1. This term you are required to purchase compclass, an online course space for your Composition Class! welcome to compclass www.yourcompclass.com

2. compclass is a learning space that includes: Thousands of extra Grammar & Writing Exercises Self study plans Course assignments Interactive tutorials Discussion forums Your own blog space www.yourcompclass.com

3. To get compclass, you can: 1.Purchase access online at www.yourcompclass.com 2. Purchase access through your local bookstore: –Packaged with a Bedford/St. Martin’s textbook. –Separately (via a printed activation card)

4. 1.Go to the site address below and “Find Your Class” 2.Click the “Register An Activation Code” link on the home page www.yourcompclass.com Accessing compclass If you purchased access through your bookstore (either via a printed activation code or packaged with your textbook): Alert! Do not throw away your activation card until you’ve registered!

5. 1. Enter in: Your printed activation code Your first name and last name Your email address (which will serve as your compclass username) 2. Choose your password (for future visits). You will be asked to also provide a password hint. 3. Re-enter your email address Your account will be created and you will be able to access compclass. www.yourcompclass.com Accessing compclass

6. Go to: www.yourcompclass.com www.yourcompclass.com and “Find Your Class” 1.Click “Purchase Access to compclass ” from the home page 2.Select the compclass version (subscription length) you’d like to purchase 3. Enter your school data Select the state your institution is located Select your institution Select your course/instructor When purchasing compclass online:

7. Purchasing compclass online continued… 4. Enter in: Your first name and last name Your email address (which will serve as your compclass username) 5. Choose your password (for future visits). You will be asked to also provide a password hint. 6. Re-enter your email address 5. You will then be taken to the PURCHASE page, where you will need to enter your payment information. 6. You will receive confirmation of your purchase and may now start using compclass.

8. 1. Go to the site address (listed below) and “Find Your Class.” 2. Click on the PREVIEW “CompClass as a Student.” Want to try before you buy? www.yourcompclass.com

9. Whether you need technical help working with compclass features, content, registration, refunds, or you simply forgot your username or password, contact technical support: (800) 936-6899 techsupport@bfwpub.com Need more help? Also consult the student FAQs and Quick Start Guide (from the help button on your CompClass course home page) for additional information!