Schoology LMS
DoDEA Virtual High School (DVHS ) courses are delivered via the Schoology Learning Management System (LMS). Schoology requires only a web browser with Javascript and cookies enabled. Additional browser plug-ins may be needed to display rich course content. Schoology not only delivers curriculum and assessments, but most importantly it is the primary tool you will use to turn in your work to teachers. Schoology has many features to provide you with feedback on assignments and tests, in addition to discussion and communication tools.
Click each Schoology icon below to learn how to use that tool in Schoology.
Navigating Schoology & Course Materials
Your online courses have two navigation systems. Schoology's navigation system allows you to locate course materials, assignments, tests/quizzes, while the course specific navigation steps you through your course content. In addition to textual information, Schoology uses icons to help you quickly identify resources and materials.
When you log into Schoology, you'll see a personalized homepage of what's happening at your school. You'll see updates from courses you are enrolled in, from groups you are a part of (like the Chess Club or Sports group), and school-wide updates. You will also see list of upcoming assignments for all of your classes. The homepage is your school life at-a-glance.
Click the DoDEA Logo 
in the top left corner to return to the homepage at any time.
Your homepage is divided into two columns:
Review the Schoology and Course Icons document to become familiar with some of the symbols that you may see in the Schoology Learning Management System and in your course materials.
Click a link below to choose the type of detailed instructions you would like to review to learn how to navigate the materials in Schoology.
 Navigating Your Course in Schoology Video Tutorial |
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Next Topic: Click the Assignments button above.
Most assignments can be found in Module > Lesson > Tasks and Assignments folders.
Assignments, quizzes, and tests are offered in a certain sequence to maximize your success in the course. It is important to complete lesson coursework before you attempt any graded assignments or tests. However, it is still a good idea to begin each lesson by reading the assignments to help guide your reading of the lesson materials.
To access an assignment, select the link next to the assignment icon 
. This will open the assignment instructions page that may also have associated documents and links attached.
Plagiarism
DVHS teachers may use an originality checking software such as Turnitin to check your assignments for plagiarism. Turnitin is a tool that is also available for you to use to assist you in avoiding plagiarism.
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Next Topic: Click the Quizzes/Tests button above.
Taking Quizzes and Tests in Schoology
Most tests and quizzes can be found in Module > Lesson > Tasks and Assignments folders.
Please review the test/quiz requirements carefully to make sure that you have enough time to take the test/quiz before you start it. Most often when you select the Begin Test/Quiz button, you are committing to take the Test/Quiz NOW.
To start a test or quiz, select the link next to the test/quiz puzzle icon 
. This will open the test/quiz instructions page. Read over the instructions before you click Begin Test/Quiz. Your tests and quizzes may have a time limit, and/or must be taken in one sitting, and may not be resumed if you close out of the browser window.
Test Security
Teachers may choose to have a test proctored at school or they may use Respondus LockDown Browser to prevent access to other webpages, taking screenshots, copying or printing during a test.
Click a picture or link below to choose the type of detailed instructions you would like to review to learn how to take a quiz or test in Schoology.
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Next Topic: Click the Discussions button above.
Discussion Boards
Discussions allow you to think more critically about concepts that you are learning about. Additionally, through open discussion with your classmates you further solidify your understanding by seeing information presented in a different way.
To start a discussion assignment, select the link next to the Discussion Board icon 
. This will open the Discussion Board instruction page and text editor.
Click each question below to learn more about Discussions.
A discussion board is a tool which allows you, your classmates, and your teacher to conduct an online discussion. Your class can read all the messages, both old and new at any time.
Discussion board assignments are usually graded. You will “post” your reflections/answers to a question prompt or topic. In many discussion assignments, you will need to read and respond to other students' answers. This will give you an opportunity to reflect, but for others to reflect on your responses as well. You will learn a lot about yourself as well as your classmates.
A discussion is made up of the following:
* Forums - folders with messages on a particular subject,
* Threads - is a series of messages about the same topic
* Messages - is an individual contribution to a conversation (like a single e-mail).
In your course, click the Discussion Assignment link. Read the question/comment, and respond by typing in the text editor. Then select Post.
When you are ready, read your peer's responses and respond to those too.Just like in e-mail, there is etiquette to follow when posting to discussions. Follow these rules and your experience (and your classmates) will be a good one. To create a positive classroom environment, everyone must adhere to these rules in regard to discussions and discussion posts.
* Free of profanity, derogatory comments, or making inappropriate comments or bad language.
* No bullying! Be nice, positive and respectful – particularly when in response to a classmate’s post.
* Written in academic writing (proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization).
* It is ok to disagree, and often a great way to learn, but do not make personal attacks.
* Before you post, think about how you feel when reading the words you've just written if they were directed at you.
* Choose to learn about your peers. You can really get to know each other through discussions.
* Choose a descriptive subject line so that everyone will know your topic.
* Do not use IM language - avoid slang.
* Be willing to learn, share ideas, and change!
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Schoology Messages
Schoology Messages can be accessed from the folded envelope icon in the top right navigation bar from the Home screen or Course page in Schoology. Emails can be sent from this location. A red number next to the envelope indicates new mail has been received. A copy of the message is also sent to your DoDEA Google Mail.
What is a rubric?
Rubrics may be provided in Schoology on an assignment instruction page or as an attachment or a link. A rubric can be used for any assignment such as discussion boards, projects, papers, labs, or presentations. Rubrics set guidelines that your teacher will use to score your work. Rubrics show you where and how you will earn points and help you understand the expectations of your assignment. It is always a good idea to save the rubric to your hard-drive so that you can refer back to it often and to read it thoroughly before you start an assignment, for a couple of reasons:
* You’ll have a clearer understanding of how to complete the assignment,
* You’ll know how to get the best grade possible!
If your teacher used the rubric tool in Schoology, in your course Grades click the rubric icon 
to see your scored results.
- Look at the column with the highest score or points first to determine if your work meets the expectations in this column.
- If not, go to the next lowest score to see if the qualities listed there more closely reflect your work.
- Now, look over your work to see what you can do to fill in the gaps to acheive the highest score.
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Accessing Grades & Feedback in Schoology
To review your grades and teacher feedback in Schoology choose the Grades link 
from the left panel of your Course home page. In Grades you will find a list of assignments, quizzes, tests (completed and uncompleted). Completed and graded assignments/tests will include the Grade, Maximum Points, and possibly instructor feedback under the Comments column.
There are many other ways to locate your grades and teacher feedback in Schoology. Comments from your teacher may be added to your assignment submission documents and/or in the right side panel of your assignment submission page. Locate your submitted assignment documents in the right panel of an assignment page. Assignments may be located in the Tasks and/or Assignments folders, or listed within a Module/Unit/Section folder.
TIP: You can jump to your submitted assignments by clicking the name/link of the assignment in the Grades list.
Read the PDF below to learn how to access grades and feedback in Schoology.
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Accessing Grades & Feedback.pdf
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Schoology Mobile App
The Schoology Mobile App can be used to keep up to date with your courses and groups. The app is available for Android and iOS.
Download the app to your device. To learn how to login, read Schoology Mobile App Login.pdf
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