Semester Start Checklist
Frequently Asked...
When will I see my new shell? Empty course shells are generated as soon as the schedule is finalized. They will appear automatically on your dashboard. At that point you can create content and/or copy material in from another course.
When will I see students in my course shell? As soon as they register. iLearn syncs with Banner.
Semester Start Checklist
Essential:
- Do any cross-listing (or ask us to do it)
- Make sure your course content is accessible.
- Verify all unused assignments (especially copied content) are un-published .
- Add your syllabus. Hint: you can use the syllabus tool, or upload your pdf or doc version.
- Simplify course navigation. Use a "Page" to contextualize and embed content like media and links.
- Verify students in the People link.
- Publish course and content.
- Review course in student view. Check visibility of individual items and Modules as a whole.
Best Practices:
- Don’t forget to send a welcome letter out to your students with clear instructions on when your course starts and how to find it.
- Set a profile picture.
- Review your notifications preferences, to make sure you're getting the email alerts you desire.
- Set up grades. Verify the gradebook is arranged according to your grading policy and syllabus.
- Check your course start date. If you don't want to use the default semester start date, you can change it in the "Settings".
More F.A.Q.'s
When is my iLearn course visible to students?
First, you must publish the course for it to be visible. Students can't see your course unless you publish it.
Second, your course availibility must be accurately set for students to be able to view the course in your course settings.
You can give students early access by going into your course's settings page and setting your own dates. These will override our default dates for the semester. Note: students will be able to see anything that has been published. Use "Student View" to see what they can see.