FAQ (Frequently-Asked Questions)
==> How Do I Purchase a Headset Mic or Webcam?
==> How Do I Edit My Profile?
To edit your profile --
1. Click on "Profile" in the Administration block
2. Click on the "Edit Profile" tab
3. Describe yourself in the text window
4. Upload a pic
5. Make any other adjustments
6. Click on "Update Profile" at the bottom
==> How Do I Clear My Computer's Cache (so that I'm certain I'm seeing the course materials correctly)?
Each time you visit the course website, it is a good idea to clear your Internet browser cache. If you are using Internet Explorer, click on Ctrl + Shift + Delete, and then and hit "Delete" or "Clear Now." Then click on the reload/refresh button in your browser.
==> The time stamp on forum messages looks incorrect. What gives?
The school's default timezone is set at UTC-4 which is Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Each student has the choice in their Profile area to select their own timezone according to where they live.
To adjust your personal Profile: Edit Profile => Show Advanced => Time Zone => America/New York => Update Profile.
==> How Do I Purchase a Computer Suitable for Online Learning?
Here are three, inexpensive and suitable computer set-ups:
- Wal Mart 15" Laptops at $430
- Costco 15" Laptops at $470
- Wal Mart laptop with built in webcam and microphone for $498
==> How Do I Purchase a Headset Mic or Webcam?
==> How Do I Navigate A Course Website?
Navigating (moving from page to page) in an online course is conducted in two primary ways:
- By clicking on the various course elements on the main page (Video, Activity, Text, etc.)
- By clicking on the "bread crumbs" at the top of the page (e.g., School Home Page / ► Sharing / ► Resources )
==> How Do I Edit My Profile?
To edit your profile --
1. Click on "Profile" in the Administration block
2. Click on the "Edit Profile" tab
3. Describe yourself in the text window
4. Upload a pic
5. Make any other adjustments
6. Click on "Update Profile" at the bottom
==> How Do I Clear My Computer's Cache (so that I'm certain I'm seeing the course materials correctly)?
Each time you visit the course website, it is a good idea to clear your Internet browser cache. If you are using Internet Explorer, click on Ctrl + Shift + Delete, and then and hit "Delete" or "Clear Now." Then click on the reload/refresh button in your browser.
==> The time stamp on forum messages looks incorrect. What gives?
The school's default timezone is set at UTC-4 which is Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Each student has the choice in their Profile area to select their own timezone according to where they live.
To adjust your personal Profile: Edit Profile => Show Advanced => Time Zone => America/New York => Update Profile.
Last modified: Monday, 21 September 2009, 08:28 PM