DLC Highlights

New Content and Training for ClassTools

The DLC is pleased to inform you of new content updates made to the Apex Learning suite of ClassTools subjects which are scheduled for release on July 1, 2008. We are also introducing a new training format for new users of ClassTools.

Are you planning to use ClassTools this summer?

Here are some things that you should know about ClassTools content updates:

• In order to access the new content, teachers will need to enroll students in newly created classrooms on or after July 1, 2008.
• Actively-used classrooms created prior to July 1, 2008 will remain available after July 1, but will not reflect any updates in content and features.
• In order to encourage the use of the updated material, all ClassTools classrooms and enrollments created prior to July 1, 2008 will be expired on August 1, 2008.
• Student and teacher accounts, and student progress reports, will remain intact and available after the August 1, 2008 expiration date.

New trainings for ClassTools users

The DLC now requires completion of a two-part training in order to create a new ClassTools account. The first 30-45 minute training provides an overview of the content and use of the resource; the second 90-120 minute training will guide users through best practices in classroom creation, student enrollment, content customization, and report tracking. Go to ClassTools Accounts to participate in a ClassTools training. Existing account holders are encouraged to participate but are not required to do so.

If you have any questions about ClassTools, trainings, or about the rollover time lines and conditions, please contact the DLC at dlcinfo@learningcommons.org or 206.616.9940.