Teachers and Moderators
Learn the difference between the “Teacher” and “Moderator” roles as well as the features, abilities, and restrictions of both.
What is the difference between a teacher and a moderator?
- Moderators can take the course as a learner while in “Learn” mode and teach while in “Teach” mode. They do not have access to “Design” mode.
- Teachers do not have “Learn” mode, but they can preview the course as a learner. They have access to the same “Teach” mode as moderators. They can additionally switch to “Design” mode and edit the path for their cohort only by adding, deleting, and reorganizing steps and lessons.
- Teachers who want to take the same course they are teaching will need to use a separate learner account or switch to the Moderator role under a different email address in order to track their progress.
- It is important to note that as the “Teacher” on the account your progress will not be tracked through the courses. If you are a teacher desiring to use the materials for credit this will not affect your ability to receive certificates.
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What are the responsibilities of the person who signs up for the Community Subscription plan?
Account Manager: It is important to note that the person who initially signs up for the community subscription and inputs the billing information will be receiving all email communications regarding billing and setup. This person will also be the one responsible for managing the subscription in the event that users need to be added or removed. IBCD Connect will automatically assign the initial setup person as the “Teacher” on the account. Other users can be designated as a “Teacher” for courses but they cannot become an Account Manager. https://help.pathwright.com/en/articles/6496765-teacher-role
How do I view my students’ progress?
What features are available for teachers on IBCD Connect?
Teachers can…
- invite learners and moderators to join the cohort
- get notified about questions
- give feedback and/or grades for submitted work
- view learner progress for everyone in their cohort
- Teachers do not have “Learn” mode, but they can preview the course as a learner.
- They have access to the same “Teach” mode as moderators.
- They can additionally switch to “Design” mode and edit the path for their cohort only by adding, deleting, and reorganizing steps and lessons.
Teachers who want to take the same course they are teaching will need to use a separate learner account under a different email address in order to track their progress or can choose to keep track of progress on their own. Your progress will not be audited by the IBCD or affect your ability to receive certificates.
As a teacher, can I track my own course progress on the plan?
Teachers desiring to track their progress through the course can opt to sign up using a different email address or can choose to keep track of progress on their own. Your progress will not be audited by the IBCD or affect your ability to receive certificates.
Can I make someone a moderator after they have already joined the cohort?
How to switch a Member’s role inside a course: https://help.pathwright.com/en/articles/2291166-switch-a-member-s-role-inside-a-course