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Introducing the new Global Chalkboard 5.0
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Keep it simple. Make it better. That's the approach our Development Team used in this new release. We've worked diligently to pack some new, robust educational features into the upgrade. But, don't fret. Your transition will go smoothly.
To guarantee this, we've designed a new, dynamic HELP system that's a breeze to access. Just hit the HELP button in the top, right-hand corner and you'll have immediate step-by-step instructions for the screen you're using. And, you'll also have access to all other HELP using a menu system that matches the new interface. Our new HELP is all about convenience; you always have an online manual available when you need it.
Also, if you want printed instructions, located at the bottom of each screen is a PDF of the User's manual that can be output at any time.
Instead of entering managers.bascom.net, access to the new Global Chalkboard is now accomplished by entering gcb.bascom.net into your Web browser.
Here are some of the new features you will see:
- Lessons can now be mapped to State Standards.
A lesson can now be mapped to multiple state standards and used across curriculum topics to satisfy teaching requirements.
- Student Start Pages offer icons and can now be previewed.
To assist younger students in locating the correct Web site and to improve the appearance of the Student Start Page, the Global Chalkboard now offers an icon library to apply a graphic to the site. Also, a preview option now exists to view your Student Start Pages as you're creating your lesson. Because of these improvements, students will now have a more productive learning experience.
- Lessons can now be stored under multiple categories.
Since many lessons can be used across curriculums, a lesson can now be stored in as many categories as you like.
- BASCOM lessons can now be used immediately if your Administrator enabled this option.
It is no longer necessary to copy a BASCOM lesson before using it. Now BASCOM lessons can be used immediately. With over 300 lessons built by our in-house panel of certified teachers, it's the fastest way to get immediately online with quality lessons.
- Improvements in searching within the Lesson Creator.
BASCOM recognizes that a teacher's time is valuable. That is why our Development Team implemented your suggestions for improved searching. We are sure that you will enjoy the new granular approach to locating a lesson.
As always, BASCOM welcomes your input to improve the quality of the Global Chalkboard!
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