LESSON # 2

1. SUBJECT: Course Layout

2. OBJECTIVES: Describe contents of different areas in the course management system.

3. ACTIVITIES:

A. Areas within WebCT:

Meet the Instructor- provides an overview about the person teaching the course.
Introduction/Syllabus- important information about the course including:

Course Information Instructor Information Course Description Course Goals Learning Objectives Course Materials Technology Tools

Help with Coursework Instructor Guidelines Student Responsibilities Policies/ Academic Honesty Assignment Details Evaluation and Grading

Assignment/Planning Schedule- list of all assignments and due dates, (self instructional courses use this tool as a planning schedule.)

Note: The following WebCT areas can not be linked use the navigation bar or homepage icons to access.

Content- links to lessons, assignments, quizzes and other requirements
Quizzes/Tests/Surveys: Online quizzes, tests and surveys
My Grades- location of grades for course

Discussion/Bulletin Board- threaded discussion area where you can participate in class discussions, interact with peers and instructor.
Chat Area- Real time chat area for participation and discussion.
Whiteboard- Real time drawing board for demonstrating concepts graphically.

How To- helpful tips on how to attach assignments, use WebCT, etc.
Compile/Print- allows you to print assignments
Search- allows you to search the course.

Instructor may not utilize all areas/tools within WebCT

4. ASSIGNMENT #2:

View the different areas in this course.

 

Created by Julie Cottin