you how to access and install the Centra plug-in and how to schedule your online meeting within Microsoft Outlook.

A. Installing Centra Outlook Scheduler? [installation guide pdf]

1. Ensure that you have administrator access to the PC.
2. Close Microsoft Outlook and other running programmes.
3. Download Centra Outlook Scheduler
4. Double-click the downloaded file to install. Click through any security warnings.
5. Once installed, start Microsoft Outlook. You should see a Centra button on the toolbar.

B. Using Centra Outlook Scheduler? [user guide pdf]

1. Click the Centra button in Outlook. The first time you click the Centra button, you will be asked to input your Centra User ID and password. (This will only happen the first time you use the Centra Outlook Scheduler.)
2. You will see a Centra Event window. Fill in the appropriate fields in the Appointment tab.
3. Click the Centra tab and choose the desired options.
4. Click Send to schedule your online meeting.
5. The event is displayed on Outlook's Calendar. You can also view it from Centra Outlook Scheduler in the Scheduling tab.

If you have further queries on this new service, please feel free to email NUS IT Care at or Sharin at