iLearn has just been upgraded
iLearn, our learning management system, was upgraded to a new version on 1st July providing enhancements for students and staff. While key functions remain the same, you will notice a refreshed look and feel with some usability improvements.
We recently posted in TECHE about the customisable dashboard and improved navigation and icons in this post and highlighted other enhancements to Gradebook and Question Bank in this post.
Accessing Gradebook
You’ll notice that the way you access Gradebook has changed. Don’t worry, it still has all the same functionality, you just access it a different way. The drop down below has instructions and screenshots.
Find your way to Gradebook in the new iLearn interface
Follow these steps to navigate to Gradebook.
- Navigate to the Grader Report to view students grades by clicking on Grades at the top of the page.
2. Click on the dropdown list next to Grader Report to navigate to the different functionalities of the Gradebook, such as Gradebook setup, Unit grade settings, Preferences: Grader report, Import and Export.
Gradebook Quick Guides
You can visit the Gradebook Quick Guide page for step-by-step instructions on using all the functions within iLearn.
iLearn user guides have been updated
All the User guides where there have been significant changes following the iLearn upgrade have been updated so you can be sure to get the most up to date information and instructions on accessing all the features (new and old) in iLearn.
Updated user guides are now available for Gradebook, Unit Setup and all the Student Guides.
Access the complete list of all iLearn User Guides covering all of the functions in iLearn.
Get some training for iLearn (and other key MQ learning technologies)
Training is available not just for iLearn, but other key learning technologies too – Gradebook, Turnitin, Echo360 and more. We offer facilitated training as well as self-paced modules (that are designed for you to work at your own pace, and at a time and place convenient for you).
Visit TECHE Events to view and register for all currently available workshops and modules.
The drop downs below outline all the currently available training for iLearn and MQ learning technologies.
Facilitated Workshops
iLearn Basics
A hands-on introduction to using iLearn.
Teaching in iLearn for Tutors
This workshop is designed for Tutors or Teaching Assistants who will be teaching with iLearn.
Feedback Studio and Rubrics
This workshop provides a hands-on opportunity to learn how to set up and use the features in Feedback Studio and Rubrics to provide feedback to students.
Gradebook
Learn how to use the functions in Gradebook in iLearn to view, add, edit, auto-calculate weightings, release and export grades as well as view student information.
View the dates and times for all facilitated workshops on the TECHE Events page where you can also register.
Online self-paced modules (access anytime)
iLearn Basics for Unit Convenors
The iLearn Basics for Unit Convenors training unit is an online module built within the iLearn platform that provides an introduction to the basic features of iLearn. It will take around 75 minutes to complete.
Teaching and Grading in iLearn for Tutors
The Teaching and Grading in iLearn for Tutors training unit is an online module that provides an introduction for Tutors on the features you will use in iLearn. It will take around 60 minutes to complete.
iLearn Gradebook
The iLearn Gradebook training unit is an online module that provides training on the features and functionality of the iLearn Gradebook. It will take around 60 minutes to complete.
Echo360 Universal Capture
The Echo360 Universal Capture self-paced module provides an overview of the Echo360 software and how you can integrate it into your teaching, and steps you through how to create and upload videos. It will take around 35 minutes to complete.
Turnitin: Feedback Studio
The Turnitin Feedback Studio self-paced module provides an overview of the Feedback Studio software and how to integrate this technology in your teaching. It will take around 45 minutes to complete.
Turnitin: Rubrics
The Turnitin Rubrics self-paced module provides an overview of the rubrics and how to integrate this technology in your teaching. It will take around 30 minutes to complete.
All of these self-paced, access anytime modules are accessible on the TECHE Events page where you can register.
Customised Faculty support for iLearn
Here’s how you can get support for iLearn targeted to your faculty requirements.
Faculty of Arts
When
Session 2: Drop-in Clinic Hours
We are available Monday through Friday, from July 10th to July 28th, between 10am and 1pm.
Where
Go to the open plan area outside the Learning Design and Production office, room B151, Level 1 25B Wally’s Walk. Zoom consults are available by appointment. Email artslandt@mq.edu.au
Where to get help outside of these hours
For general iLearn help submit a OneHelp ticket. For project help and learning design advice email artslandt@mq.edu.au
For further information visit the Arts Learning and Teaching Hub https://lt.arts.mq.edu.au/
Regular Arts drop-in support (outside of S2 clinic hours above)
- Tuesday 1pm-3pm
- Wednesday 10am-12pm
- Friday 10am-12pm
Faculty of Science and Engineering
When
Monday 10th to Friday 28th of July. Nine sessions in total.
- Monday 11am – 12pm
- Wednesday 2pm – 3pm
- Friday 11am – 12pm
Where
Click the link to register and join the Zoom during opening hours
Where to get help outside of these hours
As always, our people can reach us and requests support by logging a ticket to ilearn.help@mq.edu.au. The ticket will be triaged and sent to FSE for us to action ASAP.
For more information, visit the FSE SharePoint page.
Macquarie Business School
When
Monday 10th to Friday 28th of July. Nine sessions in total.
- Monday 11am – 12pm
- Wednesday 2pm – 3pm
- Friday 11am – 12pm
Where
Find times and Zoom link here.
Where to get help outside of these hours
Outside those hours, please email requests to ilearn.help@mq.edu.au or mqbs-lnt@mq.edu.au to receive support either remotely via email or to organise a one-on-one catch-up with an MQBS Learning Designer.
Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences
There are two ways to request support from the FMHHS Learning Design team:
- Raise a ticket
Email fmhhs.ldt@mq.edu.au to generate a service ticket assigned directly to the Learning Design team.
2. Schedule a 1:1 online meeting
If you would prefer to talk to someone, click here to make a booking. This form auto-generates an Outlook calendar event via Teams. It allows you to choose a time that suits you.
Other resources available
Visit our FMHHS SharePoint site, for guides, resources and news about the iLearn upgrade.
Questions?
If you have any questions about the iLearn upgrade or using iLearn, feel free to reach out to the iLearn Help Team at ilearn.help@mq.edu.au
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