1. Module 1 – Introduction to myclasses

2. 2 myclasses is a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) which enables teachers to - find - assemble - schedule - use online resources to facilitate online learning effectively and easily. Overview myclasses

3. 3 Overview myclasses In this module you will learn about: – Components of the Class Foyer and Class Pages – Navigating around myclasses – Creating a Class Page – Viewing a Class Page – Class Manager

4. 4 Class Foyer myclasses The Class Foyer is the entry point for all users of myclasses. The Class Foyer consists of: A welcome banner with links to information about the user’s privileges; A list of all of the user’s classes; Access to a set of Flash tutorials to provide an easy method of learning about the various elements of myclasses; A navigation bar; A side tool bar giving access to a variety of tools.

5. 5 Class Foyer myclasses Side tool bar Class summary myclasses tutorials Navigation bar Welcome banner

6. 6 Class Foyer myclasses The Welcome banner contains links to information about myclasses.

7. 7 Class Foyer myclasses The navigation tabs at the top of the page allow users to access all of their myinternet tools; school website mydesktop myclasses mymail SINA® Administration if you are the administrator

8. 8 Class Foyer myclasses Teacher Menu Student Menu The side tool bar allows the user to access and utilise tools supporting the use of myclasses.

9. 9 Class Foyer myclasses Student Menu Teacher Menu

10. 10 Class Foyer The subjects/year levels chosen in the Profile will appear as defaults within the Search Resources options.

11. 11 Class Foyer myclasses Teacher Class Summary- All Classes the teacher has created. Student Class Summary- Classes of which the student is a member.

12. 12 Class Foyer myclasses The Tutorials Property on the right-hand side of the Class Foyer contains links to animated help modules on various topics to help teachers get the most out of myclasses.

13. 13 Class Pages myclasses Create a new Class Page via the Side Tool bar….. …or the Class Summary Property in the Class Foyer.

14. 14 Creating a Class Page myclasses

15. 15 Creating a Class Page myclasses

16. 16 Creating a Class Page myclasses Properties appear differently within the Class Page for teachers and students, as illustrated in this example: Teacher, or Manage view Student view

17. 17 Creating a Class Page myclasses E-Learning Folios Property -comprises online resources for a lesson.

18. 18 Creating a Class Page myclasses Class Files Property – A repository of relevant files and resources made available to your class.

19. 19 Creating a Class Page myclasses Class Calendar Property -enables you to view and schedule events for your class in a calendar format.

20. 20 Creating a Class Page myclasses Class Journal - Provides a Journal Property for students to record journal entries. Shared JournalPrivate Journal

21. 21 Creating a Class Page myclasses Class Notice Board – Provides a place to post messages to your class.

22. 22 Creating a Class Page myclasses Class Image Property – Can be used to display photos or work on the Class Page.

23. 23 Creating a Class Page myclasses Text and Images Property- The Text and Images Property can contain text, images or hyperlinks relevant to your class.

24. 24 Creating a Class Page myclasses Add Class Members and Maintainers

25. 25 Creating a Class Page myclasses Adding members by uploading a file: Select file and click upload……and click Add. The names now appear in the Current Students list.

26. 26 Creating a Class Page myclasses Adding members by searching for users: Select group and sorting option… …highlight names and click Add. The names now appear in the Current Students list.

27. 27 Creating a Class Page myclasses Adding maintainers: Select maintainers from the list… …and click Add. The names now appear in the Current Maintainers list.

28. 28 Viewing a Class Page myclasses Teacher View of the Class Page

29. 29 Viewing a Class Page myclasses Student View of the Class Page

30. 30 Class Manager myclasses