Welcome to Online Orientation!Nursing & HOEC Courses

Janet Duffey RN, MS, APRN Professor of NursingPh. 707.259.8089

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Upon Completion of this Orientation, you should be able to:• Understand expectations of online course • Acquire knowledge of expectations for Online

courses in general• Understand difference between WebAdvisor and

Blackboard• Understand how to set up your computer to use the

Blackboard platform • Understand enough Blackboard basics to begin

course

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Upon Completion of this Orientation, you should be able to: (Continued)

• Familiarize yourself with the course materials and requirements

• Locate the Syllabus and Schedule of due dates• Understand how to communicate via E-mail and

the Discussion Board• Know how to submit Assignments with

attachments • Know how to access the Online Assessments

(Quizzes & Tests)• Avoid frustration • Be ready to learn on the first day of class!

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Blackboard Versus WebAdvisorWhat is the difference?

Blackboard WebAdvisor

Blackboard is the hosting platform for the college’s Online classes.

WebAdvisor is where you register for admission to the college and thereby enroll in classes.

NOTE: You will have different User names and

Passwords for both WebAdvisor and Blackboard.

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Before logging into your Online Class, you will need:• Your Student ID number- This can be found on your

registration receipt or in WebAdvisor.• Access to a PC or Mac computer with:

1. Microsoft Word 2003 or 20072. Internet Explorer 7 or later; Mozilla Firefox 3.0X or later;

Apple Safari 2 or later with Mac OS 10.4 or 10.53. Java 1.5.0 or later4. All pop-up blockers disabled

• Internet connection, ideally broadband DSL or Cable• Basic computer skills• Environment where you can focus on your school

work.

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Step 1: Open your Browser and type in the Napa Valley College Website Address athttp://www.napavalley.edu/

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Click on Online Education

Step 2: Click to Log In Here!

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Step 3: In the new window, click on Log In

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The first time you log into your Online class, run the Browser Check to verify that your system is properly setup.

Step 4: Run the Browser Check

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Step 5: Verify Browser Check Passes the Test…

You may get a red X next to one or more of the categories.

If you do, click the Step-by-Step link for guided instructions on how to make changes to your system.

If your system passes, congratulations and on to the next step!

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Step 6: Log in! Your User name was

created using the first two letters of your first name, followed by the first two letters of your last name, followed by the last four digits of your Napa Valley College student ID number (WebAdvisor number). 

For example, if your name is John Smith and your ID number is 2341343, your User name would be JOSM1343 (letters in all CAPS.  If you do not know your student ID number, check your registration receipt or log-in to WebAdvisor.

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Step 7: You’ve successfully logged in!

IMPORTANT! NOW CHANGE YOUR PASSWORD IMMEDIATELY! Be sure to change your password to something easy for you to remember, but hard for someone else to guess.

You can change your password in My Settings.

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Step 8: Click on Change Password

Once you’ve changed your Password, click Done to return to your class Home Page.

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Step 9: Accessing your course

To access your Online class, click the underlined title to enter the course.

For example, this user has three courses: ADMJ 120 or BUSI 100 or BUSI 105

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Congratulations! You’ve successfully logged into your

Online course and are ready to learn more about Online learning!

Problems? If you have questions, or need additional help, please contact NVC Information

Technology (IT) at 707.253.3114.

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Are you ready for Online Learning?

Check out the self-evaluation quizzes on the next slide to find out more!

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Self-Evaluation Resources for Potential Online Students Check out both Websites:http://www.napavalley.edu/projects/24/IsOnlineEdforYou.pdf• Click on the Readiness Quiz to answer the

questions.http://ion.uillinois.edu/resources/tutorials/pedagogy/selfeval.asp• Take this interactive survey to see if Online

Education fits your learning style.

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Role of Online Instructors• Online instructors have a rather different role in

than a traditional face to face classroom. They are no longer lecturers standing in the front of the classroom, they are in a virtual world.

• “Hybrid” courses combine online learning with traditional classroom and clinical intruction.

• “Instructors are no longer sages on the stage, but they become guides by your side”!

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Online Etiquette & Chat•Online courses are based on the premise

that students learn best in a community. Some things don’t change: the practices of courtesy and respect that apply in the ordinary classroom also apply Online and require even more attention.

•Therefore, please use common courtesy and socially acceptable behavior in all e-mail communications.

