myCourses Resources: Students

Getting Started with myCourses  
Getting Started in myCourses Student Guide(pdf)  
Getting Help  
myCourses Tools Information and Tutorials
Help with Downloading Files  
myCourses FAQ's 
Wimba Live Classroom  
Using Clickers

Student Resources

myCourses Resources

Login Information
How to Login, Usernames, Passwords, Change Password

Browser Settings (highly recommended)
Using the "Check Browser" link within myCourses

Browser Tune-up
Blackboard Vista 8.0 browser tune-up information

Supported Browsers
List of supported browsers and download links

Technical Requirements
Listing of basic computer skills, computer and internet requirements

Plug ins
Listing of file types and plug-ins

Java
Step-by-step instructions for installing java

Troubleshooting Tips
Tips on pop up blockers and spyware issues, downloading files, and security settings

Getting Started in myCourses Student Guide (pdf)
Download the PDF myCourses student guide here

 

Other Helpful Resources

Wimba Live Classroom Information
How to participate, communicate and interact in a Wimba Live Classroom

iClickers
How to use, tips, and FAQ’s

myUMD

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for students, staff, & faculty

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