Taking Your First Ultra Course? Here's What You Need to Know.

Modified on Fri, 03 Nov 2023 at 10:58 AM

TABLE OF CONTENTS



Add and Format Content

About the Editor

The editor appears in most places where you can add content, including discussions, tests, messages and more. You may add and format text, embed images, attach files, upload videos via Katutura Media, and insert equations, links, and tables. 


The Use the Content Editor tutorial video will give you a quick walkthrough of the editor.




Work with Text

Use the text editor to format your text style, font, size, color, etc. You may add tables, format your paragraph, add lists (bullets, numbering, etc.), and more



For the best results, type your text directly into the editor and use the text options to add your formatting. You may copy and paste from a document (such as Word or Google), but this may cause formatting issues including jumbled fonts, odd spacing, sizing issues, etc.  If you do copy and paste into myLesley, use the Clear Format option to remove the formatting. You will then need to reformat your content using the editor.


Use the clear format option to remove formatting



Use the Insert/Edit Link button in the editor to add links. 



Enter or paste the link URL and add the link text. As a best practice, when creating a link you should ensure that your link conveys clear and accurate information about the destination. For example, instead of linking to the text Click here, include the full title of the destination page, such as Lesley Technical Support Site




Add Images

You may add upload images from your computer or link to an existing image on the web. You will have the option to change the aspect ratio and reposition the image before adding it. Once added to your content, you may resize the image. However, all images will be on their own line and centered on the page.


Upload Images From Your Computer

To upload an image from your computer, click the Image button.



Drag an image file to upload or click Upload File to upload a file from your device. 

  • Acceptable file types: JPEG, PNG
  • Maximum size: 10.24 MB




You may change your aspect ratio and drag the slider or use the arrow keys to reposition your image. Click Next to continue.



You will then be prompted to edit your file options. By default, the display name for the image is your file name, but you may edit it. Next, add alternative text to your image. If your image is purely decorative and does not convey any information, you may mark it as decorative. Finally, you may decide whether people may view and download your image, view only, or download only. 



Click Save to save your changes and add your image.


Once added to your content, you may resize the image by clicking on the image and dragging the boxes on the corners into your desired size. Please note that images will be on their own line and centered on the page.  You may not align them to the left or right and you may not wrap text around them.




Add Online Images

You may add images from the web, including cloud storage. However, use caution if you are not the owner of the site or the image, as web images may be changed or swapped without notice.


To add an image from the web, click the Add Content button and then select Image from URL.


Type or paste your URL and include a brief description of the image in the Alternative Text box.



Once added to your content, you may resize the image by clicking on the image and dragging the boxes on the corners into your desired size. Please note that images will be on their own line and centered on the page. You may not align them to the left or right and you may not wrap text around them. 




Add Video Content

The best way to share videos will depend on whether it is a video you own or have created or a video that others have created.


Add Videos You Created

Use Kaltura Media to upload media that you have already created or create a new video by recording from your webcam. Click on the Insert Content button in the editor. From the list, select Content Market.



This will open up the Content Market. In the Institution Tools section, select Kaltura Media.


In the Institution Tools section, select Kaltura Media



This will open Kaltura Media. Click the Add New button to upload a new video or create a new webcam recording. Or select a previously uploaded video from your list by clicking the Embed button next to your video.


Click +Add New to uplaod a new video or record from your webcam. Or select a previously uploaded video from your My Media.



Add YouTube Videos

To easily add a YouTube video, click on the Insert Content button in the editor. From the list, select YouTube video.



This will bring you to a search page. Search for your YouTube video or paste a link to a YouTube video in the Search box. Select the video you wish to add.



Once you have selected your video you will have the option to add alternative text and choose whether you want the video to display inline with your content or as a link.




Add Videos from the Web

To upload an online video, click on the Insert Content button in the editor. From the list, select Media.




This will bring up a window. In the Media URL area, paste the URL of your video. In the Alternative Text area, add some information about your video. Click Insert to insert your video. The video will display inline with your content. If the video is unable to display inline, you will see a link to a video.


Paste your media URL and add an alternative text description



Upload Files and Attachments

To upload a file (ex Word document, PDF) in the editor, click on the Attachment button.



Select a file from your computer. You will then be prompted to edit the file attributes. 



Click Save to save your changes and attach your file.



Participate in Discussions

To participate in a discussion, click on the Discussion link from within your course module or click on the Discussions link in your course navigation bar at the top of the page.


Discussion link within course module.


Discussion link in course navigation bar.



Once you have entered your discussion, read the discussion topic. You may type your response in the Responses area at the bottom of the page. As your classmates respond, their content will appear in the Responses area. You may also click on a participant in the Participants panel to view their responses. 



For more information go to the Discussions support page or watch the Participate in Discussions tutorial video.





Submit an Assignment

You may access your assignments in your Activity Stream, your Calendar, or from within your course modules. Click on the assignment link to open it.



Once you access an assignment, the Details & Information panel appears, displaying the due date, number of attempts, etc. If your assignment will be peer reviewed, the peer review information will be available as well.



Click View Assessment to begin your assignment.


Read the Assignment content for any instructions and any relevant information from your instructor. In the Submission area, click on the Attachment icon and upload your assignment submission. 




Select a file from your computer. In order for your instructor to provide inline feedback on your assignment, submit your file in one of the following formats:

  • Document (.doc, .docx)
  • Presentation (.ppt, .pptx)
  • Spreadsheet (.xls, .xlsx)
  • PDF


Once you have selected your document you will be prompted to edit the display name. 



Click Save to save your changes and attach your file.


Once you have finished your assignment, click Submit to submit your assignment.


For more information, go to the Submit Assignments support page or watch the Submit an Assignment tutorial video.




Submit a Peer Review Assignment

Your instructor may have set up your assignment for qualitative peer review. The following instructions will walk you through the process of submitting an assignment for peer review, reviewing other students' assignments, and reviewing feedback: Submit Assignments with Qualitative Peer Review.




View Assignment Feedback

As your instructor posts grades, you will be able to find them in the Global Grades Page, from the Course Grades area within your course, or in your Activity Stream. Click on your assignment to open the assignment and view grades and feedback. 


For more information, go to the Assignment Grades support page or watch the Review Assignment Feedback tutorial video.





View Grades and Feedback

As your instructor posts grades, you will be able to find them in the Global Grades Page, from the Course Grades area within your course, or in your Activity Stream.


For more information, go to the Grades support page or watch the Check Grades tutorial video.



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