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Online-Class Etiquette Guidelines• Participate, share and be listen—create a sense of

community. • Be polite, respectful, and honest.• Do not type in UPPER CASE. This is considered

“shouting” on the Internet and is hard to read.• Don’t be inappropriate. Avoid “flaming” or sending

heated or abusive messages. Think BEFORE you decide to reply or not!

• Be clear! Help us to see you by explaining your ideas fully.

• Always enter a subject in e-mails to your instructor.

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Online-Class Etiquette Guidelines (Continued)• If sending large attachments, please inform the

recipient.• Be persistent—when stuck, e-mail or call for

assistance or help right a way.• There are no dumb questions—share tips, helps,

and questions.• Ask for feedback—agree to disagree if necessary.• Remember, e-mail is a permanent type of

document. It can be retrieved and shared by many persons.

• Think BEFORE you push the “Send” button.

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To Online or Not to Online!Words of Encouragement!

• Online classes are NOT easier than traditional classes.

• They require at least a much time as on-campus courses.

• Self-motivation; self-discipline; time management; communication and organizational skills; and patience are all necessary traits to be successful in any Online class.  

• Plan to fully participate and give this class the amount of time and attention needed to learn the material to be a successful Online student!

 

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Academic HonestyPlease abide by Napa Valley College’s Academic Honesty Policy (S6330 Napa Valley College 2008-2010 Course Catalog, p. 37).

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Congratulations! This Completes the Online Orientation part of class. Now, let’s move on to a few more tips on how to be successful

in navigating around the learning environment!

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Step 1: Go to the main Course Content Page•Click on EVERYTHING you see, including

all of the links on the left-hand side of your screen

•Open and read ALL of the course documents thoroughly!

•To achieve the course objectives, you will use the textbook, a computer, and Online resources on the Internet.

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Step 2: Click on the Assignments link on the left-hand side of your screen

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Step 3: Click on the Mail link on the left-hand side of your screen

 

NOTE: All e-mails between the students and your instructor must go through the BUSI 185 Website!

• To send a e-mail, click on the Mail link. • Click on Create Message, browse to Janet Duffey. To

select other classmates, be sure to click the “All” button before composing to see entire list of names. Click in the TO box to select the name(s).

• Click the Save button to confirm the name(s). • Key the message, and click Send. • Be sure to place a subject in the Subject box.• To attach files, click Add Attachments, browse to the file

you want to attach, select it, and click Open. • Once your are finished, click Send. That’s how easy it is!       

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Step 4: Click on both the Announcements & Discussions Links on the left-hand side of your screen• Announcements- Check at least twice

weekly for important announcements.• Discussion Board- Check the Discussion

Board weekly. Collaborative student learning is a great way of gaining information.

• The Discussion Board will be monitored to ensure it is used appropriately. Be certain that all posts pertain to this class only.

• To use the Discussion Board, click on the Discussion link, then Create Topic. Type your message and click Reply.

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Step 5: Click on both the Assignments & Assessments links on the left-hand side of your screen

• Assessments- All chapter quizzes and unit tests are located under the Assessments link. Use this link to take your quizzes and tests Online.

• Both the Syllabus also outline the specific assignment due dates.

•  IMPORTANT! Technical problems with your computer or passwords, etc. do not count as legitimate excuses for missing due dates.

• Have a back-up access plan for computer issues. Computers are available in the campus library, local library and internet cafes.

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Time Commitment• You will need to log on to the Website at least 3-4

times weekly to check for any important messages on the Home Page, Announcements, E-Mails, and to read and post discussions on the Discussion Board.

• Approximately six to eight hours per week of computer use is recommended for successful completion of course requirements.

• Discussion Threads are focused topics to facilitate questions and “muddiest points” for learning

• All assignments must be completed to satisfactorily complete the requirements of this course.

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What Next?Read the Syllabus AGAIN from start to finish…Why?

Understand the Course Objectives, Evaluation & Grading

• Contact information• Office Hours• Required textbooks &

other materials• Assignments &

Assessments• Clinical site information• Online lectures and note

pages

• Catalog Description• Course Objectives &

Student Learning Outcomes

• Evaluation & Grading Standards

• Grading Policy• Academic Honesty Policy

& Consequences of Academic Dishonesty

• Withdrawal Dates

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Good Luck with Your Online Learning

Adventure!

Adapted with permission from Prof. Julie Hall