Welcome to i -Pathways Orientation

1. Welcome to i-Pathways Orientation Congratulations, you have qualified for this exciting program.

2. Your on-line instructor is: Rob Whinnery Phone number:651-385-4774 E-mail: rbwhinnery@redwing.k12.mn.us On-line office hours: Thursdays 9:30 – 12:30

3. www.i-pathways.org

4. i-pathways Student Requirements • a 9th grade reading Level. • good computer skills and be able to navigate the website. • Access to computer • Motivation to work independently

5. What is expected of you the student • Complete 2-6 on-line lessons per week • Attend on-site class two times per month • Check e-mail at least every other day • Establish post test times with the instructor • Pass lessons with 70% or better

6. Calendar GED Test Orientation

7. The Instructor Will • Will have on-line office hours on Thursday from 9:30-12:30 • Will check student lessons within 48 hours of submission • Will provide feedback concerning assignments in a timely manner • Will communicate with students via e-mail or phone once a week

8. first assignment • Write a short biography: • include your name, • birthday • e-mail address • highest grade completed • motivation for earning your GED. • Tell something that will help me remember you. • E-mail this assignment within 24 hours of this orientation. • Save the document and e-mail it as an attachment to your instructor. (rbwhinnery@redwing.k12.mn.us)

9. In return • You will be registered in the program • You will receive your username and password via your e-mail from your instructor within 48 hours. • Your Adventure in i-Pathways Begins.

10. Lesson plan: • Assigned by the instructor • Based on your CASAS/TABE scores • Designed with your needs in mind that will allow you to be successful. • Can be changed as needed.

11. Plan B • If you miss one class, the instructor will e-mail or call you to follow up • If you miss two days online, access to i-Pathways will be deactivated • If you feel that i-Pathways is not right for you, you may opt out by contacting your instructor via e-mail • If you have been deactivated, you will need to contact the instructor in order to be reactivated.

12. Computer survey

13. i-Pathways STUDENT CONTRACT I _______________________________, agree as a i-Pathwaysstudent of HVABE, to the following: • I will complete 3- 5 assignments per week as assigned by the instructor. • If I do not complete the number of assignments per week, I will contact my instructor to explain why. • I will establish and follow a consistent schedule for using i-Pathways • I UNDERSTAND THAT IF THERE IS NO CONTACT FOR TWO DAYS, STUDENTACCESS TO i-Pathways WILL BE BLOCKED. In order to regain access, I must contact the instructor and obtain permission to resume i-Pathways. • I understand that for an assignment to be completed successfully, I must score at least 70%. If I do not complete an assignment successfully, I will redo it and resubmit it, or follow the direction and feedback given by my instructor. • Since this is a new way of getting instruction, I will be sure to keep my instructor informed of any concerns, issues, etc, that I have with using the program. • I will check my email at least every other day. • I will schedule and attend meetings with my instructor to discuss progress, questions, next steps, additional resources, etc. Signature________________ Date______________________ Student contract

14. Need help: • Contact your on-line instructor. • See your classroom instructor. • Ask about getting a short term tutor. • Any other ideas?

15. Technical help? • Problems with the i-Pathways program: • i-Pathways support at: (866) 250-5494 • gedsupport@cait.org • Problems with internet: • Contact your internet provider.

16. Suggested activities: Visit the website: i-Pathways.org

25. www.i-Pathways.org Click here and look at the program.

26. Test your skills. More questions? Give it a try.

27. End of your i-Pathways orientation Now you begin a rewarding adventure toward your goal!!!