Vista Online Orientation

Getting Started Resource Link
Login
Instructions for logging in the first time.
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Navigation Overview
Short walk-through of the areas within Vista.
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Mail Forwarding
Step-by-step instructions for setting your course e-mail to forward to an e-mail address outside of the Vista system.
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General Information Resource Link
Online Etiquette
Discussion of proper etiquette when communicating online.
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Technical Requirements and Technical Assistance
Computer requirements to take an online course and who to contact if you are having technical difficuly.
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Online and Campus Resources
Links to and brief descriptions of online and campus resources.
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System Tools Resource Link
Course Tools Overview
A brief overview of tools that are usually found on the left hand side of your screen under Course Tools.
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My Tools
A brief overview of tools that are usually found on the left hand side of your screen under My Tools.
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Assessments
A more in depth look at the Assessment Course Tool.
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Assignments
A more in depth look at the Assignment Course Tool.
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Calendar
A more in depth look at the Calendar Course Tool.
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Chat
A more in depth look at the Chat Course Tool.
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Discussions
A more in depth look at the Discussion Course Tool.
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Who’s Online
A more in depth look at the Who’s Online Course Tool.
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Technical Specifications

Kent State Helpdesk
Phone: 330-672-HELP
E-mail: helpdesk@kent.edu
Hours: 24/7 all year, including holidays 

Vista Support
Phone: 330-672-8557
E-mail: vistasupport@kent.edu
Hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM weekdays

 

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