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Training Resources for New Connect Users

Welcome! The resources on this page will walk you through how to set up your course, create assignments and exams, get your students registered, and much more. If you prefer live support, click the button below and answer a few simple questions to schedule a personal 1:1 meeting with our Implementation Team. 

A Few Tips Before You Begin

  • Visit the Connect product page to learn about all the tools available within Connect.
  • Log in and access your Connect account at connect.mheducation.com. Here you’ll find your Connect course, including access to the eBook, and instructor resources.
  • Make sure your browser is up to date by taking the system requirements test.
  • Stay in the know with Connect Platform Status Updates. Visit and bookmark status.mheducation.com to see the latest service updates, view scheduled maintenance, and subscribe to receive email notifications. 
  • Visit the McGraw Hill blog for the latest articles on educational technology, curriculum ideas, and student insights. 
  

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A laptop with textbook resources and a tablet with the ReadAnywhere App. A laptop with textbook resources and a tablet with the ReadAnywhere App. A laptop with textbook resources and a tablet with the ReadAnywhere App. A laptop with textbook resources and a tablet with the ReadAnywhere App.

UNIT 1

Set Up Your Course

Connect Instructor BasicsLearn how to create a new course, navigate the homepage, and access instructor resources inside Connect.

Get Instructions to Learn Connect Basics (PDF)

Getting Started with a Prebuilt OLC-Aligned CourseLearn how to customize the OLC-Aligned course in your Connect library, to get up and running quickly.

Class Start ReadinessEnsure your course is set up for success within Connect and your Learning Management System.

Copying and SharingFollow these easy steps to copy and share your sections with another instructor.

Get Instructions on Copying and Sharing (PDF)

UNIT 2

Access Instructor Tools and Course Resources

Getting Help with ConnectNeed technical support for Connect? Our digital support team is here to help.

Get Instructions on Getting Connect Help (PDF)

Accessing Instructor ResourcesLearn how to access your instructor resources in a few easy steps.

Get Instructions on Accessing Instructor Resources (PDF)

Managing Your RosterLearn how to locate, access, and manage your roster.

Get Instructions on Managing Your Roster (PDF)

UNIT 3

Build Assignments & Exams

Building Assignments (Policy Settings)Learn how to create policy settings, including due dates, late submissions, and assignment categories.

Get Instructions on Building Your Assignments with Policy Settings (PDF)

Building Assignments (Question Banks)Learn how to build your assignments in Connect using the question bank.

Get Instructions on Building Your Assignments with Question Banks (PDF)

Building Assignments with User Guides View these detailed user guides for Connect tools and assignments. 

Access User Guides

Managing Due Dates Learn how to manage assignment due dates within Connect.

Managing ExtensionsLearn how to manage assignment due date extensions.

Proctorio Settings ChecklistUse this checklist to determine which options to use in your proctored assignments.

Get Proctorio Settings Checklist (PDF)

Proctorio Syllabus DescriptionEasily copy and paste details into your syllabus about Proctorio assignments, system requirements, and more.

Get Proctoring Syllabus Language (PDF)

Assigning SmartBook 2.0Discover how to create assignments using SmartBook 2.0.

Test Builder GuideLearn how to use Test Builder to build a customized exam.

Get Test Builder User Guide (PDF)

UNIT 4

Sync with Your Learning Management System (LMS)

Sync Connect with your LMSOnce your Connect course is set up, link it to your LMS. 

Select your LMS and Watch the How-to Video

UNIT 5

Register Students in Connect

Register Students in ConnectOn the first day of class, limit student registration questions by sharing these resources. 

Select your LMS and Share Student Registration Materials

UNIT 6

Get Class Insights with Connect Reports

Connect Report BasicsLearn the basics of assignment results, student performance, and at-risk reports.

Get Connect Report Basics (PDF)

SmartBook 2.0 ReportsLearn how to use SmartBook 2.0 reports to understand your course data.

Get Guide to SmartBook 2.0 (PDF)

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