1. This term you are required to purchase HistoryClass, an online course space for your history book by James A. Henretta, America’s History, Seventh Edition (©2011, Bedford/St. Martin’s) Welcome to HistoryClass http://www.yourhistoryclass.com

2. HistoryClass is a learning space that includes: The complete e-Book with highlighting, note-taking, and printing tools Primary documents Your own blog space Course assignments and tutorials Activities and study tools Threaded discussion forums http://www.yourhistoryclass.com

3. To get HistoryClass, you can: 1. Purchase access through your local bookstore via a printed access card: –Packaged with Henretta, America’s History, Seventh Ed. –Available Separately 2. Purchase access online at http://www.yourhistoryclass.com http://www.yourhistoryclass.com

4. Accessing HistoryClass If you purchased access through your bookstore (either via an access card on its own or packaged with your textbook): Alert! Do not throw away your access card until you’ve registered! 1.Go to the site address below. 2. Click on “Students Register Your Code.”

5. 3. Scroll down until you find America’s History, Seventh Edition. Choose the Volume listed on the Access Card (Volume 1 or 2, or Combined Edition). 4. Click on “Register Your Code.” http://www.yourhistoryclass.com Accessing HistoryClass continued… If you purchased access through your bookstore (either via an access card on its own or packaged with your textbook): Alert! Do not throw away your access card until you’ve registered!

6. 1. Enter: Your printed activation code Your first name and last name Your e-mail address (which will serve as your username) 2. Choose your password (for future visits). You will be asked to also provide a password hint. 3. Re-enter your e-mail address. Your account will be created and you will be able to access HistoryClass. http://www.yourhistoryclass.com Accessing HistoryClass continued…

7. 1.Click “Students Purchase Access Today” from the home page 2.Scroll down until you find America’s History, Seventh Ed. 3.Choose the correct Volume and click “Purchase Access” 4. Enter your school data Select the state where your institution is located Select your institution Select your course/instructor When purchasing HistoryClass online: Go to: http://www.yourhistoryclass.comhttp://www.yourhistoryclass.com

8. Purchasing HistoryClass online continued… 4. Enter: Your first name and last name Your e-mail address (which will serve as your HistoryClass username) 5. Choose your password (for future visits). You will be asked to also provide a password hint. 6. Re-enter your e-mail address. 5. You will then be taken to the PURCHASE page, where you will need to enter your payment information. 6. You will receive confirmation of your purchase and may now start using HistoryClass.

9. 1. Go to http://www.yourhistoryclass.com http://www.yourhistoryclass.com 2. Go to the “Find Your Class” tab and click on the correct volume for America’s History, Seventh Edition 3. Click on the “HistoryClass as a Student” link Want to try before you buy? http://www.yourhistoryclass.com

10. Whether you need technical help working with HistoryClass features, content, registration, refunds, or you simply forgot your username or password, contact Technical Support: (800) 936-6899 techsupport@bfwpub.com Need more help? Also consult the student FAQs & Quick Start Guide (under the Help Center tab on yourhistoryclass.com) for additional information!