Instructional Web Development Center

Using WebCT

 

Learn more about WebCT :

  • Interactive Tutorials are included in the WebCT Instructor Resources Course (once you request a WebCT course).

  • Set up an appointment for one-on-one tutoring

Getting Started

  • Add a request at http://cinfo.ucsd.edu
  • You will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to log in.

WebCT Tools

Many tools are included. Some of the most popular include:

Chat Rooms
  • Students can hold online, live discussions.
  • Invite guest visitors who would otherwise not be able to travel to campus.
  • Hold virtual office hours.
Discussions
Students can post questions and comments.Great format for question and answer sessions. Since students often ask the same questions, they can first search through the posted messages to see if their question has been answered.

Calendar

Include quiz, test and assignment due dates.

Groups

Students can be organized into groups that can turn in group projects.

Quizzes and Surveys

Create questions which can be automatically graded.

Student Management

Manage your list of students and their grades via the web. You can also give students access to view their current grades broken down by each assignment, quiz and/or test.