Introduction testing

This guide will help distance instructors install and use Centra software (students should use the Student Guide).

Centra is a powerful tool for online multiple-user interaction and course organization that includes real-time two-way audio, application sharing, web browsing, white boarding, and text chatting. Once you are familiar with the Centra environment, you will be able to design and deliver materials for synchronous and asynchronous use by your students and lead interactive sessions at a distance.

Select from the following topics to help yourself become acquainted with Centra.

Getting started:

• Your Account - Set up your account and Centra events through IDDL
• Scheduling - Create an event
• Your Computer - Make sure that your computer and network connection are ready

Programs and Events:

• My Schedule - Navigate through the first screen when you log in to Centra
• Lead an event - Start, and manage your classroom in a Centra event
• Record an event - Save your Centra events for later viewing

Agendas:

• Build an Agenda - Prepare content and structure for your class
• Upload an Agenda - Put your agendas online
• Modify an Agenda - Make changes to an already existing agenda

Designing Lessons:

• Screen Resolution - What your students can see
• Design - Images, fonts and layout
• Files - Powerpoint options, files types and markup tools

If you have need for any further assistance, please contact IDDL Support Staff.