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{{dc|S}}{{start|ee your syllabus for specifics}} about using the forum for your class. As of spring 2025, some classes will still use [[January 15, 2025|Packback]], but this semester will begin the switch to Discourse, the new forum software. | {{dc|S}}{{start|ee your syllabus for specifics}} about using the forum for your class. As of spring 2025, some classes will still use [[January 15, 2025|Packback]], but this semester will begin the switch to Discourse, the new forum software. | ||
[[File:Discourse-intro.png|thumb|'''Fig. 1''': When you first login.]] | [[File:Discourse-intro.png|thumb|'''Fig. 1''': When you first login.]] | ||
When you initially sign up, you may use your MGA email address or another if you’d prefer.<ref>If you use another, your name should be clear.</ref> | When you initially sign up, you may use your MGA email address or another if you’d prefer.<ref>If you use another, your name should be clear.</ref> Be sure you choose the correct class and semester, so I can identify you. | ||
{{A note}} Only three accounts can be made at a time on campus. If you get an error about your IP address, just try again when you are off-campus. | {{A note}} Only three accounts can be made at a time on campus. If you get an error about your IP address, just try again when you are off-campus. | ||
When you confirm and activate your account, I must approve it, which I will do as soon as possible. This is to keep our community private and safe. Once approved, you will receive an email notification.<ref>If you do not receive an email, check your spam folder. Let me know if you have any difficulties here. Do not wait too long.</ref> You might follow and read the links it contains before logging in. | When you confirm and activate your account, I must approve it, which I will do as soon as possible. This is to keep our community private and safe. Once approved, you will receive an email notification.<ref>If you do not receive an email, check your spam folder. Let me know if you have any difficulties here. Do not wait too long.</ref> You might follow and read the links it contains before logging in. | ||
{{A note}} Please use a computer for your initial login. We have had some password issues if folks log in via their phones first. Do your initial account setup only on a computer, please. | {{A note}} Please use a computer for your initial login. We have had some password issues if folks log in via their phones first. Do your initial account setup only on a computer, please. | ||
[[File:Discourse-prefs.png|thumb|'''Fig. 2''': Fill out your profile.]] | [[File:Discourse-prefs.png|thumb|'''Fig. 2''': Fill out your profile.]] | ||
When you login, follow the prompts (see '''Fig. 1''') for a 10-minute introduction by <code>@discobot</code> | When you login, follow the prompts (see '''Fig. 1''') for a 10-minute introduction by <code>@discobot</code> about how the forum software works. This tutorial is important and fun, so please take your time and pay attention. You might even get some prizes! | ||
{{A note}} You might also want to have a look at “[https://meta.discourse.org/t/understanding-discourse-for-new-users/96331 Understanding Discourse For New Users].” | {{A note}} You might also want to have a look at “[https://meta.discourse.org/t/understanding-discourse-for-new-users/96331 Understanding Discourse For New Users].” | ||
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Once you finish it, select your <code>Preferences</code> to '''upload a photo''' and fill out your '''profile''' (see '''Fig. 2''').<ref>This is part of your participation and engagement with the forum. Blank profiles and/or no photo will cost you in evaluation.</ref> You might consider allowing your browser to give you notifications about posts that are relevant to you. You can manage these under <code>Notifications</code>. | Once you finish it, select your <code>Preferences</code> to '''upload a photo''' and fill out your '''profile''' (see '''Fig. 2''').<ref>This is part of your participation and engagement with the forum. Blank profiles and/or no photo will cost you in evaluation.</ref> You might consider allowing your browser to give you notifications about posts that are relevant to you. You can manage these under <code>Notifications</code>. | ||
Each class will have a specific [https://forum.grlucas.net/categories category] under which they will post their discussions, like [https://forum.grlucas.net/c/world-literature/6 World Literature] or [https://forum.grlucas.net/c/writdm/5 Writing for Digital Media]. Please see your syllabus for further instructions about what, how,<ref>You might see “[ | Each class will have a specific [https://forum.grlucas.net/categories category] under which they will post their discussions, like [https://forum.grlucas.net/c/world-literature/6 World Literature] or [https://forum.grlucas.net/c/writdm/5 Writing for Digital Media]. Please see your syllabus for further instructions about what, how,<ref>You might see “[https://forum.grlucas.net/t/writing-standards-faq/11/2 Writing Standards FAQ]” for some guidance about how to post on the forum.</ref> and when to post. | ||
Before posting, please read [ | Before posting, please read [https://forum.grlucas.net/t/writing-standards-faq/11/2 Writing Standards FAQ] for an overview about how to write on the forum.<ref>Congratulations for reading this page. For extra credit anytime during the semester, send me a personal message via the forum with a photo of the cover of your favorite band’s best album. Tell me why I should listen to it.</ref> | ||
Access the forum @ [https://forum.grlucas.net/ <code>https://forum.grlucas.net/</code>] | Access the forum @ [https://forum.grlucas.net/ <code>https://forum.grlucas.net/</code>] |
Revision as of 10:20, 19 January 2025
Welcome to the new student forum.
See your syllabus for specifics about using the forum for your class. As of spring 2025, some classes will still use Packback, but this semester will begin the switch to Discourse, the new forum software.
When you initially sign up, you may use your MGA email address or another if you’d prefer.[1] Be sure you choose the correct class and semester, so I can identify you.
note: Only three accounts can be made at a time on campus. If you get an error about your IP address, just try again when you are off-campus.
When you confirm and activate your account, I must approve it, which I will do as soon as possible. This is to keep our community private and safe. Once approved, you will receive an email notification.[2] You might follow and read the links it contains before logging in.
note: Please use a computer for your initial login. We have had some password issues if folks log in via their phones first. Do your initial account setup only on a computer, please.
When you login, follow the prompts (see Fig. 1) for a 10-minute introduction by @discobot
about how the forum software works. This tutorial is important and fun, so please take your time and pay attention. You might even get some prizes!
note: You might also want to have a look at “Understanding Discourse For New Users.”
Once you finish it, select your Preferences
to upload a photo and fill out your profile (see Fig. 2).[3] You might consider allowing your browser to give you notifications about posts that are relevant to you. You can manage these under Notifications
.
Each class will have a specific category under which they will post their discussions, like World Literature or Writing for Digital Media. Please see your syllabus for further instructions about what, how,[4] and when to post.
Before posting, please read Writing Standards FAQ for an overview about how to write on the forum.[5]
Access the forum @ https://forum.grlucas.net/
notes
- ↑ If you use another, your name should be clear.
- ↑ If you do not receive an email, check your spam folder. Let me know if you have any difficulties here. Do not wait too long.
- ↑ This is part of your participation and engagement with the forum. Blank profiles and/or no photo will cost you in evaluation.
- ↑ You might see “Writing Standards FAQ” for some guidance about how to post on the forum.
- ↑ Congratulations for reading this page. For extra credit anytime during the semester, send me a personal message via the forum with a photo of the cover of your favorite band’s best album. Tell me why I should listen to it.
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