1. How to create an account
2. How to enroll into a class and check devices
3. How to use classroom tools
4. How to make the online class more effective and engaging?- It is important to check devices before class to make sure the
webcam, microphone and headsets are all working. Once the class is
scheduled on the course website, there is a link for you to check
devices any time before class. Please do this since we won't have time
to deal with technical problems during class. If your webcam or
microphone is not working during class, in most cases, the student
should be still able to see and hear the teacher and other classmates,
and to communicate with them through the chat box. Attend the class in
that way instead of spending time on fixing the webcam or microphone
problems. Since the class is recorded, in the worst case or if you miss
the class for any reasons, you can always watch the recording to make up
the class.
- Wear headsets. This will eliminate echoing and allow the teacher
to turn on the video and sound for all students at the same time.
Otherwise, the teacher will need to turn them on one by one. Wearing
headsets will also help students stay more focused and engaged.
- When you check devices, please adjust the microphone level
according to the student. We have found that most students tend to speak
softly. Turn up the volume if that is that case. If the student tends
to speak loudly, it would be helpful to turn the volume down a little bit.
- Come to class on time to reduce the waiting time for the
class. We have also found that the online classes are more fun an
effective when there are 3 to 5 students in the group. We will lack the
group dynamics when the group is too small.
- Important! If you forget your usename or password, please do not just create a new account. That won't work. Actually, it is very easy for you to retrieve or reset your username or password by clicking the "Forgotten your username or password?" link at the log-in page.
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