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Course Prep and Readiness
Welcome to the webpage built to help you prep for your course. Whether you have a few weeks, a couple days, or as little as 24 hours, we have you covered.
Get Started
Novice or pro – this is the place for Connect help. So whether you need help creating or modifying a course, you’ve come to the right spot. If you’re strapped for time, we have that covered too – check out the Last-Minute Prep tab.
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Connect Get Started Kit
Set yourself up for success and download the Connect Get Started Kit. It’s jam-packed with tools, tips, and real-world advice. With a click of the mouse, you can download awesome resources like:
- Connect Syllabus Guide
- Connect 7 Steps to Kick Start
- Connect Quick Start Guide
- Connect Course Readiness Checklist
- Connect Which SmartBook do I have
- Connect Student Access Code FAQ
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Connect Tablet App Guide for Students
How-To Videos and Resources
Copying and Sharing Your Section to Another Instructor
Remote Proctoring & Browser Locking Powered by Proctorio
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Instructor Course prep kit
- Course Coordinator: Welcome Instructor Email Template
- Course Coordinator: Course and School Information for Adjuncts Template
- Email Etiquette Guide for Students
- How to check digital product sign-ups Guide
- Email templates
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Assignments
Become a pro at using Connect assignments so you can ensure your students are getting the most out of your class.
How-To Videos and Resources
Build Your Assignments Part 1 (creating assignments)
Connect Reports
Discover how and when you should use Connect reports to get actionable insight into class and student performance.
How-To Videos and Resources
SmartBook
Harness the power of Connect’s personalized learning tool by learning how to effectively use SmartBook or the new SmartBook 2.0 for your class!
How-To Videos and Resources
LMS Pairing
Once you’re done building your course in Connect, you’ll want to pair it with your Learning Management System (LMS). Select your LMS below to get instructions on how to do this quickly and easily.
Blackboard
Canvas
D2L Brightspace
Moodle
Last-Minute Prep
Have you just been assigned a course with no time to prepare? Take a deep breath, then exhale. We’ve already done all the work for you! Check out these handpicked resources that will get you up and running quickly.
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The 24 hr. Connect Prep Kit
It’s the most straightforward, get-ready-quick kit. With a single download you’ll get all the resources you need to be ready for class in 24hrs.
- Connect Syllabus Guide
- Connect Course Readiness Checklist
- Connect Student Access Code FAQ
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Connect Tablet App Guide for Students
Essential Videos:
24 Hr Connect Prep
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The 1-Week Connect Prep Kit
Have more than 24 hours to prepare, but not by much? The Get Connect Ready in 1-Week Kit is for you. It contains a more comprehensive list of resources to get you set up quick.
- Connect Syllabus Guide
- Connect 7 Steps to Kick Start
- Connect Course Readiness Checklist
- Connect Student Access Code FAQ
Download Now
Essential Videos:
1-Week Connect Prep
Build Your Assignments Part 1 (creating assignments)
Getting Started Shouldn’t Feel Like a Chore.
We’re here to get you up and running quickly. Whether it’s your LMS integration, assignment configuration, or copying your course, we’re here for you.