1. E-Portfolio Faculty Training Seminar
Session IV Review: GROUPS + Teaching Applications with Groups
Presented by: Prof. Walter Valero
CTL ePortfolio Faculty Training Seminar – Session IV
April 29, 2011

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Review of Seminars …
Because of time constriants during Session III, the Groups hands-on training will be repeated during Session IV

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Session I …
Introduction to ePortfolios
Sample Student ePortfolios
Sample Faculty ePortfolios
Sample ePortfolio platforms
Epsilen ePortfolio account
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Session II …
QuickLinks
ePortfolio Theme
Folders; Sub-folders
Access Key
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Session III …
Groups
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Review of questions asked …
Because of time constriants during Session III, the Groups hands-on training will be repeated during Session IV

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Q&A
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Is it possible to download files in batch?  This question came from a faculty member who would like to download students' homework assignments in a dropbox, by one single click.
This request has come in previously and has been submitted to the R&D team for review but as of yet hasn’t made it to the production timeline. 

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After homework is past the due date, is it possible to lock the access from students (so that late submissions won't be allowed?)  ...does it work by making, say, a Drop Box not public any more?
Drop Boxes can be locked in the “Course module” but NOT in “Groups”

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Likewise, how does one lock down access to a file (e.g. a resume) past a given date, without deleting the file.
If you are still referring to course Drop Boxes then again if you lock the drop box that contains the file not only does it prevent students from uploading new files to the box but it also prevents them from editing existing files.

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Is it possible to upload MP3 files?  (Is there limitation on any file format?)
Possible to open and play MP3 files from someone else’s ePortfolio?
This file type is not restricted
If the file is shared you can download it but there is no built in audio player

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What is the file size limit on uploads?
In the course module, is it possible to export a course?
File upload limit is 50MB per upload
Not currently but Epsilen has plans to introduce additional flexibility for importing & exporting courses later this year

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Can one create a “Group” for alumni without them having to login? (i.e. without them having an Epsilen account?)
Yes, anyone with the URL to the Group page can visit it; however, they will not be able to contribute or interact with the Web page.

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Group Webpage
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REVIEW: Groups in Epsilen ePortfolio:
The Groups tool allows Epsilen members to share information and collaborate in a structured environment.
The Groups tool allows Epsilen members to share information and collaborate in a structured environment.
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REVIEW: Groups in Epsilen ePortfolio:
Being part of a Group allows you to work together with other Epsilen members on projects.
Being part of a Group allows you to work together with other Epsilen members on projects.
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REVIEW: Hands-on Training; basic set-up for Epsilen GROUPS
Because of time constriants during Session III, the Groups hands-on training will be repeated during Session IV

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How to create a “Group” & add an “announcement” in Epsilen.
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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How to Edit “Group Options”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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How to Edit “Group Website”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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ePortfolio in the Classroom
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How Epsilen GROUPS can enhance teaching and the classroom experience online …

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Review:
How to create a “Drop Box” within a “Group.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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Review:
How to create a “Forum” within a “Group.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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Review:
Using the “Calendar” function within “Groups.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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Review:
How “Group Calendars” affect the “My Portal Calendar”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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New:
How to use the “Take Notes” features within a “Group.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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New:
How to create a “Wiki” within a “Group.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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New:
How to facilitate “online Chat” within a “Group.”
Please refer to “Screencast Tutorials”
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Seminar IV – Homework
Due Date: Friday, 05/13/11

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Seminar IV - Homework:
If you haven’t done so already, please create at least one “Group” in your ePortfolio that relates to one of the courses you are currently teaching this semester
Create at least one “Group” in your ePortfolio that relates to one of the courses you are currently teaching this semester; use the course designation to name your “Group.”
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Seminar IV – Homework:
2. If you haven’t done so already, please create at least one custom “Drop Box” for your Group and add pertinent course material(s) to it
Create at least one custom “Drop Box” for your Group and add pertinent course material(s) to it.
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Seminar IV – Homework:
3. If you haven’t done so already, please post at least one event (actual or mock) on your “Group Calendar”
Post at least one event (actual or mock) on your “Group Calendar.”
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Seminar IV - Homework:
4. If you haven’t done so already, add at least one “Forum Discussion” to your “Group”
Add at least one “Forum Discussion” to your “Group.”
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Seminar IV - Homework:
5. Add at some “Take Notes” to your “Group”
Add at least one “Forum Discussion” to your “Group.”
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Seminar IV - Homework:
6. Add a “Wiki” to your “Group” and within your Wiki, please be sure to embed at least ONE YouTube video
Add at least one “Forum Discussion” to your “Group.”
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